Jackson v. City of Columbus

Plaintiff appeals from a judgment of the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas in favor of defendant, Plaintiff was the owner of a property located at 1290-92 Franklin Avenue, which was caused to be razed by defendant on August 16, 1972. He seeks damages for what he contends was a wrongful and illegal act in razing such building. Plaintiff purchased the property and was granted a deed dated August 25, 1970. Prior to that time, the building had been condemned as unfit for habitation, although it is not clear whether or not plaintiff was aware of such condemnation.

On March 4, 1971, the…