The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a series of rulings that significantly impact property rights and the imposition of local government fees. In a unanimous 9-0 decision, the Court ruled in favor of a Texas rancher in the DeVillier v. Texas case, allowing him to seek compensation after his land was flooded by the state. This case, highlighted under the Supreme Court Takings Clause, is seen as a narrow ruling that leaves some issues unresolved for future cases. Concurrently, the Court has also narrowed the ability of local governments to impose impact fees, a decision that could notably affect real estate development, particularly in California. This series of decisions is seen as a major win for property rights advocates.