Business fails to comply with Larimer regulations

LOVELAND — One of the candidates for the Larimer County Board of Commissioners, the operator of Uncle Benny’s Building Supplies, has operated out of compliance with county regulations for more than 20 years.

The Reporter-Herald reported that Ben Aste Sr. failed to apply for multiple building permits over the years as the business has added multiple buildings and storage structures. Aste says he is now working to come into compliance.

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Ken Amundson

Ken Amundson is managing editor of BizWest. He has lived in Loveland and reported on issues in the region since 1987. Prior to Colorado, he reported and edited for news organizations in Minnesota and Iowa. He's a parent of two and grandparent of four, all of whom make their homes on the Front Range. A news junkie at heart, he also enjoys competitive sports, especially the Rapids.