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1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Trial looms that may decide VTA quest to grab downtown San Jose site

The VTA is pursuing eminent domain to acquire property for a potential BART station in downtown San Jose
The lawsuit involves the VTA, property owner Goldrock Holdings, and building tenants. [ more ]
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2 months ago
Silicon Valley real estate

VTA ditches quest to grab San Jose site as train station design shifts

The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority has abandoned its plan to seize a downtown San Jose property through eminent domain after the proposed BART station design shifted.
This marks the second time the VTA has given up a purchase effort on East Santa Clara Street.
The VTA stated that it did not need the property for the construction of the Downtown San Jose BART Station. [ more ]
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3 months ago
East Bay (California)

VTA scuttles seizure of San Jose tower site delay may hurt project

The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority has abandoned its plans to seize a prime site near a future BART station in downtown San Jose through eminent domain, potentially derailing a housing highrise project.
The VTA stated that it no longer needed the property to build a component of the train station, removing the need to acquire it.
The legal threats from the VTA have created new problems for the property, potentially impacting the development process. [ more ]
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1 month ago
East Bay (California)

VTA quest to seize San Jose site for BART station heads to court trial

Dispute over downtown San Jose property value
Potential court trial ahead [ more ]
Austin Monitor
3 months ago
Austin

Downtown Commission members suggest city pursue legal action against Union Pacific Railroad - Austin Monitor

Downtown Commission supports using legal action, including eminent domain, to acquire property near the Seaholm District.
Plans include widening a trestle bridge, creating a public plaza, and making various safety improvements in the area. [ more ]
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