Estates and rights subject to be taken

  1. Law
  2. US Virgin Islands Code
  3. Property
  4. Condemnation of Property; Eminent Domain
  5. Estates and rights subject to be taken

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  • The following is a classification of the estates and rights in lands subject to be taken for public use:

    • (1) A fee simple, when taken for public buildings or grounds or for permanent buildings, for reservoirs and dams, and permanent floodings thereby.

    • (2) An easement when taken for any other use.

    • (3) The right of entry upon and occupation of lands, and the right to take therefrom such earth, gravel, stones, trees and timber as may be necessary for some public use.


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