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- Bermuda Environmental Sustainbility Taskforce
- Bermuda National Trust
-Bermuda Audubon Society

We, the undersigned, are deeply concerned about the proposed new Special Development Order (SDO) for the Southampton Princess hotel that would allow for more and taller buildings.

The Southampton Princess hotel has long been a treasured landmark in our community, offering a beautiful and tranquil setting for visitors and residents alike. However, this proposed SDO threatens to change the character of the hotel and the surrounding area in ways that would be harmful to both the environment and our community.

Allowing taller and extra buildings would have several negative effects:

1. It would increase the hotel's carbon footprint, as larger buildings require more energy to heat, cool, and maintain. 
2. Increase the usage of Fresh water with no extra water catchment.
3. Exacerbate the already serious problem of urban heat island effect, which can cause temperatures to rise by several degrees in densely built areas, making the area hotter and more uncomfortable for everyone.

Moreover, the proposed SDO would detract from the natural beauty of the area. The Southampton Princess hotel is situated in a unique and picturesque location, surrounded by lush greenery and stunning ocean views. The addition of taller buildings would spoil this natural setting and mar the beauty of the area.

Finally, we are concerned about the impact this proposed SDO would have on our community. The Southampton Princess hotel is a vital part of our community and has contributed greatly to our local economy. However, the proposed SDO would increase traffic and congestion in the area, making it more difficult for residents to get around.

We, therefore, urge you to reconsider the proposed SDO for the Southampton Princess hotel. Instead, we ask that you work with the community and stakeholders to develop a plan that preserves the natural beauty of the area, reduces the carbon footprint of the hotel, and supports the local economy.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.