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agricultural zone wouiu meet with stiff public opposition. "1 don't think it's in the best interests of the county to4 put used car lots as a special use permitted in an agricultural zone...Who’s going to bother Mr. Settle down at his place if we don’t rezone?”
“From a public point of view, we shouldn't foster violations of the ordinance,” said Luke, adding that "not to know about violations is one thing."
Settle indicated that he could operate within proposed criteria that would limit the number of cars offered for sale at any one time to five or six.
Responding to a proposal from Baumgardner that the two suggested uses—used car sales and commercial garages—be separated. Miller maintained that it makes sense to allow used car sales only in conjunction with a garage and wrecker business.
Settle said his car sales will primarily involve wrecked vehicles that he’s towed in and repaired. "But if you give me a deal. I'm going to buy it and sell it." he acknowledged.
By unanimous vote, the commissioners approved two motions: the first to recommend denial of Settle’s request for a commercial rezoning and the second to recommend that the supervisors amend the zoning ordinance to allow automotive garages by special use permit in an agricultural zone with the proviso that no more than five vehicles be offered for sale at any one time.
"That’s fine. I’ll settle for that,” Settle concluded.
The proposed amendment will now go to the supervisors, then back to the planning commission for public hearing and recommendation and finally to the supervisors for a second public hearing and vote.
Annual ecumenical Lenten services sponsored by Rappahannock churches will start on Wednesday, March 11, at Trinity Parish Hall in Washington.
The series of five services will be held Wednesday evenings beginning with a covered dish supper at 6:15 p.m. and followed by a special program.
The speaker for March 11 is Phillip Wogaman, dean and professor of social ethics at Wesfey Seminary. The public is invited.
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