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Residents and commissioners press Savannah Preserve developer over flooding, noise and wildlife concerns
Summary
High Point and Gator Trace residents told the Fort Pierce City Commission that clearing and new grading at the Savannah Preserve project has flooded yards, brought heavy noise and disturbed wildlife; developer representatives and city staff said permits and mitigation were obtained and pledged follow‑up inspections.
High Point and Gator Trace residents urged the Fort Pierce City Commission on Monday to hold Savannah Preserve’s developer accountable for what they described as new and worsening flooding, loud construction, and wildlife disruptions tied to recent clearing.
The public comment period opened with five speakers from the High Point area who said standing water has moved closer to condo buildings since adjacent parcels were cleared and filled. ‘‘Now our backyard is so saturated that all the standing water that used to be back by the fence is no longer there — it’s now in the middle of our yard and up by our buildings,’’ Julie Moore said.
Why it matters: Neighbors argued the project’s earthwork and elevation changes are producing off‑site runoff and nuisance conditions that threaten property and quality of life ahead of the rainy season.
Staff and the developer responded with a…
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