Four landlords in New York City filed a class-action lawsuit against the city, claiming their Fifth Amendment rights are being violated by scaffolding from neighboring properties infringing upon their land. The lawsuit argues that the city has not compensated affected property owners as required when their property is taken for public use. Sidewalk sheds, which are mandated by law for pedestrian safety, are causing significant problems, including the loss of light and rental income, leading to prolonged disruption for property owners.
The lawsuit alleges that the City of New York systematically engages in a taking of property from thousands of New Yorkers, infringing on their property rights.
Many blameless neighbors experience infringement of property rights because of the City's laws and sidewalk sheds that extend onto neighboring properties.
The intrusion lasts, on average, for well over a year, and many sheds remain in place for multiple years due to the owner's financial incentives.
These scaffolding sheds are not only unsightly; they drive away tenants, block natural light, and attract vermin, impacting landlords negatively.
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