"Rural Cluster Developments" concept on rise but not universally liked

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Arsonists drew attention to the issue when they torched four houses in the development early Monday. They left a sign slamming "RCDs" — rural cluster developments — as anything but green.

Supporters of the concept, including developers and many environmentalists, say it preserves open space and is a more efficient way to develop land. But opponents — who emphasize that they deplore Monday's arson — say rural clusters bring too much city to the country.

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