City of Stockbridge v. Meeks

Miller, Judge.

The City of Stockbridge (the “City”) filed a condemnation petition to acquire property on North Henry Boulevard in Stockbridge (the “Property’), owned by Mark and Regina Meeks. The Meeks operated a family business on the Property, Stockbridge Florist and Gifts, Inc. Following a hearing, the court-appointed special master condemned the Property and awarded the Meeks $325,000 for the condemnation and $96,500 for furniture, fixtures, expenses, and relocation expenses. Upon review, the trial court dismissed the City’s condemnation petition for its failure to set forth facts showing…