A decades-old citrus grove in East Naples remains at the center of debate after Collier County commissioners delayed a vote Tuesday on a controversial rezoning proposal.
The proposal would rezone 169 acres on Sabal Palm Road, but commissioners could not agree on whether the benefits — including new affordable housing — outweigh environmental concerns or justify amending the county’s Comprehensive Plan. The matter is now set to be revisited at a future meeting.
WATCH AS OVER 70 PEOPLE PACKED THE COMMISSIONERS MEETING ON TUESDAY TO VOICE THEIR OPINIONS:
Amid pushback, Collier County delays decision on controversial citrus grove housing project
Many neighbors and environmental groups turned out to oppose the project, while a smaller group came out in support…