Planning board splits on historic‑resources affidavit; no recommendation forwarded
A proposed Land Development Regulation requiring applicants to submit an affidavit confirming whether a property contains known historic or archaeological resources drew public testimony about Island Pond Cemetery and debate over staff verification. The board deadlocked and did not send a clear recommendation to commissioners.
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The board reviewed an amendment to add section 14.000.14 to Lake County's Land Development Code, requiring applicants to submit an affidavit certifying whether known historic or archaeological resources exist on the property. Staff said the change implements comp‑plan objectives and allows staff permissive revocation for false affidavits.
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