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invaded oy numerous recreational subdivisions of quarter-acres sites for leisure homes.” The article notes that none of the lots is served by central sewer, some will not perculate sewage wastes, some subdivisions have been bulldozed in flood plains and on excessively steep slopes and siltation from runoff has damaged many miles of good trout streams.”
IN ADDITION land speculation has increased property values so much the authors state some people in Warren find it difficult “to afford housing in their native community.” Also, they speak of a rise in tax delinquencies on property owned by non-residents, and increased incidents of trespassing on private property.
The heavier impacts of growth, coming in a second wave of growth, according to Mr. Mosena and Mr. Popper, are the greater need for services as leisure homes. Among these are police and fire protection, water supply, sewer treatment, roads, solid waste disposal, schools and health facilities.
A check with the Warren County Commissioner of Revenue office shows that between 22,000 and 25,000
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