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Kelo v. City of New London Connecticut
Citation:
545 U.S. 469 (2005)Facts
In 2000, the City of New London, Connecticut, approved a comprehensive economic development plan for the Fort Trumbull area, which had suffered decades of economic decline. The plan was developed after Pfizer announced it would build a $300 million research facility nearby. The city hoped the development would create over 1,000 jobs, increase tax revenues, and revitalize the waterfront area. The New London Development Corporation (NLDC), a private nonprofit entity, was designated as the city’s development agent and authorized to acquire property through eminent domain. The development plan included seven parcels designated for various uses including a waterfront conference hotel, retail space, residences, research and office space, and parking. The petitioners owned 15 properties in the development area—none of which were blighted or in poor condition—but were condemned solely because they were located within the development area. The petitioners challenged the takings, arguing they violated the “public use” requirement of the Fifth Amendment.
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