Tava-Highlands Public Infrastructure District (PID) Approval
Summary
Developers are seeking to form a PID for the 116-acre Highlands project to help fund $40 million in public infrastructure. While proponents argue it lowers upfront home prices and provides affordable housing, council members raised concerns about long-term property tax burdens on homeowners and state auditor warnings.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 7
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
Bonds totaling approximately $22.6 million will be issued through a 5-mill levy on properties within the district, shifting infrastructure debt risk from the city to private investors.
Future home buyers may benefit from reduced initial home purchase prices, and the city secures public amenities such as parks and trail connections.
The community may lose the opportunity to improve aesthetics and long-term infrastructure reliability.
Mentions & discussions (10)
City Council - Sep 1, 2026
The council evaluated and ultimately approved the Tava-Highlands PID, balancing concerns over public infrastructure districts with developer commitments to fund $1.6 million in road improvements and provide transparent cost disclosures to first-time home buyers.
Planning Commission - Aug 25, 2026
The city is debating whether to stop requiring developers to bury existing power lines. Some commissioners worry this is short-sighted and ignores future safety and aesthetic needs.
Planning Commission - Jul 28, 2026
The city is reviewing a new water pump station to support the Marcella North housing development. This is a standard utility project to ensure the new homes have reliable water service.
Planning Commission - Jul 14, 2026
The city is updating its rules for cell towers, which could change how and where new towers are built in your neighborhood.
Heber City Council is one step closer to voting on public infrastructure districts - Park Record
The imposition of an additional property tax on residents of a new development in Heber City has moved one step closer to a vote. The City Council on Tuesday held a public hearing that was dominated by skepticism from elected officials, city staff and public commenters alike.
Heber City reconsiders stormwater plan in North Village after discovering planned dams may be 'high-hazard'
Heber City reconsiders stormwater plan in North Village after discovering planned dams may be 'high-hazard' parkrecord.com
City Council - Jun 16, 2026
Developers are seeking to form a PID for the 116-acre Highlands project to help fund $40 million in public infrastructure. While proponents argue it lowers upfront home prices and provides affordable housing, council members raised concerns about long-term property tax burdens on homeowners and state auditor warnings.
Neighbors oppose 65-foot-tall cell tower in Heber City
Neighbors oppose 65-foot-tall cell tower in Heber City Park Record
Parks, Open Space, Trails, and Trees - Feb 11, 2026
The city is looking for ways to fund a better shade structure for the exercise park at Vista Park, as the original $20,000 budget wasn't enough for a safe, wind-resistant design.
City Council - Jan 16, 2025
The city is working hard to update aging water and sewer systems to keep up with our growing population. This includes new meters and fixing old pipes to prevent future failures.
Related development
Tava-Highlands PID 1, 2 & 3
Facilitates financing for residential infrastructure while contributing $1.6 million toward College Way improvements and local park upgrades.
The Highlands (Tava) Development PID
The PID will issue up to $22.6 million in bonds funded by a 5-mill property tax levy, helping the developer provide affordable housing options while constructing necessary wet and dry utilities.
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