The Washington Post reported that Loudoun Couty's economic development director will be leaving his job.

Lawrence Rosenstrauch, who has been in this position for 13 years, will leave the agency Dec. 4.

This could be good for Loudoun County because business leaders have criticized Rosenstrauch's committment to rural living over corporate relocations that could bring many new jobs, residents and increased tax base to the area.

While quality-of-living is important to homeowners and the value of their property, residents, business leaders and county officials have to work towards a healthy balance that also allows for economic growth.

"Loudoun County's economic development director announced his resignation Monday amid growing criticism from business leaders and county officials over his steadfast emphasis on rural quality-of-life issues over corporate relocations."

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