Ophir General Assembly approves setback variance for Jonathan Cooper lots after split vote
At its April 21 meeting, the Town of Ophir General Assembly approved Ordinance 2026‑02, granting setback variances for lots 1 and 2, Block 2 owned by Jonathan Cooper. The motion passed 10–2 with four abstentions (recorded as no votes) after members debated precedent concerns.
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The General Assembly of the Town of Ophir approved Ordinance 2026‑02 on April 21, granting setback variances on lots 1 and 2, Block 2 owned by Jonathan Cooper. Jonathan Cooper presented the request during the second‑reading public hearing; Todd moved to approve and Allyn seconded. The minutes record a tally of 10 yes, 2 no and 4 abstentions (the minutes note abstentions were counted as no votes), and the motion passed.
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