City Council Meeting - October 8, 2024

Meeting Summary

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.