B.C. Hydro is denying a Prince George man's claim that the appearance of the utility's Chief Lake substation has made his neighbouring property unsightly.
In a notice of claim filed in September 2017, Peter Houghton alleges that Hydro's decision to remove all the vegetation from around the substation has decreased if not eliminated the enjoyment of his own land and significantly reduced its value.
But in a response filed in November, Hydro says the work was done for safety reasons and that it has the legal right to carry out such work.
Houghton is seeking compensation under the Expropriation Act.
The allegations have not yet been tested in court.
