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the inhabitants. . . through the preservation and protection of buildings or structures of historic, architectural or cultural interest, pursuant to Section 15.1-503.2 of The Code of Virginia...”
Fran Eldred, who lives in Washington’s historic district, expressed concern that town residents may not be able to participate in these proceedings.
“Will copies (of the proposal) be available for review, in the paper, or
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