What is a condemnation notice?

A condemnation notice informs property owners that their land is being taken for public use.

Who are the defendants in this case?

The defendants include unknown owners and non-record claimants related to the property.

What should I do if I receive this notice?

Contact a legal professional to understand your rights and options regarding the condemnation.

Notice of condemnation lawsuit filed against unknown owners and claimants.

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Published: Apr 6, 2026 · 1 month ago
Category: Court Notice
Case #: 25 ED 49

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What to do next

1
Consult a Lawyer
Seek legal advice as soon as possible to discuss your options regarding the case.
2
Respond to the Notice
Prepare and file any necessary responses to the court by the specified deadlines.
3
Attend Court Hearings
Make sure to attend all scheduled court hearings related to this case.

Frequently asked questions

What is a condemnation notice?: A condemnation notice informs property owners that their land is being taken for public use.
Who are the defendants in this case?: The defendants include unknown owners and non-record claimants related to the property.
What should I do if I receive this notice?: Contact a legal professional to understand your rights and options regarding the condemnation.

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Full Notice Text

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE
NINETEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
LAKE COUNTY, ILLINOIS
THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION OF
THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, FOR AND ON BEHALF
OF THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS,
Plaintiff,
v.
CHRISTOPHER J. CARLSON; LORY CARLSON;
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; UNITED
STATES OF AMERICA, DEPARTMENT OF THE
TREASURY; LAKE COUNTY TREASURER; U.S.
BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE OF
CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2021-RP6;
UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD
CLAIMANTS,
Defendants.
Case No. 25 ED 49
Condemnation
Parcel No.1NZ0138; 1NZ0138TE
Job No. R-91-019-10
PUBLICATION NOTICE
The requisite afﬁdavit for publication having been
ﬁled, notice is hereby given to you, UNKNOWN
OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defen-
dants rl1 the above-entitled suit, that the above-named
Plaintiff has ﬁled its Complaint in said Court in the
Law Division thereof, for condemnation pursuant to
the eminent domain laws of the State of Illinois, of the
lands and premises desc