The Gordons were effectively prevented from presenting their defense.

That access should have a steel lantel over it, a longer one could have saved some of that.While it looks bad, it can be fixed, $$$$, $50 of fill dirt and some grading would probably have prevented that.

I've had several basement waterproofing contractors stop by to provide quotes on how much it will cost to prevent the basement from flooding.

There's just too much employment, money, and expensive real estate nearby to prevent the spillover.. some people don't want the commute.

Most upscale developments will have similar restrictions simply to prevent speculation that can hold a development with empty lots.

However, the same clause prevents a defaulting party from maliciously and unlawfully detaining the property under the guise of having an “equitable interest (‘claim of equity’)” in it in order to forestall eviction, buy time and free rent.

If I just send them a notice, in case of fire (due to tenant's negligence to test the fire alarm), there will not be proof we took all preventative steps, since there's no signature.Suggestions?

The purpose was to prevent developers from buying and splitting up land for quick gains.- In your example, if you bought at $50k the land itself would be worth something, say 10% of the total purchase, or $5k (would be stated in the appraisal)

A/C works fine and was left on to prevent any molds. $8-$12k est. cost of repair.What do you think?

According to ABC news apparently it is all about kitchen drains and garbage disposals, not clogged toilets . . .Makes sense.