I get folk's desire for big box stores, especially 'discount' ones like Costco, but in our experience they can really impact quality of life in the nearby communities they market to. More traffic and in my experience more crime come hand-in-hand with the increased number of people coming from outside a community to shop (or other less desirable activities) there. There is nothing wrong with the big box stores themselves, just the crowds they bring in. We purchased in the villages for the quality of life there, I would hate for it to be diminished just for more nearby shopping. Not flaming anyone who disagrees, just our perspective from experience in Peachtree City, GA another bedroom community somewhat ruined by uncontrolled growth. Take care everyone.
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