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Anderson County Blocks Housing Developments Over School Impact Concerns
The Anderson County Planning Commission denied requests to build Harvest Creek Cottages in Powdersville and Acorn Glen in Piedmont, citing concerns from Anderson School District One about the impact on local schools. Superintendent Dr. Seth Young highlighted that schools in these areas are already full and unable to accommodate more students due to significant growth, necessitating portable classrooms and traffic management strategies. The district is constructing Oak Hill Elementary School, set to open in 2026, without bond funding, to address the growth. Dr. Young emphasized the need for a long-term plan to support growth without overburdening taxpayers.
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