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Spring Valley’s former chief building inspector is planning a lawsuit.

Wayne Ballard was charged with falsifying inspection reports involving the Evergreen Assisted Living Facility — but a judge dismissed the case after the prosecution rested.

In March 2021, 79-year-old Oliver Hueston and 35-year-old volunteer firefighter Jared Lloyd died during a fire at the facility on Lafayette Street.

Ballard has now begun the process to sue Rockland District Attorney Thomas Walsh and several prosecutors.

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In his claim, Ballard seeks to recover monetary damages, among other things, over claims of false arrest, malicious prosecution and violation of civil rights.

Ballard said he was prosecuted because of a prolifically inspired acceptance of a baseless accusation.

News 12 reached out to the district attorney’s office but has not heard back.