These bills reflected a grand compromise between preservation and development.

One of the Legislature's most difficult tasks will be striking a balance between preservation and development.

"We need to see more of a balance between preservation and growth," he said.

Throughout the years, there had always been a delicate balance between preservation of the waterway in its natural state and commercial development or access.

The conflict between open space and preservation has left some residents torn.

He brings to light the tension between preservation and access: which should be the priority?

"There is a fine line between preservation and the business use of an historic venue," she said.

"The conflict is between preservation and the need to modernize homes."

Our program is designed to help strike a balance between commercial development and preservation.

There has to be a line drawn between development and preservation.