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Attorney O'Haire asked what would happen if he requested county -initiated land use amendments for his clients that would obviate the requirements of the applications. Chairman Scurlock felt the question involved is broad community effect. This particular project probably is affecting 1500 families and the entire community, and he felt the effect is of such a broad nature that it goes far beyond one specific parcel. Chairman Scurlock stressed that we have not denied anyone their rights, because the purpose of this meeting is to decide whether or not to have a public hearing to consider the issue. Attorney O'Haire stated that whatever action is taken today will not affect any pending application for site plan approval. If the County pursues this once site plan approval has been granted, it will create a non -conforming use for his client's property. He opposed the Board's consideration for the reason being that it is against every concept of good planning. Attorney Vitunac explained that the people here are asking the County to undertake this rezoning, and if the County does it, it will be done for the public good, not for the developer. He advised that Attorney O'Haire can ask the. County to undertake his client's rezoning too, and if it is a publicly important matter, the County may do that. Commissioner Eggert asked what happens if they do, indeed, have an approved site plan, and Attorney Vitunac explained that Attorney O'Haire's client will proceed as if nothing has happened until something does happen. If the rezoning occurs before his rights are vested, his client cannot proceed with the development. The County cannot declare a moratorium or put any hurdles in his way that we don't with other people. The County puts many hurdles in the way of all developers, but they are all there for the public good. We will not abrogate any of those requirements for him just because he has a court reporter present. ,JAN 26 19x0 29 BOOK 70 F1f 6S7