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Newly elected county commissioners are leading a change of heart brewing against development in Manatee County.

Seven properties in Lakewood Ranch sold for more than $4.2 million this year, led by a Lake Club home at $6.3 million.

Manatee County Commissioner Jason Bearden called Tuesday for a quick policy reversal, and asked for a 60-day timeline to vote ...