Bauer Meadows Residential Development
Summary
The city is reviewing multiple zone changes near Westview Drive and South Mountain Drive to accommodate the Bauer Meadows project, shifting land from Annexed Transition to various residential and commercial uses.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 14
- Last 30 days
- 2
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Sep 16, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Impacts future property tax revenues and municipal service demands in the growing area.
Future residents and the developer, Go Civil.
Nearby residents concerned about increased density and traffic.
Mentions & discussions (17)
City Council - Oct 14, 2026
The city is reviewing multiple zone changes near Westview Drive and South Mountain Drive to accommodate the Bauer Meadows project, shifting land from Annexed Transition to various residential and commercial uses.
CITY COUNCIL WORK MEETING — October 7, 2026
The council will review a large-scale zone change request for the Bauer Meadows project area, introducing a mix of single-family, multi-family, and commercial zoning designations.
Cedar City Council — September 16, 2026
The city is considering rezoning a large area for new housing, which could significantly increase the number of homes in the South Mountain Drive area.
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City Council Agenda for the Action Meeting — May 27, 2026
A new residential development is being proposed for the Cross Hollow area. This will impact local traffic and neighborhood density.
Cedar City Council — March 4, 2026
The city is struggling to balance the need for affordable housing with the desire to follow the long-term master plan. Residents and officials are concerned that frequent rezoning requests are creating a 'hodgepodge' of development that doesn't fit the original vision for the city.
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Cedar City Planning Commission — November 18, 2025
The commission is looking at ways to cut red tape and costs for builders, like changing sidewalk rules and material requirements, hoping it makes homes and commercial spaces cheaper for everyone.
Planning Commission — August 5, 2025
Residents and commissioners are debating whether the city should continue to rezone land for high-density housing, often citing state pressure versus the desire to follow the city's master plan.
Planning Commission — July 15, 2025
The developer is rezoning land to build a mix of single-family homes and commercial space. Neighbors and the developer have worked together to ensure the plan fits the existing neighborhood.
Planning Commission - . — July 1, 2025
Residents are worried that changing the zoning will lead to high-density housing, increased traffic, and lower property values in their quiet neighborhood.
Planning Commission Meeting - . — June 3, 2025
The Commission debated whether to grant a vesting extension to a project that no longer meets current city road and parcel depth requirements. The decision highlights the tension between honoring past approvals and enforcing new standards to ensure consistent development.
City Council Meeting - . — April 2, 2025
Residents are concerned that the SHD zoning is being used to bypass neighborhood protections, leading to the loss of historic character.
Planning Commission Meeting - . — April 1, 2025
Neighbors are worried about new high-density housing being built near their homes. They want the city to ensure the developer is a good neighbor and keeps the area's character intact.
Planning Commission — March 18, 2025
Builders are struggling with the current 20-foot height limit for home plate heights, which makes modern designs with higher ceilings difficult. The commission agreed to raise this to 24 feet to give designers more flexibility.
Planning Commission — March 4, 2025
Residents and commissioners are debating whether the SHD overlay is destroying neighborhood character or providing necessary affordable housing near the university.
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Related development
Bauer Meadows RDO Zone Change
Enables mixed residential and commercial development for the Bauer Meadows project.
South Mountain Area / Bauer Meadows RDO Zone Changes
Will significantly increase housing options and local population density in the south-central area.
Bauer Meadows Development
This will allow for a mix of single-family and multi-family housing in the area.
Bauer Meadows RDO
Will significantly increase housing options and local population density in the south-central area.
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