Land Use & Zoning
In South Carolina, eminent domain allows the government to:
AZone private property without compensation
BTake private property for public use with just compensation✓ Correct
CRegulate how property is used without paying owners
DAbandon public roads that cross private land
Explanation
Eminent domain (condemnation) is the government's power to take private property for public use, provided the owner receives just (fair market value) compensation. This is guaranteed by the 5th Amendment.
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