FLASH: Council strangles Sucette ordinance with density condition

Zuckerman amendment cuts apartment units from 178 to 90, passes 3-2

Seen as setback for viability of Sucette Harbor

Developer had recently cut units from 201 to 178 as major concession

MANDEVILLE — The City Council tonight (July 12th) amended the Sucette Harbor ordinance, cutting the number of so-called “senior living” apartments from 178 down to 90 units. The developer had recently cut that number from its original 201 units in a move that was seen as a major concession at the July 5th special meeting.

The amendment to Ordinance 23-16 was offered by Councilman at Large Jason Zuckerman, following some often contentious back-and-forth with Woodward Interests attorney Paul Harrison. The amendment carried 3-2, with District I Councilwoman Rebecca Bush and District III Councilwoman Jill McGuire joining Zuckerman in favor. Councilman at Large Rick Danielson and District II Councilman Dr. Skelly Kreller voted against.

It is unclear what effect this will have on the viability of the project as a whole.

This is a developing story.

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