Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in West Jordan City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues in zoning
Planning Commission Appointment and Term Updates
The city council will review proposed changes to the municipal code regarding how planning commissioners are appointed and how their terms are structured.
Subdivision Regulations and Improvement Guarantees Review
The city is updating Title 14 to match new state laws on subdivision procedures, lot consolidations, boundary line adjustments, and building on unrecorded parcels.
Land Use Appeal Authority and Code Definitions
The city is updating its code to comply with state laws that stop city councils from acting as land use appeal authorities. These changes clarify who handles land use decisions and fee appeals.
J&R Property Maintenance Outside Storage CUP
A local landscaping company is seeking a conditional use permit to store equipment and materials in a drinking water source protection zone. Commissioners discussed safeguards to ensure vehicles stay on paved surfaces and prevent potential water contamination.
Outdoor Storage Operations
A local landscaping business requested a conditional use permit to store equipment, vehicles, and bulk materials outside at 5769 West Feulner Park Circle. Because the site sits inside a drinking water source protection overlay zone, the permit required Planning Commission approval, which was granted without extra conditions.
J&R Property Maintenance Conditional Use Permit
The commission is evaluating a landscaping business's request for outside storage and operations in an industrial zone that also serves as a drinking water protection area. Staff recommends approval since the use fits the light industrial designation and poses no identified risks to groundwater.
Lewiston Place Townhome Development
Oakwood Homes is proposing a 196-unit townhome community on a 9.8-acre parcel near 5600 West, requesting a high-density rezone and interchange overlay.
Highlands Landing North Housing and Commercial Rezone
Peterson Development received a positive recommendation for a rezone and land use map amendment to build 67 single-family homes and commercial pads, with agreements to buffer nearby farming operations.
Barber Estates Rezone and Roadway Infrastructure
An 8.3-acre rezone from rural residential to 12,000-square-foot lots sparked heavy neighborhood pushback regarding traffic, animal rights conflicts, and the requirement to construct 5490 West.
Dix Automotive Conditional Use Permit Request
Dix Automotive is setting up a used vehicle sales operation behind an existing disaster clean-up warehouse at 3412 West 8600 South. City officials ensured that cars are parked properly on paved areas instead of gravel to prevent maintenance issues and traffic blockages.