Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hurricane City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in development with high priority
Kachina Ridge Mixed-Use Development Infrastructure and Traffic Impacts
The 56-lot mixed-use development at 720 East Highway 59 requires massive infrastructure investments, including a UDOT-approved highway interchange, water, sewer, and power systems. Commissioners and staff stressed that these improvements must be constructed concurrently with the project to prevent straining local roadways and city utilities.
Industrial Expansion
An applicant is asking the city to rezone light industrial property to heavy industrial so they can build a modern concrete batch plant. Neighbors and council members are weighing the economic benefits and modern dust-control tech against potential negative impacts.
Sky Mountain PDO Density and Infrastructure
Residents and commissioners raised concerns over a proposed density increase for the Sky Mountain development, pointing to traffic congestion, road construction delays on 2800 West, sewer capacity, stormwater runoff, and weed management.
Strawberry Field Estates Subdivision
A developer is proposing a large 108-lot single-family subdivision spanning phases 3 through 6 near Bash Parkway and Gateway Boulevard.
Desert's Edge at Sky Mountain Subdivision Engineering Challenges
Perry Homes is asking to update the master plan and increase the number of allowable units in the gap between existing Sky Mountain neighborhoods. This changes the overall density from what was originally approved back in 2003.