Nadler v. City of Mason City

HARRIS, Justice.

For several years two buildings owned by plaintiff Nadler in downtown Mason City were targeted for an urban renewal project. A redevelopment plan for Mason City was in the offing prior to Nadler’s acquisition of the property. Nadler admits he was aware of the plan when he purchased his buildings. He made a strong showing that he suffered extensive financial loss by reason of the long delay in proceeding with condemnation of his property. Contrary to his wishes there eventually were two actions. He first sought unsuccessfully to have his additional claims for lost rentals,…