What the heck, why are ones who don't live in the area are trying to influence the actions of the people who live there! I can
absolutely guarantee you that many would have a fit if they woke up and found a 300 apartment building is going up next to your home. If you are not impacted by the decision then stay the heck out of the complicated negotiations going on as you don't belong there. As my parents instilled in me "to know my place".