Land Use & Zoning
In Kansas, what does 'eminent domain' allow the government to do?
AExempt government property from taxation
BTake private property for public use, with just compensation to the owner✓ Correct
CZone property for government use without owner consent
DRequire property owners to maintain public easements
Explanation
Eminent domain (condemnation) is the government's power to take private property for public use. The Fifth Amendment and Kansas Constitution require payment of just compensation to the property owner.
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