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Franklin’s Code Violation Battle | Concord News
Franklin’s city council just voted to hike fines for code violations — and one stubborn two-acre property is the reason why. Since 2007, this spot has been dumping scrap metal, tires, and abandoned cars, costing the city over $32K in one cleanup alone. The owner claims mental health struggles, citing ADA protections, but the city’s new aggressive stance — spurred by a fresh city attorney — is pushing for steeper penalties, up to $100 a day, or even more under state guidelines. With nearly $80K already ordered, and no end in sight, the city hopes tougher fines will force compliance — without…
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