Land Use & Zoning
A Washington property owner's parcel is bisected by a proposed city road expansion that would take 20% of the property. The city must compensate the owner under:
AThe Washington Consumer Protection Act
BThe Fifth Amendment (eminent domain) and Article I, Section 16 of the Washington Constitution✓ Correct
CRCW 18.85 real estate licensing laws
DWashington's property tax equalization rules
Explanation
Eminent domain — the power of government to take private property for public use — requires just compensation to the property owner under both the U.S.
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