[CFrance]

Originally Posted by Jima64

The villages developed from someones ideas. Did he have previous projects? I like the wellness concept of wholesome community living.

According to the media page on his website, there are previous projects in existence. If you believe the pictures, they are quite nice looking.

[Villager Joyce]

I question tbe decision to have seniors in a 6-story building. They will be up a creek without a paddle if there is an emergency that requires a partial or full evacuation.

[RickeyD]

Originally Posted by Villager Joyce

I question tbe decision to have seniors in a 6-story building. They will be up a creek without a paddle if there is an emergency that requires a partial or full evacuation.

Especially if wood construction is employed. Seems all the rage with too much frequency recently. Just wait when a sprinkler system fails due to a faulty sensor and inadequate fire inspections.

[Villageswimmer]

Originally Posted by CFrance

According to the media page on his website, there are previous projects in existence. If you believe the pictures, they are quite nice looking.

I looked at the site, which is nicely done. However, I'm just not sure these lovely pictures aren't conceptual. If you look further, it looks like bonds were recently floated to acquire financing. I don't know. Maybe I'm missing something.

That said, I still think all this, or most of it, is pure speculation. We haven't really heard from the horse's mouth yet, have we? Did the online paper credit it's source? As I said, I could have missed something.

[patfla06]

Why did Wildwood turn down The Villages for 800 homes but don't seem to have a problem with this plan which is much worse?

[CFrance]

Originally Posted by Villageswimmer

I looked at the site, which is nicely done. However, I'm just not sure these lovely pictures aren't conceptual. If you look further, it looks like bonds were recently floated to acquire financing. I don't know. Maybe I'm missing something.

That said, I still think all this, or most of it, is pure speculation. We haven't really heard from the horse's mouth yet, have we? Did the online paper credit it's source? As I said, I could have missed something.

My husband is of the same opinion. He'll believe it when the shovels show up.

[Jdmiata]

I think this development will provide a measure of competition for TV. Competition is a good thing for the consumers ( us ). Bring it on.

[Chi-Town]

Originally Posted by patfla06

Why did Wildwood turn down The Villages for 800 homes but don't seem to have a problem with this plan which is much worse?

Take a tour of Wildwood and you'll see its planning history.

[outlaw]

Originally Posted by Villager Joyce

I question tbe decision to have seniors in a 6-story building. They will be up a creek without a paddle if there is an emergency that requires a partial or full evacuation.

I guess you will be disappointed with the TV hospital, Freedom Point, or the hundreds of high rise condos retirees live in.

[Challenger]

Originally Posted by Chi-Town

Take a tour of Wildwood and you'll see its planning history.

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$Duh!

[justjim]

Originally Posted by asianthree

During high season no worries, but who is going to pay $3600 a month for July

You make a very good point. The proposal is for three year leases. There will be very few snowbirds in this complex.

[Challenger]

Originally Posted by patfla06

Why did Wildwood turn down The Villages for 800 homes but don't seem to have a problem with this plan which is much worse?

"Worse " is a matter of perspective. In this case Wildwood would reap far more in taxes into perpetuity. Follow the$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

[gomoho]

Originally Posted by Jdmiata

I think this development will provide a measure of competition for TV. Competition is a good thing for the consumers ( us ). Bring it on.

Would you have that same sentiment if it was in your backyard?

[outlaw]

Originally Posted by gomoho

Would you have that same sentiment if it was in your backyard?

I imagine the previous owners(farmers, ranchers?) of that land had the same sentiment when TV developed right up to their property. Anyone who buys a house in TV bordering on privately owned property should realize anything may be built right up to their property line.

[Chi-Town]

Originally Posted by Challenger

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$Duh!

Your Duh! and my Huh?