CHARLOTTE — The city of Charlotte has spent more than $100,000 defending itself after its sewage destroyed a north Charlotte home.
Despite the damage, a federal judge sided with the city over the homeowner, Stephanie Walker.
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A spokesperson for the city of Charlotte said the city has spent more than $100,000 on the case.
However, the city only paid Walker $45,000 for the damages to her home.
The ruling is being appealed.
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