But she said that despite the notice filed with the county, the University had not come to a final decision on whether to proceed with the rezoning request. The plans for rezoning come while the University is still deciding the fate of the recently-acquired property less than one mile from central campus. The original plan for the site mimicked the setting of the main campus, with buildings positioned around a quadrangle that would house Emory's psychiatry and health science programs as well as nurture the growth of startup biotechnology companies. Emory still plans to raze all existing buildings at Emory West with the exception of Candler Mansion. The property is now primarily used as overflow space for offices dislocated from their main campus location because of construction and parking.
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In the past, the organization has been a vocal critic of the University's expansion. He added that the community worked extensively with the University in the Emory West project and wants to be included in any future planning. That kind of attitude will destroy Emory's credibility with the community.