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Resident objects to proposed right-of-way taking for Murray Road bike‑pedestrian project; city says negotiations ongoing
Summary
A Durham resident told council the city’s planned bike‑and‑pedestrian improvements would reduce driveway access at their home and said the city’s initial offer was inadequate; city staff said negotiations and appraisal work are ongoing and legal counsel is engaged.
A Durham homeowner spoke at the council meeting to object to a planned permanent and temporary right‑of‑way taking related to a bike‑and‑pedestrian improvements project on Murray (Morning) Road, saying the planned design would leave only room for a single parked car and create unsafe egress from the driveway.
The resident said the city’s initial acquisition offer appeared low — “they offered 15,000 dollars” — and that the family would be unable to live in, or later sell, the…
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