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A massive luxury apartment complex proposed for Boone County is sparking fierce debate, with developers eyeing 340 upscale units and a resort-style pool to lure renters from $1,450 to $2,850 monthly. While Florence reviews a potential revenue bond, the real resistance comes from Union — which calls the project too dense for its “Uniquely Union” character — and State Rep. Marianne Proctor. The core conflict? Traffic. With only Bowman Way as an entrance/exit and looming pressure at the U.S. 42 intersection near a new preschool, Union’s mayor doubts road upgrades can handle the load. Meanwhile, Florence’s city admin dismisses some opposition as misinformation, even citing AI-generated images. The Boone County Planning Commission’s August 5 public hearing could decide the fate of this high-stakes development — where zoning, community identity, and traffic nightmares collide.

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