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Municipality

Entity

Cedar Fort

Public Body

Planning & Zoning

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Notice Title

Planning Commission 3.5.2026 Public Hearing Approved Meeting Minutes

Notice Type(s)

Meeting, Hearing

Event Start Date & Time

March 5, 2026 06:00 PM

Description/Agenda

Town of Cedar Fort Planning Commission Public Hearing Meeting Minutes March 5, 2026 | 6:00 PM Town Hall, 50 East Center Street, Cedar Fort CALL TO ORDER The public hearing was called to order on March 5, 2026, at 6:05 p.m. 1. Roll Call Present: Kent Withers Cayden Draper Bart D Berry Derek Beck Lynnette Groff A quorum was present, see attached sign in sheet. 2. Prayer/Thought A prayer was offered by Mervyn Arnold. 3. Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Cayden Draper. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Proposed Zoning Map Amendment Golden Cedar Estates Lot 102 (Parcel No. 40:644:0115) The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing to consider a proposed zoning map amendment submitted by Mervyn Arnold to rezone approximately 4.0 acres located at 1186 E Trailblazer Cove from Residential/Agricultural to Commercial. Presentation A map of the proposed rezone was presented, showing: SR-73 as the main roadway Two existing commercially zoned lots nearby The subject property positioned adjacent to those commercial lots The proposal would extend the commercial zoning across three contiguous lots rather than limiting it to the existing two. Applicant Comments - Mervyn Arnold Mervyn Arnold spoke in favor of the rezone and shared plans for the property, including: Development of small warehouse-style units Units anticipated to range from approximately 2,000 to 4,000 square feet Intended uses include: Small business operations Storage for personal recreational equipment ('toys') Inclusion of small office space in each unit Mr. Arnold expressed optimism about demand and interest in the proposed use. Public Comment A member of the public expressed concerns regarding traffic and safety, specifically: Difficulty turning onto nearby roads due to heavy traffic on SR-73 Existing congestion and safety risks, particularly with trucks and high-speed traffic Concern that additional commercial development would: Increase traffic volume Worsen already dangerous conditions Mention of needing to sometimes bypass their own road due to unsafe turning conditions Discussion - Planning Commission & Applicant Discussion between the Planning Commission, applicant, and public included: Clarification that access to the proposed development would utilize an existing road connection, not create a new direct access point onto SR-73 Confirmation that: Previous access and development plans had been approved by UDOT Acknowledgment that: Future development in the area will likely increase traffic overall Concerns regarding: Current traffic congestion Speed of vehicles (including reports of speeds exceeding posted limits) Discussion of: Challenges in lowering speed limits due to UDOT requirements Requirements for traffic data or accident history before changes are approved Mention of: Potential future road widening projects Long timelines associated with state transportation changes Commission members acknowledged the concerns raised and discussed potential long-term impacts and limitations. ADJOURNMENT Lynnette Groff made the following motion: 'I'll make a motion to close the public hearing.' Cayden Draper seconded the motion. Vote: Kent Withers - Yes Cayden Draper - Yes Bart D Berry - Yes Lynnette Groff - Yes Derek Beck - Yes The public hearing adjourned at 6:18 p.m.

Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)

THE PUBLIC IS WELCOME TO ATTEND IN ALL TOWN MEETINGS. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations during this meeting should notify Town Clerk, Tel. 801-768-2147, 24 hours prior to meeting.

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Meeting Information

Meeting Location

Town Hall, 50 East Center Street
Cedar Fort, UT 84013
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Contact Name

Kandice Johnson

Contact Email

clerk@cedarfort.gov

Notice Posting Details

Notice Posted On

April 20, 2026 03:35 PM

Notice Last Edited On

April 20, 2026 03:35 PM

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