Cromwell resident Rex Edgar says the proposed River Terrace Development would "ruin" what his "little piece of paradise". The 62-year-old purchased his property off Highlands Motorsport Park and has enjoyed his farmland view for more than a decade, but that could all change if the plan change is approved. Highlands Motorsport Park and Central Motor Speedway are captured opposite the development. Aside from the personal impact from the development, it would create a separate satellite town and he felt it was not appropriate for the rural environment, he said. "This is designated rural residential and the minimum lot size is five acres.

Source: Stuff July 03, 2019 05:32 UTC