Wellington rejects billionaire Frank McCourt’s polo field redevelopment plans

Billionaire developer Frank McCourt’s plans with Discovery Land Company to build 27 homes and a country club on the Isla Carroll Polo field were shot down by Wellington village officials in a late-night vote that followed hours of testimony and discussion. Only Vice Mayor Tanya Siskind supported rezoning 79 acres at 3665 120th Avenue for McCourt Partners and Discovery Land to develop a horse-friendly subdivision. Along with the homes, the developers envision an 8-acre private club for 325 families, along with a 10-stall barn and equestrian complex, bridle paths and a polo field used by the United States Polo Association.  […]

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