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Coconut Creek requires pre-suit mediation before authorizing lawsuit against Redstone Ranch owners
Summary
The City Commission voted to require mediation before authorizing the city attorney to pursue injunctive relief against owners of Redstone Ranch LLC over alleged unpermitted educational use and code violations. Commissioners cited life‑safety concerns; the owners say children are off the site and permits are pending.
The Coconut Creek City Commission on Thursday approved an amended resolution that requires pre‑suit mediation before the city pursues further litigation against Andrew Cody and Michelle Patton, owners of Redstone Ranch LLC, over alleged unpermitted “educational use” and code violations at 4551 NW 30th Avenue.
The amendment — proposed by Commissioner Riedell and adopted before the underlying authorization — directs the city attorney to attempt mediation with the property owners prior to hiring outside counsel to file an injunction if the educational use resumes. The main resolution had directed the city attorney to pursue the city’s legal rights and remedies, including engaging an outside attorney for injunctive relief if necessary.
Commissioners said the decision balanced enforcement with an interest in resolving disputes outside court if possible. Commissioner Brody…
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