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Additionally, the removal of trees in the established oak forest, which many residents cherish, raises ecological concerns. Local opposition emphasizes that trading large apartment buildings for new town homes in a single-family neighborhood disrupts the existing character of the area.
Traffic is another major issue. In a neighborhood already contending with heavy vehicular flow, locals are apprehensive about how the development might exacerbate congestion on Grand Avenue. Many residents have experienced the influx of 40 to 50 cars trying to navigate the busy road, raising worries about safety and accessibility.