Lehi City Planning Commission Meeting - February 12, 2026

The Lehi City Planning Commission met on February 12, 2026, to consider several land-use applications and a code amendment. Public hearings were held for most items, and the commission voted to approve or recommend approval of all proposals. The meeting also included a training on the commission's bylaws.

Consent Calendar

• Approval of Minutes: The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the January 22, 2026 meeting.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Item 3.2 – Parker Zone Change: CLG Properties (Sean and Jennifer Lewis) submitted a written comment: no objections to the zone change, but raised concerns about sewer infrastructure on 300 North, noting that five of the six homes in the area are on septic and wells, and asking that sewer stubs be considered when future developments arise.
• Items 3.3/3.4 – Grow Developments Zone Change and Concept Plan:
  • Danny Gutierrez (neighbor and developer of adjacent subdivision): Not opposed to the zone change, but concerned about road connectivity; noted that Titan Drive was built with the expectation it would connect through to the north, and the proposed layout could create three closely spaced access points.
  • Bart Peacock (neighbor at 1533 W 1220 N): Concerned about an irrigation ditch along the north property line; maintenance (burning) would be impeded if structures are built close to the property line; also raised safety concerns about narrow 1220 North and requested that construction traffic use wider subdivision roads.
  • James Cortesy (owner of property being sold): Stated that irrigation water from the ditch floods his property and will need to be addressed.
• Item 3.8 – Heritage Meadows Preliminary Subdivision:
  • Joshua Lutz (neighbor): Expressed support for the development but requested a bridge/trail connection to the existing trail south of the site. He gathered 16 responses from neighbors: 14 favored the bridge even if it meant fewer lots, and the two opposed still wanted the bridge. He suggested the developer could increase density as an incentive.
  • Kara Traveler (online comment): Supported the development on condition that a bridge be provided.

Discussion Items

Item 3.1 – Flagship Home Transitional Holding Zone: Withdrawn by the applicant; may not be resubmitted.

Item 3.2 – Parker Zone Change (2.4 acres, 300 N Palomino Way): Staff presentation noted the zone change from A1 to R122 matches the general plan’s VLDRA designation. The applicant was absent. The public heard the written comment. Commissioner discussion focused on sewer capacity; staff confirmed the existing infrastructure is adequate and developers will extend service as needed. The commission voted unanimously to recommend approval to the city council, finding consistency with the general plan and that development concerns will be met by the developer per standard city regulations.

Items 3.3/3.4 – Grow Developments Zone Change and Concept Plan (5.25 acres, 1450 W 1220 N): These items were considered jointly. The zone change from A1 to R122 is consistent with the general plan. The concept plan shows eight lots each exceeding the 22,000 sq ft minimum. Public testimony raised concerns about road alignment (Titan Drive connection), irrigation ditch maintenance, and road width on 1220 North. Staff and the applicant discussed options: 1220 North will be widened to city standards, the developer may pipe the ditch if required, and access to headgates will be preserved. The concept plan requires further study at preliminary plat stage. The commission unanimously recommended approval of the zone change and approved the concept plan (as final authority) with a non-binding recommendation that the developer continue to engage with neighbors.

Item 3.5 – Lawrence Snow Zone Change (0.66 acres, 151 E 1450 N): The zone change from TH5 to R1 Flex is permitted by the general plan’s LDR designation. The applicant intends to demolish the existing home and build a new one. No public comments. The commission unanimously recommended approval to city council.

Item 3.6 – Belmont Flex Suites Concept Plan (1552 N Boston St): Kairos Land Development presented a non-residential flex office/warehouse development. An exception was requested from the 50-foot max setback due to a 10-foot utility easement (proposed setback is 59 feet). The applicant updated the site plan to include 34 parking stalls and requested that parking calculations be based on net (leaseable) square footage rather than gross, and that mezzanines not count toward parking. Staff supported the exception and parking approach. No public comments. The commission approved the concept plan with the setback exception and directed that parking be calculated using net square footage.

Item 3.7 – Daryl Hodgson Flag Lot (645 W 2100 N): A flag lot previously approved in 2019 has expired; the same plan was resubmitted. Both lots meet the RA1 requirements. No public comments. The commission unanimously approved.

Item 3.8 – Heritage Meadows Preliminary Subdivision (13 lots, 1250 W 800 N): The property was recently rezoned to R122. The applicant, Symphony Homes, seeks approval of a 13-lot subdivision. Public comments requested a bridge/trail connection to the south. The applicant stated they are studying the feasibility. The commission approved the preliminary subdivision, finding it complies with code, and included a recommendation that the developer strongly consider providing the bridge connection.

Item 3.9 – Lehi City Zone Change (0.91 acres, 498 N 900 E): The city applied to rezone from R1 Flex to R18 to correct a density non-compliance. The three lots in the approved subdivision exceed the R1 Flex density cap (3.3 vs. 3.25 units/acre) but meet lot size requirements. R18 removes the density cap and is consistent with adjacent zoning. No public comments. The commission unanimously recommended approval to city council.

Item 3.10 – Development Code Amendment (Automobile Accessories and Installation): The amendment adds a separate use category for less intensive auto businesses (e.g., tinting, decals, wraps) in non-residential zones, allowing them without the more restrictive regulations for auto repair. No public comments. The commission unanimously recommended approval to city council.

Bylaws Review and Adoption

Commission staff presented a training on the Planning Commission’s bylaws, covering membership, officers, meeting procedures, quorum (3 members), voting, recusals, and Robert’s Rules. Discussion included how to handle public comments and tie votes. After the training, the commission voted unanimously to accept the bylaws.

Key Outcomes

• Minutes of January 22, 2026 approved.
• Item 3.1 withdrawn.
• Item 3.2: Recommended to city council (unanimous).
• Items 3.3 & 3.4: Zone change recommended; concept plan approved (unanimous).
• Item 3.5: Recommended to city council (unanimous).
• Item 3.6: Approved with exception and parking method (unanimous).
• Item 3.7: Approved flag lot (unanimous).
• Item 3.8: Preliminary subdivision approved with recommendation on bridge (unanimous).
• Item 3.9: Recommended to city council (unanimous).
• Item 3.10: Recommended to city council (unanimous).
• Bylaws accepted (unanimous).

Note: The transcript consistently refers to the city as “Lehigh City,” but the correct municipal name is Lehi City. This summary uses the official name.