Storm
Driving from Nelson County Wednesday researching some land I am marketing, I ran through this storm. Short-lived and fun to drive in!
Streetcars!
A local group is promoting the creation of a streetcar line along West Main Street. The Alliance for Community Choice in Transportation, or ACCT, says an electric streetcar could benefit the Starr Hill neighborhood and areas around the University. This is a great idea, but…
Eminent Domain Q & A
From the Realestatejournal; I posted about this earlier; it is a very good read about the eminent domain ruling's potential impact.
Another subdivision meets disapproval
From today's DP - Plans for a major subdivision off Rio Road were rejected Tuesday night by the Albemarle County Planning Commission ... The applicant, Stone-haus Devel-opment, proposed rezoning the area for Belvedere in November 2003 and has worked with commissioners since to get their…
Builders’ incentives illegal?
From today's WP - If you have shopped for a newly built house in recent years, you have probably run into this: The builder offers you a substantial incentive -- a finished patio, extra square footage or lush landscaping -- if you agree to obtain…
Afternoon links
Eminent Domain links Arin's blog, quoting a DP editorial No property is safe, if someone thinks he can make more money from it than you can and if government decides it wants some of that extra money. WSJ (paid sub. required) There is a lot…
A few Eminent Domain articles
In lieu of extended commentary this afternoon, here are a few interesting links. Stay informed so that you aren't surprised when the government tries to take your home to put up an office building. Or an ampitheatre. Or a gas station. Reason. Opinionjournal. That protection…
C-Ville is a great place for a “getaway”
Jim Hargan -- author of "An Explorer's Guide: The Shenandoah Valley; Mountains of the Virginias" (Countryman Press, 2005) -- recommends Charlottesville for its restaurants, museums and beautiful scenery. Goody. More press to bring more people here. From the Washington Post.
Location, Location, Location
Does this seem a bit nutty for 819 finished square feet? (Please leave out the condo comparisons!) This is an absolutely charming cottage located in a delightful and very popular neighborhood. Oxford Place is the most charming street. This is an opportunity to live in…
Supreme Court Rules Cities May Seize Homes
Very bad news for personal property rights, good news for those wishing to exercise eminent domain wherever they please. Expect more commentary/feedback on this ruling in the next few days. As a result, cities now have wide power to bulldoze residences for projects such as…