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Walton County orders full review of archaeological‑preserve permitting after residents raise tower concerns
Summary
After sustained public comment alleging deed and DRI violations, Walton County commissioners directed planning staff to conduct a full historical review of permitting and approvals for a cell‑tower site inside the Sandestin DRI and to brief the board before processing any permanent tower application.
The Walton County Board of County Commissioners on a December meeting directed planning staff to complete a full review of historic permitting for a parcel identified as an archaeological preserve inside the Sandestin DRI after multiple residents alleged the site was improperly used for a cell tower.
Tabitha Howard, who addressed the board during the citizen‑request portion of the agenda, presented a packet of deeds and photos and told commissioners the parcel was conveyed with restrictions to remain an archaeological preserve and should not host a cell tower. "Until Sandestin is in compliance I think the cell…
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