<p>The potential use of eminent domain is necessary in order to carry out a planned expansion of this magnitude in such a densely populated area so that a few real property owners cannot derail the entire project by holding out for what might be deemed “unreasonable compensation”. Fair compensation for property often must be decided by the courts through the use of eminent domain. While this is not a perfect system, it is the best that is available. Without the “threat” of eminent domain–a costly and lenghty process–expansion for the public good would be almost impossible in such a densely populated & heavily developed area.</p>