10/15/93 City Kenai V. William M. Burnett

The Burnetts brought this inverse condemnation action against the City of Kenai seeking compensation for an easement taken to build a public golf course. The superior court granted the Burnetts partial summary judgment, ruling that the City had taken a legally protected property interest and was required to pay the Burnetts just compensation. A jury later awarded the Burnetts compensation for diminution in their property's value, lost profits, and incidental damages. The City appeals, challenging both the summary judgment ruling and the damage award. We affirm in part, reverse in part, and remand the case for further proceedings.