By Elizabeth Whitman | Phoenix New Times
Italian developer Stilo and the northern Arizona town of Tusayan submitted an easement proposal Wednesday, September 4, that, if successful, could literally pave the way for massive developments near the Grand Canyon.
They are seeking road and utility easements from the U.S. Forest Service that would give the town, located 10 miles south of Grand Canyon National Park, and the developer access to two parcels of land they own that are surrounded by the Kaibab National Forest.
The proposal comes just three months after a viral tweet warning of the construction of “over 2000 houses, a spa, a convention center, and potentially a ‘water park'” sparked international outcry and put the town and developer on defense.
