Board split over double permit fee for after‑the‑fact dwelling; motion fails 2–2
Apr 16, 2026
A motion to require a double permit fee for the after‑the‑fact status failed on a 2–2 tie; Board Member Amy Cordry said she opposed the final approval because there were insufficient consequences for the after‑the‑fact permit.
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During deliberations on Docket BOA 04-16-26-01 the Board debated whether to add a penalty for constructing a dwelling without prior permits. Kelsey Fitzgerald moved, seconded by Amy Cordry, to approve the variances with an added condition requiring a double permit fee for the After‑the‑Fact status; the motion failed on a 2–2 tie (Yes: Kelsey Fitzgerald, Amy Cordry; No: Jordan Potter, Lynn Redig).
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