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Miami Township Board of Trustees vs. Darren M. Powlette

COMMON PLEAS COURT MONTGOMERY COUNTY, OHIO 2019 CV 05444 The case has proceeded through multiple stages including discovery, pretrial conferences, motions for summary judgment, and contempt proceedings. The trial court granted summary judgment in favor of the plaintiff, enjoining the defendants from operating the barn for celebratory events in violation of zoning laws. The defendants appealed, and the appellate court reversed and remanded for further proceedings. Subsequent motions to show cause for contempt have been filed, hearings scheduled, and attorney substitutions made. The case remains active with ongoing pretrial scheduling and contempt enforcement matters. Judgment Filed May 29, 2019

This case involves the Miami Township Board of Trustees seeking injunctive relief against Darren Powlette and Stoney Hill Rustic Weddings LLC for alleged violations of the Miami Township Zoning Resolution related to the operation of a wedding venue on agricultural property. The case includes claims of unauthorized use, requests for injunctions, findings of contempt, and ongoing enforcement and compliance proceedings.

Document details

36426989.pdf

Document type
Other
Title
BENCH BRIEF OF PLAINTIFF MIAMI TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES IN SUPPORT OF DAMAGES EXCEEDING THE STATUTORY GUIDELINES CONTINGENT UPON A FINDING OF CONTEMPT
Summary
The Miami Township Board of Trustees, acting as the Plaintiff, has submitted a document to the court before a hearing about whether the Defendants have disobeyed a court order. This document asks the court to consider imposing larger penalties than usual if it finds that the Defendants are in contempt, which means they broke the rules. The Board is seeking heavy fines, payment for legal fees, and other actions to make sure the Defendants follow the court's orders in the future.
Filing date
Wednesday, 29 June 2022