In 2002 the family signed a deal with contractors to tear the place down and develop the property. Though the proposal created some controversy, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors voted to approve the project. The cottages were all destroyed and the trees were removed in early 2008 to make way for "Wedderburn Estates."
In 2002, the family collaborated with contractors to dismantle the property and redevelop it. Although this proposal caused some controversy, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors ultimately gave their consent for the project. The cottages were destroyed, and the trees were removed in early 2008 to create space for "Wedderburn Estates."