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Northport’s Big Housing Project on Hold | Birmingham News

Northport’s long-awaited housing giant, The Townes of North Lake, has been paused—just before city council approval—after five years in the making. With nearly 440 homes, shops, parks, and lakefront access, the project promises a major neighborhood boost, but questions loom: can the city’s roads and sewers handle the influx? While the developer vows to return in 2–3 months with engineering fixes and permits in place, locals are split—some thrilled by the growth, others wary of infrastructure strain. The developer’s commitment remains strong, but the city’s capacity will be the real test…

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