Board approves Jim Hagen Construction rezoning after resident raises concerns about home‑based businesses

Planning staff presented a request from Jim Hagen Construction LLC to rezone 19.91 acres at the southwest corner of NW Moore Road and NW Hillsborough Road from agricultural to RE to allow a two‑lot minor subdivision creating roughly 10‑ and 8.5‑acre parcels. Paul Thrun said both proposed lots meet county minimums for size and frontage and that roads in the area are asphalt and exceed the county standard; staff recommended approval.

During public comment, James Fisher said he was not opposed but sought clarification that rezoning would not be used to permit commercial operations: "If it's going from agriculture to real estate, I want clarification that it's not for business." A staff speaker responded that home‑based businesses are a permitted use in all zoning districts and that recent state law has expanded such allowances. "Home based businesses are…permitted use[s]," the staff member said, adding that enforcement requires documented evidence before referral to the prosecutor.

The applicant came to the microphone and confirmed intentions to build speculative houses on the lots. The board asked clarifying questions about frontage and driveway access; staff said public works will locate safe driveway placements during permitting. The board then moved and unanimously approved the rezoning by voice vote.

Why it matters: The approval allows Jim Hagen Construction to proceed with a two‑lot minor subdivision and potential home construction. The exchange during public comment highlighted local concerns over home‑based business enforcement and the limits of county authority where state law broadens allowable home occupations.

Next steps: With rezoning approved, the applicant may proceed with subdivision and building permits; public works will review driveway access as part of the permit process.