New Urbanists Divided On Use Of Eminent Domain
Some link property condemnation with failed renewal projects; others see eminent domain as an essential tool.
"The US Supreme Courts June decision upholding the use of eminent domain for a public purpose such as urban economic development has touched off strong disagreement on whether New Urbanism should endorse or reject the governments power of condemnation."
Thanks to Karenn Gobrecht
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Published on Friday, August 26, 2005 in
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