A Luxury Venue Commandeered A Public East Side Plaza For 20 Years, Neighbors Say
Joliet, IL Patch
Guastavino's acknowledges a public plaza outside its venue after neighbors sued, claiming the space was treated as private for two decades.Summary
Guastavino's, a luxury event venue in Midtown East, has acknowledged that the plaza outside its building is public space, following a class-action lawsuit filed by residents who allege the venue has treated the area as a private garden for nearly 20 years. The lawsuit accuses the venue of excluding the public during high-end events, while the owners stated they are working with the city to ensure the space remains accessible. The conflict began in 2020 when a resident was barred from exercising in the area, leading to a legal battle over the site's intended public use.
(Source：Joliet, IL Patch)