Land Use & Zoning
In New York, a 'taking' for 'economic development' purposes (benefiting private parties) was significantly restricted by the New York Court of Appeals in:
AKelo v. City of New London (US Supreme Court)
BKaur v. N.Y. State Urban Development Corp. (2010) and subsequent legislation limiting takings for private economic development✓ Correct
CPenn Central Transportation Co. v. New York City
DEuclid v. Ambler Realty
Explanation
Following Kelo and public backlash, New York tightened its eminent domain standards. In Kaur and related cases and legislative reforms, New York courts and legislature addressed the use of 'blight' designations and eminent domain for private economic development, requiring stronger public use justifications.
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