How the exam uses eminent domain
Eminent domain is the power and condemnation is the process. Questions offer both and expect you to know which word was asked for.
What a question on this looks like
A property use that was lawful before a zoning change and is allowed to continue is:
Answer: A nonconforming use A nonconforming use is grandfathered because it predates the ordinance. A variance is permission granted after the fact for a hardship.
Related terms
- Escheat: The reversion of property to the state when an owner dies with no will and no locatable heirs.
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