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Village leaders say they lack legal authority to force removal of a downed tree; council considers ordinance
Summary
Council members discussed a downed tree near the Family Dollar lot that has lingered for more than a year and heard that the village lacks legal standing to force private-property cleanup unless it meets nuisance code or the council adopts a new ordinance.
The Village of East Canton council discussed limits on the village’s ability to require private property owners to remove a partially downed tree in the Family Dollar parking area, and council members said they will consider a villagewide ordinance to address similar cases.
Chair said the village previously sought legal guidance and was told it lacked authority to force a private owner to remove a downed tree. "We sought the advice of…
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