Land Use & Zoning

In Missouri, an eminent domain taking must be for:

AAny purpose approved by the state
BA public use or public benefit, with just compensation paid to the owner✓ Correct
COnly highway construction
DOnly federal government projects

Explanation

The Fifth Amendment (and Missouri Constitution) require that eminent domain takings be for public use and that the owner receive just compensation. Missouri courts scrutinize whether a taking truly serves a public purpose.

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