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Mr. McCarthy wrote.
In his letter to Mr. Baumgardner, the zoning administrator disagreed with the Sharps’ position that no special use permit is required since the housing for migrant farm workers falls under the category of accessory uses and is thus allowed by right.
Mr. McCarthy pointed out that the ordinance specifically states “no such accessory building shall be used for housekeeping purposes.”
“What’s this got to do with us?” asked BZA member Gregory Monahan after the zoning administrator’s report, noting that enforcement of conditions attached to a special use permit is not the BZA’s responsibility.
“I’ve been in contact with attorneys for both sides, and there will probably be an appeal of any decision I make,” Mr. McCarthy said. He added that an appeal of the zoning administrator’s action goes to the BZA. “At the very least, you will receive a new (special use) permit request on this matter.”
In action at last Wednesday’s session, the BZA gave unanimous approval to:
— Monica K. Rifaat for a second dwelling on a 282-acre farm off Route 211 near Washington. The two-bedroom, one-bath residence is to be used as housing for a farm worker.
— A 4x5-foot double sided sign for a bed and breakfast business on property owned by John and Helen Dixon near Amissville, specifying that the spotlight illuminating the sign must be turned off by midnight.
— A special use permit from Ashby Jenldns, member of the board
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