Ivins, UT

Sensitive Lands Committee

City Council

Arts Commission

City Council

The Ivins City Council meets Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 5:30 P.M. at 85 N. Main St. to continue a public hearing and consider Ordinance No. 2026-24, a land use and zoning amendment for the roughly 63.94-acre Mojave Village project near Guy Lane and Fitness Way. The council will also take up a conditional use permit and development agreement for that project, plus items on Sage Villas deed restrictions, a Sensitive Lands Committee appointment, the fire station remodel, and the Land Use Plan Map update. The agenda also includes routine reports, a Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation, and approval of September 17, 2026 minutes.

• Continued public hearing and Ordinance No. 2026-24 on rezoning about 63.94 acres for Mojave Village at Guy Lane and Fitness Way, from LDR to MDR/HDR and from RC/RE-25 with PD Overlay to RE-12.5, R-1-3, and RC; owner ANA Enterprises, LLC, applicant Lance Anderson
• Conditional Use Permit/Development Agreement for Mojave Village at Guy Lane and Fitness Way
• Discussion of deed restriction policy at Sage Villas
• Resolution No. 2026-08R appointing a member to the Sensitive Lands Committee
• Continued discussion of the fire station remodel and expansion, and of updating the Land Use Plan Map

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission meets September 29, 2026 at 5:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers to hold public hearings and consider recommendations on several zoning text amendments. Topics include a proposed use not listed in the Table of Uses in Title 16, Chapter 33, rules for removing or recusing Planning Commission members, the definition of "Model Home," references to the Utah Municipal Land Use Development and Management Act, and Title 14 "buildings and construction." The Commission will also discuss home-based business licensing, Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations, the Ivins City Land Use Map, and minutes from its September 15, 2026 meeting. The agenda does not state the specific proposed use or the content of the draft ordinances.

• Public hearing and recommendation on a zoning text amendment for a proposed use not included in the Table of Uses (Title 16, Chapter 33)
• Public hearing and recommendation on amending Planning Commission regulations to describe removal causes and recusal requirements
• Public hearing and recommendation on amending the definition of "Model Home" to regulate model homes the same as a residential use
• Public hearing and recommendation on updating Ivins City Code references to the Utah Municipal Land Use Development and Management Act
• Public hearing and recommendation on amending Title 14 of the Ivins City Code, "buildings and construction"

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission meets Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 5:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers. The commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on several zoning text amendments, including a proposed use not listed in the Table of Uses, rules for removing or recusing commission members, the definition of "Model Home," and updates to references to the Utah Municipal Land Use Development and Management Act. It will also hear a public hearing on amending Title 14 (buildings and construction), and discuss home-based business licensing, Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations, and the Ivins City Land Use Map. No reports or presentations are scheduled.

• Public hearing and recommendation on a zoning text amendment for a proposed use not included in the Table of Uses in Title 16, Chapter 33
• Public hearing and recommendation on amending Planning Commission regulations to describe causes for member removal and recusal requirements
• Public hearing and recommendation on amending the definition of "Model Home" to regulate model homes the same as a residential use
• Public hearing and recommendation on updating Ivins City Code references to the Utah Municipal Land Use Development and Management Act
• Public hearing and recommendation on amending Title 14, "buildings and construction"; also discussion of home-based businesses, ADU regulations, and the Land Use Map

City Council

The Ivins City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a concurrent land use/zone amendment for the Mojave Village project, which would change zoning on about 63.94 acres near Guy Lane and Fitness Way. The council will also discuss a conditional use permit/development agreement for the project, a construction contract for median curbing along Old Highway 91, the City Manager contract renewal, and continued discussions on the fire station remodel and Land Use Plan Map update.

• Public hearing on Mojave Village zone change: LDR to MDR/HDR, RC, and RE-25 PD to RE-12.5, R-1-3, RC (63.94 acres)
• Consider Ordinance No. 2026-24 approving the Mojave Village land use/zone amendment
• Discuss Conditional Use Permit/Development Agreement for Mojave Village
• Discuss construction contract for median curbing along Old Highway 91
• Discuss City Manager contract renewal

City Council

The Ivins City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving a concurrent land use/zone amendment and a conditional use permit/development agreement for the Mojave Village project near Guy Lane and Fitness Way. The council will also discuss a construction contract for median curbing on Old Highway 91, the City Manager contract, and continued discussions on the fire station remodel and Land Use Plan Map update.

• Public hearing and ordinance (2026-24) for zone change on ~63.94 acres: LDR to MDR/HDR, RC, RE-25 PD to RE-12.5, R-1-3, RC for Mojave Village
• Conditional Use Permit/Development Agreement for Mojave Village
• Construction contract for median curbing along Old Highway 91
• City Manager Contract renewal
• Continued discussion on fire station remodel and expansion

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending a concurrent land use and zone map amendment for the approximately 63.94-acre Mojave Village project near Guy Lane and Fitness Way. The proposal would change zoning from low-density residential and resort commercial to medium- and high-density residential, smaller residential estates, and resort commercial with a planned development overlay. The commission will also discuss a Class V conditional use permit and a development agreement for the same project, along with several ordinance updates and the city land use map.

• Concurrent land use/zone map amendment for Mojave Village (63.94 acres) from LDR to MDR/HDR, RC, RE-25 to RE-12.5, R-1-3, and RC with PD overlay
• Public hearing and recommendation on Class V Conditional Use Permit for Mojave Village
• Discussion of Draft Development Agreement for Mojave Village
• Discussion of ordinances: New Use Process (2026-20), Planning Commission Regulations (2026-21), Model Home (2026-19), LUDMA references (2025-15)
• Discussion of Ivins City Land Use Map update and business survey

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on a concurrent land use/zone map amendment and a Class V Conditional Use Permit for the Mojave Village project near Guy Lane and Fitness Way. The proposal would rezone approximately 63.94 acres from low-density residential and resort commercial to medium- and high-density residential and smaller residential estate lots. The commission will also discuss several ordinances, including new use process, planning commission regulations, model home, and LUDMA reference updates, as well as the city land use map and meeting minutes.

• Rezone 63.94 acres for Mojave Village from LDR to MDR/HDR and RC/RE-25 to RE-12.5/R-1-3/RC
• Public hearing on Class V Conditional Use Permit for Mojave Village
• Discuss Development Agreement for Mojave Village
• Discuss Ordinance 2026-20 (New Use Process), 2026-21 (Planning Commission Regulations), 2026-19 (Model Home), 2025-15 (LUDMA references)
• Discuss Ivins City Land Use Map

City Council - Amended*

The Ivins City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 2026-18, which would adopt updated Construction Specifications for design and construction. The council will also discuss a proposal for Mojave Estates Park by a homeschool group, a new community garden location, the fire station remodel, and progress on the Land Use Plan Map. The agenda includes routine reports, citizen comment, and a consent agenda.

• Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance No. 2026-18 adopting Construction Specifications
• Presentation and discussion of Mojave Estates Park proposal by Up and Atom homeschool group
• Discussion of new community garden location behind Main Street Mojave Estates Park
• Continued discussion of fire station remodel and expansion
• Discussion of Land Use Plan Map update progress

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding changes to the Ivins City Standard Specifications for Design and Construction. The meeting also includes discussions on a Mojave Estates Park proposal and a potential new location for a community garden.

• Public hearing on changes to Ivins City Standard Specifications for Design and Construction
• Consideration of Ordinance No. 2026-18 to adopt construction specifications
• Presentation of Mojave Estates Park proposal by Up and Atom home school group
• Discussion of a new community garden location behind the Main Street Mojave Estates Park
• Discussion regarding fire station remodel and expansion

The Ivins City Council approved Ordinance No. 2026-18, adopting updated construction specifications that include revised roadway standards and trench backfill and repair details. A public hearing on the Planning Commission's recommendations drew no comments before the unanimous vote. The council also approved minutes from two August 20, 2026 meetings on its consent agenda. Other items were presentations or discussions only: a homeschool group's Mojave Estates Park concept, a possible community garden relocation, the fire station remodel, and the Land Use Plan Map update.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-18 adopting construction specifications (5-0)
• Closed public hearing on Standard Specifications for Design and Construction changes with no public comments
• Approved consent agenda: Aug. 20, 2026 City Council and joint Planning Commission work meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned at 7:04 p.m. (5-0)
• No closed meeting held

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission will meet to discuss potential amendments to the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance and review the city's Land Use Map. No public hearings or action items are scheduled, and the meeting includes routine items like approving previous minutes and receiving reports from staff and members.

• Discussion of amendments to the Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance
• Discussion of the Ivins City Land Use Map
• Consideration of approval of August 18, 2026 meeting minutes

Arts Commission Work Meeting

City Council Work Meeting on-site meeting audio August 20 2026 8 AM Guy Lane Fitness Way re attainable housing options

The Ivins City Council will hold a work meeting that includes an on-site visit to Guy Lane and Fitness Way to discuss attainable housing options. The council will review the proposed Mojave Village Development Agreement and related exhibits, then discuss the visit and housing options. This is a discussion-only work meeting; no formal decisions are scheduled.

• On-site visit to Guy Lane and Fitness Way regarding attainable housing
• Review of Mojave Village Development Agreement proposed by developer
• Review of Mojave Village exhibits: lot layout, land use, and zoning
• Discussion of attainable housing options following the site visit

City Council

The Ivins City Council will hold a regular meeting with reports, a proclamation, and several discussion items. Key actions include a supplemental development agreement for Sage Villas Phase 2 and a zone amendment from residential townhouse to multi-family on about .81 acres. The council will also continue discussions on attainable housing options, the Land Use Plan Map update, and the fire station remodel. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Supplemental Development Agreement for Sage Villas Phase 2
• Ordinance No. 2026-16: Zone Amendment from R-TH to R-M on .81 acres (Sage Villas Phase 2, Units 36-43)
• Discussion on attainable housing options at Guy Lane and Fitness Way (Mojave Village proposal)
• Continued discussion on Land Use Plan Map update
• Continued discussion on fire station remodel and expansion

The Ivins City Council approved a supplemental development agreement and a zone amendment from Residential Townhouse to Residential Multi-Family for Sage Villas Phase 2, units 36-43. The council also proclaimed September 17 through September 23, 2026, as Constitution Week and appointed former police chief Bob Flowers as the 2026 Heritage Days Parade Grand Marshal. Additionally, the council approved the August 6 joint work meeting and regular meeting minutes.

• Approved Constitution Week Proclamation (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-15R appointing Bob Flowers as 2026 Heritage Days Parade Grand Marshal (5-0)
• Approved Supplemental Development Agreement for Sage Villas Phase 2 with language amendments and stair requirements (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2026-16 for a Zone Amendment from R-TH to R-M for Sage Villas Phase 2, Units 36-43, contingent on the development agreement (5-0)
• Approved the Consent Agenda including August 6, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council and Planning Commission Joint Meeting

The Ivins City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint meeting starting with an on-site visit to Guy Lane and Fitness Way to discuss attainable housing options, followed by a discussion. The agenda includes a proposed Mojave Village development agreement with exhibits on lots, zoning, and land use. No formal votes are listed; the meeting is primarily a work session.

• On-site visit to Guy Lane and Fitness Way for attainable housing options
• Discussion of Mojave Village Development Agreement proposed by developer
• Review of Mojave Village Exhibit C (lot exhibit), Exhibit D (zone and land use)

The Ivins City Council and Planning Commission held a joint on-site visit to Guy Lane and Fitness Way on August 20, 2026, to review a conceptual development proposal with a mix of smaller residential lots, larger lots, and Resort Commercial townhomes. After returning to City Hall, they discussed attainable housing options, deed restrictions, short-term rentals, building costs, and how the proposed zoning relates to the City's Sensitive Lands Ordinance. No decision was made; the minutes state the proposal will continue to be evaluated with potential builders and proceed through the appropriate land use process. The only vote recorded was to adjourn, which carried unanimously.

• No approval, denial, or formal action on the housing concept; discussion only
• Adjourned (unanimous, 8 aye; Council Member Dillon Hurt and Commission Member Brandon Weight absent)

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending amendments to the city's Standard Specifications for Design and Construction (Ordinance 2026-18). They will also discuss the building height code and the city's land use map. The meeting is largely procedural, with no other major action items.

• Public hearing on amendments to Standard Specifications for Design and Construction (Ordinance 2026-18)
• Discussion of Building Height Code 16.11.126
• Discussion of Ivins City Land Use Map
• Consideration of August 4, 2026 meeting minutes

Arts Commission

City Council

The Ivins City Council will hold public hearings and consider amendments to the Retreat at Snow Canyon Development Agreement, changes to the Neighborhood Commercial Zone, and adoption of new construction specifications. The council will also discuss and potentially act on the consolidated fee schedule, a speed hump construction contract, and other items.

• Public hearing and consideration of amending the Retreat at Snow Canyon Development Agreement
• Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance No. 2026-17 amending the Neighborhood Commercial Table of Uses
• Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance No. 2026-18 adopting Construction Specifications
• Discussion and potential approval of updated Consolidated Fee Schedule clarifying building permit fees
• Discussion and potential approval of construction contract for permanent speed hump project

The Ivins City Council approved an amended Development Agreement for the Retreat at Snow Canyon, allowing varied front-yard setbacks but removing a requested building height increase from 25 to 30 feet. The council also approved updates to the Neighborhood Commercial Zone table of uses, a consolidated fee schedule, business license inspection requirements, and resort commercial zone regulations. A proposed construction specifications ordinance was tabled pending Planning Commission review.

• Approved Retreat at Snow Canyon Development Agreement amendment with setback changes, height increase removed (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-17 amending Neighborhood Commercial Table of Uses, retaining dwelling units and banning drive-thru restaurants (5-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 2026-18 adopting Construction Specifications until Planning Commission review (5-0)
• Approved updated Consolidated Fee Schedule clarifying building permit fees (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-05 requiring business license inspections, with home occupation exemptions (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-11 amending Resort Commercial Zone regulations, removing maximum building size (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including July 16 and July 28 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council and Planning Commission Joint Work Meeting

The Ivins City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint work meeting to discuss attainable housing options. The discussion will reference a 2023 letter, a 2026 concept document, a 2026 lot exhibit, and a response to an Anderson proposal related to State Institutional Trust Lands Administration (SITLA) lands in Ivins.

• Discussion on attainable housing options referencing multiple documents (2023 letter, 2026 concept, 2026 lot exhibit, SITLA response)

The Ivins City Council and Planning Commission held a joint work meeting to discuss a conceptual attainable housing proposal by Lance Anderson near Highway 91 and Guy Lane/400 West. No formal decisions were made; the group agreed to schedule a joint work meeting and site visit on August 20, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. to further evaluate the proposal. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Scheduled joint work meeting and site visit for August 20, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. to walk the property (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on amendments to The Retreat Development Agreement and to the city's Standard Specifications for Design and Construction. They will also discuss and potentially approve the McKenna Preliminary Plan near 165 West and 300 North, and discuss the city's Land Use Map. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and reports.

• Public hearing and recommendation on amendments to The Retreat Development Agreement
• Public hearing and recommendation on amendments to Standard Specifications for Design and Construction
• Consider approval of McKenna Preliminary Plan at approximately 165 West and 300 North
• Discussion of Ivins City Land Use Map
• Approval of July 14, 2026 meeting minutes

City Council and Planning Commission Joint Work Meeting

The Ivins City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint work meeting to discuss updating the Land Use Plan Map. The discussion will cover land use evaluation criteria, map discussion items, and a suggested update process. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only work session.

• Discussion on updating the Land Use Plan Map
• Land Use Evaluation Criteria review
• Land Use Plan Map Discussion Items
• Memo on Suggested Land Use Map Update Process

City Council

The Ivins City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving a zone amendment for Sage Villas Phase 2, Units 36-43, changing about .81 acres from Residential Townhouse (R-TH) to Residential Multi-Family (R-M). The council will also discuss and potentially approve a corrected fee schedule, spending budgeted funds on landscaping at Hamblin Parkway Roundabout, and awarding a contract for the Public Works Yard West Parking Addition Project on 200 West. Other items include continued discussions on the Anasazi Commons Annexation and fire station remodel.

• Public hearing and possible approval of Ordinance No. 2026-16: Zone Amendment from R-TH to R-M on .81 acres, Sage Villas Phase 2, Units 36-43 (Sage White Mountain, LLC)
• Consider approval of corrected consolidated fee schedule
• Consider spending budgeted funds on landscape installation at Hamblin Parkway Roundabout and center medians
• Consider award of contract for Public Works Yard West Parking Addition Project on 200 West
• Continued discussion on Anasazi Commons Annexation along Old Highway 91

The Ivins City Council unanimously voted to continue the Sage Villas Phase 2 zone amendment (R-TH to R-M) to allow time for a development agreement addressing parking, pool timing, architecture, and connectivity. The Council also approved a $40,000 landscaping project for the Hamblin Parkway roundabout and awarded an $82,668.75 contract to Interstate Rock Products for the Public Works Yard West Parking Addition. Additionally, the fee schedule was updated to reference current ICC valuation data with a multiplier of 1.

• Appointed Josie Brzenk to the Arts Commission (unanimous)
• Continued Sage Villas Phase 2 zone amendment to negotiate development agreement (unanimous)
• Updated Consolidated Fee Schedule to current ICC valuation data with multiplier of 1 (unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 for Hamblin Parkway roundabout landscaping (unanimous)
• Awarded $82,668.75 contract to Interstate Rock Products for Public Works Yard West Parking Addition (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Ivins City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending amendments to the CN Neighborhood Commercial Zone. They will also discuss and potentially approve the preliminary plan for the Serene Hideaway subdivision near 285 West and 450 North, and approve the June 16, 2026 meeting minutes. The agenda includes no other substantive items.

• Public hearing on amendments to the CN Neighborhood Commercial Zone
• Discussion and recommendation on CN Zone amendments
• Serene Hideaway Preliminary Plan at approximately 285 West and 450 North (owner William McIlrath, applicant Jared Madsen)
• Approval of June 16, 2026 Planning Commission minutes

City Council Work Meeting on-site meeting audio June 18 2026 3:00 PM - Anasazi Annexation

City Council

The Ivins City Council will discuss and vote on several resolutions, including the FY 2027 final budget, the certified property tax rate for 2026, and the pass‑through of the Washington County Water Conservancy District's regional water rate increase. They will also consider an ordinance setting FY 2027 salaries and salary ranges for elected officials and department heads, and a memorandum of understanding with Utah Tech University. No public‑hearing items are on the agenda.

• Ordinance No. 2026-14 – approval of FY 2027 salaries and salary ranges for elected officials, statutory officers and department heads
• Resolution No. 2026-11R – approval of the certified property tax rate for calendar year 2026
• Resolution No. 2026-12R – adoption of the final budgets for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027
• Resolution No. 2026-13R – adoption of the pass‑through of the increase in the Washington County Water Conservancy District's regional water rate
• Memorandum of Understanding with Utah Tech University

The Ivins City Council approved the FY2027 salary ordinance, the certified property tax rate, and the final FY2027 budget, each with a 4-1 vote (Council Member Dillon Hurt opposed). The council also unanimously approved a water rate pass-through, a Utah Tech University PEG channel agreement, and an extension of the Black Desert Resort Western Corridor MOU. Discussions on the Black Desert/Shivwits project and other items were held without action.

• Approved Ordinance 2026-14 for FY2027 salaries (4-1, Hurt opposed)
• Approved Resolution 2026-11R for certified property tax rate (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-12R for FY2027 final budget (4-1, Hurt opposed)
• Approved Resolution 2026-13R passing through water rate increase (unanimous)
• Approved Utah Tech University PEG channel MOU with channel correction (unanimous)
• Approved extension of Black Desert Resort Western Corridor MOU to May 31, 2027 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda for meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Work Meeting - Ivins City Council Chambers

The Ivins City Council will hold a work meeting to discuss the proposed Anasazi Commons annexation, located along Old Highway 91. The agenda includes a site visit and a range of topics such as sensitive lands protection, buffering, grading, commercial land use, infrastructure costs, affordable housing, and design standards. No formal votes will be taken; this is a discussion-only meeting to guide next steps.

• Site visit on the north side of the project along Old Highway 91
• Discussion of sensitive lands requirements for slopes and buffering
• Review of staff site plan recommendations and developer's proposed site plan
• Viability of commercial land use and affordable housing types and quantities
• Infrastructure costs, financial impacts to the city, and long-range planning

The Ivins City Council and Planning Commission held a work meeting to discuss the proposed Anasazi Commons annexation along Old Highway 91, including a site visit and staff presentation on sensitive lands, buffering, and land use. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was for policy direction only. The only action was a unanimous motion to adjourn.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously (8-0, 2 absent)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation on a zone amendment from Residential Townhouse (R-TH) to Residential Multi-Family (R-M) for approximately 0.81 acres in Sage Villas Phase 2, Units 36-43, owned by Sage White Mountain, LLC. The commission will also discuss the CN Neighborhood Commercial Zone and consider approval of the June 2, 2026 minutes. Other items are procedural.

• Public hearing on zone amendment from R-TH to R-M for Sage Villas Phase 2, Units 36-43 (0.81 acres)
• Discuss and consider recommendation on the same zone amendment (Sage White Mountain, LLC)
• Discuss the CN Neighborhood Commercial Zone
• Consider approval of June 2, 2026 Planning Commission minutes

Arts Commission