OH HB476

Requires agencies to prove by preponderance of evidence that any property appropriation is necessary and for a public use.

Mandates agencies designating an area as "blighted" or "slum" must adopt a publicly-financed comprehensive development plan with documentation of public need and obtain legislative body resolution affirming the need.

Prohibits park authorities from using eminent domain outside their county without written approval from each affected county's legislative authority.

Creates veto authority for elected officials over unelected agencies' appropriations when property owners provide written objections, with governor holding veto power over state agencies like universities.

Establishes veto rights for municipal and township legislative bodies over recreational trail appropriations in counties with one probate judge, if property owners submit written objections within ten business days.