Cedar City is getting a huge new shopping center, a $50 million project that includes a massive Smith's Supercenter. This could be a game-changer for local jobs and give you more places to buy your groceries and other goods.
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The changes could influence property values and business tax revenue in the downtown area.
Local business owners and developers looking for more flexibility in downtown locations.
Property owners who might have wanted to develop a gas station or similar large-scale convenience store in the downtown zone.
A new Smith's Marketplace, fuel center, and retail pads are proposed for Main Street. The project requires a development agreement and includes requests for deviations from standard city codes regarding loading bays, parking, and signage height. Utility infrastructure, particularly water mains and stormwater discharge, are also major discussion points.
The city is looking at changing the rules for what businesses can operate downtown. This could change the look and feel of our main business district.
The city is looking at banning new gas stations in the historic downtown to keep the area walkable and preserve old buildings. The goal is to make sure the downtown stays a destination for shops and restaurants rather than becoming a place for large fuel stations.
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