Ok, so a close friend's grandparents owned all this land, which was eventually taken by eminent domain by the government for 10 cents an acre and turned into a ski resort.(Not a very governmental use, right?) This was many years ago, mind you. I love living in the county, and having a place to my self where there are no cars or phone lines, and te idea that someone could just take that away terrifies me.
So my question is this: Last time I checked, flying squirrels were under protection. So, I know for a fact there are such animals where I live, as I've found two of them dead. So, if it ever becomes an issue, can I bring that up as an argument against them taking it over?So, I have a question about land preservation and flying squirrels?
Not really. They can still take over the land to turn into a natural habitat, like a wildlife reserve. Now, this doesn't mean they'll turn it into a ski resort or anything like that. It would still be as pristine as it is now, you just wouldn't be able to go there like before. But, most likely, they would probably just list those little critters as an endangered species, restricting the destruction of that habitat but still allowing people to peruse around the area. So, that land stays regardless. Bring it up; it's viable as an argument IF they really are endangered.
Yay for the squirrels.So, I have a question about land preservation and flying squirrels?
Not sure about the squirrels but the law is that they have to give you fair market value for the land. You may even be able to argue that the land value is higher because a skiing environment generates tourism and thus increases the land value. If they had developed the land next to yours, you land value would have gone up. Therefore you should be able to argue that you should get that increased value.
Just a thought.
you have hit on another lie that the left uses to have control over people ...the endangered species act is often used to seize private property. i have flying squirrels in my back yard,and so do you, they are nocturnal so most people don't even know they are there,but they are widespread and not endangered...theoretically the government could seize my home or anyones to ';protect'; the environment. environmentalism and global warming are just the latest tools the democrats and other leftists use to enslave people.
There is plenty of flying squirrels around. I`ve seen more than my share. The good old days when logging was needed for building your home!
I know in Australia if the government wanted your land for an environmental reason they would have to make an offer and it would depend on you agreeing to that price or not, they can under law seize land from you because of what species you have on your land.
The Endangered Species Act 1973 says:
Land Acquisition (ESA 搂 5). The Secretary, and the Secretary of Agriculture with respect to the National Forest System, must establish and implement a program to conserve fish, wildlife and plants, including those listed. To carry out the program, the appropriate Secretary is to use land acquisition and other authority under the Fish and Wildlife Act of 1956, the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act and the Migratory Bird Conservation Act. The Secretary is also authorized to acquire, by purchase, donation or otherwise, lands, waters or interests therein. Funds from the Land and Water Conservation Fund Act of 1965 may be used for acquisitions.
So I would suggest that the Government can acquire your land without you having much say if they deem necessary. Suppose it depends on how much the government wants to pee people off ... I would suggest if the government decides to acquire your land cheaply then protest and make your voice heard ... because Governments are there to reflect the public opinion, people power can make a difference.
