Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Moab City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in development with high priority
Proposed Phase 2 Development Agreement for 57 West Kane Creek Boulevard
Residents and officials were set to review a proposed development agreement between the city and Amasa Holding LLC for property located at 57 West Kane Creek Boulevard. The agreement outlines development terms for the site, impacting local growth and land use.
Subdivision and Building Code Streamlining
Moab is updating its municipal code to give developers more time to record subdivision plats, remove redundant public hearings for preliminary plats, align disaster rebuilding rules with state law, and enforce attendance for planning commissioners. These changes aim to streamline administrative processes and fix outdated rules.
Staybridge Hotel Site Plan Approval
The planning commission reviewed and approved a site plan for a 126-room hotel on South Main Street, marking one of the final vested overnight accommodations projects in the city.
Shumway Mixed-Use Commercial Development
A new three-story mixed-use building is coming to South Highway 191, bringing retail, dining, and medical office space to an underutilized lot. City staff hope this project will act as a catalyst for revitalizing the southern corridor.
Workforce Housing Annexation
Property at 486 River Sands Road is moving forward with annexation into the city, featuring a split zone that allows existing commercial use and up to 20 units of workforce housing restricted to active employment households.