Airport Taking- What is highest and best use?
Frederick News Post, August 2, 2007
The city of Frederick is pursuing the use of condemnation of a local farm so it can expand the airport.
The city council voted unanimously to take the farm property.
According to city documents the farm has been appraised for $2.8 million.
The city council believes firmly that it is the right step to take the property.
-This article presents an underlying theme in condemning authorities that simply if you assess, especially a low assessment, that is the fair market value for the property.
Airport takings frequently offer issues of what is the correct highest and best use for the property.
