Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Utah

Denied Occupancy permit based on developer not having sidewalks

The city of Grantsville has given me a final inspection approval, but will not approved the outside of my home because the developer has not put in a water retention swells in the subdivision and sidewalks. However, my builder has completed the swells and sidewalks on my property. The city however refuses to allow me to hook to the city water based on the subdivision not having this infustructor. I have never been made aware of the situation and now I am suppose to close on my locked interest rate and my construction loan experies in less than 20 days. This will cost me thousands and they have no idea when I will be able to occupy the property. They suggest that I close and pay both my rent and mortgage equaling 3,00 a month until this is settled. Do I have any rights?


Asked on 3/29/06, 12:19 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Alvin Lundgren Alvin R. Lundgren, L.C.

Re: Denied Occupancy permit based on developer not having sidewalks

What does the subdivision developer say? The developer should have posted a bond with the city to assure such work was timely completed. The City could draw against the bond. It appears your issue is with the developer as much as with the city. You will have to decide whether you are going to close and save your rate or refuse to close and sue the developer for your losses. Either way your solution lies with the developer.

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Answered on 3/29/06, 10:20 am


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