Land Use & Zoning
In Washington, a 'taking' (regulatory taking) occurs when government regulation goes too far and must pay compensation. This concept relates to:
AInverse condemnation claims by property owners✓ Correct
BNormal zoning restrictions that reduce property value slightly
CBuilding code enforcement actions
DAll environmental regulations
Explanation
Inverse condemnation (regulatory taking) occurs when a government regulation goes so far that it effectively deprives the owner of all economically viable use of the property, requiring just compensation even without formal condemnation.
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