Alabama Statutes

§ 18-1A-174 — Highest and Best Use, a Jury Issue

Alabama § 18-1A-174

JurisdictionAlabama

Title 18Eminent Domain

Ch. 1AEminent Domain Generally

Art. 10Compensation

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Ala. Code § 18-1A-174 (2026).

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Anything in this article to the contrary notwithstanding, the highest and best use of the property sought to be acquired shall be determined by a jury, if a trial by jury has been demanded.

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Legislative History

(Acts 1985, No. 85-548, p. 802, §1005.)

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§ 18-1A-174

Highest and Best Use, a Jury Issue

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