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like this, if they have an effect they have a positive effect because property owners feel protected from undesirable developments,” Kramer said.
Another resident said that the council was imposing its architectural tastes on the town.
“I don’t know that these are our tastes and the council will change over the years, but it provides a chance for the public to look at what’s happening in town,” Kramer said. “We’ll be giving up some of our rights, but in the process we’ll protect the town.”
Juanita Miko, a county resident, pointed out that the ordinance will not prevent businesses such as supermarkets or food chain stores from opening in town as long as they have a colonial front.
“Our zoning ordinance addresses use,” Wickens said. “This ordinance addresses what the town looks like.”
Harris suggested that the ARB should be able to review fencing in the town in addition to plans for buildings and structures. Fences were added to the ordinance, but it does not apply to the removal of fences. The ordinance also stipulates that satellite dish TV antennae should be screened if possible.
The ordinance was adopted by a 41 vote, Wallace Critzer dissenting, and took effect upon its adoption.
Evelyn Willis, Charles Eldred and Carol Miller were appointed to the ARB. Willis will serve for four years, Eldred for three and Miller for two.
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