Developed Underdevelopment
30 May 2001 - 9:00am
How to balance economic viability, environmental sensitivity,and community livability.
Strapped for funds, the state of South Carolina couldn't purchase the island as a nature preserve. Consequently, the land was zoned for 5,500 home sites. The Chaffins bought the property and downsized the development to 500 high-end home sites. More than a third of the island was turned over to a land management trust.
Full Story:
South Carolina developers see green in green
Source:
Environmental News Network, May 29, 2001
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