Zoning amendments threatening Meat Jack and small businesses
Summary
County zoning amendments would have redefined slaughterhouses and removed meat processing from agricultural zones — John Hope of the Meat Jack says he'd lose grandfathered status. Commissioners sent the changes back to the planning commission and many said the whole zoning framework needs rework.
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Last discussed Jul 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unclear — but Hope says the rules could put his family business out of operation.
Local small businesses like the Meat Jack and Timberline Lawns, and the hunters and families who rely on them.
The affected business owner, who testified he has been targeted for removal despite being grandfathered in twice.
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