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Notice Title

Notice of Public Comment Period for the Floodplain Ordinance 2026-06

Notice Tags

Floodplain, Ordinance 2026-6,

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Notice

Event Start Date & Time

May 1, 2026 08:00 AM

Event End Date & Time

May 31, 2026 05:00 PM

Description/Agenda

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that Vineyard City will hold a Public Comment Period for Floodplain Updates from May 1 - May 31, 2026. Comments can be emailed to: engineering@vineyardutah.gov, or mailed to Vineyard City, Attn: MS4 Coordinator, 125 South Main Street, Vineyard, UT 84059, or submitted through our website at https://www.vineyardutah.gov Public Notice for Floodplain Ordinance Updates Draft: PUBLIC NOTICE Vineyard City - Floodplain Regulation Update (NFIP Compliance) Notice Date: May 1, 2026 Public Comment Period: May 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026 ________________________________________ Purpose of Notice Vineyard City is proposing updates to its floodplain management regulations to maintain compliance with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) following updated flood hazard determinations issued by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). ________________________________________ Background On December 23, 2025, FEMA issued a Letter of Final Determination (LFD) for updated flood hazard mapping affecting Vineyard City. These updates include revised: Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) Flood Insurance Study (FIS) data The updated maps will become effective on June 23, 2026. Federal regulations require the City to adopt updated floodplain management regulations within six (6) months of the LFD date to remain in compliance with the NFIP. Failure to adopt compliant regulations may result in: Suspension from the NFIP Loss of access to federally backed flood insurance * Ineligibility for certain federal funding and disaster assistance ________________________________________ Proposed Ordinance Updates The proposed updates include: Adoption of updated FEMA FIRM and FIS data Inclusion of V Zones and wave action hazards Updated development standards within Special Flood Hazard Areas (SFHA) Clarification of permitting, elevation, and construction requirements Administrative procedures for floodplain management These updates are based on: FEMA NFIP requirements (44 CFR 60.3) Utah Division of Emergency Management (DEM) Model Ordinance Updated Utah Lake flood hazard analysis and mapping Recent studies indicate that while Vineyard City has historically experienced lower overall flood risk, risk is increasing due to changing conditions, including: Elevated lake levels during high runoff years Wind-driven wave action along Utah Lake (including new V Zone designations) Backwater effects impacting stormwater infrastructure ________________________________________ Public Meetings The proposed ordinance will be presented for public review and comment at the following meetings: Planning Commission: May 6, 2026 Members of the public are encouraged to attend and may provide comments in person during the public comment portion of the meeting. ________________________________________ Public Comment The public is invited to review the proposed ordinance and provide comments during the 30-day public notice period. Comment Period: May 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026 Comments may be submitted to: Email: engineering@vineyardutah.gov Mail: Vineyard City Attn: MS4 Coordinator 125 S Main Street Vineyard, UT 84059 ________________________________________ Document Availability The following documents are available for public review: Draft Vineyard City Floodplain Ordinance FEMA Letter of Final Determination These documents are available on the City's official (Public Notice) website or upon request during normal business hours. ________________________________________ Additional Information This notice is provided in accordance with applicable state and local public noticing requirements. These updates are necessary to: Maintain compliance with federal NFIP requirements Protect public health and safety Reduce long-term flood risk and community liability

Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations during this meeting should notify the City Recorder at least 24 hours prior to the meeting by calling (801) 226-1929.

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Meeting Information

Meeting Location

125 South Main
Vineyard, UT 84059
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Contact Name

Robin Bond

Contact Email

robinr@vineyardutah.gov

Notice Posting Details

Notice Posted On

April 30, 2026 10:53 AM

Notice Last Edited On

April 30, 2026 10:53 AM

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