Re: Developers “weighing options” following lawsuit dismissal
It is so unfortunate Neuroese Properties developers lost their lawsuit against Mountain View County because it sets another precedent giving councillors “carte blanche” to change their mind, which isn't always a good thing.
Many years ago, a logger/developer wanted to put in a large campground next to our cul-de-sac residential community from some purchased farmland. The area contained a lake, beaver ponds, etc. Mountain View County didn't inform us as an adjacent landowner, which was required by law. With these arguments in mind, the matter ended up in court. As a result, our group lost in court just like the Neuroese Properties developers.
All was not lost however. I believe with the provincial environment laws and community involvement, Mountain View County did finally listen in that instance. In my opinion, had it not been for the provincial government involvement, Mountain View County would have put the campground in an area not conducive to our neighbourhood.
If council is allowed to continue without following due process, what steps will be taken to prevent this from happening again? I, for one, am so disappointed the judicial system keeps allowing this council to behave in this manner.
Sharon D. Janzen
Water Valley
