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The commission is considering major zoning changes that could change how land is used in three different parts of the county. These decisions will determine if areas remain agricultural or transition to residential development.
At a glance
Stable — consistent level of discussion. 5 mentions in the last 30 days, 16 the 60 before, 2 the 90 before that.
The impact on individual business owners will depend on the specific changes proposed to the code.
Residents who operate home businesses or neighbors concerned about commercial activity in residential zones.
Property owners in currently unzoned areas may face new restrictions on how they use their land.
The county is looking at changing the rules for home-based businesses. This could change what types of businesses are allowed or how they operate in residential areas.
The Box Elder County Commission consented at the Aug. 12 meeting to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Serviceu2019s acquisition of 22,311 acres of state land for use within the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge. Box Elder County Attorney Stephen Hadfield said the property had been treated as part of the refuge for years before it was determined to belong to <a href="https://www.benewsjournal.com/articles/county-consents-to-bear-river-refuge-land-transfer/">[&hellip;]</a>
The county is looking to zone currently unzoned areas to provide more predictability for landowners and prevent incompatible land uses.
The ordinance prohibiting cryptocurrency bitcoin kiosks within city limits passed during the Tremonton City Council meeting, held on Aug. 4.Also adopted during the meeting was the amending of the fencing...
LOGAN – Logan city officials will host an informal open house to hear local residents’ concerns on potential data centers on Tuesday, Aug. 4.That gathering will take place following the regular meeting on the...
A massive 3,196-acre parcel is proposed for mining and excavation use. This could significantly change the landscape and industrial activity in the Hansel Valley area.
The Box Elder County Commission approved a request Tuesday by Gardner Francis of Westland Development to rezone about 861 acres near Snowville from unzoned to MG-EX (mining, quarry, sand and gravel excavation), a designation that would make the property eligible for future mining proposals. Box Elder County Community Development Director Scott Lyons said the five parcels, located near Interstate 84 <a href="https://www.benewsjournal.com/articles/county-approves-861-acres-for-mining-excavation-zoning-on-old-udot-county-gravel-pit-near-snowville/">[&hellip;]</a>
Utah’s fight between progress and preservation Deseret News
BRIGHAM CITY, Utah — A new city ordinance banning all cryptocurrency ATMs within Brigham City limits officially took effect Tuesday, with local law enforcement confirming immediate compliance from area businesses.
LOGAN – In near record time during a special meeting on June 30, the Logan Municipal Council considered and approved placing a 180-day moratorium on any proposed development of a data center or a data center power plant within city limits.
The county is considering three major land-use changes that could significantly alter the character of rural areas in Mantua, Snowville, and East Garland. These changes could affect everything from local traffic patterns to the preservation of agricultural land.
Box Elder County passes moratorium on future data centers Utah Public Radio
The Box Elder County Commission unanimously approved a six-month moratorium on new data centers and data center power plants in unincorporated areas of the county on Wednesday night, saying the pause is needed to develop land-use regulations for a rapidly emerging industry that has drawn intense public scrutiny.
Box Elder County Commissioners have approved a 180-day moratorium on any new data centers. They said the moratorium was needed after the Stratos project exposed issues that need attention.
Box Elder County commission approves 180-day moratorium on new data centers KSL.com
The county is considering a temporary ban on new data centers and their power plants to study their impact on our community's resources.
Box Elder County imposes 180-day moratorium on new data centers... with a catch FOX 13 News Utah
Moratorium approved by commissioners for future data centers in Box Elder County The Herald Journal
Kevin O’Leary-backed data center is still coming for this Utah county, even after its commissioners passed a moratorium The Salt Lake Tribune
Box Elder County poll finds that large majority, 71% of respondents, oppose data center plans KSL.com
House Speaker Mike Schultz backs citizen referendum on Box Elder County data center project FOX 13 News Utah
Silenced voices, double standards: Box Elder County locals react to the data center approved for their backyard The Salt Lake Tribune
Data center vote put off after Box Elder County residents express concerns FOX 13 News Utah
The county is considering major changes to how land is zoned, including a massive 1,600-acre shift in Riverside. These changes could significantly alter the rural landscape and future development potential in these areas.
The county is looking to update its development rules, which could change how future projects are approved or managed.
A new plan for the Harper Ward area is being considered. This will guide future growth and land use in that part of the county.
Liberty Gold is planning to reopen a gold mine near the Utah-Idaho border. This could bring hundreds of jobs to the area, but it also involves a long federal permitting process and environmental oversight.
Residents are concerned that the new zoning plan for East Garland was created without enough public input or transparency. They are also worried that the county didn't follow the law when notifying property owners about the changes.
The county is updating its parking rules to better manage how much parking is required for different types of buildings. This affects developers and business owners by setting clear standards for space sizes and layout.
Businesses near Garland want to annex into the city for utilities, but neighbors are worried about how this affects their own property rights.
A 1.5-acre property in Bothwell is being considered for a change from residential to industrial zoning. This could change the character of the neighborhood and impact nearby residents.
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This could change how home businesses are permitted or regulated throughout the county.
Requires installation of a water line and fire hydrant for fire protection.
This change aims to preserve the agricultural nature of the land.
This change would allow for smaller lot sizes, potentially increasing residential density in the Mantua area.
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