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tra c concerns, particularly the impact on nearby intersections. e lawyer in attendance for Craft Companies LLC aimed to put the residents’ concerns at ease, explaining that the development would comply with Elbert County zoning regulations and would work to mitigate the general tra c impact by the Independence development. He also indicated that Douglas County has committed to making capital improvements to Hilltop and Singing Hills Roads. Some members of the Planning Commission further discussed the possibility of including turn lanes and roundabouts to mitigate tra c.

Prior to the meetings, several Elbert County residents sent emails to members of the Elbert County Planning Commission urging them cast a vote of “no” when determining recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners. Arguments against the proposal included increased tra c, perceived limited water supply, and losing the rural feel of the county.

“ e Independence development at 920 homes will put a strain on well water supply for Western Elbert and Eastern Douglas County that rely on the upper and lower Dawson aquifer. An additional 480 homes will further that strain,” said Alex Flor in an email from Dec. 7. “Another concern as an Eastern Douglas County resident living along Hilltop Road

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