4 stories on how residents have opposed development efforts in this Columbus subdivision

Efforts to build new homes off Columbus' Macon Road have repeatedly been met with resistance, as a second developer has faced criticism from residents in the area.

The building company is seeking to construct homes near other Columbus neighborhoods, including some multi-family homes. Residents are concerned about traffic and the potential of trees being cleared, among other things.

The last developer who attempted to get clearance to rezone this land and build on it was met with hundreds of opponents who signed petitions to deny the effort. That prompted local officials to deny the request. Read more of our coverage about this ongoing effort, and how past developments have unfolded.