[coffeebean]

Originally Posted by TNLAKEPANDA

That noise will be 24/7 and only get worse. Some people don’t mind or can’t hear very well. I would be more concerned about the exhaust fumes!

I am disappointed in the Morse family for making the decision to build so close to the Turnpike. IMHO, that gives this entire community a negative reputation.

[coffeebean]

Originally Posted by ILLINOIS RAY

Does the sound of birds bother you on golf course? Played it many times and never thought noise from highway was bad.

That is a silly analogy. The sound of birds is a thing of beauty to the ears. That sound makes me happy to be alive. The sound of trucks down shifting as I am trying to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning on my lanai is not as comforting. My hearing is great, so I have a different perspective than those who can't really hear the noise at the same level as my ears.

[coffeebean]

Originally Posted by BEETHOVENMIKEY

The Turnpike has been there a long time. The Turnpike has vehicles. There is noise.
People who don't get it are those that complain. You buy property by a highway will have noise. Likewise, people who buy housing next to a farm...guess what...expect to have smells and higher bug account.
Buying those properties, one needs to upgrade housing to offset issues, whether noise or smells

Either noise or smells, how do you "upgrade housing" when enjoying the fresh air outside in your back yard or open air lanai?

[Hardlyworking]

Originally Posted by coffeebean

Either noise or smells, how do you "upgrade housing" when enjoying the fresh air outside in your back yard or open air lanai?

You buy a house in an area without those detractors.

[coffeebean]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

Seems like folks that don’t live near the turnpike have more concerns about noise…….than those that live there.

I don't live anywhere near the Turnpike or any other main road but....my concern is the reputation The Villages will obtain with so many homes in close proximity to the Turnpike. That will most certainly have a negative connotation to our community as a whole.

[coffeebean]

Originally Posted by kendi

Obviously many are okay with it. It’s no one else’s business

I do not agree. It is everyone's business if you are a home owner in The Villages.

[coffeebean]

Originally Posted by MSchad

Can you imagine living near 466, 466a, Morris or Buena Vista. Noise and fumes must be terrible. I know where Evans Prairie parallels 466a the noise from traffic and people honking at you is unsettling.

Wouldn't the exhaust fumes from vehicles be more when vehicles are traveling on the average of 70 MPH rather than 35 MPH? Wouldn't exhaust fumes be more when the volume of traffic is significantly much greater than those smaller roadways such as the interior roads or 466 and 466A in The Villages?

BTW.......it is Morse NOT Morris.

[coffeebean]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

Most of the noise from traffic comes from the friction between the road and the tires, not from the engine. And, higher speeds produce more noise.

Very true. I find that my littly bitty electric golf cart makes absolutely no noise from the batteries but the noise that is generated is from the tires making contact with the road.

[coffeebean]

Originally Posted by MartinSE

whiner is one of the nicer things that people who disagree call each other here. It's a fine old tradition.

I'll have some cheese with my whine. Thank you.

[coffeebean]

Originally Posted by JMintzer

Joe Pesci...

I didn't even catch that. Of course.....Joe Pesci.

[coffeebean]

Originally Posted by coffeebean

This issue also depends on the level of hearing one has.

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

I have a bridge for sale, PM me.

Yes, I am gullible sometimes. So, you think that poster was just joking about the trucker waving?

[coffeebean]

Originally Posted by Hardlyworking

You buy a house in an area without those detractors.

Oh, I misunderstood what you meant. I get it now. Thanks.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by coffeebean

I don't live anywhere near the Turnpike or any other main road but....my concern is the reputation The Villages will obtain with so many homes in close proximity to the Turnpike. That will most certainly have a negative connotation to our community as a whole.

Originally Posted by coffeebean

Yes, I am gullible sometimes. So, you think that poster was just joking about the trucker waving?

How does coming on social media going to change the supposed reputation?
Wouldn’t it be better to just keep quiet? Your negative posts are of no help……..do ya think?

[MartinSE]

Originally Posted by coffeebean

I am disappointed in the Morse family for making the decision to build so close to the Turnpike. IMHO, that gives this entire community a negative reputation.

Hmm, well, as far as I can see, all those homes are occupied. And as far as I can see they still sell homes as fast as they can build them.

So, after 20 years, I guess their reputation has not been completely destroyed.

If someone doesn't want to live next to the turnpike, do what I did, buy further away.

I don't see what all the hoopla is about. It is certainly true you can NEVER make everyone happy.

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by coffeebean

I am disappointed in the Morse family for making the decision to build so close to the Turnpike. IMHO, that gives this entire community a negative reputation.

Originally Posted by coffeebean

I don't live anywhere near the Turnpike or any other main road but....my concern is the reputation The Villages will obtain with so many homes in close proximity to the Turnpike. That will most certainly have a negative connotation to our community as a whole.

Why? Is anyone being forced to buy those homes?

They are obviously selling, so someone likes them...

I would never buy one of the small 2 BR Patio Villas. They are too small for our needs. But, obviously, there are people who love them. I don't see them as a negative. Just another option...