Midvale is officially moving forward with the View 78 apartment complex, signaling a shift toward more high-density housing in our neighborhoods. This project is a major step in the city's plan to increase local housing capacity.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 8 mentions in the last 30 days, 2 the 60 before.
The change in zoning could affect property values and tax revenue for the area.
The applicant and potential industrial tenants.
Nearby commercial businesses that may prefer a different zoning designation.
A local business owner wants to increase the number of changeable signs allowed in commercial zones. This could change the visual landscape of our business districts.
The city is looking to update its plan to get more people living above shops on Main Street. This could change the feel of downtown by adding more residents to the area.
The city is looking at how to properly regulate small, home-based schools to ensure they fit into residential neighborhoods while supporting educational options.
The city is creating new rules for home-based schools. This will clarify how these businesses can operate in residential neighborhoods.
The city is considering whether to relax rules on digital signs. This affects how our business areas look and how much light and distraction they might create.
The city is considering if businesses should be allowed to have more digital or changeable signs.
The city is looking at adding more medium/high density housing near transit areas, which helps address housing needs but changes the feel of the neighborhood.
The city is considering rezoning a commercial property to industrial, which could change the type of businesses allowed in that area.
The city is considering changing land use to 'Clean Industrial.' This affects what kind of businesses can move into our area and how those properties are regulated.
Midvale City Council approves high-density View 78 Apartments Midvale Journal