Morgan Creek, LLC this week submitted a revised Project description for the proposed golf course development. The revision keeps the same number of lots to be developed on the North and South sides, and adds a 9 hole executive golf course. It also proposes to keep the existing pavilion business and fast casual restaurant. The following is a copy of the revised Project Plan.

This change probably makes the plan more palatable to the County and, perhaps, to some of our community. Since their submission is per SB330, our options to oppose it are severely limited. However, if they choose not to follow through with the golf course, we have a strong case for not allowing them to continue to operate the pavilion.

For those of you unfamiliar with SB330, although passed in 2018 in the name of more easily expanding affordable housing, it affects all housing and severely limits the County and its residents’ ability to prevent development. We have enclosed a document summarizing SB330, as well as an analysis prepared by Shute, Mihaly & Weinberger, LLP. explaining the effects of its implementation so far. Disturbing bedtime reading.

None of this is expected to happen soon given the slow permitting process and the recent slowdown in the housing market. As usual, comments are welcome.