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As an eminent domain trial
attorney I am, particularly in light of Dominion Resources’ proposed power line expansion in Rappahannock County, frequently asked questions regarding ‘‘condemnation.*
The purpose of this article is to acquaint readers with the legal concepts and procedures associated with condemnation or, as it is sometimes called, “eminent domain*
The power of
eminent domain
The power of eminent domain is possessed by federal, state and local governments. This power has been delegated to many governmental agencies. The government has also delegated the power of eminent domain to public utilities, such as power companies. Governmental agencies and utilities possessing the power of eminent domain are often referred to as “condemning authorities*
There are restrictions on the power of a condemning authority to take private property. Far example, property may not be taken for a private use; e g., a taking must further a “public purpose.* Additionally, the permissible scope of a taking is often at issue in eminent domain cases; in this regard, there must be a "necessity* for the
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