North End development advances over first hurdle in Okaloosa

Tuesdayβs actions captured the countyβs broader challenge: north Okaloosa is growing fast on land mostly entitled for housing since the 1990s or earlier, while roads, utilities and environmental standards struggle to keep up. For now, River Park will move forward under a phased review process, while Millwood Ranch waits for answers on whether its roads and septicβbased design can be squared with todayβs expectations for safe, sustainable growth.