Emmert v. Faith United Methodist Church of Methuen, Inc.

Plaintiffs, James C. Emmert and Peter Luccisano, bring this action against defendants Faith United Methodist Church (“Church”) of Methuen and the Mayor of Methuen (“Mayor”), seeking a declaration that contemplated construction and maintenance by defendant and others of certain recreational facilities on property owned by the Church is unlawful, and an injunction against the proposed construction. Plaintiffs are abutters to the Church’s property.

Count I of the complaint asserts that the proposed construction will cause run-off adversely affecting the use of plaintiffs’ land. Count II asserts…