Waterford concrete crusher loses permit, but neighbors say it continues operating

A controversial concrete crushing facility in Waterford Township has lost its special operating permit after township officials alleged the site failed to meet requirements, but neighbors say the facility continues operating despite the revocation order.

The decision comes after more than a year of complaints from residents who say Bell Site Development poses a health risk to families and children at nearby Kettering High School.

After months of complaints and pent-up anger, residents in Waterford Township broke out in cheers Tuesday night following a unanimous vote by the planning commission to revoke the special permit of Bell Site Development.

The commission revoked the permit after allegations that the concrete crushing facility violated the conditions required to operate.

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