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COTUIT HIGHGROUND LAND PROTECTION PROJECT
COTUIT HIGHGROUND LAND PROTECTION PROJECT 9.61 Acres of land with development potenƟal for four house lots 0.6-acre AtlanƟc White Cedar swamp ExisƟng Clubhouse Retaining exisƟng parking for public access Cotuit Highground Golf Course is a 10 acre property with a nine-hole golf course and associated parking and club house. The property is a popular recreaƟon area and local “hang-out” for the community. Area excluded from CR 1 Acre lot with development potenƟal for one house lot Barnstable Land Trust is acquiring Cotuit Highground for preservaƟon of this important scenic open space in the Village of Cotuit. The property is a popular gathering space for the local community and visitors in winter for sledding and otherwise for golf. ProtecƟng the property from development will preserve scenic, open space, and recreaƟon values of the property, and preserve the wetland and upland vegetaƟon at the property. The property will remain a golf course in the short run. Proposed longer term uses under consideraƟon include walking trails, park, playground, picnic area, and community gathering space.