Eminent Domain Resource Center
Through the Resource Center you will have access to timely information on recent court decisions, proposed legislation and news concerning eminent domain.
The Redevelopment Process
This flow chart provides a step by step explanation of the redevelopment process under New Jersey law and provides tips for property owners
Summary of Condemnation Case
This flow chart provides an overview of the major steps taken in a condemnation case under New Jersey Law
New Jersey Public Advocate Report
In May 2006, Ronald Chen, New Jersey's Public Advocate issued a 45 page report titled Reforming the Use of Eminent Domain for Private Redevelopment in New Jersey
Relocation Benefits for Businesses - Podcast
Listen to Timothy Duggan's presentation on relocation benefits for businesses which he gave at the June 2005 ICLE Eminent Domain seminar
Redeveloping Your Own Property - Podcast
Listen to Timothy Duggan and Vincent Mangini discuss the redevelopment process in New Jersey as it pertains to property owners who are interested in redeveloping thier own property.
New Jersey Eminent Domain News
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Lingle v. Chevron (United States Supreme Court)
Kelo v. City of New London (United States Supreme Court)
Borough of South Bound Brook v. Fanaro (New Jersey)
Edward Shelton v. Planning Board of the City of Trenton (New Jersey)
Long Branch v. MTOTSA (New Jersey)
Township of Bloomfield v. 110 Washington Street (New Jersey)
Mansoldo v. New Jersey (New Jersey)
New Jersey Eminent Domain Legislation
(2006-2007 Legislative Session)
A582- Establishes minimum amounts for Eminent Domain relocation assistance and additional homeowner payments. Identical Bill Number: S1889
A1873- Authorizes the State, with prior approval by the State House Commission, to use Eminent Domain power to acquire lands for recreation and conservation purposes provided lands are protective of drinking water sources.
A2423- Places temporary moratorium of 48 months on certain uses of Eminent Domain; creates Eminent Domain Study Commission to examine its use Statewide. Identical Bill Number: S211
A2812- Prohibits campaign contributions by certain individuals, businesses or other organizations that purchase or acquire property involved in Eminent Domain proceedings.
A3143- Establishes Eminent Domain Study Commission, provides judicial oversight for redevelopment process, enhances fair market value of property under certain circumstances.
A3178- Places temporary moratorium on certain uses of Eminent Domain.
A3257- Revises procedures for the use of Eminent Domain in municipal redevelopment programs. Identical Bill Number: S2088
A3309- Revises procedures for the use of Eminent Domain and compensation for loss of business in municipal redevelopment programs.
A3446- Revises certain procedures for the use of Eminent Domain in municipal redevelopment programs.
ACR138- Proposes Constitutional amendment to limit exercise of Eminent Domain to acquisition of land for essential public purposes. Identical Bill Number: SCR40
S1975- Revises law concerning Eminent Domain and municipal redevelopment.
Eminent Domain Links
Wikipedia - Eminent Domain
Stark & Stark's Condemnation Practice
The Institute For Justice
Castle Coalition
Eminent Domain Watch
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