Baker v. Miller

Thompson, Justice.

Defendant Karen R. Baker obtained a building permit from Fulton County to construct a 5,000 square foot home on a two-acre parcel adjoining the home property of plaintiffs Jonathan and llene Miller. After Baker constructed a home in excess of 15,000 square feet, silt-laden water flowed onto the Millers’ property causing soil erosion and diminution in property value. The Millers brought suit alleging that Baker failed to comply with Fulton County zoning ordinances regarding height, drainage and erosion restrictions, and with certain subdivision covenants. They obtained a jury…