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LaSalle County staff pursue enforcement on problem properties; legal options and grant limits discussed
Summary
Staff reported administrative citations and ongoing work on two high‑need properties; discussion highlighted legal limits, grant requirements and the risk of eminent‑domain litigation if the county seeks ownership to address chronic problems.
LaSalle County staff told the Land Use Committee on Sept. 3 that they have signed administrative citations and are pursuing enforcement and other options for two problematic properties, including one in Wedron and another near Sheridan. The committee heard that cleanup and legal steps are underway, but that formal remedies can carry legal and political complications.
Jeremiah (staff member) said he had been working on the cases and had signed administrative citations related to EPA complaints. “I've signed off on administrative citations already with with regard to…
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