Land Use & Zoning
Eminent domain in Iowa allows the government to:
ASeize private property without any compensation
BTake private property for public use upon payment of just compensation to the owner✓ Correct
CRezone property without the owner's consent only when blighted
DTransfer property between private parties for economic development
Explanation
Eminent domain (condemnation) is the government's inherent power to take private property for public use. The Fifth Amendment requires payment of just compensation to the property owner.
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Key Terms to Know
Eminent Domain
The power of government to take private property for public use, with the requirement to pay the owner just compensation.
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