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

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A weekly monitor of how Trump’s orders and actions are impacting planners and planning in America.

Silicon Valley ‘Bike Superhighway’ Awarded $14M State Grant
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Amtrak Cutting Jobs, Funding to High-Speed Rail
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Oregon Approves Ambitious Framework for ’Microgrids’
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A Historic Investment in LA County’s Parks and Open Spaces
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San Diego Wins $14M for Affordable Housing
The funding comes via the state’s Regional Early Action Planning program and will help create close to 1,000 new housing units.
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