LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — A local nonprofit group is looking to build transitional housing for families in need in Lake County.

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However, people who live nearby are concerned it doesn’t fit in with their community and could have a big impact on the environment in that area.

The property is located on Bay Lake Road just south of Mascotte.

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Residents said they feel their way of life and the environment are being threatened by new plans to build transitional housing on a 10-acre piece of property across the street.

The move requires rezoning the 10 acres from agriculture to a community facility district for temporary housing.

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Neighbors said that many people staying about six months at a time isn’t considered that temporary, and fear it could impact water.

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