N.C. Gen. Stat. § § 160D-1209
Compensation to owners of condemned property.
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Nothing in this Article shall be construed as preventing the owner or owners of any property from receiving just compensation for the taking of property by the power of eminent domain under the laws of this State nor as permitting any property to be condemned or destroyed except in accordance with the police power of the State. (2019-111, s. 2.4; 2020-3, s. 4.33(a); 2020-25, s. 51(a), (b), (d).)
North Carolina General Statute § 160D-1209 preserves the constitutional and statutory right of property owners to receive just compensation whenever the government takes private property through eminent domain. At the same time, the provision makes clear that no property may be condemned or destroyed unless the action falls within the legitimate exercise of the State's police power. In other words, this rule sets a dual boundary: government authority to act against property is not unlimited, and owners retain their right to be paid fairly when a true taking occurs.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under N.C. Gen. Stat. § 160D-1209, property owners subject to a condemnation or government-ordered destruction of their property are not stripped of their right to seek just compensation through eminent domain proceedings. Compliant operators generally document the condition and value of their property and stay informed about any official notices or orders that could trigger a taking. Familiarity with this provision helps owners recognize when a government action may cross the line from a valid police-power exercise into a compensable taking.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.C. Gen. Stat. § 160D-1209 primarily addresses the rights of property owners—including landlords—when government authorities condemn or destroy property, but its protections can have indirect relevance to tenants living in condemned buildings. If a rental property is condemned, tenants may want to understand whether the action was taken under a valid exercise of police power and what remedies or relocation resources may be available through local housing agencies. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid offices can help residents understand how a condemnation proceeding under this provision might affect their housing situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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