The Bert Harris Act was enacted in 1995 by the Florida Legislature in response to concerns that governmental regulations and actions could unfairly diminish the value of private property without providing just compensation to the property owners. See Section 70.001, Florida Statutes. The Act addresses situations that may not rise […]
Temporary Construction Easements (TCEs) are integral aspects of eminent domain construction projects throughout Florida. Property owners facing the taking and negotiation of a TCE must navigate a complex landscape to ensure they receive full compensation. In this article, we will: Discuss approaching the valuation of a TCE. Shed light on […]
Eminent domain in Florida often takes center stage when government entities embark on construction projects of public importance. These projects can range from essential road widening initiatives and the construction of new sidewalks to the installation of underground and above-ground utilities and more. In the midst of these endeavors, Temporary […]
Location, location, location. People pay big money for property with open air, great lighting and incredible views. Sometimes a government project infringes upon those valuable qualities so much that it is deemed a taking. If they assert eminent domain in Florida, the owner is entitled to full compensation. Likewise, if […]
Nothing is sacred in a Florida Department of Transportation eminent domain proceeding, including a Religious institution that owns real property. Religious institutions are not free from the government’s ability to take private property for any reasonably necessary public purpose. It is the government’s burden to prove, however, that the taking […]