Communities set standards all the time back then. Just because they weren't disgusting enough to open up a porn shop, doesn't mean the same principle doesn't apply. Have a nice day.
There again, you are confusing the "community" setting standards, with the government setting standards. The two are different. In this case, it's government officials setting standards, through arbitrary "zoning", not the community.
You have a good day, as well... :0)