A few weeks ago
we found the land behind ours
could possibly change
Instead of single
homes, they wanted to change the
zoning: apartments.
Two large apartment
buildings would be placed twenty-
five feet from our yard.
“Oh hell no!” we cried
and went to the meeting to
voice our discontent
We were not alone.
Others complained about the
trouble it would bring.
The committee heard
us, and tabled the vote for
further discussion.
When we found out the developer who owns the land directly behind us wanted to change the zoning from single-family homes to apartments, we were furious, but also felt helpless. How could we stop it? But anger won out, and I decided we needed to go to this zoning meeting, voice our concerns, and ask them to deny the request. I was terrified, to be honest.
Good thing we went. After hearing our complaints, plus the complaints from others bordering the property, the committee told the developer that the request needed to be tabled until our complaints could be addresses and some compromise could be reached. We spoke with the developer afterward, and despite some loud arguing from some of those involved, it was decided that we would schedule a meeting to try to discuss alternatives that would make everyone happy.
This also gives us time to mobilize other neighbors who would be affected, too. The developer had assured those surrounding the property that it would only build single-family homes when it first started. If everyone surrounding the property refuses to allow apartments, I’d imagine we can block this rezoning from happening entirely. It’s possible we’ll find a compromise, but any attempt to put large 12 unit apartment buildings directly behind my backyard will be met with fierce resistance. And after our “win” tonight, I’m feeling completely energized and ready to rally the neighborhood to make sure our properties are protected.
Lesson learned: Stand up for yourself, your family and your home, or you let someone else choose your future.
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