Riverton City Planning Commission Meeting – August 27, 2026

The Riverton City Planning Commission met on August 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM at Riverton City Hall (12830 S. Redwood Road). The meeting included public hearings on three agenda items: a conditional use permit for a private lane (Quinn Private Lane), a conditional use permit and commercial site plan for an auto dealership (OBO Auto Sales), and a preliminary residential subdivision (South View Estates). The Commission also approved the minutes from the August 13, 2026 meeting and adjourned at approximately 8:30 PM.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Quinn Private Lane: One member of the public expressed confusion about the proposed lane width (20 ft) when three lots were mentioned, but the Commission clarified only two lots would access the lane.
• OBO Auto Sales: Jerald Broderick, owner of the adjacent four-plex, raised concerns about low-hanging power lines, relocation of water meters and mailboxes, damage to landscaping from fence installation, aggressive Chinese elm trees damaging the existing vinyl fence, and dangerous eastbound left-turn traffic into the driveways. He requested that the median be extended.
• South View Estates: Multiple neighbors testified:
  • Stephen Richins (owner of property to the west) stated he does not oppose the subdivision but has experienced flooding, uncapped manholes, and theft. He emphasized the need for a 24-foot easement and proper fencing to protect his property. He also noted irrigation tailwater issues.
  • Christy Butterfield (south neighbor) requested that fences be replaced correctly, that the address on the sign be corrected, that boundary agreements be documented in writing, and that drainage problems that have caused repeated flooding at her home be resolved.
  • Chad Goeckeritz (north neighbor) asked whether the easement could be moved to avoid creating a future weed-filled no-man’s land, noting he has never seen the easement used in five years.

Discussion Items

• Quinn Private Lane (PLZ-26-2038): City Planner Tim Prestwich presented the staff report. The property was rezoned from R-3 to split R-3/R-4 by City Council. The applicant proposes a private lane serving up to two new lots (total three with existing house). Two design options were presented: a curved lane hugging the west property line, and a straight offset option. Both options were 20 feet wide, meeting code for one or two lots. The applicant (Dallis Quinn) preferred the curved option. Commissioners discussed fire access, parking, and whether the lane would need a turnaround. The Commission noted that the existing house has separate access, so the lane serves only two lots. The motion included conditions requiring compliance with city and fire codes, a 20-foot paved width, and maintenance by homeowners.
• OBO Auto Sales (PLZ-26-8012 and PLZ-26-2018): Staff reported that the City Council previously approved a zone text change allowing auto dealerships in the C-G zone with restrictions. The proposed site at 2630/2610 West 12600 South meets all criteria (at least one acre, frontage on 12600 South, permanent office/sales building). The building includes five bay doors for service work on vehicles for sale, but no outside repair. Commissioners expressed concerns about noise from mechanical work and the proximity to Riverton High School. The applicant (Marco Hermosillo) stated that no body work would be done, only detailing and light mechanical (oil changes, brakes), and that bay doors would remain closed during work. The applicant also noted that all test drives include a salesperson. A condition was added requiring bay doors to be closed when service work is being performed.
• South View Estates (PLZ-26-1003): Staff explained that the subdivision was originally approved in 2007 but never recorded. The current applicant proposes five lots on 3.55 acres in the RR-22 zone, using an existing partially built public street. Discussions revealed discrepancies in the easement width (recorded as 15 ft but actual testimony indicates 24 ft) and unresolved issues regarding fencing, irrigation tailwater, and drainage. City Engineer Matt Cassel confirmed that storm drains meet current standards but that the road has never been dedicated to the city. After significant public testimony, the Commission determined there were too many unknowns (easement width, fence location, drainage obligations) to make a decision and voted to continue the item to a future meeting.

Key Outcomes

• Quinn Private Lane: Approved unanimously (motion by Commissioner Cluff, second by Commissioner Marzo) with 10 conditions, including that the private lane be at least 20 feet wide, paved, and maintained by homeowners; that the lane serve up to two lots; and that no building permits be issued until the lane is paved.
• OBO Auto Sales: Approved unanimously (motion by Commissioner Matheson, second by Commissioner Beck) with 13 conditions, including that garage bay doors be closed during service work, that all site improvements conform to approved plans and city standards, and that lighting, landscaping, and stormwater management meet code.
• South View Estates: Continued to a future Planning Commission meeting (motion by Commissioner Cluff, second by Commissioner Beck) to allow parties to resolve easement width, fencing, drainage, and tailwater issues, and for staff to provide updated documentation.
• Minutes: The minutes from the August 13, 2026 Planning Commission meeting were approved unanimously.