Handy v. City of Hazard

MONTGOMERY, Judge.

Brit Handy and his wife appeal from an order dismissing a condemnation proceeding filed by the City of Hazard pursuant to KRS 99.420. The gist of their complaint on appeal is that the proceeding should not have been dismissed after they had answered and agreed to accept the award made by the commissioners.

Action No. 3461 was filed by appellee to acquire for urban renewal purposes certain described property owned by appellants. Commissioners were appointed who made an award of $13,100. Appellants answered, indicating their willingness to accept the award. No exceptions were…