Land Condemnation and Eminent Domain

Henson Fuerst Attorneys represent out-of-state property owners whose North Carolina real estate is affected by NC Department of Transportation or local condemnation projects. In most cases, clients do not need to travel to North Carolina, as the firm manages all aspects of the process remotely—including document execution, meetings, and mediations—while pursuing full and fair compensation for property owners.

Major highway projects in the Triangle, including the long-awaited Capital Boulevard upgrade, are facing years-long delays due to inflation and funding challenges. Find out which projects are impacted, why costs have skyrocketed, and what’s being done to address the setbacks.

Eminent domain can disrupt commercial leases, affecting both property owners and tenants. Understand your rights and secure fair compensation with legal guidance.

Easements and right-of-way serve different purposes in property law. While easements grant access for specific uses like utilities, right-of-way permits passage. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for landowners to protect their rights and ensure fair agreements.

Utility easements give utility companies the right to access private property for maintenance or installation. Learn your rights, restrictions, and how to negotiate terms.

The “before and after” analysis is critical to the fair and equitable execution of eminent domain. It plays a pivotal role in determining just compensation for the property owner. Let’s explore why this analysis is so crucial and how it impacts both property owners and the public. Understanding the Basics Before diving into the specifics…

Eminent domain, the power of the government to take private property for public use, can have significant implications for commercial property owners. Here’s how eminent domain can affect your business and what you need to know to protect your interests. Control of Access and Right-of-Way Issues When the government acquires land through eminent domain, the…

When faced with the prospect of an easement on your property in North Carolina, you might wonder if you can block or prevent it from happening. Unfortunately, blocking an easement once proposed or approved is not usually feasible. However, you can still take critical steps to protect your interests and ensure you are adequately compensated.…

In eminent domain law, where the government or other entities have the authority to acquire private property for public use, understanding the implications of damages to the remainder and severance damages is crucial — especially as a commercial property owner. Here’s what you need to know about damages to the remainder and how they impact landowners.

In recent years, North Carolina has witnessed a significant uptick in eminent domain cases. This trend is attributed to factors such as population growth, deteriorating infrastructure, and the need for expansion to accommodate modern-day traffic demands. With 140,000 new permanent residents moving to North Carolina between July 1st, 2022 and July 1st, 2023, and existing…