Denver City Faces Full Heat of ‘Green vs Concrete’ Debate Surrounding Use of Local Golf Course Ahead of Ballot Election
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Golf courses are often a means of peaceful outdoor activity with friends and family. However, one of the major concerns over their existence has been their large area consumed. In a growing world where spaces for housing purposes declining, disputes over the use of golf courses are often discussed. But the situation in Denver turned ugly over one of its city’s courses.
Denver golf course issue heats up
The problem has shot up in recent months thanks to an escalation of hostility between supporters of the two ideologies. The 155-acre now-defunct golf course takes up merely 0.15594338471% of Denver land, but the case has witnessed rising protests beyond belief.
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Named the Park Hill Golf Course, the extravagant space has been at the center of heated debates on its usage. Many residents demand a slew of housing properties to be built on the land, which could be beneficial to tackle homelessness in the city.
It’s a thought that has gained support from the administrators as well. The Denver Gazette’s Editorial Board stated that the development plan would construct 2,500 new homes in the area. It also claimed that only two-thirds of the entire property will be used for building homes – the rest will consist of open spaces, parkland, and trails.
It will also likely feature newly-opened markets and neighborhoods, which will set the course as a housing society. A sum of $20 million in funding is expected to be used for public infrastructure improvements at the location.
Citizens clamor over green spaces
However, a section of people in the city has claimed the misuse of the city’s spaces. Many allege that administrators have used such premises for their own good by filling up their pockets in the name of goodwill to society.
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The now-defunct Park Hill Golf Course has become the center of a chaotic battle. 👀
— Golf Digest (@GolfDigest) March 15, 2023
The dispute also broke out in a fight between the two parties when one of the church members pushed for the development of housing societies because of a “commitment to social justice.” It eventually culminated after endless accusations of bribery and anti-nature agenda, which has angered supporters on both sides.
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The ‘Green vs Concrete’ debate will rage over, but the Denver ballot, scheduled for April 4, is expected to put an end to the long-standing dispute.
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Edited by:
Manaal Siddiqui
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