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Article: Compromise for Schools Allows Beech Tree Development; Single- Family Homes Must Cost at Least $300,000
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- The Washington Post
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- September 15, 1999
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The Prince George's Planning Board has given its approval to the
controversial Beech Tree development near Upper Marlboro, but with
conditions that would limit the impact on already crowded schools.
The board's 4 to 0 vote Thursday means the developer, Houston-
based Ryko, clears another hurdle and can proceed with its first 700
dwelling units--fewer than one-third of the 2,400 planned. They will
be apartment condominiums, designed primarily for those 65 and older,
and single-family homes priced at $300,000 and up.
Essentially, Ryko agreed not to build any less expensive single-
family homes while enrollment at area schools is 130 percent or more
over capacity.
"It's a great example of the ...