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As a young couple, my partner Jake and I chose Tarin Woods as the place to lay down roots and eventually start to grow our family. We were drawn to its peaceful atmosphere, the sense of community, and the promise of a safe environment for our future children. The neighborhood’s design, with its single-family homes and green spaces, offered the ideal setting for the life we envisioned.
The proposed high-density development threatens to disrupt this carefully cultivated environment. An increase of multi-family units would not only increase traffic congestion on roads already strained but also place additional pressure on local schools and community resources. The developer’s history of poor construction practices and inadequate infrastructure maintenance raises serious concerns about the quality and sustainability of the proposed expansion.
We believe in responsible growth that respects the character of existing neighborhoods and the well-being of current residents. (Wilmington is struggling with this as a whole as we’ve seen the last few years) This proposal appears to prioritize density over community, quantity over quality. We urge the Planning Board and Board of Commissioners to consider the long-term implications and to reject the Special Use Permit for this high-density development.
Nikki supported: Reject the Special Use Permit for High Density Housing in Low Density Neighborhoods Pt. 2!While Wilmington continues to rapidly grow in population, the infrastructure has barely been addressed in years. As it is today it already takes nearly an hour to get from one side of town to the other, primarily due to traffic. We do not have infrastructure, schools or a job market to sustain this and many projects like this. I can’t express enough how sad it is knowing that if residents don’t step up and say something every empty inch of this county will be demoed and replaced with apartments and storage units. Not to mention the added risk of flooding in areas that have never had to worry before, and the fact that local wildlife is being pushed from their territory into our neighborhoods. I could not disagree more with implementing this permit and project.
Molly supported: Reject the Special Use Permit for High Density Housing in Low Density Neighborhoods Pt. 2!We are very concerned about additional flooding. The Sentry Oaks Pond overflowed its banks last fall inundating our yard and their streets.
A 400 unit high density housing unit is not in keeping with the existing neighborhood.
Traffic is already very heavy on Lt Congleton Rd and this would likely make it worse. It’s very unsafe for a small neighborhood street.
We are concerned that evacuation plans have not been updated to include recent growth and very concerned this will exacerbate potential emergency evacuation.
William supported: Reject the Special Use Permit for High Density Housing in Low Density Neighborhoods Pt. 2!The developer admitted in a previous meeting the their heavy trucks were at least partially responsible for the destruction of the existing roads and they would not consider fixing them unless additional development was approved. The developer continuously changes the request to more and more homes, now several apartment buildings. Property values will decrease. Traffic is already difficult, especially when getting kids to school. This project would more than double the population of the development without adequate community resources for existing members.
Benjamin supported: Reject the Special Use Permit for High Density Housing in Low Density Neighborhoods Pt. 2!I bought my house in a development of single family homes. I was told by the developer, James Yopp, he was in the process of providing a second access point to CB road. That was three years ago. Still no road. Only one way in, one way out. It has been blocked several times by pool companies and other construction vehicles.
Traffic on CBR is a BIG concern. With all of the already approved permits for housing and apartments below our location, you can’t deny that the traffic will get worse. Please don’t fall for the “Let NCDOT worry about it” line that I have heard. It is a real danger when the hurricanes come.
There are many more opinions expressed here and at the county site.
Ken supported: Reject the Special Use Permit for High Density Housing in Low Density Neighborhoods Pt. 2!I am writing in strong opposition to the proposed addition of 444 new units—including a 50-foot-tall apartment building with 92 apartments—adjacent to our existing community. There are multiple serious concerns that must not be ignored:
Safety and Overpopulation: Tripling the number of residences in this area will severely strain our already limited infrastructure. It will compromise emergency services and will absolutely impact our ability to safely evacuate during storms or hurricanes, which is a critical concern for our coastal community.
Developer's Track Record: The developer proposing this project has already demonstrated an inability—or unwillingness—to meet their commitments. In Tarin Woods 2, promised amenities like a pool were never delivered, and upkeep has been virtually nonexistent. We have every reason to believe these same broken promises will be repeated here.
Increased Flood Risk: This project will dramatically increase impervious surfaces, which will worsen the serious flooding issues we already experience. I have submitted photographic evidence of existing flood conditions to demonstrate how the area is already unable to handle current water runoff, let alone a massive new development.
Declining Home Values: Inserting 444 new units, including a massive apartment complex, will drastically alter the character of our neighborhood. The density and the type of construction proposed will inevitably drive down property values for existing homeowners—many of whom made significant investments in their homes under the expectation of a well-maintained, low-density community.
In short, this proposed development will severely degrade the safety, value, and livability of our community. I urge you to reject this project.
Stacie supported: Reject the Special Use Permit for High Density Housing in Low Density Neighborhoods Pt. 2!Development is robbing Wilmington of its natural beauty, one of the major reasons why people want to move here. When did "city planning" become synonymous with growth?
James supported: Reject the Special Use Permit for High Density Housing in Low Density Neighborhoods Pt. 2!I love on Hwy 86 aka Bessie Rd and all these new subdivisions are making getting out of my driveway a challenge. The infrastructure needs repairs. What about schools, Woodmont is already full. This is getting out of hand. Nothing wrong with growing Greenville, but enough is enough. Stop with the building in this area.
Evalynn supported: Stop DR Horton from building 286 houses on Owens Rd and Flatrock RdI moved out here eight years ago from crazy land, Southern CA. Slowly, over many years, I watched my little town in Ca, little by little, turn into a massive concrete jungle. We had to drive further and further away from the RAT RACE just to go hiking in peace and quiet.
We moved out to Greenville County because it was quiet and offered alot of what we had lost. Paris Mountain is one of the areas that closed the deal for us relocating here. Beautiful views with space to breath. Every time we go hiking we pinch ourselves and say, " I can't believe this is right in our own backyard, how blessed are we!"
Please don't ruin our beautiful landscape for the all mighty dollar. It's just not worth it.
KEEP PARIS MOUNTAIN AREA GREAT!
We just don't need anymore concrete jungles.
Susan supported: Say No to the Altamont Inn Resort on Paris Mountain : Preserve Our Small-Town SpiritYou’re not alone — a community of supporters is ready to back you.
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