Development Approval
Summary
Fresno County supervisors just greenlit the massive Friant Ranch development, even though experts warned its backup water supply could completely dry up during a drought. It's a huge win for builders, but leaves future residents with major questions about where they'll get their water when times get tough.
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Impact analysis
Developers stand to make a fortune, but taxpayers could end up footing the bill later for expensive emergency water fixes.
Real estate developers and investors get the green light to build and sell thousands of new homes.
Future homeowners who might face severe water shortages, along with current residents whose water security could be strained.
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