I think the key words in that are "for public use". Traditionally, that had been interpreted to mean actual use by the government (roads, schools, etc.). The question is 1) Are public good and public use the same thing? and 2) If so, is an expanded tax base considered public good?
I think the key words in that are "for public use". Traditionally, that had been interpreted to mean actual use by the government (roads, schools, etc.). The question is 1) Are public good and public use the same thing? and 2) If so, is an expanded tax base considered public good?
The other key words are "just compensation". This would have to include sentimental value and pain and suffering involved in moving as well as having to cultivate new relationships with new neighbors.
2) If so, is an expanded tax base considered public good?
Bear in mind that the expanded tax base assumes the beneficiary of the property will be successful. In condemning land to give to a private developer, the government has decided that betting on the success of the development is a public good.