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October 10, 1993 • • "ACT 1 19:,3 Dane County Zoning Attn: William Flech Room 116, City-County Building Madison, WI 53709 Dear Mr. Flech: I'm writing to strongly oppose the zoning petition of Michael Leggett to spot zone his property at 536 Union Rd. in the Town of Oregon, #5765. I am unable to attend the hearing on October 12 because of another commitment. This area of the Town consist of small residential holdings where owners are sometimes involved in activities compatible with the rural agricultural nature, like raising horses or gardening. Most of us moved here because it is rural agriculture. We assumed the agricultural zoning would keep it free of incongruous commercial activities. Leggett purchased his property, almost immediately divided and sold off a parcel, and I understand, has been operating a business out of his house since he moved in, contrary to zoning laws. Spot zoning for commercial ventures is incompatible with current uses and would have the effect of decreasing the enjoyment and usage of the rest of the neighbors, not to mention the loss of value in our homes and property. From his past practices, it would appear that Leggett moved here with the intend of operating a business off the property, regardless of how it was zoned. There is plenty of commercial land available in the Village of Oregon and other areas in the Town for business ventures and therefore no real need to change the zoning on this particular parcel. Spot zoning only provides a convenience for Leggett -- at the expense of his neighbors. If parcels can be spot zoned on request, why do we bother zoning at all. This is an agricultural area and the current zoning should be enforced. If Leggett wants to start a business, I suggest he move to an appropriately zoned parcel. Respectfully, 2/L' d-- Allen H. Miller 454 Union Rd.