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Judge Dismisses Lake Charlevoix Lawsuit
/in Northern Michigan /by Tracy Willis33rd Circuit Court Judge Roy C. Hayes III dismissed the lawsuit against Hayes Township officials. The lawsuit alleges a lack of due process and conflict of interest concerning the construction of a boathouse and private marina on residential property. The plaintiff and neighbor LuAnne Kozma and her husband, with support from environmental groups, have been trying to stop the project. The lawsuit wasn’t about environmental concerns, however, but rather the lack of township administration. Judge Hayes did not find the lawsuit to have a proper basis and asserted that it was without merit.
Site Cleared For Ann Arbor Residential Development As Law Suit Continues
/in SE Michigan /by Tracy WillisA development planned for 91 acres of farmland north of Ann Arbor is moving forward, even though neighbors are suing the developer over a disputed piece of property. Chestnut Development LLC has plans for a 264-unit development south of Whitmore Lake. Builders are currently installing water, sewer and storm water infrastructure on the property. The plans include 56 single-family homes on individual lots and 208 multi-family attached units on 79 acres of property. The remaining acreage is slated for future commercial development. A neighboring couple has filed complaints that the developer has trespassed and destroyed their property. The lawsuit aims to determine ownership of the property that is partially on the developers lot. The residents are requesting the judge award title of the piece of property under adverse possession.
Oakland County To Create Land Bank Authority
/in SE Michigan /by Tracy WillisOakland County is creating a land bank authority. The land bank authority will support economic growth and community revitalization. According to the county’s treasurer, the creation of the authority will enable the county to address property vacancies, support new developments and return foreclosed properties to the tax rolls. The application process for board members will begin in mid-July, with hopes that the board will be up and running by mid-August.