Can I stop the government from condemning my property through eminent domain?

The government has the right to exercise its eminent domain powers so long as the proposed taking of your property meets the requirements for public use.  While you cannot stop the government from taking your property under these circumstances, the government must offer you just compensation for the taking.   There are only a few instances under North Carolina case law where a taking was stopped.  North Carolina allows broad taking powers to the governments and utility companies.