Gwinnett County v. Vaccaro

Smith, Justice.

Appellants Gwinnett County and the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners (“Gwinnett County”) seek reversal of an order enjoining the further operation of the Yellow River/Sweetwater Waste Water Treatment Plant as a nuisance and compelling affirmative cleanup procedures. Appellees, plaintiffs in the trial court, are citizens of Gwinnett County who reside in the immediate vicinity of the plant and who complain that the plant has destroyed the enjoyment of their homes due to excessive noxious odors, noise and insects. Appellees sought temporary and permanent injunctive relief…