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Repealed by Acts 2007, cc. 882, 901 and 926, cl. 2.

This is a law from the Code of Virginia. This is the actual, unchanged text of one of the many laws that govern Virginia.

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HOFFMAN FAMILY v. City of Alexandria (SCV, 09/15/06)
. . . 634 S.E.2d 722 (2006) . . .

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HB190: Condemnation of property; definition of public uses by localities. (failed)
HB515: Condemnation of property; definition of public uses by localities. (failed)
HB924: Condemnation of property; definition of public uses by localities. (failed)
HB1278: Eminent domain; public uses shall not include taking of private property for tax revenue. (failed)
HB1341: Condemnation of property; definition of public uses by localities. (failed)
SB131: Condemnation of property; public purpose may include economic development. (failed)
SB336: Condemnation of property; definition of public uses by localities. (failed)
SB631: Condemnation of property; definition of public uses. (failed)
HB1819: Private land; no takings for purpose of conservation. (failed)
HB2954: Eminent domain; definition of public uses and limitations thereon.
SB1037: Eminent domain; economic development. (failed)