By AZBEX
Developers of a planned subdivision and area residents recently engaged in sometimes heated exchanges at a public meeting in Payson to discuss the project.
Juniper Pines and Pink Door Storage are planned for 38 acres at the NEC of Chaparral Pines Drive and Highway 260. The development includes 30 single-family homes, a multifamily development and a storage facility.
Site preparation has already begun for an RV storage facility under an at-risk grading permit issued by the Town of Payson.
Surrounding residents were invited to a neighborhood meeting with SS Architecture and SS Contracting as part of the preliminary development process.
An official with developer ELS Ventures dealt with questions and comments from the attendees, including allegations that the current efforts are promoting flooding and damaging area properties. He explained the company’s work will alleviate future flooring because culverts are being installed that will control water underground. That water will go into detention ponds and other components that will slow it down and reduce damage from future storms.
