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Council Rejects High-Density Housing | Lexington News
Independence City Council narrowly defeated a major housing development proposal, voting 4-2 against Brandicorp’s plan to build 336 apartments on a 40-acre rural estate — a density leap from one to over 15 units per acre. While developers touted affordable rents and needed regional housing, residents rallied against overcrowded schools, traffic gridlock, and the loss of small-town charm. Despite arguments about infrastructure delays and zoning flexibility, the council prioritized community concerns, preserving Independence’s character over big-box growth. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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