MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Riley County commissioners have tabled a proposal to extend the state’s Native Stone Scenic Byway into the county.

The Manhattan Mercury reports commissioners said Monday they wanted to learn more about the potential effects of the proposal before voting.

The 48-mile byway runs through the Flint Hills. The proposal would extend the byway through sections of Riley County.

Extension of the byway would subject the roads in question to state regulations that would prohibit the construction of billboards and commercial off-premise signs along the route.

Officials said the scenic byway designation would also make the county eligible to apply for certain grants pertaining to the construction of scenic overlooks.

Residents at Monday’s meeting, however, voiced concern that increased regulation could limit their property values and rights as landowners.