Experienced representation to argue our points is the largest expense. At the appeal we are estimating a fee of roughly $10-15K. This retainer has been signed, but we are nowhere near the goal for the estimated fees. The individual we have retained is highly confident that we can overcome the RLUIPA laws that are being used as a weapon to force the hand of COH.

A traffic study will provide the data that is needed to reinforce our concerns regarding safety on the roads due to an increase in traffic on our rural roadways. This study will cost between $4-$5k.

A report that illustrates how our property values will be negatively impacted by this development. An appraiser report will cost roughly $5k.

Gathering legal precedence and data that directly contradicts the content that has been provided by the developers is going to build a mountain of evidence and an equally large mountain of charges in legal fees. This is a large part of how our efforts are keeping the costs down. Special thanks goes out to the team of neighbors that are spending every spare waking moment researching and gathering information to support our opposition.

Still there are fees associated with verifying and formatting the data which are estimated at anywhere between $5k-$10. This will go up substantially should we need to take this to a judicial review.

A report furnished by a safety/crime expert will be essential to demonstrating why our opposition is valid. We are working with crime and safety experts to create reports that show criminal activities and safety concerns for residents are valid. Estimated cost estimates $5k.

It may seem small like a small item, but showing unity through a simple apparel item is essential to giving a visual queue on the opposition and solidarity of our RNP Section 4 group. These will be passed out at neighborhood meetings and outside city hall. The type of impact this can have reinforces our message. Cost is $2k.