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mended originally thut amplified music at events be turned off no later than 10 p.m. Fletcher is now asking tor amplified music to be permitted until l a.m.
Fletcher is also asking tor no limit on the size or number of churttable events held at the property, and thut such events not count toward other limitations on the number events.
Fletcher's application in October also drew several supporters, who said the proposal is for a modest commercial use thut will help preserve open space in the scenic FT. Valley, ’fhey also said an events center is a preferable option compured to housing, which would cause permanent traffic on FT. Valley Roud and bring more costs tor infrastructure and services in the county.
Fletcher, who does not live at the Miller Farm, has said agriculture on the property is' no longer profitable and he needs to tap other revenue streams to keep the property in his family. He has also puid tor renovations on the 8,000square-foot Miller House, originally built ui 1912. and needs to keep money coming in tor ongoing work ut the manse.
Fletcher’s supporters also pointed out in October that one FT. Valley events center had already been recommended tor approval.
In November, the Bourd of Supervisors approved a permit for Roger and Sophie Scruton to operate an events center in Montpelier, an 18-th century mansion located across FT.
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