WV HB2607

Restricts eminent domain powers by prohibiting the taking of "unblighted" private property when the primary purpose is economic development that would result in the property being transferred to another private entity

Narrows the definition of "blighted property" by removing "age or obsolescence," "high density of population and overcrowding," and "deterioration of site or other improvements" as qualifying factors for blight designation

Requires slum clearance and redevelopment authorities to follow new eminent domain limitations when acquiring property for redevelopment projects

Removes the proviso that allowed municipal urban renewal authorities to exercise eminent domain rights specifically for properties within designated slum or blighted areas

Maintains existing eminent domain protections that prevent takings primarily for private economic development while strengthening property owner protections by limiting which properties qualify as blighted