During a recent government meeting, community members voiced strong opposition to a proposed development that seeks to add a two-family unit to a residential property. The proposal has reignited concerns from local residents, echoing sentiments expressed over two decades ago when a similar application was submitted.
Dominique Curley, a resident living directly across from the proposed site, emphasized the community's struggle with the application, stating that while the applicants are \"wonderful people,\" the project itself remains contentious. Curley pointed out that the current application has not significantly changed from previous submissions, which were criticized for lacking clarity and failing to address prior decisions made in 2001 regarding the property.
Curley highlighted that over 24 households have formally opposed the development, indicating a significant level of community dissent. She noted that the documentation available to the decision-makers did not reflect any support from neighborhood members, further underscoring the opposition's strength.
The meeting also revealed procedural concerns, as Curley mentioned that a letter from a local lawyer representing another neighbor was sent shortly before the meeting, limiting the ability of many residents to participate in the discussion. The community's apprehension centers around the implications of adding a two-family unit to a small lot, raising questions about zoning, density, and the overall impact on the neighborhood.
As the meeting concluded, the future of the proposal remains uncertain, with community members urging decision-makers to consider the long-standing opposition and the potential consequences of the development on their residential area.