Land Use & Zoning
In NJ, which of the following government actions does NOT require just compensation to the property owner?
AA physical taking of the property through eminent domain
BA valid police power regulation that reduces property value by 30%✓ Correct
CA temporary regulatory taking that denies all economic use
DA permanent physical occupation of the property
Explanation
Valid police power regulations (zoning, environmental rules) that merely reduce property value, but do not eliminate all economic use or constitute a physical occupation, generally do not require compensation—they are the government's inherent regulatory power.
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