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Orlando, Florida Eminent Domain Blog
Negotiating compensation in eminent domain proceedings
Homeowners and business owners that are affect when the government wants to exercise its eminent domain rights may wonder if they have any recourse. Under Florida law, before condemnation proceedings can move forward, negotiations between the government and the...
Land use dispute surrounding protection of Florida panther
Many thoughts come to mind when one thinks of Florida. For many, this is beaches, amusement parks, warm weather, oranges, alligators and certain professional sports teams. While all of these are what make the state what it is, some consider the natural resources and...
What documents are needed for a real estate closing?
Real estate transactions can be long and tedious. The closing is intended to be the last act of that transaction. Closings, however, require preparation to avoid delay or possible real estate litigation. The closing requires four documents. These are escrow, signing...
Fight against rising seas may involve eminent domain
Residents of Florida’s many coastal and other low-lying areas should pay careful attention as their local authorities make plans to combat rising sea levels. As a good example, the United States Corps of Engineers is negotiating a plan with local authorities that...
How is fair market value determined?
When a property is condemned, or taken, through the eminent domain process, there is a requirement that the government must pay the property owner just compensation for their property. Just compensation is determined but what is the fair market value for the property....
How is an easement ended?
Understanding what an easement is, the rights associated with an easement and how an easement ends are all important pieces of information for easement holders and those with easements on their land to be familiar with. Sometimes, the use of an easement or the very...
What are the typical steps in an eminent domain action?
Many people in Florida have heard of eminent domain. Eminent domain refers to the government’s ability to take private property. The government takes the property in order to provide a public purpose. The government provides fair compensation for the property. For...
The damage of condemnation blight
Condemnation blight is a topic that has been largely discussed by numerous organizations across the state of Florida for years. It can be heard about in discussions by state authorities on certain upcoming projects, talks between real estate owners that could be...
Zoning code violations can cause trouble for Orlando residents
Like other cities, Orlando and many of its suburban communities have a zoning code. The zoning code can be quite complicated, and it can be hard for residents, particularly those aspiring to develop investment properties, to comply with all of the rules and keep their...
Was part of your land taken? Consider inverse condemnation
The government wields a lot of power. This is especially true when it comes to property rights. Under the takings clause of the Constitution, the government is allowed to seize personal property for the public good so long as just compensation is provided to the...
