By Amy B Wang, The Republic
The Phoenix City Council on Wednesday approved a new ordinance it hopes will prevent closed private golf courses from blighting neighborhoods.
Under the new rules, golf course owners must obtain permits and hold public hearings before putting up fencing, and they face additional restrictions.
“This unfortunately is an issue we’re having to deal with, and we’re not alone,” Councilman Bill Gates said. “This is going on nationwide as golf courses are closing. … I think it’s good to get ahead of this issue.”
