Provo public meetings in 2022
37 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Provo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on December 7, 2022, to consider several items, including a complete revision of the Provo General Plan, ordinance text amendments, and three General Plan Map Amendments. The meeting includes a study session at 5:00 p.m. and a public hearing at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 445 W Center Street. Items marked with a star will also require action by the Municipal Council on December 13, 2022.
- Complete revision of the Provo General Plan to guide growth for the next 10-20 years (PLGPA20210364)
- General Plan Map Amendment for apartment building at 313 East 200 North, from RC to HDR designation (PLGPA20220315)
- General Plan Map Amendment for flex warehouse/office at 3410 West Center Street, from R to AR designation (PLGPA20220338)
- General Plan Map Amendment for industrial park at 3450 West Center Street, from R to AR designation (PLGPA20220334)
- Ordinance text amendments to Titles 14 and 15 regarding Neighborhood District Program (PLOTA20220370)
Board of Adjustment
The Provo City Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for a front yard fence and a second variance request that has been cancelled. The first item seeks to allow a 6-foot fence in the front yard of a residential property, exceeding the standard height. The second item, originally to reduce a front yard setback, is cancelled and will not be discussed.
- Variance request by Ryan Okelberry to allow 6-foot front yard fence at 2948 West 1520 North in R1.20 zone
- Cancelled variance request by Sherri Pearce to reduce front yard from 30 to 0 feet at 4073 N 200 East
- Public hearing scheduled for November 17, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 445 West Center Street
Planning Commission
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on November 9, 2022, to discuss and act on several items, including a zone map amendment, a slope variance, and adoption of the Southwest Neighborhood Plan. Items marked with a star will also go to the Municipal Council for legislative action on November 15. The meeting includes a study session on building height in the Campus Mixed Use Zone.
- Ordinance text amendment to update 2022 standards to 2023 standards (citywide)
- Variance request to impact slopes over 30% for residential development at 379 E 4900 N
- Zone map amendment from RC to LDR for a two-lot subdivision at 515 South 700 East
- General Plan Amendment to adopt Southwest Neighborhood Plan (Lakewood, Sunset, Provo Bay, Fort Utah)
Planning Commission
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 26, 2022, to consider a zone map amendment and a concept plan for a proposed twin home at 1220 East 960 South. The applicant, Stephen Sowby, requests changing the zoning from R1.8 and RC to LDR to allow the twin home. The Commission will also hold a study session on Station Area Plans. The Municipal Council will consider the zone change on November 1, 2022.
- Zone Map Amendment from R1.8 and RC to LDR for twin home at 1220 East 960 South
- Concept Plan approval for new twin home in proposed LDR zone at same address
- Study session on Station Area Plans with Hannah Salzl and BYU Lab
- Public hearing at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 445 West Center Street
Landmarks Commission
The Provo City Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing to consider two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. One request is for a new entrance at Provo Town Square, and the other is a continued request for historic signs in the Downtown Historic District. The commission will decide on these items, and decisions may be appealed to the Municipal Council within 30 days.
- New entrance at 12 West Center Street (Provo Town Square) in DT1 zone
- Historic signs in Downtown Historic District (continued item)
- Public hearing at 12:30 p.m. in Council Chambers, 445 West Center Street
- Pre-meeting at 12:00 p.m. in Provo Peak Conference Room
Planning Commission
The Provo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 12, 2022, to consider several items, including a zone change and project plan for new warehouses, a continued zone change and concept plan for a twin home, and citywide amendments to sign and parking garage standards. Items marked with a star require additional legislative action by the Provo Municipal Council on October 18, 2022. The meeting begins with a study session at 5:00 p.m., followed by the public hearing at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers.
- Zone Map Amendment from PF and A1.5 to AI for warehouses at 652 S Lakeview Pkwy (PLRZ20220022)
- Project Plan for three new warehouses in proposed AI zone at 652 S Lakeview Pkwy (PLPPA20220018)
- Continued Zone Map Amendment from R1.8 and RC to LDR for twin home at 1220 East 960 South (PLRZ20220244)
- Continued Concept Plan for twin home in proposed LDR zone at 1220 East 960 South (PLCP20220245)
- Amendments to Title 14 sign code (PLOTA20220287) and Section 14.37.100 parking garage standards (PLOTA20220288)
Planning Commission Administrative Hearings
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold an administrative hearing on October 5, 2022, to discuss two delegated applications: a 12-unit townhome project and a conditional use permit for a reception center. Public comments are invited, and decisions may be appealed to the Board of Adjustment within 14 days.
- Project Plan approval for 12-unit townhome development at 690 E 500 S in MDR zone
- Conditional Use Permit for reception center at 5602 N University Ave in CG zone
- Public hearing at 445 W Center Street, Provo, at 5:00 p.m.
- Comments accepted via email or in person before the hearing
Planning Commission
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 28, 2022, to consider several land-use items, including ordinance amendments, rezonings, and project plans. Items marked with a star require additional legislative action by the Municipal Council on October 4, 2022. The meeting includes a study session at 5:00 p.m. and the public hearing at 6:00 p.m. at Council Chambers, 445 West Center Street.
- Ordinance text amendment to Chapter 14.30 on Accessory Dwelling Units (citywide)
- General Plan amendments and rezone from R1.20 to VLDR for properties at 1878 N and 1804 N Geneva Road
- Ordinance text amendment to SC3 zone to add Animal Hospital as permitted use (citywide)
- Variance request to impact slopes over 30% for residential development at approximately 379 E 4900 N
- Project plan for student housing at 891 N 900 E and zone change to AI for warehouses at 652 S Lakeview Pkwy
Planning Commission Administrative Hearings
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold an administrative hearing on September 21, 2022, to discuss a single delegated application. The only item is a request by Jenny Chen for a Conditional Use Permit to operate a language school in the Professional Office zone at 3585 N University Avenue. Public comments are invited, and decisions may be appealed to the Board of Adjustment within 14 days.
- Conditional Use Permit for a language school at 3585 N University Avenue (PLCUP20220265)
Board of Adjustment
The Provo City Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal by Maggie Hammond of a Notice of Violation regarding the legal use of property at 2560 North 560 East in the R1.10 zone. The board will discuss the appeal and may take action. Public comments are invited.
- Appeal of Notice of Violation for property at 2560 North 560 East
- Property located in R1.10 (One Family Residential) zone
- Public hearing scheduled for September 15, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
Planning Commission
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 14, 2022, to discuss and vote on several land-use items, including an ordinance text amendment for accessory dwelling units, a sign permit, a warehouse project, and multiple proposals by Dudley & Associates for a townhome development. Items marked with a star will also require action by the Provo Municipal Council on September 20, 2022. A study session on Planning Commission variances will precede the hearing.
- Ordinance text amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units (Chapter 14.30), citywide (PLOTA20220263)
- Sign permit for two signs at 241 West 500 South in ITOD zone (PRSG202201598)
- Warehouse project plan at 3752 S Sierra Vista Way in PIC zone (PLPPA20220202)
- General Plan Map Amendment from Mixed-Use to Commercial at 5515 N Edgewood Drive (PLGPA20220004)
- Concept plan for 207 townhome units at 5544 River Run Drive (PLCP20220014)
Board of Adjustment
The Provo City Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on August 18, 2022, to consider four appeals: a signage decision for an apartment building, two disputes over legal property use, and a building permit appeal. The board will decide these matters after hearing public comment.
- Appeal of Planning Commission signage approval for Timpanogos Towers at 1900 N Canyon Road
- Appeal disputing legal use of property at 427 West 400 South in R1.6 zone
- Continued appeal of Notice of Violation for property at 2560 North 560 East in R1.10 zone
- Appeal of building permit PRAD202102238 for 80 West Marrcrest South in R1.8PD zone
Planning Commission
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 10, 2022, to consider a concept plan for a 6-unit townhome development and a related zone map amendment. The property is located at 193 West 4800 North in the Riverbottoms Neighborhood. The zone change requires final approval by the Municipal Council.
- Concept plan for 6-unit townhome development at 193 West 4800 North
- Zone map amendment from PRO-R22 to LDR (Low Density Residential) for the same property
- Public hearing at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 351 West Center Street
- Study session at 5:00 p.m. at Development Services, 445 W Center Street
Planning Commission Administrative Hearings
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold an administrative hearing to discuss a delegated application. The only item is a request by Tom Stuart Construction for project plan approval of a new industrial building in the PIC zone. Public comments are invited.
- Project plan approval for new industrial building at 2103 S Tracy Hall Pkwy
- Located in PIC (Planned Industrial Commercial) zone, Spring Creek Neighborhood
- Application PLPPA20220088
Planning Commission
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on July 27, 2022, to consider several items, including amendments to the SDP-5 overlay zone, a zone change for a new dwelling with an accessory apartment, and a sign code amendment. Items marked with a star require additional legislative action by the Provo Municipal Council on August 9, 2022. The meeting includes a study session on planning commission training.
- General Plan Map Amendment to Appendix C6 for SDP-5 zone (Villages at Celebration) - PLGPA20220207
- Ordinance Text Amendments to Chapter 14.49E for SDP-5 zone and Development Agreement - PLOTA20220107
- Concept Plan for one-family dwelling with accessory apartment at 769 W 200 N - PLCP20210339
- Zone Map Amendment from RC to LDR at 769 W 200 N - PLRZ20210338
- Sign Code amendment to prohibit electronic display signs in MU and NMU zones - PLOTA20220224
Planning Commission
The Provo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on July 13, 2022, to discuss several land-use items, including a clarification of a prior sign decision, a General Plan amendment, ordinance text amendments, a concept plan for industrial buildings, and two zone changes. Items marked with a star require additional legislative action by the Provo Municipal Council on July 26, 2022. The meeting includes a study session at 5:00 p.m. and the public hearing at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers.
- Clarification of sign classification for an apartment building at 1902 N Canyon Road (CMU zone)
- General Plan Map Amendment to Appendix C6 for SDP-5 (Villages at Celebration) zone standards (PLGPA20220207)
- Ordinance text amendments to Chapter 14.49E for SDP-5 zone and Development Agreement (PLOTA20220107)
- Concept plan for three industrial buildings at 3701 W Center Street (PLCP20210292)
- Zone change from A1.10 to Airport Industrial for ~33 acres at 3701 W Center Street (PLRZ20210263)
Planning Commission
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on June 22, 2022, to review several items, including a zone map amendment for a water treatment plant, a credit union project plan, and a sign classification. The commission will also discuss possible amendments to the ITOD zone during a study session and elect a new chair and vice-chair. Items marked with a star require additional action by the Municipal Council on July 12, 2022.
- Zone Map Amendment from SC2 to PF for a water treatment plant at 2067 N Freedom Blvd (requires Council action)
- Project Plan approval for a two-phase credit union branch at 1476 N Freedom Blvd
- Sign classification for an apartment building at 1902 N Canyon Road
- Discussion on possible amendments to the ITOD zone (Summa Terra Ventures)
- Election of new Chair and Vice-Chair
Board of Adjustment
The Provo City Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on June 16, 2022, to consider two variance requests. The board will first elect a chair and vice chair, then hear requests for side and rear yard setback reductions for residential properties. Public comment is invited, and decisions can be appealed to the 4th District Court within 30 days.
- Elect Chair and Vice Chair
- Variance to reduce side yard setback from 10 feet to 6 feet 10 inches for a two-lot subdivision at 990 East 300 South (R1.6 zone)
- Variance to reduce rear yard setback from 20 feet to 12 feet to add living space at 1330 North 1160 West (R1.10 zone)
Planning Commission Administrative Hearings
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold an administrative hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit application. The applicant, Joe Bermudez, is requesting permission to operate a car wash in the Neighborhood Shopping Center (SC-1) Zone.
- Conditional Use Permit for a car wash at 1785 S State St
Planning Commission
The Provo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on three items: a text amendment to allow car sales and repair in the West Gateway zone, a conditional use permit for a telecommunications tower, and zone map amendments for a 6.3-acre property. Two items require final action by the Municipal Council. A study session on General Plan survey results precedes the hearing.
- Ordinance text amendment to allow new/used car sales, service stations, and auto repair in WG (West Gateway) zone (PLOTA20220117)
- Conditional use permit for telecommunications monopole tower at 1499 N 2200 W in Agricultural (A-15) zone (PLCUP20220126)
- Zone map amendments for 6.3 acres from R1.8 to PF and OSPR zones near 1265 South 500 West (PLRZ20220121)
Planning Commission
The Provo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 25, 2022, to consider a project plan for 204 new residential units at 1702 S State St., plus several citywide code amendments. Items marked with a star will also require action by the Provo Municipal Council on June 7, 2022. A study session on public art will precede the hearing. The agenda is substantive, with multiple land-use and zoning items for discussion and potential recommendation.
- Project Plan Approval for 204 residential units in MDR zone at ~1702 S State St (PLPPA20210168)
- Annexation code amendment re: islands, peninsulas, irregular boundaries (PLOTA20220167)
- Ordinance text amendment adding Mixed Use Zones as Chapter 14.14D and signs section (PLOTA20220144)
- Amendment to Downtown Design Standards and Interim Transit Oriented Zone (PLOTA20220153)
- Study session on public art discussion
Landmarks Commission
The Provo City Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss the 2022 Historic Home Tour. The agenda contains only this single discussion item, with no formal actions or decisions listed.
- Discussion of 2022 Historic Home Tour
Planning Commission Administrative Hearings
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold an administrative hearing on May 18, 2022, to discuss two delegated applications: a conditional use permit for a school bus parking cover and a concept plan for a new park. Public comments are invited, and decisions may be appealed within 14 days.
- Conditional Use Permit and Project Plan for a 60' x 80' metal parking cover for school buses at 680 N Independence Avenue (PF zone)
- Concept Plan approval for a new park facility in the OSPR zone near 3800 N Canyon Rd
Planning Commission Administrative Hearings
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold an administrative hearing on one delegated application: a Conditional Use Permit for a family group day care serving up to twelve children at 4540 Brookshire Dr. in the Sherwood Hills neighborhood. Public comment is invited, and decisions may be appealed to the Board of Adjustment within 14 days.
- Conditional Use Permit (PLCUP20220135) for Family Group Day Care, up to 12 children, at 4540 Brookshire Dr., Sherwood Hills Neighborhood
Planning Commission
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on April 27, 2022, to consider three items: a continued text amendment to allow new and used car sales in the West Gateway zone, a zone map amendment for commercial property on Canyon Road, and a citywide text amendment renaming Community and Neighborhood Services to Development Services. The first two items require final action by the Municipal Council on May 3, 2022. A study session on neighborhood plans precedes the hearing.
- Continued text amendment to allow new and used car sales in WG (West Gateway) zone (PLOTA20220117)
- Zone map amendment from RC to CG for commercial property at 1545 N Canyon Road (PLRZ20220109)
- Citywide text amendment to replace department name Community and Neighborhood Services with Development Services (PLOTA20220101)
- Study session on review of Neighborhood Plans
Landmarks Commission
The Provo City Landmarks Commission will hold a public meeting to discuss planning for the 2022 Historic Home Tour. A pre-meeting is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. prior to the formal public hearing.
- 2022 Historic Home Tour Planning Discussion
Planning Commission Administrative Hearings
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold an administrative hearing regarding a single application. The commission is reviewing a request for a conditional use permit and project plan approval.
- Conditional Use Permit and Project Plan for a 60' x 80' metal parking cover for school buses at 680 N Independence Avenue
Planning Commission
The Provo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two items: a zone map amendment to allow an accessory dwelling unit and an ordinance text amendment changing design standards for the West Gateway Zone. A study session on mixed-use zones precedes the hearing. Both items require final legislative action by the Municipal Council on April 19.
- Zone map amendment from R1.8 to LDR for accessory dwelling unit at 1029 West 1020 North (Rivergrove Neighborhood)
- Ordinance text amendment to Section 14.21D.140 changing design standards for West Gateway Zone (citywide)
- Study session discussion on mixed-use zones
- Public hearing at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 351 West Center Street
Planning Commission Administrative Hearings
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold an administrative hearing on April 6, 2022, to discuss delegated applications, including a request from TacAir for project plan approval of a new hangar at the Provo Airport. The meeting will be held electronically with limited in-person seating, and public comments are invited.
- TacAir requests project plan approval for new hangar at Provo Airport, located at approximately 3420 W Mike Jense Pkwy, in the Airport (A) zone, Provo Bay Neighborhood (PLPPA20220056)
Board of Adjustment
The Provo City Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding two property variance requests. The items involve requests for changes to yard requirements and building height limits.
- Variance request for 690 E 500 S to reduce front, street-side, and rear yard requirements for a new townhome development
- Variance request for 2588 W 1210 N to vary height limits for an accessory building
Landmarks Commission
The Provo City Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on March 16, 2022. The meeting agenda contains a single discussion item regarding the planning of the 2022 Historic Home Tour.
- 2022 Historic Home Tour Planning
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several land use applications, including zone changes and concept plan approvals. The meeting also includes a study session on Broadview Shores revisions.
- Concept Plan approval for two industrial buildings at 3701 W Center Street
- Zone change from A1.10 to Airport Industrial for 33 acres at 3701 W Center Street
- Concept Plan approval for a mixed-use development at 2075 West Center Street
- Zone changes for various residential and commercial zones at 2075 W Center Street
- General Plan Amendment regarding Westside Development Policies citywide
Planning Commission
The Provo Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Feb. 23, 2022, to consider a project plan for a new BYU arts building, a continued concept plan and zone map amendment for a dwelling with an accessory apartment at 769 W 200 N, and an amendment to Downtown Streetscape Standards. Items with a star require additional action by the Provo Municipal Council on March 1. A study session on the West Side Policy Statement and development review process precedes the hearing.
- BYU project plan approval for new arts building at 650 E Heritage Drive (PF zone)
- Concept plan for one-family dwelling with accessory apartment at 769 W 200 N (continued)
- Zone map amendment from RC to LDR for 769 W 200 N (continued, requires Council action)
- Downtown Streetscape Standards amendment to clarify sidewalk area description (requires Council action)
Landmarks Commission
The Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness. The application involves proposed exterior work at 16 W Center Street.
- Certificate of Appropriateness request for exterior work at 16 W Center Street (Provo Town Square)
Planning Commission Administrative Hearings
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold an administrative hearing on delegated applications, conducted electronically with limited in-person seating. The sole item is a request for a Conditional Use Permit for a car wash in the General Commercial zone. Public comment is invited, and decisions may be appealed to the Board of Adjustment within 14 days.
- Conditional Use Permit for a car wash at 1884 N University Parkway, Carterville Neighborhood (PLCUP20210357)
Planning Commission
The Provo City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on January 26, 2022, to consider several items, including two zone changes and related concept plans for residential development. The commission will also consider an amendment to Title 15 regarding impact fee appeals. Items marked with a star require additional legislative action by the Provo Municipal Council on February 1, 2022.
- Concept Plan for a four-lot subdivision at approximately 669 South 1600 West (Sunset Neighborhood)
- Zone Map Amendment from A1.1 Agricultural to R1.8 One-Family Residential at approximately 669 South 1600 West
- Concept Plan for a 62-unit apartment complex at 46 W to 90 W 800 N (North Park Neighborhood)
- Zone Change from Residential Conservation to Campus Mixed Use at 46 W to 90 W 800 N
- Amendment to Title 15 regarding impact fee appeals (citywide)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a citywide ordinance text amendment for airport zones. The commission will also review requests for a project plan and zone change at 152 E 500 S.
- Ordinance Text Amendment to update Airport Zones Permitted Uses, Yard Requirements, and Design Standards
- Project Plan approval for four townhome units at 152 E 500 S
- Zone Change from Residential Conservation (RC) to Low Density Residential (LDR) at 152 E 500 S
- Study session regarding the Broadview Shores Master Plan