Gaston Munoz
Coverage of Gaston Munoz in the Nexus archive.
- Detroit settles suit against realty group owing $460K in blight tickets
Detroit City Council approved a settlement with real estate firm Detroit International Holding LLC and Munoz Realty Inc., requiring owner Gaston Munoz to rehabilitate 299 properties in exchange for halving $460K in blight fines. Critics argued the deal incentivizes poor behavior, while city officials defended it as a step toward compliance.
- Detroit council weighs legal settlement with realty group with hundreds of rundown rentals
Detroit City Council is considering a settlement requiring Munoz Realty to bring 299 poorly maintained rental properties up to code by 2028. The agreement includes monthly abatement of 10 properties, 50% reduction in blight tickets for compliant units, and collaboration with city departments. Council President James Tate raised concerns about the lack of clarity on prioritizing occupied properties.