Judge Thomas Durkin issued a ruling Thursday upholding the Act 250 permit issued in April 2008 for JLD Properties and Walmart.
Barring an appeal, construction of the project could begin as early as April, according to developer Jeff Davis this morning.
Durkin made some minor changes to the permit incorporating the agreements reached between JLD and the City of St. Albans and between JLD and various parties regarding stormwater.
Stephen Holmes, of the Vermont Natural Resources Council (VNRC), the leading appellant in the case, said VNRC is still reviewing the decision and consulting with its fellow appellants Northwest Citizens for Responsible Growth, Marie Frey and Richard Hudak.
“We’re disappointed in the court’s decision,” Holmes said. “We still feel the project violates both Act 250 and the town by-laws.
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