Neighbors argued about religious liberty, Sharia law, fear of Muslims taking over the community and cultural differences ahead of a vote Tuesday night on a new mosque in Indian Land.
But for the Lancaster County Planning Commission, its unanimous vote against the project came down to much more familiar complaints in Indian Land—growth, traffic and neighborhood fit. “It just isn’t compatible with the surrounding area,” said Commissioner Judianna Tinklenberg.
The Planning Commission voted against a permit needed to build set up a mosque on Harrisburg Road. County planning staff had recommended for it. Lancaster County Council will make the final decision, however, at a later date…