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Press Release for the City of North Oaks - September 16, 2022

The Honorable Patrick C. Diamond, Ramsey County District Court Judge, entered an order dismissing a lawsuit brought by the North Oaks Company against the City of North Oaks on September 13, 2022.

The Company sued the City, challenging the denial of final plat approval for the Gate Hill Subdivision. The City denied the application primarily on the basis it did not comply with the 1999 Development Agreement, which governed density and development standards.

During the course of litigation, the Company attempted to expand the litigation to include Red Forrest Way South Phase 1, and a number of ancillary issues. Following the Company’s agreement to comply with all the conditions recommended by the City Engineer and City Planner for both developments, the lawsuit was dismissed by stipulation of the parties to avoid the cost and expense of further litigation. All claims for damages, attorney’s fees, and costs were dismissed.

The League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust retained legal counsel to defend the City in this matter. The City has confirmed that this litigation will not affect the City’s future insurance premiums.

The City is pleased to have resolved this litigation and looks forward to working cooperatively with the Company in the future.