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Planning board grants Poplin Automotive conditional use permit; neighbors’ easement complaints remain civil dispute
Summary
The planning board approved a conditional use permit for Poplin Automotive to regularize a small repair shop; neighboring landowners pressed civil easement and alleged out‑of‑compliance operations, while supporters highlighted owner’s community ties. The county said easement disputes are civil matters outside permit scope.
The Washington County Planning Board voted Oct. 30 to approve a conditional use permit for Poplin Automotive, a home‑based automotive repair operation, after hearing contested testimony from neighbors and supporters.
Applicant Justin Poplin told the board he operates a small shop performing modest volumes of work (he described three to four vehicles a week) and that project vehicles on his parcel are family projects. Supporters, including neighbors and patrons, praised Poplin’s character, volunteer firefighting and mentorship of young technicians.
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