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The Villages
Friday, March 29, 2024

County Road 229 to be reconstructed to accommodate future growth

County Road 229 from State Road 44 to County Road 462 will be closed for reconstruction beginning Monday, Sept. 19. Residents and business driveways will be maintained and emergency vehicles will always be allowed. Driveways affected by construction activities will be notified at least 24 hours in advance. The expected detour opening date is the end of October.

This map shows where the work will be taking place
This map shows where the work will be taking place.

The Sumter County contractor will reconstruct CR 229 to accommodate future growth. The local homes and business owners will need to use caution while traveling CR 229, according to county officials.

Heavy machinery will be working near the travel way.

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