§ 415. Survey, location, and entry on land; possession pending proceedings; damages for dismissal, no award, or abandonment
(a) In all cases where land is required for public use the government, or its agents in charge of such use, may survey and locate the same, but it shall be located in the manner which will be most compatible with the greatest public good and the least private injury, and subject to the provisions […]
§ 411. Public uses
Subject to the provisions of this chapter, the right of eminent domain may be exercised in behalf of the following public uses: (1) All public uses authorized by Congress or the Legislature of the Virgin Islands. (2) Public buildings and grounds for the use of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands. (3) Public […]
§ 412. Estates and rights subject to be taken
The following is a classification of the estates and rights in lands subject to be taken for public use: (1) A fee simple, when taken for public buildings or grounds or for permanent buildings, for reservoirs and dams, and permanent floodings thereby. (2) An easement when taken for any other use. (3) The right of […]