Current through the 2024 Budget Session
Section 1-26-708 - Use by defendant; risk of loss(a) Unless the court otherwise directs, the condemnee may use the property sought to be taken for any lawful purpose before the date on which the condemnor is authorized to take possession. (b) Thereafter, the condemnee may use the property only for any purpose or use which is not inconsistent with the estate taken by the condemnor. The uses authorized by subsection (a) of this section include any normal work on the property and the planting, cultivation and removal of crops. (c) The compensation awarded the condemnee shall include an amount sufficient to compensate for loss caused by any temporary restriction or limitation imposed by the court upon his right to use the property under subsection (a) of this section.