Experts Warn Eminent Domain Limits Could Block Redevelopment

Restrictions on eminent domain in the wake of the public furor over Kelo may restrict abilities of cities to practice redevelopment.

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November 28, 2005, 10:00 AM PST

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"The U.S. Supreme Court earlier this year upheld the right of local governments to seize private property to spur economic development. Since then, Congress and at least 38 states have moved to defend property rights. Some experts warn the flurry of new legislation could block necessary development projects." This story examines waterfront redevelopment issues in Portland, Maine in the wake of Kelo v. New London."

Thanks to Kurt Paulsen

FULL STORY: Limits on Eminent Domain May Go Too Far, Experts Warn

Friday, November 25, 2005 in National Public Radio - Morning Edition

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