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Partially demolished Old South Milford School in zoning appeal and litigation, city: timing uncertain
Summary
Residents asked council about a half-demolished school and debris near South Old Milford School. Staff said planning commission revoked the developer’s zoning on Sept. 9 (affirmed Sept. 30) and the developer has appealed to the board of zoning appeals; the matter is in litigation and no timeline was given.
A resident raised concerns Oct. 21 about a partially demolished building at the Old South Milford School site, piles of debris, an open sidewalk without safety tape and a white bus that has been parked for months.
City staff said the planning commission revoked the zoning on Sept. 9 and that action was affirmed in the minutes on Sept. 30. The developer has appealed that revocation to the board of zoning appeals, and the matter is now in litigation. "I can't tell you how long because I can't predict the litigation process," a staff member told the resident. Staff said the city will vigorously advocate its position during litigation but must respect the developer’s constitutional rights and legal timelines.
Staff did not provide a firm timetable for removal of debris or remediation pending the outcome of the appeal. The resident asked whether there was any action citizens could take to speed the process; staff advised the matter is in litigation and citizens cannot force a timetable. The city did confirm the planning commission action and the existence of the appeal; the council did not take additional action at the meeting.
