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Commission approves Crews Lake/Shady Hills townhome plan; neighbors cite wetlands, traffic and school capacity concerns
Summary
The Planning Commission approved a comprehensive plan amendment and MPD rezoning for a 186‑unit townhome project near Crews Lake and the Suncoast Parkway; applicant committed to offsite pedestrian improvements and buffers, while opponents urged denial over wetlands loss, traffic and emergency access.
The Pasco County Planning Commission voted to approve a comprehensive plan amendment and master planned unit development rezoning that would allow up to 186 townhomes on about 28.2 acres north of Crews Lake and east of the Suncoast Parkway, contingent on conditions including enhanced pedestrian connections and landscape buffering.
The applicant, represented by Ryan Homes, and county staff described a plan that dedicates additional right of way, adds multi‑use paths and sidewalks to connect to schools and the Suncoast Trail, and provides visitor parking beyond code minimums. The project proponent said the design includes a binding concept plan, a western buffer along existing residences and on‑site open space.
Several residents and local community…
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