Property Ownership
Eminent domain is the government power to:
AImpose property taxes
BTake private property for public use with just compensation✓ Correct
CRegulate land use through zoning
DEnforce deed restrictions
Explanation
Eminent domain (condemnation) is the inherent power of government to take private property for a public purpose, provided the owner receives just (fair market value) compensation under the Fifth Amendment.
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