Hyde Park Herald in Hyde Park, Illinois

Question Of Major Or Minor Is A Major Town House Stairs Case

A two day hearing before Master in Chancery Harold A Siegan examined whether a $1200 basement stairway for Lola B Goffs 1454 E 56th town house constitutes a major change under a Hyde Park covenant. Attorneys presented opposing views with witnesses supporting both sides on whether the stairway is a major change or a minor improvement. The case raises questions about covenants in Hyde Park redevelopment plans and whether cost alone defines significance, with testimony noting a two week construction period and excavation needs.