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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

35951730.pdf

Document type
Order
Title
DECISION AND ENTRY ON CROSS-MOTIONS FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT
Summary
This order deals with requests from both sides in a legal case. The Miami Township Board of Trustees (the plaintiff) and the defendants disputed whether the defendants could use an old horse barn for events under the rules about farming-related tourism. The court decided that the defendants cannot use the barn for these events without following zoning laws. The court agreed with the Board of Trustees and has asked them to propose a judgment that would stop the defendants from continuing this activity.
Filing date
Sunday, 12 December 2021