Small Box Store Moratorium Now in Effect in Walhalla

For the next six months, at least, the City of Walhalla has voted unanimously to prohibit the building of any new big or small box discount stores within it’s limits. In the meantime, city officials will review the local zoning ordinance.

A small box store is believed to have wanted to put a location within the historic district of downtown and many supporters of revitalization and small businesses were dismayed at the prospect. And now, the moratorium on the acceptance or issuance of any licenses for new chain discount stores in Walhalla is in effect.