The supervisors today turned down the development that I wrote about several weeks ago.
The planning commission had recommended denial and the supervisors agreed. They said it didn't match the county's comprehensive plan.
The developer was very antagonistic to the supervisors. He accused the county administration of underhandedness and the supervisors of spot zoning when they rezoned an industrial park in 1993.
About 60 people turned out to oppose the project.
I do feel sorry for the landowners, who are good people whom I know. They have other choices with their land but I don't know that they will get as much money for it.
It is always difficult balancing the rights of the landowner with the good of the community. But I think, ultimately, the greater good should always win out, with a compromise if possible. But that's just me.
I leave tomorrow for a much-needed mini-vacation. I'll be back October 2.
At that time I will have to be ready to take on my health issues as well as some financial issues, so I hope I get to rest up. The winter is looking long.
Unfortunately the greater good doesn't always work out but I'm glad it did for you. Enjoy your vacation. Can I stow away ;)
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