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Beaver County approves Ag Protection Area for Albrecht property after contested public hearing
Summary
After a public hearing with residents both supporting and opposing the Albrechts’ application, the Beaver County Commission voted unanimously to designate the requested area an agricultural protection area, citing statutory qualifications and nuisance-risk concerns raised by supporters.
The Beaver County Commission voted unanimously Jan. 6 to approve an agricultural protection area (APA) requested by members of the Albrecht family, following a public hearing that drew supporters and nearby residents who opposed the move.
Zoning administrator Kyle Blackner and Ag Protection Board secretary Jim Wicker outlined the state Ag Protection Act and the county’s process, telling the commission the application meets statutory requirements including a minimum contiguous area and existing agricultural uses. The Ag Protection Board and Planning and Zoning Advisory Board reviewed the application and recommended approval.
Supporters, including…
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