A Massachusetts country club has asked developers to remove balconies from a proposed 140-unit housing development, warning that stray golf balls could put future residents at risk.
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Local advocates have worked to protect the pre-Revolutionary War General John Glover Farmhouse, which the development plans would preserve. Glover LLC’s proposal would add 96 homes in Swampscott and 44 in Marblehead, near Vinnin Square, according to Boston.com.
Officials needed more review before permitting the project, neighboring Tedesco Country Club’s attorney Chris Drucas argued. He brought that request to the Swampscott Planning Board at its Oct. 19 meeting.
Drucas said the possibility of golf balls reaching the homes had already been discussed between club representatives and the developers. He also acknowledged the appeal of golf-course views for residents…