Ownership
Eminent Domain
A concise definition for the California Real Estate Exam study guide.
Definition
Government's power to take private property for public use, with constitutionally required just compensation. The process is called condemnation.
Why it matters on the California real estate exam
Know the definition, recognize how the term appears in a fact pattern, and compare it with related concepts before choosing an answer.
Study this topic in context
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Chapter 1: Real Estate Ownership & Land Use →