Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in West Jordan City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
11 issues with high priority
Business Licensing Simplification
The council is considering lifting special business licensing requirements for secondhand stores, numismatic dealers, and employment agencies to streamline regulations.
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.
Dog License Revocation and Public Safety
Law enforcement may gain stronger tools to address dangerous dog situations and encourage responsible pet ownership through proposed updates to dog license revocation rules.
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.
Subdivision Regulations and Improvement Guarantees Training
Planning commissioners received training on how subdivision rules, block lengths, fire hydrant spacing, and surety bonds protect public health, safety, and infrastructure.
Oneleven Phase 2 Master Development Plan and Rezone
The developer is proposing to add 28 acres to the Oneleven Master Development Plan, bringing 158 new dwelling units and open space to the area east of U-111.
Harper Master Planned Community
The council debated high-density townhome proposals at Lewiston Place, Oneleven, and Harper, raising critical concerns about street parking capacity, rear-loaded alley designs, and neighborhood integration.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 2026 Allocations
The council reviewed and approved the allocation of $481,738 in federal CDBG funds to support local affordable housing, public services, and economic development programs.
Sugar Factory on the Creek Townhomes Development
A developer is building 23 townhomes on 1.78 vacant and infill acres near Sugar Factory Road, incorporating Bingham Creek as an amenity and dedicating land for a TRAX trail connection.
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.