Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Spanish Fork City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
16 issues in zoning
Zone Changes and Title 15 Amendments
The commission reviewed proposed zone changes and updates to Title 15 to guide future growth and development standards in Spanish Fork.
Builders FirstSource Industrial Rezone
A request to change 16.8 acres at 1617 North 300 West from Rural Residential to Light Industrial.
General Plan Growth Management
The city is updating its long-range Land Use Element and Growth Management Boundary, balancing future economic development, infrastructure planning, and the preservation of agricultural protections.
Historic Preservation Reconnaissance Survey
The city reviewed a survey of over 600 properties in the historic core to establish a baseline for future preservation efforts without imposing new property restrictions.
Villas at Annie's Acres Expansion & Zone Change
Leisure Villas is adding two acres and eight units to its senior community development, which also completes vital road connections to Bradford Lane and River Bottoms Road.
South Valley Village Annexation Review
The city is reviewing a modified 18.76-acre annexation petition near 700 East 2200 North to keep the application active before its statutory expiration date.
Canyon Creek Development Zone Change
A proposal to rezone a 35-acre site at 2100 North Canyon Creek Parkway from industrial to high-density residential (R-4), which could significantly impact local housing options and land use patterns.
Floodplain Ordinance Updates
Spanish Fork is updating its flood plain ordinance to align with newly released FEMA flood insurance maps and study data, ensuring residents and builders follow the latest federal guidelines.
Hollow Acres Commercial Concept
A developer wants to rezone the southern half of a property near Spanish Fork Parkway for residential use while keeping the northern half commercial, featuring small retail and drive-thrus.
Flood Plain Ordinance Updates
The city is updating its flood plain rules to match new federal FEMA maps released in June 2026. This ensures local development rules stay current with federal flood data.
Arrowhead Commercial Rezone
A developer wants to expand a commercial corner at Arrowhead Trail and Del Monte Road by absorbing two residential lots, prompting neighbor concerns about fencing and irrigation ditches.
Thomas Multi-Family Concept
Developers proposed a hybrid commercial and residential project near the Benjamin exit, citing soil limitations and highway proximity as challenges for traditional commercial development. The committee debated the appropriate timing, density, and land use for this remote corner of the city.
Church Steeple Height Regulations
City staff proposed code changes to allow church steeples and towers up to 190 feet tall under strict size and fire safety rules. Officials discussed balancing federal religious land use laws with local fire-fighting capabilities.
U-Haul Self-Storage Zoning Compatibility
The proposed U-Haul facility faces challenges because the current zoning and self-storage overlay rules may not support this specific type of multi-use project. City staff suggested that the site's location near the new freeway interchange makes it better suited for high-traffic commercial uses rather than storage.
U-Haul Self-Storage and Commercial Concept Review
A developer is proposing a multi-use U-Haul storage facility on a 9-acre industrial parcel, prompting discussions about overlay zoning rules and the lack of a southbound I-15 on-ramp at the interchange.
Let Them Grow Montessori School Expansion & Traffic
Neighbors voiced strong concerns about increased traffic, student capacity, and parking congestion associated with the Montessori school relocating to 75 West 300 North. Supporters and staff highlighted the educational benefits and the applicant's willingness to implement staggered drop-off times.