What this means for you
Bluewater Bay as a whole would get a lot more office space, assisted living facility and a medical facility. This would be a plus for what Commissioner Carolyn Ketchel said was “a bunch of senior citizens on walkers” who live or would live in the area.
Compromise
Magnolia Plantation’s HOA president spoke at the meeting in support of the project. More than 80% of residents in the HOA who voted, voted in support of the plan at a meeting to determine whether or not the project would move forward.
What Happens Next
Now that the DRI has been amended for Magnolia Plantation - the ball is in the court of the developer. We know that, according to the rules in Okaloosa County, the developer will have to come back for a development order for the 15 homes that may one day be put on former fairway #9.