Residents oppose adult daycare development in Lake Killarney for traffic concerns

The Orange County Board of County Commissioners convened on May 6, 2025, to discuss various community concerns, primarily focusing on a proposed adult daycare center on Wymore Road. The meeting featured public comments that highlighted significant apprehensions from local residents regarding traffic and safety implications.

The first speaker raised concerns about the anticipated increase in traffic, estimating up to 160 trips per day due to the proposed facility. Residents expressed worries about congestion, particularly during peak morning and afternoon hours, and requested a thorough review of the traffic impact. They suggested eliminating access to Houston Road to mitigate potential neighborhood disruption.

Leon Huffman, a long-time resident, voiced strong opposition to the development, arguing that it would diminish property values and quality of life in the area. He emphasized the need for more information regarding the daycare's operational capacity, staff-to-client ratios, and the overall impact on local traffic. Huffman pointed out that without clear answers to these questions, the community could not adequately assess the implications of the proposed facility.

In response, the applicant provided clarification on the daycare's operations, stating that the facility would be licensed for a maximum of 25 clients per day, with hours from 7 AM to 6 PM. They asserted that the actual traffic generated would be significantly lower than the residents' estimates, as most clients would be dropped off by family members and would stay for the full day.

The meeting concluded without a definitive resolution, as the board acknowledged the need for further discussion and consideration of the community's concerns. The next steps will likely involve additional meetings to address the issues raised and to ensure that the interests of both the residents and the developer are adequately balanced.