Residents press Hopkinton board on code enforcement and business permitting
Summary
Public commenters raised enforcement concerns at Lake Ozonia and a resident inquired about opening a used car lot; the code officer said enforcement is difficult without certain state agency support, and the board said it will enforce rules when specific cases are brought forward.
Two residents used the Privilege of the Floor to press the Town Board on code enforcement and business permitting. Justin Fox asked whether he could open a used car lot on State Highway 11b; Code Officer Ploof responded that the town currently has no zoning prohibition against a used car lot but Fox would need proper building permits if he constructs a structure to house the business.
Scott Forbes questioned whether the board follows up on code enforcement referrals, saying he observes issues at Lake Ozonia and believes enforcement is sometimes not pursued because of expense. Code Officer Ploof told the board enforcement can be difficult when the town lacks backing from state agencies (APA, DEC, DOH) in some situations. Supervisor Susan Wood replied the Board would continue to make enforcement decisions when specific issues are brought to it, and she affirmed that "whatever rules are on the books will be enforced."
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