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1,217 totalCity Council - December 3, 2024
The December 3, 2024 meeting was a joint session of the Lehi City Council and Planning Commission held as an annual holiday gathering rather than a regular legislative meeting. The event took place at two locations — the Broadbent Room and City Council Chambers — and centered on a Christmas dinner for elected officials and city staff. No regular session agenda items were considered, and no votes on ordinances, resolutions, or development applications were taken. The only formal business on the agenda was a consideration of adjourning into a closed session to discuss the deployment of security devices, a topic that falls under the legal provisions for executive session in Utah open meetings law. It is not publicly known whether the closed session occurred or what was discussed, as such sessions are confidential by statute. Residents looking for substantive city business from this period should refer to the City Council meeting on December 10, 2024, which addressed the interlocal agreement amendment related to the formation of the Central School District.
City Council Meeting - November 26, 2024
The November 26, 2024 City Council meeting was a regular session held just before the Thanksgiving holiday. The school district split continued to be a dominant topic in Lehi City government during this period, with the interlocal agreement framework being a major focus of council activity throughout late 2024. The council also continued its regular business of considering zone changes and development approvals forwarded by the Planning Commission. Multiple zone change ordinances were approved by the council during this period as Lehi continued to manage rapid growth and development pressure across the city. Specific vote tallies and detailed agenda items from this meeting were not available through public reporting. For the complete agenda, staff reports, and meeting minutes, residents can view the official recording and agenda packet through the links above.
Planning Commission Meeting - November 14, 2024
The Planning Commission's main action at this meeting was approval of the Epiphany Point preliminary subdivision flag lot, a small infill request from property owner Richard Thurman. The flag lot would add a new buildable parcel behind two homes Thurman already owns at 913 and 939 East Cedar Hollow Road, using the long, narrow "flagpole" driveway access that Lehi's code allows where ordinary frontage is not feasible. Commissioners reviewed the lot configuration, access, and consistency with the city's flag-lot standards before voting to approve the preliminary subdivision. The approval is a procedural step rather than a major policy decision: it allows the project to advance through the city's subdivision process toward final plat. There were no significant city financial commitments tied to the action, and the impact is limited to the immediate neighborhood off Cedar Hollow Road. The commission also conducted other routine business at this meeting. The official minutes and agenda linked above are the authoritative record for any additional applications, public hearings, or general items handled the same evening.
Planning Commission Meeting - November 14, 2024
The November 14, 2024 Planning Commission meeting addressed several development applications as Lehi continued to manage residential and commercial growth. Among the approvals was the Epiphany Point Preliminary Subdivision, a project by Richard Thurman to create three lots — including one new flag lot — behind two existing homes at 913 and 939 East Cedar Hollow Road. The smallest lot exceeds 11,000 square feet and the largest is over an acre, meeting the frontage requirements for the R-1-Flex zoning district. The commission reviewed and approved this flag lot configuration as consistent with the area's residential character. The commission also addressed other routine land use matters during this meeting. Minutes from this meeting were subsequently approved at the December 12, 2024 Planning Commission session. For complete details on all agenda items and votes, residents can view the full meeting recording through the link above.
City Council - November 12, 2024
The November 12, 2024 City Council meeting opened with a Pre-Council session covering PARC Tax recipient reports and a discussion of the transportation system in North Lehi, an area experiencing significant growth. The PARC Tax — a voter-approved sales tax dedicated to parks, arts, recreation, and culture — funds a range of community programs, and recipients presented updates on how those dollars were being used across the city. The North Lehi transportation discussion reflected ongoing concerns about infrastructure capacity as new residential and commercial development continues in that corridor. The regular session's most significant business involved two power contract resolutions. Council approved Resolution #2024-55 and Resolution #2024-56, authorizing long-term power sales contracts with Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems (UAMPS) for the Power County Power Project and the Millard County Power Project respectively. These contracts are part of Lehi City's strategy to secure stable, diversified energy supplies for its municipal power utility at predictable long-term rates — a key concern as the city's population and electricity demand continue to grow. Council also received a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) presentation on funding priorities, and approved two development code amendments that had been recommended by the Planning Commission on October 24. Ordinance #65-2024 reduced the required rear yard setback on corner lots from 30 feet to 15 feet for remodels, giving existing homeowners more flexibility. Ordinance #66-2024 updated side yard setback requirements for detached accessory dwelling units (DADUs) in Chapter 26, part of a broader effort to align local code with state housing policies. Both amendments passed without significant controversy.
City Council Meeting - November 12, 2024
The November 12 City Council meeting covered power infrastructure, development code changes, and transportation planning. The Council considered two resolutions related to power supply contracts through Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems (UAMPS): Resolution #2024-55 for the Power County Power Project and Resolution #2024-56 for the Millard County Power Project. These natural gas power plant contracts represent Lehi's participation in regional energy infrastructure to serve the city's growing electricity demands. The Council also took up two development code amendments that had been recommended by the Planning Commission at its October 24 meeting. Ordinance #65-2024 would revise the allowed rear yard setback on corner lots from 30 feet to 15 feet for remodels, giving homeowners more flexibility when renovating properties on corner lots. Ordinance #66-2024 would amend Chapter 26 on Accessory Uses, updating side yard setback requirements for detached accessory dwelling units to allow one-story structures or those under 20 feet to be placed 10 feet from property lines rather than requiring full zone setbacks. During the pre-council session, the Council received PARC tax recipient reports and presentations, and discussed the transportation system in North Lehi. The regular session included a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) presentation and priorities discussion. The consent agenda covered approval of meeting minutes, purchase orders, and surplus items. The Council also considered holding a closed session to discuss pending or reasonably imminent litigation.
Planning Commission Work Session - November 7, 2024
The November 7, 2024 Planning Commission work session introduced two policy items in their early stages of development. The main topic was Lehi's draft Bike and Pedestrian Plan. Staff walked commissioners through the plan's goals, a survey of existing conditions across the city's trail and bike network, and the gap analysis methodology being used to identify where connections are missing — both within Lehi and to neighboring cities. The presentation was the commission's first formal look at the draft plan, setting the stage for more detailed review in subsequent sessions. Safe, connected bicycle infrastructure has been a recurring theme in Lehi community feedback as the city's population has grown rapidly in recent years. Commissioners also reviewed a set of proposed amendments to the city's buffering and screening standards for commercial development located adjacent to residential properties or zones. Those standards — which govern landscaping requirements, fencing types and heights, and transitional setbacks between commercial and residential land uses — had been identified as needing updates to better reflect current development patterns across the city. No formal votes were taken on either item. Both the Bike and Pedestrian Plan and the buffering and screening amendments were expected to progress through additional work sessions before coming to formal public hearings for commission action.
Planning Commission Work Session - November 7, 2024
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City Council Work Session - November 2024
This was a work session for the Lehi City Council held in early November 2024. Work sessions provide an informal setting for the Council to receive staff presentations, discuss policy matters, and preview items that may come before the Council for formal action at upcoming regular meetings. This session took place shortly after the November 5 general election, in which voters in the Alpine School District boundary approved Proposition 11 to split the district into three smaller districts — a major local issue that had dominated community discussion for much of 2024. The Council was also in the process of reviewing power supply contracts through UAMPS, development code amendments related to accessory dwelling units and corner lot setbacks, and ongoing infrastructure planning. View the official agenda and video recording using the links above for full details on the topics discussed.
Planning Commission - October 24, 2024
The Planning Commission held public hearings on four land use items at its October 24 meeting. The most closely watched item was the proposed draft for the Critical Housing Overlay Zone (CHOZ), which continued a months-long discussion about how Lehi should comply with state affordable housing mandates. The CHOZ concept, first introduced in August 2024, would create overlay zones where developers could build housing affordable to residents earning less than 80% of the area median income, with an equity lock provision to prevent speculative resale. The commission had been working through concerns raised at previous meetings about the balance between government intervention and market-based approaches. The commission also considered an amendment to Development Code Table 05.040A that would revise the allowed rear yard setback on corner lots from 30 feet to 15 feet for remodels, giving homeowners on corner lots more flexibility when renovating their properties. A separate hearing addressed an amendment to Development Code Chapter 26, Accessory Uses, which would change side yard setback requirements for detached accessory dwelling units. Under the proposed change, one-story structures or those under 20 feet in height would be allowed 10 feet from side and rear property lines, while two-story or taller structures would need to meet standard zone setbacks. The commission also heard Trevor and Erika Shelton's request for approval of Seasons Estates Plat E, amending three lots in the Seasons Estates Plat B subdivision. These development code amendments, if recommended favorably, would move to the City Council for final action.
Planning Commission - October 24, 2024
The October 24, 2024 Planning Commission meeting focused on three items, all carried over to the full City Council for final action. The commission held a public hearing on a plat amendment request from Trevor and Erika Shelton to modify lots 216, 218, and 219 within Seasons Estates Plat B, creating Plat E. The proposed changes adjusted lot boundaries within the existing Seasons Estates subdivision on the west side of Lehi. Two city-initiated development code amendments also received public hearings. The first proposed reducing the required rear yard setback for corner lots from 30 feet to 15 feet when owners undertake remodels — a change aimed at giving homeowners more flexibility without undermining neighborhood character. The second amendment addressed side yard setback requirements for detached accessory dwelling units (DADUs), adjusting the code language in Chapter 26 to better reflect current housing policy goals and make it easier for residents to add secondary housing on their properties. All three items were forwarded with recommendations to the full City Council for consideration, with no significant public opposition noted at the commission level. The setback amendments aligned with broader state-level efforts to encourage additional housing supply through policy flexibility.
City Council Meeting - October 22, 2024
The Council unanimously denied the Bowden General Plan Amendment (Ordinance #64-2024), which sought to change the land use designation on 5.18 acres at 9861 West 9600 North from Very Low Density Residential Agriculture (VLDRA) to Low Density Residential (LDR). The applicant, Corey Bowden, was not present at the meeting, and four residents spoke in opposition, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the area's half-acre lot character. Residents cited concerns about inconsistency with surrounding lot sizes, increased traffic on 1500 North, and potential negative impacts on neighborhood character. The Council also unanimously approved Resolution #2024-54, an agreement with Bureau Veritas for third-party building and construction plan review services related to the new Texas Instruments fabrication plant. Community Development Director Kim Struthers explained the rare third-party review was necessary due to the project's size and technical complexity, with costs covered by standard permit fees. During the pre-council work session, the Council discussed several significant topics. Mike West presented a draft bike and pedestrian plan with seven main goals for the next five to ten years, focusing on safety and connectivity, including updating development codes, adding missing sidewalks, installing trail lighting, and connecting key destinations. Luke Seegmiller, Lehi City Traffic Engineer, reported on railroad crossing compliance progress for maintaining quiet zone status, noting most locations have been fixed except for three problematic crossings. Mayor Johnson presented Utah County's request for cities to contribute to homeless warming centers at a rate of $1,000 per 1,000 residents, which would mean approximately $90,000 for Lehi; the Council expressed concerns about the funding formula and requested more detailed cost information. The Council also engaged in a detailed discussion about design options for 2300 West between 300 North and 900 North, where the right-of-way purchased in 2005 is narrower than ideal. Brad Kenison, Lehi City Engineer, presented several alternatives ranging from $165,000 to $790,000. The Council agreed to proceed with Alternative 2A, the most cost-effective option at $165,000, which involves steepening side slopes slightly and adding a drainage solution while maintaining the existing fence. The meeting concluded with a closed session to discuss pending or reasonably imminent litigation.
City Council - October 22, 2024
The October 22, 2024 City Council meeting centered on a long-discussed design decision for 2300 West between 300 North and 900 North, a stretch where the City purchased right-of-way nearly 20 years ago. After extended debate about drainage concerns and impacts on adjacent property owners, Mayor Johnson directed staff to proceed with the current design while giving property owners the option to upgrade to taller fencing at their own expense. Council viewed this as the best compromise to keep the road widening project on schedule while respecting property-owner preferences. Council also considered Resolution #2024-54 authorizing an agreement between Lehi City and Bureau Veritas to provide third-party building and construction plan review services, helping the City keep pace with the volume of permit applications on the west side of town. No major controversies or divisive public hearings were reported for this meeting. Next steps include continued execution of the 2300 West widening project, with construction activity following the design direction provided by Council.
Planning Commission Meeting - October 10, 2024
The Planning Commission held public hearings on four items during its October 10 meeting, with the most significant being continued discussion of the controversial Critical Homeownership Overlay Zone (CHOZ). The CHOZ is Lehi City's proposed approach to meeting a state mandate requiring municipalities to implement strategies for housing affordable to residents earning less than 80% of the area median income, with noncompliance risking $250-per-day state fines. The commission reviewed revisions to the CHOZ code section that had been updated since it was first introduced on August 22, 2024. Key concerns centered on the equity lock component, which is designed to prevent first-time homebuyers from purchasing a CHOZ-priced home and quickly reselling it at market prices for profit. Commission Chair Greg Jackson questioned whether the program unfairly burdens individual property sellers rather than distributing the subsidy across the community. Commissioner Emily Lockhart pushed for market-based solutions and objected to government restrictions on how long homeowners must hold their property before selling. City Planner Brittany Harris defended the approach, arguing the city needs multiple tools to address affordable housing. The commission determined more work was needed and continued discussion to the October 24 meeting. The commission also heard items related to development code amendments, including proposed changes to accessory building setback requirements and other routine land use matters. The CHOZ discussion dominated the meeting and reflected broader community tensions about how Lehi should balance its rapid growth with housing affordability while preserving neighborhood character.
Planning Commission Meeting - October 10, 2024
The Planning Commission continued its review of the city's controversial Critical Homeownership Overlay Zone (CHOZ) at this regular meeting, picking up the discussion that began at the October 3 work session. The CHOZ is Lehi's response to a state mandate requiring municipalities to either commit dedicated local funding for moderate-income housing or adopt development ordinances reserving at least 10% of new homes for households earning less than 80% of the area median income; failure to comply carries state fines of $250 per day. As proposed, the overlay would allow participating developers to build at higher density in exchange for selling homes at least 20% below market value, with priority access during the first 30 days for critical city workers, current Lehi residents, and first-time homebuyers. A 10-year equity-lock provision is intended to prevent buyers from quickly flipping the homes for a profit at full market price. The October 10 meeting focused on revisions to the draft code that staff had prepared after the August 22 and October 3 discussions. Commissioners and members of the public continued to wrestle with the same sticking points raised earlier — particularly the equity lock's restrictions on owner resale rights, who actually bears the financial burden of the subsidy, and whether the proposed structure meaningfully shifts profit margins between landowners, builders, and homebuyers. No final recommendation was issued at this meeting; the CHOZ remained in the commission's review queue while staff continued refining the proposal. The CHOZ discussion ultimately culminated in December 2024, when the Planning Commission issued a negative recommendation on the rebranded "Attainable Homeownership Overlay Zone" (AHOZ), forwarding it to City Council for further consideration in early 2025.
City Council - October 8, 2024
The October 8, 2024 City Council meeting was a presentation- and ordinance-focused session rather than a major decision night. The pre-council portion included an Emergency Management presentation, a discussion of railroad safety protocols, and the annual PARC Tax Fund report, which details how revenue from the parks, arts, recreation, and cultural sales tax has been allocated across community programs and facilities. The Waterwise Yard of the Month was also recognized, continuing the City's push to promote drought-tolerant landscaping as water conservation remains a priority along the Wasatch Front. On the regular agenda, Council considered amendments to the Development Code addressing side-yard setbacks for accessory buildings on corner lots, a change aimed at clarifying what homeowners can build alongside their homes. Council also considered adding provisions for micro schools under the Home Occupations section of the code, which would allow small-scale educational settings to operate from residential properties under defined conditions — a reflection of growing interest in alternative education models in Lehi. No major dollar figures or controversial votes were reported. Next steps include staff follow-up on the code amendments and continued work on emergency preparedness and railroad crossing safety, both of which have been recurring concerns for Lehi residents.
City Council Meeting - October 8, 2024
The October 8 City Council meeting addressed several development code amendments and infrastructure planning. The Council considered Ordinance #58-2024, the Tronson General Plan Amendment, which proposed changing the designation of 0.66 acres at 635 West State Street from Commercial to Heavy Commercial. The Council also considered Ordinance #59-2024, amending the Development Code Chapter 26 on Accessory Uses, revising the required side yard setback for accessory buildings on corner lots. Two notable code amendments addressed emerging land use trends in Lehi. An amendment to Chapter 39, Definitions, added a definition for data centers, reflecting the growing demand for large-scale technology infrastructure in the I-15 corridor and the need for clear regulatory standards for these facilities. A separate amendment to Chapter 20, Home Occupations, added provisions for micro schools, acknowledging the growth of small, home-based educational programs in the community. The meeting also included consideration of updates to the Lehi Stormwater Management Plan, an important infrastructure document that guides how the city handles drainage and runoff as development continues at a rapid pace. The Council reviewed purchase orders and considered amendments to the Frances Martens Comer Perpetual Library Fund. October 2024 marked a period of continued scrutiny of large mixed-use and residential developments as city staff worked to align growth with infrastructure investment timelines.
Planning Commission Work Session - October 3, 2024
The Planning Commission devoted nearly two hours of its October 3 work session to the city's proposed Critical Homeownership Overlay Zone (CHOZ), with multiple meeting extensions required to get through the discussion. The CHOZ concept first came before the commission on August 22, but was tabled at that time so staff could revisit the proposal and provide more background. City Planner Brittany Harris returned on October 3 with the additional context that had been missing from the August presentation. Harris explained that the State of Utah requires counties and municipalities to adopt strategies to expand housing for residents earning less than 80% of area median income — either by dedicating local funding for moderate-income housing or by adopting development ordinances reserving 10% or more of new homes for that income band. Failure to comply can trigger state fines of $250 per day. Lehi chose the development-ordinance route, and the CHOZ framework has been under development for roughly nine to ten months. Under the proposal, participating developers would commit to selling homes at least 20% below market value, with an equity-lock provision limiting how much value owners can realize on resale during a home's first ten years. First-priority access to those homes would go to critical and essential city workers, current Lehi residents, and first-time homeowners for the initial 30 days of listing. Commissioners pushed back hard on parts of the framework. Commissioner Emily Lockhart questioned whether market-based or non-profit solutions could address the housing problem without this level of government intervention, and raised concerns about telling property owners that the value of an asset they own "cannot be realized" for a fixed period. Chair Greg Jackson argued that the structure shifts the subsidy burden disproportionately onto the original landowner, who effectively sells land that has been upzoned for the developer's benefit, while leaving the developer's profit margin intact. Harris acknowledged those concerns and characterized CHOZ as a first step, saying the city expects to learn and revise as the program is implemented. No vote was taken at the work session. The commission and city staff agreed more time was needed to review the revised code language, and the CHOZ discussion was scheduled to continue at the commission's next public meeting on October 10.
Planning Commission Work Session - October 3, 2024
The Planning Commission devoted nearly two hours of its October 3 work session to the city's proposed Critical Homeownership Overlay Zone (CHOZ), with multiple meeting extensions required to get through the discussion. The CHOZ concept first came before the commission on August 22, but was tabled at that time so staff could revisit the proposal and provide more background. City Planner Brittany Harris returned on October 3 with the additional context that had been missing from the August presentation. Harris explained that the State of Utah requires counties and municipalities to adopt strategies to expand housing for residents earning less than 80% of area median income — either by dedicating local funding for moderate-income housing or by adopting development ordinances reserving 10% or more of new homes for that income band. Failure to comply can trigger state fines of $250 per day. Lehi chose the development-ordinance route, and the CHOZ framework has been under development for roughly nine to ten months. Under the proposal, participating developers would commit to selling homes at least 20% below market value, with an equity-lock provision limiting how much value owners can realize on resale during a home's first ten years. First-priority access to those homes would go to critical and essential city workers, current Lehi residents, and first-time homeowners for the initial 30 days of listing. Commissioners pushed back hard on parts of the framework. Commissioner Emily Lockhart questioned whether market-based or non-profit solutions could address the housing problem without this level of government intervention, and raised concerns about telling property owners that the value of an asset they own "cannot be realized" for a fixed period. Chair Greg Jackson argued that the structure shifts the subsidy burden disproportionately onto the original landowner, who effectively sells land that has been upzoned for the developer's benefit, while leaving the developer's profit margin intact. Harris acknowledged those concerns and characterized CHOZ as a first step, saying the city expects to learn and revise as the program is implemented. No vote was taken at the work session. The commission and city staff agreed more time was needed to review the revised code language, and the CHOZ discussion was scheduled to continue at the commission's next public meeting on October 10.
City Council Work Session - October 2024
This was a routine work session for the Lehi City Council held in early October 2024. Work sessions are less formal than regular council meetings and do not typically involve votes on ordinances or resolutions. They serve as an opportunity for the Council to receive presentations from staff, discuss upcoming agenda items, and deliberate on policy matters before they come to a formal vote. During this period, the Council was actively reviewing several development-related issues, including infrastructure capacity concerns related to Lehi's rapid growth and alignment of development approvals with infrastructure investment timelines. View the official agenda and video recording using the links above for full details on the topics discussed.
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