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Board authorizes condemnation for Route 249 waterline easements after failed negotiations

New Kent County Board of Supervisors · November 13, 2025
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Summary

Facing a stalemate with certain landowners, New Kent County authorized condemnation to acquire temporary and permanent easements for the Route 249 waterline extension, citing the project as critical to long‑term county water supply plans.

New Kent County supervisors on Nov. 12 adopted a resolution authorizing condemnation of several temporary and permanent utility and construction easements needed for the Route 249 waterline extension after staff said negotiations with specific owners failed to produce agreements.

Public Utilities staff explained the project is central to the county’s near‑ and long‑term water supply plan and has…

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