Windsor City Plans Expropriation of Properties in Sandwich Town
What happened
The City of Windsor plans to expropriate 45 vacant and boarded-up properties in Sandwich Town. These properties are related to the Ambassador Bridge, and the company linked to the bridge has filed a request for a hearing of necessity with the Ontario Land Tribunal, challenging the plan. The Canadian Transit Company (CTC) is the company challenging the expropriation.
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Why it matters
The expropriations were approved by council in July. The city states the properties are needed for neighborhood revitalization, housing renewal, and public safety. CTC argues the action would create unnecessary taxpayer costs and delays.
A bridge connecting Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, was announced, leading to political and business disagreements over its opening and ownership.
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