Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Provo City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues in development with critical priority
Franklin Neighborhood Residential Infill and Condominium Development
A proposed zone change to allow a 19-unit condo project at 985 West 300 South was discussed, impacting local housing density and neighborhood character in the Franklin Neighborhood.
Wymount Terrace Parking and Redevelopment
The proposed 157-unit student apartment building requests a reduced parking ratio of 0.5 stalls per bed, sparking intense debate among commissioners and residents about whether this will worsen street parking congestion in surrounding neighborhoods.
Hillside Development and Geologic Hazards
Residents are worried about building on steep slopes due to past landslides and wildfire risks. The developer has provided extensive geotechnical reports to prove the safety of the proposed construction.
Conservation Easements
The city is moving forward with a conservation easement on 150 acres of city-owned land around Slate Canyon to protect it from private development in perpetuity while allowing future park and public works uses.
North Timpview Entertainment Development
A massive 100-acre project is proposed for the North Timpview area. It could bring new entertainment and hospitality options, but neighbors will likely have questions about traffic and the change from open space to commercial use.
Transit-Oriented Development
Provo's jumping on the transit-oriented development trend with a massive new project near public transport. The goal is to create more walkable areas and cut down on how much we rely on cars.
Data Center Development in East Bay
Staff proposed updates to the data center overlay code that would ban on-site power generation (effectively capping facilities at 50 megawatts), mandate closed-loop water cooling, and remove third-party environmental review requirements.
Workforce Housing Development
Remember that rundown Park Plaza apartment building? It's been bought by a developer, and they're planning to fix it up! This could mean more housing options for Provo residents soon.
Mall Redevelopment and ITOD Zoning
Developers Brixton and Peg are proposing major residential and commercial redevelopment at the Provo Towne Centre Mall, which recently received mixed recommendations from the Planning Commission.
Lakewood Neighborhood Commercial Growth
A new mixed-use development is proposed for the Lakewood area, which would bring a hotel and retail shops to a currently agricultural site.