A permit search for 19019 & 19025 Gold Mine, Brookeville, MD 20822 shows a series of applications, including a commercial building permit--void, which was shortly followed by an an alternative residential application, as well as, several other permits.  

Why did the owners initially file for a commercial permit?  Why was it voided?  Would it not be approved for the business because of the location?  Did switching to alternative residential allow the investors to bypass rules and regulations?

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