N.B. regulator to review complaints about noise and odours near potato chips factory
A group of residents in New Brunswick are taking legal action against a potato chip factory, alleging the facility is causing significant disruption through noise, odors and increased traffic. The 17 individuals filed claims with the provincial farming regulator, alleging the Covered Bridge Potato Chips Ltd. plant has greatly disturbed their previously quiet neighborhood.
Each resident paid an annual fee of $205.00 plus GST, with the fee set to increase to $233.00 plus GST annually. The company's lawyer, Sheila Mecking, suggested the province's Farm Practices Review Board settle the matter, arguing the factory is an agricultural operator. However, the residents' lawyer, Basile Chiasson, intends to pursue the case in court, stating the board lacks jurisdiction.
The regulator, Maurice Maillet, will review the arguments and announce a decision in the near future.
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