Government Land Grab in Wheaton
Two dormant properties in the heart of downtown Wheaton may soon become contributors to the city’s economy.
City officials expect to have ownership of the two parcels at 107–109 N. Main Street and 111–113 N. Main Street no later than early July.
The properties are the fruits of a long battle between the city and businessman Bob Sandberg. In return, Sandberg will receive about $650,000, which is held in escrow by DuPage County.
The land grab likely marks the final parcels the city will gain by condemnation. The court cases go back so long they were litigated under old standards for government takeover of private land.
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