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Can the government cut a road through private property?
Government has the power of eminent domain, which allows them to do such things, provided they are able to give justification for it.
When the government takes land it is exercising its power of?
eminent domain
What is the power of the state to take private property for public use upon payment of a just compensation?
It is called eminent domain when a city or government takes private property for public use. The idea is that it is for the "better good" of the community or state.
What power allows the Federal Government to take private property for such public uses as a military base a national park or a post office?
The inherent right of a government to take private property for public use is called 'eminent domain'.
What power allows congress to take private property for uses such as an interstate?
The concept of seizing private property (with compensation) for the public good is known as "eminent domain." Federal, state, and local governments are allowed to take property for government use, with the most common uses ff property taken by eminent domain are for government buildings and other facilities, public utilities, highways, railroads, and public safety. Water and air rights can also be taken. The Fifth Amendment imposes limitations on the exercise of eminent domain: the taking must be for public use and just compensation must be paid.
Should the government be permitted to use its power of eminent domain to expand a road Why or why not?
yes they should
What is power of eminent domain?
Eminent domain, commonly also referred to as condemnation, is the power of a government entity to claim land which is needed for a public purpose, but only after following due process and equitably compensating the owner for the value of the taking.
Where is eminent domain mentioned in the constitution?
The power of the government to enact eminent domain and take private property from citizens is derived from the 5th Amendment of the US Constitution which states: "No person shall be deprived of... property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use without just compensation". The 5th amendment doe not actually establish eminent domain as a government power. The 5th amendment sets limits to eminent domain.
What is the name given to the power of the The federal government to take private land for public use?
Eminent Domain
What is the name given to the power of the federal government to take private land for public uses?
Eminent Domain
What is the name given to the power of the federal government to take private lands for public use?
Eminent Domain
2.Power of Eminent Domain?
Eminent domain, commonly also referred to as condemnation, is he power of a government entity to claim land which is needed for a public purpose, but only after following due process and equitably compensating the owner for the value of the taking.
