The Columbus Ga, Fort Benning and Harris County area of Ellerslie Ga., will be affected by opposition to a new development proposed by developer, W.L. "Lynn" Willet.  The proposed development by Willett is a subdivision to be placed on 73 acres and adjacent to Qual Ridge Subdivision.  Rosie Richards a retired army spouse is leading the opposition to the development.  Her concerns are traffic safety issues concerning the size of Maria Lane, water supply and disturbing the peace and tranquility of her neighborhood.  Since Harris County already has a lot limit size of 2 acres the existing 73 acres would accomodate approximately 33 homes in the $300 to $450 thousand price range.

Willett has proposed to widen the road base of the existing paved Maria Lane and to asphalt the unpaved section of Maria Lane that would lead to the new development.  He also suggested keeping the 50 foot right of way on the existing paved section of Maria Lane and extending that right of way to 60 feet on the unpaved portion.  Lynn Willett further noted that a buffer could be maintained between the section of his development and the portion that backs up to the Qual Ridge neighborhood.  He also addressed the water supply issue and stated that a double loop to the development would increase water pressure to the area.

It sounds like Mr. Willett has addressed all of the issues that arose at the preliminary hearing of the Harris County Planning Commission.  The commission recomended 4-2 against rezoning and July 3rd will be the date for the actual vote to rezone or deny the proposed development.

Realtor, Columbus Ga