196.120 Exercise of eminent domain

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OR Code › Title 19 › Chapter 196 › Section 196.120

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Notwithstanding any other provision of law, in any proceeding by a state agency or local government to acquire property within the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, through the exercise of the power of eminent domain, the property value shall not be reduced because of any diminution in value resulting from the potential of the taking. [1987 c.856 §6]

Source: Section 196.120 — Exercise of eminent domain; property value , https://www.­oregonlegislature.­gov/bills_laws/ors/ors196.­html (accessed May 26, 2025).

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