By Alexandra Tarallo
Developer Lowell Swilling Dunn died early yesterday morning at his Georgia home according to the Miami Herald.com.
The son of a Georgia sawmiller, Dunn was first tempted to come to South Florida after a co-worker told him about the possible fortunes to be made in what was at the time a swampy and undeveloped region.
Dunn arrived in South Florida in the early 50’s with barely enough money to sustain himself. After a series of jobs, he saved enough money to purchase a dump truck and started hauling dirt to lay foundations for the new developments arising everywhere.
Dunn was then able to purchase equipment and vast lands in Northwest Miami-Dade County.
Among the many additions to Miami real estate taken on by Dunn’s company include Miami Metrozoo, several overpasses on the Palmetto Expressway, and the Sawgrass Expressway. The Lowell Dunn company also dug out all the lakes in Miami Lakes adding significantly to its appeal. Real estate in Miami Lakes is characterized by homes surrounded by winding roads, lakes, and peaceful parks.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment