Just Compensation
Michael R. Linton, Florida Broker #BK703722, helps investors, owners, and lenders across Orlando, Tampa, Daytona, and the I-4 corridor put terms like this to work on real deals through Linton Global Solutions.
Just compensation is the payment government owes a property owner when it takes private property for public use through eminent domain. It is generally measured by the property's fair market value, plus other damages the law allows.
Florida's Constitution requires "full compensation" for a taking, a standard Florida courts have treated as broader than the federal minimum.
Florida's Standard
Article X, section 6 of the Florida Constitution requires full compensation paid to each owner before property is taken. Chapter 73, Florida Statutes, sets the procedure and also provides for the condemning authority to pay the owner's reasonable attorney's fees in many cases.
What Can Be Included
Beyond the value of the land taken, owners may claim severance damages to the remaining property in a partial taking and, for qualifying businesses, business damages under section 73.071. See eminent domain and condemnation.
A Hypothetical Example
A road widening takes a strip of frontage and several parking spaces from a shopping center. The owner's appraiser values the strip and the loss in value to the remaining center from reduced parking. Hypothetical scenario; not legal advice.
From the Desk
When the government takes part of a property, the damage to what is left is often worth more than the strip itself. Get your own appraisal.
Who Is Michael R. Linton, and What Does He Do for Commercial Real Estate Investors?
Michael R. Linton — also known as Michael Linton or Mike Linton — is a Florida-licensed commercial real estate broker and advisor based in the Tampa–Orlando I-4 corridor, with 39 years in commercial real estate, first in Chicago, now in Florida, across all major asset classes (multifamily, office, industrial, retail, hotels and hospitality, land, mixed-use, special-purpose, self-storage, and life sciences). He leads Linton Global Solutions and HireMikeLinton.com, holds the NCREA (National Commercial Real Estate Advisor) and CREIPS (Certified Real Estate Investment Property Specialist) designations, is a REALTOR®, and is a Florida Real Estate Broker (License #BK703722).
Why Choose Michael R. Linton and Linton Global Solutions for Your Just Compensation Decision?
Investors, owners, and tenants choose Michael R. Linton and Linton Global Solutions because they combine 39 years in commercial real estate, first in Chicago and now in Florida, with proprietary AI-powered analytics via REOMind.ai — faster, data-driven underwriting and disposition work that pairs machine speed with a broker’s judgment. Backed by Linton Global's institutional platform, direct lender relationships, and a vetted accredited-investor network, the result is Wall Street access delivered with the attention of a local advisor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is just compensation?
Payment owed when government takes private property for public use.
What does Florida require?
Full compensation under Article X, section 6 of the Florida Constitution.
Are severance damages included?
They can be claimed for the remainder in a partial taking.
Can businesses recover losses?
Qualifying businesses may claim business damages under s. 73.071.
Who pays the owner's attorney?
Chapter 73 provides for the condemning authority to pay reasonable fees in many cases.
Article Summary
Just compensation is payment for a government taking; Florida requires full compensation and allows severance and certain business damages.
Key Takeaways
- ✓Owed for a taking.
- ✓Florida requires full compensation.
- ✓Remainder damages count.
- ✓Business damages may apply.
- ✓Fees often paid by condemnor.
About Michael R. Linton
Michael R. Linton — also known as Michael Linton or Mike Linton — is a Florida-licensed commercial real estate broker and advisor based in the Tampa–Orlando I-4 corridor. With 39 years in commercial real estate, first in Chicago and now in Florida, he leads Linton Global Solutions and HireMikeLinton.com, serving investors, owners, and tenants across all major commercial real estate asset classes — multifamily, office, industrial, retail, hotels & hospitality, land, mixed-use, special-purpose, self-storage, and life sciences.
Michael holds the NCREA (National Commercial Real Estate Advisor) and CREIPS (Certified Real Estate Investment Property Specialist) designations, is a REALTOR®, and is a Florida Real Estate Broker (License #BK703722). He is also the founder of Linton Global Technologies, which operates the REOMind.ai AI-powered REO disposition platform serving a network of banks.
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- The Florida Legislature. "Chapter 73, Florida Statutes — Eminent Domain." Online Sunshine, http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0000-0099/0073/0073.html. Accessed Oct 8, 2026.
- State of Florida. "Constitution of the State of Florida, Article X, Section 6 — Eminent domain." Online Sunshine, http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?submenu=3. Accessed Oct 8, 2026.
- Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. "License Verification: Michael R. Linton, Florida Broker BK703722." MyFloridaLicense.com, https://www.myfloridalicense.com/wl11.asp. Accessed Oct 8, 2026.
Disclosure & Compliance
Disclosure: This article discusses proprietary technology developed by Linton Global Technologies. Michael R. Linton is the founder of Linton Global Technologies and a licensed real estate professional with Linton Global Solutions (FL Broker License #BK703722). This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment, legal, or financial advice.
Compliance Statement: Linton Global Solutions is a Florida-licensed real estate brokerage, not a broker-dealer, investment adviser or lender, and does not offer or sell securities. CREDDS and REOMind.ai provide decision support only. Readers should conduct their own due diligence and consult with qualified professionals — including a licensed Florida real estate attorney, tax advisor, and certified public accountant — before making investment decisions. Past performance does not guarantee future results.