Lehi City Planning Commission Meeting - July 9, 2026

The Lehi City Planning Commission met on July 9, 2026, to consider a range of agenda items including conditional use approvals, public hearings, and recommendations to the City Council. The meeting covered signage, fencing, subdivisions, child care facilities, development agreements, and code amendments. Key actions included approval of several items, tabling of one, and positive recommendations to the City Council.

Consent Calendar

• Approved minutes from the June 4, 2026 and June 11, 2026 meetings (motion and second, unanimous).

Public Comments & Testimony

• Item 3.4 (Vivian Estates 5B): Greg Smith (adjacent property owner) requested that sewer infrastructure be made accessible for his property. Sarah Christensen asked about the location of park space and road connections, and noted existing runoff issues.
• Item 3.6 (Fox Trail Subdivision): Neil Farrell (HOA President, College Farms) presented a petition with over 70 signatures (50–60 households) in support of the nine-lot proposal, citing community benefits. Candace Jones (adjacent owner) initially opposed but now supports due to neighborhood improvements. Janessa Baker (HOA board member) supported, noting developer-homeowner cooperation. Katie Beckham opposed, arguing the proposal violates zoning and feels like "pay-to-play." Online comments: 6 positive, 8 negative.
• Item 3.7 (Gardner Plum Development Agreement Amendment): Kyle Sheffield (Willow Point resident) opposed due to increased traffic and parking overflow. Dennis Beatty (HOA President, Willow Point) opposed, citing severe parking shortages and inadequate notice. One speaker supported the amendment to preserve the northern parcel's historical character. Online comments: 1 support, 6 opposed.

Discussion Items

• Item 3.1 – Pylon Signs for Collective Commercial Development: Applicant Justin from Trademark Visual presented revised plans for two pylon signs at 3700 North Morning Vista Road. The west sign (45 ft, 457 sq ft) and east sign (height reduced from 70 ft to 40 ft, 397 sq ft) were discussed. Concerns about light pollution, orientation, and driver distraction were addressed. The applicant agreed to a lighting restriction from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. on the east sign. The motion approved both signs with the condition that the east sign height does not exceed 40 ft and includes the lighting restriction.
• Item 3.2 – Fence Exception at 1337 S 1880 W: Applicant Andrew Ward requested an eight-foot fence (exceeding the six-foot limit) for safety and noise reduction due to traffic. The commission noted the fence would be 35 ft from the curb and approved the exception.
• Item 3.3 – Vivian Estates Phase 5A Preliminary Subdivision: Two single-family lots (30,500 and 35,000 sq ft) in the RA1 zone. No applicant present, no public comment. Approved unanimously.
• Item 3.4 – Vivian Estates Phase 5B Preliminary Subdivision: Ten lots submitted by JDH Developments. Concerns raised by staff and public about steep slopes (>30%), stormwater detention, gas easement, and sewer access. The commission tabled the item to August 13, 2026, to allow the applicant to address these issues.
• Item 3.5 – Lehigh Child Care Facility Site Plan: Kevin and Sarah Gordon requested exceptions for a 10,500 sq ft building footprint (code allows 5,000 sq ft) and waiver of buffering standards on the north and east property lines. The applicant explained the larger footprint includes an indoor play area. Discussion focused on future-proofing the buffer. The commission approved both exceptions, finding no negative externalities as the applicant owns both parcels.
• Item 3.6 – Fox Trail Subdivision Concept Plan (9 Lots): Symphony Homes requested a development agreement for an additional lot (total 9) to better match surrounding lot sizes and provide community benefits, including a sidewalk connection to the Jordan River Trail and park strip maintenance transfer. Public support was noted. The commission voted to recommend approval to the City Council, citing community support and public benefits.
• Item 3.7 – Gardner Plum Development Agreement Amendment: Request to transfer 124 equivalent residential units (ERUs) from the northern to the southern portion of the development agreement, specifically to the parcel west of Willow Point townhomes. Total ERUs remain 1,933. The applicant cited preservation of the northern parcel. Parking and traffic concerns were raised by residents. The commission recommended approval to the City Council, noting alignment with the General Plan.
• Item 3.8 – Comprehensive Development Code Amendment – Chapter 23 (Signs): Staff presented updates to simplify sign code, remove redundancies, and adjust definitions. The commission recommended approval to the City Council.
• Item 3.9 – Amendment to Design Standards – Temporary Construction Site Safety: New section 3.08 requiring fencing and warning signs for commercial and residential projects over 10 units. Recommended approval to the City Council.
• Item 3.10 – Development Code Amendment – Chapter 11 (Application Requirements): Introduced infrastructure site plan process to simplify applications for water lines, fiber, etc. Recommended approval to the City Council.
• Item 3.11 – Stormwater Management Plan 2026 Update: Technical document required by the state. Recommended approval to the City Council.
• Item 3.12 – Amendment to Chapter 38 (Mixed-Use Zone): Updated requirements to ensure commercial use on at least 50% of gross floor area, with a provision allowing up to 30% of required non-residential space to be used for residential if market conditions warrant, subject to an economic analysis. The commission recommended approval with a request to clarify language in section G.

Key Outcomes

• Item 3.1: Approved (motion and second, unanimous) with conditions: west sign at 45 ft, east sign up to 40 ft, lighting restriction 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. on east side.
• Item 3.2: Approved (motion and second, unanimous) with DRC conditions.
• Item 3.3: Approved (motion and second, unanimous) with DRC conditions.
• Item 3.4: Tabled to August 13, 2026 (motion and second, unanimous) to address sewer, road, retention, and slope concerns.
• Item 3.5: Approved (motion and second, 5-1 vote) with exceptions for building footprint and buffering, including DRC conditions.
• Item 3.6: Positive recommendation to City Council (motion and second, unanimous) with DRC conditions, noting community support and public benefits.
• Item 3.7: Positive recommendation to City Council (motion and second, unanimous) with DRC conditions, citing alignment with General Plan.
• Item 3.8: Positive recommendation to City Council (motion and second, unanimous) with DRC conditions.
• Item 3.9: Positive recommendation to City Council (motion and second, unanimous) with DRC conditions.
• Item 3.10: Positive recommendation to City Council (motion and second, unanimous).
• Item 3.11: Positive recommendation to City Council (motion and second, unanimous) with DRC conditions.
• Item 3.12: Positive recommendation to City Council (motion and second, unanimous) with DRC conditions, including a request to clarify language in section G regarding market analysis for non-residential space exceptions.