Historic mansion could become Barrington's largest housing project

Historic mansion could become Barrington's largest housing project

BARRINGTON, R.I. (WPRI) — Behind a metal fence and "no trespassing" signs on Middle Highway in Barrington stands what's left of the historic Belton Court Mansion. But the property could soon be home to 344 new housing units. "Belton Court Village," which town planning director Herbert Durfee said is still in the preliminary stages, would include homes, apartments, and walkable retail shops all clustered on the 39-acre property. "This is clearly…