Flitcraft v. Sylvan Beach Resort Co.
Flitcraft v. Sylvan Beach Resort Co.
Opinion of the Court
The defendant is a corporation organized for the purpose of owning and operating a summer resort known as the “Sylvan Beach Resort,” consisting of platted lands which lie between Lake Michigan on the west, and White Lake on the east. The defendant owns these lands in fee. The rear ends of lots abut on a strip of land called “ Coveil Park.” It consists of about seven acres covered by trees and shrubs. Lot 4 was leased to the complainant for the term of the life of the association, subject to its by-laws, at an annual rental of $20. Lessees are supplied with water from the company’s
Complainant’s counsel contend:
1. That he is entitled to a right of way for laying said pipes, on the ground of necessity.
2. That, in any event, defendants are entitled only in damages.
We are of the opinion that the complainant’s claim to a right of way for water and sewer, or either of them, is not sustained by the proof.
His other contention is within the principle of Ives v. Edison, 124 Mich. 402 (83 N. W. 120, 50 L. R. A. 134, 83 Am. St. Rep. 329).
The decree is affirmed, with costs.
Reference
- Full Case Name
- FLITCRAFT v. SYLVAN BEACH RESORT CO.
- Status
- Published