[MassHistPres] Historic preservation restrictions

[sally milne]

Hello everyone,
     Our town is about to purchase the Historic West Harwich Baptist church, oldest baptist church on Cape Cod rebuilt (1871) and Jonathan Walker (man with the branded hand)  attended services here. 
  The town proposes “ historic restriction to the facade” with the Board of Selectmen holding the restriction. They then propose to convey the property to a developer for affordable housing. We’ve had problems with Historic restrictions in town, either promised or not fulfilled. I envision Harwich BOS revoking or not even implementing the restriction after they gain control of the property.
They will use town funds for this purchase.
Shouldn’t the restriction run with the deed. ? and doesn’t a restriction apply only to the outside, the wording of facade is throwing me off. I will have to propose an amendment to the article proposed at the upcoming special town meeting. 
Anyone care to share ideas or experiences.
Thank you
Sally Urbano, West Harwich
An individual.