MO HB2107

Redefines "blighted area" to require specific code violations cited by local government involving structural safety (roof, foundation, utilities, fire protection, etc.) that remain uncured after two notices and cost more than 50% of the building's taxable value to remedy, replacing the previous broader definition.

Prohibits use of eminent domain for economic development purposes alone; allows it only for public use defined as general public possession/enjoyment, public utilities/common carriers, or acquisition of abandoned or blighted property, explicitly excluding tax base or revenue increases as justification.

Requires condemning authorities to individually evaluate each parcel in a redevelopment area to determine if it meets the statutory definition of blight before proceeding with condemnation.

Limits eminent domain authority for blighted property to a five-year window from when a redevelopment plan is authorized; after that period, the authority expires unless the project is reauthorized by the condemning authority.