The new WalMart being built by the Shannon Cove subdivision in Union City

is causing a few growing pains.

During Tuesday's Union City Council meeting, residents wanted questions

answered about the ongoing construction.

"I'm happy we're getting a new WalMart, but there's

not a retaining wall around it," said April Smith.

Smith said she was concerned about the children who play in the neighborhood

and possible crime the retailing giant could bring to the area.

She also added that a lot of work was being done at the site early in the

mornings, and that she would appreciate not being awakened.

"I don't want to be bothered with lights and noise," she

said.

Other residents questioned why there was no buffer in the area.

Planning Director Ann Lippman said WalMart's property line did adjoin

Shannon Cove, but because of setbacks and buffers it would not be right next

to the subdivision.

She said a vegetative buffer was required. WalMart has clear cut the property,

but plans to put in additional plantings.

Lippman also added that WalMart did not receive a variance for its sign

request from the Planning Commission earlier in the week.