Stewart Land Co. Development Agreement

Argued that 43 homes dramatically exceed underlying R-1-8 zoning, creating traffic, parking, and privacy issues.

Disputed that small-lot homes constitute true affordable housing given prevailing market prices.

Expressed concern as a mother over increased traffic on 3900 West where young children play.

Highlighted chronic stormwater and flooding issues on the property and urged maintaining R-8 lot sizes.

Warned that additional traffic would endanger children playing in the neighborhood and defended children using the open field.

Objected to high density and headlights shining into living rooms from close-packed homes.

Noted wetland designations, wildlife presence, and standing water on the southern portion of the parcel.

Described severe backyard flooding and sump pump usage, warning against overdeveloping the wetland area.

Stated opposition to the high density proposed and requested thorough impact studies.

Asked how stormwater and neighborhood flooding would be mitigated if the field is built up.

Expressed fear for children's safety on the street given speeding traffic and potential vehicle increases.

Expressed disappointment over high-density proposals immediately after property tax increase notices.

Criticized packing 43 homes into a tight space with narrow turning roads.

Stated that high density will strain schools, increase nuisances, and destroy neighborhood continuity.

Noted that homes in the area have historically taken a long time to sell.

Urged the commission to table the item pending safety and traffic studies and questioned affordability.

Stated that overwhelming opposition exists among local residents against developing the field.