NEWS August 8, 2008

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Court Decision Likely to Have Far-reaching Implications in N.J.

In a decision having statewide impact, the Appelate Division of  the Superior Court has reinforced the Supreme Court's 2007 Gallenthin decision holding that the New Jersey Constitution requires a finding of actual blight before private property may be taken for the purpose of redevelopment. In a case involving the City of Long Branch the Court remanded the matter to the trial court to require a showing of actual blight with regard to each property involved.

The Asbury Park Press features Paul Josephson on the statewide impact of the decision. Click here for link to the Asbury Park Press article or  Click here to view the full decision.