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sor unarms k. rete tstes saia. “I’m amazed there is no opposition and clamor for small lots. We’ll have to make our decision on what best serves Rappahannock County, Mr. Smet, and the people of Amissville.”
“I know everyone I have talked to would prefer to see the development Mr. Smet has come in for,” Col. Bingham said. “Those are the people who live in the immediate area. We have to respect their wishes. I feel this plan follows the complete spirit and intent of the comprehensive plan. I’d like to make a motion that in view of the comprehensive plan, we approve Mr. Smet’s plan as submitted, but I’d like to see a 50- or 100-foot buffer around the graveyard to preserve its integrity.”
“Fifty feet would be required anyway,” County Administrator John McCarthy noted.
No one seconded Col. Bingham’s motion.
Mr. Estes asked, Mr. McCarthy to go over the proffers “and give us your opinion.”
Mr. McCarthy said the important one would restrict further subdivision. This could not be changed by the homeowners, he stressed. “There would be a total of 11 lots on 131 acres,” he said.
“We’ve heard a lot of local residents and what they want,” Mr. McCarthy told the supervisors, “but I’ve heard from all corners of the county, and there’s plenty of desire for small lots. These will be expensive quality estate farmettes, very valuable properties. They will not have kids in public schools, not requiring public services.
“What happens to this devel
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