Eyerman v. Mercantile Trust Co.
Missouri Court of Appeals
524 S.W.2d 210 (Mo. App. 1975)
Relevant factsFree
Louise Woodruff Johnston's will directed her executor (defendant) to demolish her historically significant home in a St. Louis landmark subdivision and sell the land, with proceeds going to her beneficiaries. Neighboring property owners and subdivision trustees (plaintiffs) sought an injunction to stop the demolition, arguing it would harm property values and violate public policy. Evidence showed demolishing the $40,000 house would net only $650 for the beneficiaries. The trial court denied the injunction, and the plaintiffs appealed.
IssueFree
Whether a court may deem void a landowner's condition compelling her successor in interest to do something against public policy.
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