An Act amending Title 26 (Eminent Domain) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in procedure to condemn, providing for advance notice to condemnee; in just compensation and measure of damages, further providing for measure of damages, for contiguous tracts and unity of use, for limited reimbursement of appraisal, attorney and engineering fees and for delay compensation; and, in special damages for displacement, further providing for moving and related expenses of displaced persons.
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Overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania’s eminent domain laws to improve the process and compensation for property owners. It requires landowners to receive 30 days’ advance notice before a condemnation is filed, clarifies how just compensation is determined, particularly regarding contiguous tracts and unified use of property. The bill also addresses compensation for delays and provides for moving expenses and ‘goodwill’ for displaced business or farm owners, outlining specific criteria and valuation methods.
Key provisions
- Requires 30 days’ advance written notice to landowners before a condemnation is filed.
- Clarifies the calculation of just compensation, considering contiguous tracts and the unity of use of property.
- Establishes a limited reimbursement amount for appraisal, attorney, and engineering fees (up to $6,500, with annual adjustments for inflation).
- Provides compensation for delay, calculated based on damages and payments awarded.
- Offers compensation for ‘goodwill’ lost by displaced business or farm owners, with specific criteria and valuation procedures.
- Specifies how property subject to conservation easements or agricultural security areas are valued for just compensation.
- Mandates posting of notice on the condemnor’s website and at their principal office.
- Details procedures for preliminary objections to condemnation proceedings.
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