What is eminent domain, and what must the government provide to the property owner when taking property?

• A. The government’s power to lease property for public use, with rental compensation.
• B. The government’s power to take private property for public use, with just compensation to the owner (usually fair market value).
• C. The government’s power to regulate property use without compensation.
• D. The government’s power to seize property for taxes with no compensation.

Answer: (B)