MACOMB COUNTY CONDEMNING FOR 23 MILE ROAD IMPROVEMENTS

Macomb County recently filed an eminent domain action to acquire road right of way on 23 Mile Road between Romeo Plank and North. 

Macomb County no longer has an independent road commission, with the County itself fulfilling that role.  Recently, Macomb County filed an eminent domain action to acquire road right of way on the north side of 23 Mile Road between Romeo Plank and North Avenue. The County’s website indicates that the project entails “reconstruction of existing asphalt road to five-lane concrete road, storm sewer construction, utility relocations, signal improvements, and restoration work.” It is scheduled to be completed by September. 

Michigan is a quick take state, meaning that the eminent domain process is bifurcated. First, the public use and necessity of the project are established, with possession of right of way occurring following that step and before just compensation is ultimately determined. The timing of filing in February corresponds to the County’s intent to complete the construction by September. 

I have handled many cases involving road widenings, including in Macomb County. If right of way is being sought from you, please feel free to contact me.