Neighbors push for lower density and larger buffers, dispute 'open space' claims
Apr 23, 2026
Residents said the proposal feels 'abrupt' and lacks meaningful green space; the developer said about 30% of the site is open space and that design changes were made to address character and buffering.
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Neighbors described the plan as an abrupt change in density and asked for stronger buffers between Twin Oaks Lane residences and the new development. Several residents said the development as shown in the rendering appears heavy with pavement and questioned whether the mapped green areas are usable open space rather than floodplain or incidental landscaping.
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