Mullis v. Division of Administration

COBB, Judge.

Mullis, a lessee, appeals from an order of apportionment of a condemnation award wherein appellant was denied any part of the award. Appellees Henning were the lessors and owners of the parcel condemned. The Department of Transportation took the land in question pursuant to Chapter 73, Florida Statutes. Subsequent to a trial by jury and award of compensation to the Hennings, an apportionment hearing was held. The trial court determined that pursuant to paragraphs 8 and 10 in the lease between the Hennings and Mullis that the lessee had no right to share in the condemnation award.

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