Springdale public meetings in 2021

2. Planning Commission

The Planning Commission met to review a final recommendation for the General Plan to be sent to the Town Council. The meeting also included a report regarding Bit and Spur employee housing.

• General Plan final recommendation to Town Council
• Bit and Spur employee housing DDR PC report

The Springdale Planning Commission approved a completely revised and updated General Plan for the Town of Springdale, incorporating several changes based on public feedback and commission deliberation. The commission also held a public hearing on a design review request for a six-unit employee housing development at 1212 Zion Park Blvd but did not vote on it during this meeting.

• Approved revised General Plan update (unanimous)
• Decided to include additional strategy under Goal C to offer incentives to minimize vacant commercial buildings on SR9
• Struck recommended addition to Goal F regarding regulation, kept second addition on setback distances
• Rejected recommended transportation strategy under Goal A
• Revised wording for Goal F1 to focus on Town of Springdale impacts
• Revised wording for Goal F2 to avoid traffic control signals
• Struck recommended addition to Housing Goal B from public comment
• Removed Goal Ata regarding annual stipend for Zion Canyon Medical Clinic

1. Town Council

The Springdale Town Council denied a conditional use permit for a 6-unit transient lodging facility at 29 Big Springs Road because the property is not on a dedicated public street, as required by code for uses generating more than 10 vehicle trips per day. The Council approved a separate CUP for a 12-unit transient lodging facility at 1423 Zion Park Boulevard, with conditions including an 8-foot fence and a restriction to one-bedroom units only. The Council also approved the FY2020-21 audit, an auditor engagement letter, architectural services for the Visitor and History Center, NRCS grant funding for Black's Canyon Wash rehabilitation, and the 2022 public meeting schedule.

• Denied CUP for 6-unit transient lodging at 29 Big Springs Rd (unanimous)
• Approved CUP for 12-unit transient lodging at 1423 Zion Park Blvd with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved FY2020-21 audit presentation (no action required)
• Approved Rees CPA engagement letter for FY2021-22 audit (unanimous)
• Approved architectural services contract with ASSIST for Visitor and History Center (unanimous)
• Approved NRCS grant agreement for Black's Canyon Wash rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 public meeting schedule (unanimous)

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to review three items: a conditional use permit for properties at 1066 and 1082 ZPB, a subdivision plat amendment for Lyle Young, and a Rivian development agreement. These are agenda items for discussion or decision, but the agenda does not specify whether they are public hearings or final votes.

• Conditional use permit for 1066 and 1082 ZPB
• Subdivision plat amendment for Lyle Young
• Rivian development agreement

The Commission held public hearings on two conditional use permits for transient lodging, a subdivision plat amendment, and a development agreement for an EV charging station. The motion to recommend the Rivian development agreement with a zero-foot setback failed due to lack of a second, effectively denying it. The Commission approved the two conditional use permits for transient lodging and the subdivision plat amendment, recommending them to the Town Council.

• Approved conditional use permits for two transient lodging facilities on parcels S-48 and S-47-A, with a recommendation to the Town Council.
• Approved the Welch Subdivision Plat Amendment to align lot lines with existing improvements, recommending it to the Town Council.
• Denied the development agreement for the Rivian EV charging station at 35 Lion Boulevard; the motion failed for lack of a second.
• Discussed a compromise three-foot setback for the EV charging station, but no further motion was made.

4. Appeal Authority

This agenda contains only the meeting date and a reference to a courtesy agenda document. No specific items for discussion or decision are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

The Administrative Hearing Officer granted Phillip Bimstein's variance request to improve a rough graded driveway across parcels S-KIN-A-1 and S-KIN-A-12, despite ordinances prohibiting disturbance of slopes with 30% or greater grade. The ruling found that all five statutory standards for a variance were met, including that literal enforcement would cause unreasonable hardship and that the access issue was unique to Lot 12. The variance is limited to two specific points on the driveway as identified on the Grading Plan, and the applicant must comply with all other applicable ordinances and standards.

• Granted variance from Sections 10-9A-5(B) and 10-15B-9(A) for driveway improvement across S-KIN-A-1 and S-KIN-A-12
• Limited variance to two points designated 'Variance Requested in this Area' on the Grading Plan
• Required applicant to comply with all other ordinances, including grading standards in Section 10-15B-1 and Special Exception standards
• Required applicant to minimize and mitigate visual impacts of improvements as the Town may require

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is meeting to consider several land-use items, including a zone change from VR to VC on a specific parcel, a conditional use permit for a property on Zion Park Boulevard, and revised design review reports for two projects. The agenda also includes public comments on these items.

• Zone change VR to VC on parcel S-119-A (615 ZPB)
• Conditional use permit for 1423 Zion Park Boulevard
• Revised design review report for 1423 ZPB
• Design review report for ANP 56

The minutes consist solely of public comments submitted before the meeting, with no recorded decisions. Residents and business owners opposed the proposed zone change from VR to VC on parcel S-119-A (615 Zion Park Boulevard), citing concerns about displacement of residents, neighborhood character, traffic, and odors. Others raised procedural questions about a conditional use permit for a separate project at 1423 Zion Park Blvd. No votes or official actions are recorded in the provided text.

• No decisions recorded in the minutes; only public comments are included.
• Public comment opposed the zone change for parcel S-119-A from VR to VC.
• Public comment opposed the Travis Barney project at 1423 Zion Park Blvd.
• Questions raised about the sequence of CUP and DDR approvals for the Barney project.

1. Town Council

The Springdale Town Council is meeting to decide on two conditional use permits on Zion Park Blvd, a plat amendment, a budget amendment for FY21-22, and a rate increase from Snow Jensen Reece. They will also receive an update on a fraud risk assessment. The agenda includes multiple public comments, indicating resident interest in these items.

• CUP 1200 Zion Park Blvd
• CUP 1212 Zion Park Blvd
• Bit and Spur Plat Amendment
• FY21-22 Budget Amendment 2
• Snow Jensen Reece rate increase

The Springdale Town Council approved a conditional use permit for a 13-unit transient lodging development at 1200 Zion Park Boulevard (Frontier Plunder), despite the Planning Commission's recommendation for denial. The approval included 12 conditions addressing noise, lighting, screening, and landscaping. The council also approved a separate CUP for a 7-unit transient lodging facility at 1212 Zion Park Boulevard, a plat amendment for the Bit and Spur subdivision, and a budget amendment for FY 2021/22.

• Approved CUP for 13-unit transient lodging at 1200 Zion Park Blvd with 12 conditions (5-0)
• Approved CUP for 7-unit transient lodging at 1212 Zion Park Blvd with 3 conditions (5-0)
• Approved plat amendment for Bit and Spur subdivision boundary change (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-18 amending FY 2021/22 budget (5-0)
• Canvassed 2021 General Election results (5-0)

4. Appeal Authority

The Springdale Appeal Authority is meeting to consider a variance request from Phillip Bimstein. The agenda includes the appeal item and supporting packet material, with no other business listed. This is a single-item meeting focused on the variance decision.

• Variance request by Phillip Bimstein
• Appeal Authority agenda and packet materials provided

The Springdale Appeal Authority held a public hearing on a variance application by Philip Bimstein to construct a 20-foot road through an existing easement on Lot A1 to access Lot 12 in the Kinesava Ranch Subdivision. The applicant, represented by Jane Whalen, argued the variance is needed because the road would cut into slopes exceeding 30% in two areas, and no alternative access exists. The hearing officer took the matter under advisement and will issue a written ruling; no decision was made at the meeting.

• Took variance application under advisement for written ruling
• No decision made on variance request

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission held a special meeting to review three specific planning reports. The agenda included a report for the 29 Big Springs Rd project, a development agreement for Rivian, and a report for ANP 56 DDR. The meeting also included a public comment period with redacted submissions from three parties.

• Review of PC Report for 29 Big Springs Rd
• Review of Rivian Development Agreement PC Report
• Review of ANP 56 DDR Report
• Public comment from C. Ikerd, N. Goodel, and S. Rohani/C. Bollinger

The Springdale Planning Commission held a special meeting on November 3, 2021, to review three items: a conditional use permit for a six-unit transient lodging facility at 29 Big Springs Road, a development agreement for an electric vehicle charging station at 35 Lion Boulevard, and a residential design review for Anasazi Plateau Lot 56. No final decisions were made on these items; the commission discussed them and deferred action, with the lodging CUP requiring a dedicated public street condition and the EV charging station proposal being tabled for further discussion. The meeting also included a motion to approve the agenda and discussion of future work meetings.

• Agenda approved (motion by Jack Burns, seconded by Kyla Topham)
• Lodging CUP at 29 Big Springs Road: discussed, no vote; requires dedicated public street condition
• EV charging station development agreement at 35 Lion Boulevard: discussed, tabled for further discussion
• Residential design review for Anasazi Plateau Lot 56: discussed, applicant to return with more details

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is meeting to consider several items, including a conditional use permit for a transient lodging facility at 1212 Zion Park Boulevard, a design review for the same property, a plat amendment for Bit and Spur Subdivision, and a draft General Plan review with a public hearing. The agenda also includes numerous public comments on these items.

• Conditional use permit for transient lodging facility at 1212 Zion Park Boulevard
• Design review (DDR) for 1212 Zion Park Boulevard, Bean Cotting, Munson, LLC
• Plat amendment for Bit and Spur Subdivision
• General Plan draft review and public hearing

The Planning Commission meeting on October 20, 2021, focused on reviewing public comments submitted for the General Plan update. No formal decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes; the session was dedicated to gathering and considering resident input on topics such as housing, land use, transportation, and economic development.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; meeting was for public comment review

1. Town Council

The Town Council is meeting to consider multiple ordinance revisions regarding home occupation permits, open air displays, SR 9 design standards, and outdoor lighting. The agenda also includes discussions on cemetery policy, fee schedule changes, and various land use requests.

• Ordinance 2021-12: Home Occupation Permits
• Ordinance 2021-13: Open Air Displays
• Ordinance 2021-14: SR 9 Design Standards
• Ordinance 2021-08: Outdoor Lighting Revisions
• Resolution 2021-17: Fee Schedule Changes

The Springdale Town Council adopted Ordinance 2021-08, aligning outdoor lighting regulations with International Dark Sky Association standards, and approved several other items including home occupation and open air display ordinances. The Council voted not to adopt Ordinance 2021-14, which would have established new design standards for the SR9 corridor, citing existing standards as sufficient. All other actions, including cemetery policy updates, a conservation easement disturbance, and various appointments and contracts, were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-08 (Dark Sky lighting) (5-0)
• Rejected Ordinance 2021-14 (SR9 Design Corridor) (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-12 (home occupation permits) (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-13 (open air displays) (5-0)
• Approved disturbance in Anasazi Plateau conservation easement for lot 27 (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Bryan Pattison as Land Use Appeal Authority (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-17 (fee schedule) (5-0)
• Approved local consent for off-premise liquor license for Cliffrose Lodge (5-0)

1. Town Council

The Springdale Town Council directed staff to proceed with option 4 from the staff report, razing the old History and Visitors Center building to a safe condition and bringing back a plan at the October meeting. The motion passed 4-1, with Council member Elger voting no due to financial concerns. The Council also postponed the Erosion Hazard Study proposal to be included in the next fiscal year's budget.

• Approved motion to raze old History Center building and bring back plan (4-1)
• Postponed Erosion Hazard Study to next fiscal year budget (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is meeting to discuss three ordinance items: a home occupation ordinance, a revision to open air display regulations, and an SR9 design corridor ordinance. These are agenda items for discussion or decision, with supporting documents provided.

• Home Occupation Ordinance review
• Open Air Display Revision
• SR9 Design Corridor Ordinance

The Springdale Planning Commission held three public hearings on proposed ordinance revisions but took no final votes, leaving all items for future action. The Commission discussed changes to home occupation permits, open air display regulations, and a new SR9 design corridor, incorporating public comment and staff input. No formal decisions were made at this meeting.

• No formal decisions made; all three ordinance revisions discussed in public hearings only

1. Town Council

The Springdale Town Council is meeting to consider several items, including a resolution to adjust the fee schedule, revised standards for accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and a wireless co-location agreement with InfoWest. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Constitution Week, a tributary erosion hazard analysis, a commitment of matching funds for BRIC, and a request regarding a tortoise sculpture RAP tax.

• Resolution 2021-16: Fee schedule adjustments
• Revised ADU (accessory dwelling unit) standards
• InfoWest wireless co-location agreement
• BRIC matching funds commitment
• Tributary erosion hazard analysis

The Springdale Town Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2021-11, updating regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to comply with state law. The ordinance creates two ADU classifications, allows internal ADUs in the Foothill Residential zone, revises development standards, and establishes a permit requirement. The Council also approved several other items, including a fee schedule amendment, a Constitution Week proclamation, and a wireless co-location agreement with Infowest.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-11, updating ADU regulations to comply with state law and allow use of short-term rental websites as an enforcement tool.
• Approved Resolution 2021-16, amending the Town Fee Schedule for Floorplan Development Permits, Pool Permits, and Event Parking Permits.
• Approved Proclamation 2021-04, proclaiming September 17-23 as Constitution Week in Springdale.
• Placed an erosion hazard study for tributary washes on the September 22 meeting agenda for discussion and potential budget amendment.
• Approved a wireless co-location agreement between Infowest and the Town of Springdale.
• Authorized the Mayor to sign a BRIC grant matching funds commitment letter for a 30% match, estimated at $99,612.
• Approved an additional $3,200 in RAP tax funds for interpretive sign manufacture for the desert tortoise project.
• Appointed Kyla Topham as Planning Commissioner (term expiring January 2024) and Pam Inghram as Planning Commission Alternate (term expiring September 2024).

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is holding a work meeting to discuss a General Plan update and consider public comment. The agenda includes a packet with the General Plan update document and a redacted public comment from J. Carlson.

• General Plan update review
• Public comment from J. Carlson (redacted)

The Springdale Planning Commission held a work meeting to review the final draft of the General Plan and the Future Land Use Map (FLUM). They agreed to keep the FLUM but add overlays to improve readability, and to hold an asynchronous charrette for public feedback. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was discussion-only.

• Agreed to include FLUM in General Plan with overlays for residential/commercial clarity
• Agreed to hold asynchronous charrette in CCC gallery for public feedback
• Struck the word 'key' from 'key members of the community' in Land Use section
• Agreed to prioritize accountability in General Plan implementation
• Discussed redefining 'mixed use' to exclude transient lodging (no final decision)

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission held a special work meeting to discuss, but not vote on, revisions to standards for open air displays, design standards for the SR9 corridor, and methods of measuring building size in residential zones. No formal decisions were made; the items were discussion-only.

• Discussed open air display setback revisions, considering four-foot sidewalk or ten-foot pavement setbacks (no vote)
• Discussed limiting open air displays to 1,000 square feet, with non-retroactive application (no vote)
• Discussed adding 'non-glare', 'rusted', or 'matte finish' language for metal roofs in SR9 design standards (no vote)
• Discussed moving forward with a building size measurement method allowing a 500-square-foot exclusion for garages/patios (no vote)

2. Planning Commission

The minutes consist solely of public comments submitted before the August 18, 2021 Planning Commission meeting. No decisions, approvals, or votes are recorded. Residents and the Gifford Park HOA objected to a proposed conditional use permit for a transient lodging facility at 1200 Zion Park Blvd, requesting a 10-foot setback, a 10-foot opaque fence, and that units not face the residential zone. Another comment objected to an amended subdivision plat for Gifford Park, stating the HOA was not consulted.

• No decisions recorded; minutes contain only public comments

1. Town Council

The Springdale Town Council unanimously approved the official canvass of the August 10, 2021 primary election, declaring Barbara Bruno and Mark Chambers the winners and advancing them to the November 2 general election. The council also discussed election procedures, including undeliverable ballots and county administration, but took no other substantive action.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Canvassed primary election results; declared Bruno and Chambers winners (unanimous)

1. Town Council

The Town Council meeting includes discussions on changes to Title 10 residential design definitions and the SR-9 sidewalk project. The agenda also covers a traffic study plan, recreation facility surveys, and agricultural regulations.

• Changes to Title 10 residential design definitions
• Springdale SR-9 sidewalk project
• Traffic study plan contract
• Recreation facility survey
• Residential agricultural and farm regulations

The Springdale Town Council approved Ordinance 2021-10, revising Title 10 of the Town Code to clarify transient lodging definitions, adjust building height and size standards in the Foothill Residential and Valley Residential zones, and add a Residential Height and Size Bonus chapter. The vote was 4-1, with Council member Adrian Player opposed. The Council also approved contracts for the SR-9 sidewalk project and a downtown transportation study, directed the Planning Commission to review agricultural and farm animal restrictions, and authorized minimal repairs to the ballfield.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-10 revising Title 10 (4-1)
• Approved Interstate Rock contract for SR-9 sidewalk project (5-0)
• Approved Fehr & Peers contract for Downtown Transportation Study and Active Transportation Plan (5-0)
• Directed Planning Commission to review Chapter 10-15D on residential agriculture and farm animal restrictions (3-2)
• Approved minimal repairs to ballfield and start of process for new recreational building (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)

2. Planning Commission

The Commission approved a design/development review for improvements to the Zion Canyon Campground at 479 Zion Park Boulevard, allowing the property owner to replace flood-damaged lobby and hotel buildings with camping and RV-related improvements. The decision was based on compliance with zoning and the Development Agreement, despite public comments about the site's non-conforming status. The Commission also discussed but did not finalize revisions to ordinances on home occupation permits, open air display permits, and SR9 building design guidelines, directing staff to prepare further revisions.

• Approved Zion Canyon Campground improvements (unanimous)
• Directed staff to incorporate home occupation permit revisions and schedule public hearing
• Directed staff to revise open air display ordinance with new setback requirements
• Directed staff to revise SR9 building design guidelines and schedule public hearing

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on three items: revisions to Title 10 of the municipal code, a grading and erosion hazard review for 46 Hummingbird, and a design review for DDR 479 on Zion Park Blvd. Public comment letters have been received, including one from J. Zambella regarding the Title 10 changes.

• Ordinance revision changes to Title 10
• 46 Hummingbird grading and erosion hazard review
• DDR 479 Zion Park Blvd design review
• Public comment letter from J. Zambella on Title 10 changes

The Springdale Planning Commission held a public hearing on proposed changes to Title 10 of the Town Code, covering transient lodging definitions, building height/size standards, a new SR9 Design Corridor, and a Design Review Board. No final action was taken on the ordinance; the Commission agreed to revisit square footage limits and further refine the proposal. The Commission also reviewed a tabled erosion hazard grading permit for 46 Hummingbird Lane and a design/development review for 479 Zion Park Blvd, but no formal decisions were recorded on these items.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Burns, second by McComb)
• Approved minutes of June 16 and July 7 meetings (motion by Burns)
• Held public hearing on Title 10 changes; no vote taken
• Agreed to revisit building square footage limits in proposed ordinance
• Discussed erosion hazard grading permit for 46 Hummingbird Lane; no action recorded
• Reviewed design/development application for 479 Zion Park Blvd; no action recorded

1. Town Council

The Springdale Town Council is meeting to consider two ordinances: one regulating outdoor lighting and one setting noise control standards. They will also review a budget amendment for FY21-22, a resolution establishing a review process for damaged flood property, and a request for RAP tax funds from Z-Arts. Public comment letters are included.

• Ordinance 2021-08: Outdoor Lighting
• Ordinance 2021-09: Noise Control Standards
• R2021-14: Budget Amendment 1 FY21-22
• R2021-15: Review Process for Damaged Flood Property
• Z-Arts RAP Tax Funds Request

The Council approved Ordinance 2021-09 revising noise control standards to exempt grease trap cleaning, with amendments removing 'similar facilities' and adding 'associated lateral lines and kitchen hoods'. They also approved Resolution 2021-14 amending the FY 2021/22 budget, allocating $600,000 for River Park property purchase and $35,000 for a sewer pond feasibility study, and Resolution 2021-15 establishing a priority review process for flood-damaged properties. The Council postponed Ordinance 2021-08 on outdoor lighting to a later meeting pending cost and UDOT approval research.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-09 revising noise control standards, exempting grease trap cleaning and related lines/hoods
• Approved Resolution 2021-14 amending FY 2021/22 budget: $600,000 for River Park property, $35,000 for sewer pond study
• Approved Resolution 2021-15 establishing priority development review for properties damaged in June 29 flood
• Approved RAP Tax funds request from Z-Arts for Mosaic Lamppost Gallery Project
• Appointed Noel Benson as Planning Commission Alternate, term expiring July 2024
• Postponed Ordinance 2021-08 on outdoor lighting to a subsequent meeting for cost and UDOT research
• Approved the agenda and consent agenda unanimously

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is meeting to review and discuss proposed updates to three land-use ordinances: building design standards, accessory dwelling unit (ADU) revisions, and home occupation standards. The agenda lists these items for consideration but does not indicate whether any final decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Building Design Ordinance updates (Item A1)
• Accessory Dwelling Unit revisions (Item A2)
• Home Occupation Standards (Item A3)

The Commission discussed and agreed to move forward with the Building Design Ordinance, including a voluntary design review board and a development incentive allowing size/height increases for developers who comply with stricter design standards. They also reviewed updates to the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance to comply with new state law, extending internal ADUs to all residential zones and reducing minimum lot size to 6,000 sq ft. The Commission discussed home occupation standards, agreeing to prohibit rental businesses and expand neighbor noticing to a 600-ft radius. All items will be revised by staff for future public hearings.

• Approved moving the Building Design Ordinance to a public hearing at the July regular meeting, with revisions to hilltop/ridgeline language and siding definition.
• Agreed to revise the ADU ordinance to allow internal ADUs in all residential zones, with a 30-day minimum rental period, and external ADUs only in Valley Residential with a 90-day minimum.
• Agreed to prohibit rental businesses as home occupations and expand neighbor noticing to a 600-ft radius for home occupation permits.
• Directed staff to draft ordinance revisions based on Commission discussion for future meetings.

1. Town Council

The Springdale Town Council is meeting to consider an appeal of the denial of a business license for Ride Zion eBikes. The agenda includes this appeal as a specific item, indicating a decision or discussion on the matter.

• Appeal of Ride Zion eBikes business license denial

The Springdale Town Council unanimously denied the business license renewal for Kurtis D. Wilson's Ride Zion eBike Rentals at 107 Trapper Circle, Unit D, upholding the Town's denial due to land use violations. Wilson requested permission to honor existing bookings through August 5, but the Council found no provision to extend the license and voted to deny based on violations of home occupation permit standards. The denial does not prevent Wilson from applying for a future business license.

• Approved the July 6, 2021 agenda (4-0, Player unable to vote due to technical issues)
• Denied business license renewal for Ride Zion eBike Rentals at 107 Trapper Circle, Unit D (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 11:53pm (5-0)

1. Town Council

The Springdale Town Council will consider several items, including a subdivision plat amendment, an ordinance setting elected and appointed compensation, a budget amendment, a sidewalk construction bid award, and a town manager employment agreement. Public comment letters are also included for review.

• CSE Subdivision Plat Amendment
• Ordinance 2021-07 on Elected and Appointed Compensation
• Resolution R2021-13 Budget Amendment 5
• SR9 Sidewalk Bid Award
• Springdale Town Manager Employment Agreement 2021

The Springdale Town Council voted unanimously to open a public hearing to discuss the subdivision plat amendment for Canyon Springs Estates. The hearing follows a settlement agreement resolving a lawsuit involving the HOA, sewer system maintenance, and public access. Town Attorney Greg Hardman answered public questions about the amendment's necessity and legality.

• Opened a public hearing on the Canyon Springs Estates subdivision plat amendment (motion by Suzanne Elger, seconded by Adrian Player, passed unanimously 5-0).

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is meeting to review staff reports on five development-related items, including design review reports for properties on Lion Drive and Juniper Lane, and grading/erosion hazard reports for Hummingbird Lane and Canyon Springs. The agenda also includes public comments specifically regarding 46 Hummingbird Lane.

• Design review report for 35 Lion Drive
• Design review report for 54 Juniper Lane
• Erosion hazard report for Canyon Springs 1
• Grading and erosion hazard report for 46 Hummingbird Lane
• Design review report for Canyon Springs 24

The Springdale Planning Commission approved a design/development review for a new housing structure at 35 Lion Boulevard, to be used strictly as a private residence. The commission also held public hearings on an addition at 54 Juniper Lane, erosion hazard permits for Canyon Springs Lot 1 and 46 Hummingbird Lane, and a residential design review for Canyon Springs Lot 24, but no votes were recorded on these items in the minutes.

• Approved the agenda unanimously.
• Approved a design/development review for a new housing structure at 35 Lion Boulevard, with the structure to be used as a private residence.

1. Town Council

The Town Council reviewed May 2021 emergency response totals for Rockville, Springdale, and Zion, as presented in Attachment #1. The document lists medical transports, refusals, CPTA calls, and fire responses for each area. No decisions were made; the item was informational only.

• Reviewed May 2021 emergency response totals for Rockville, Springdale, and Zion (no action taken)

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is meeting to review several items, including a plat amendment for the Canyon Springs Estates subdivision, a design review for 358 ZPB, a materials change request for cottages, and a grading and retaining wall material review. The agenda includes public comment letters on these items. The commission will decide on these matters.

• Canyon Springs Estates subdivision plat amendment
• Settlement agreement between Canyon Springs Estates and Town of Springdale
• Design review for 358 ZPB
• Cottage materials change request
• Grading and retaining wall material review

The Springdale Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the Canyon Springs Estates Subdivision Plat Amendment, which clarifies perpetual public pedestrian access to the subdivision as part of a settlement agreement between the Town and the HOA. The Commission also approved a design/development review for a lodging/retail facility at 358 Zion Park Boulevard, approved color changes for Canyon Cottonwoods Cottages, and reviewed a retaining wall material proposal for the SR-9 sidewalk project.

• Recommended approval of Canyon Springs Estates Subdivision Plat Amendment (5-0)
• Approved design/development review for lodging/retail at 358 Zion Park Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved color and material changes for Canyon Cottonwoods Cottages (4-1)
• Reviewed retaining wall material for SR-9 sidewalk project (no vote recorded)

1. Town Council

This agenda contains only a single item: the June 1, 2021 Town Council agenda, with one courtesy document attached. No substantive decisions, discussions, or public hearings are listed.

The Springdale Town Council held a special meeting on June 1, 2021, and unanimously approved the agenda and reappointed Jack Burns as Planning Commissioner for a term expiring June 2024. The council also discussed delivery and noise regulations, hearing from business owners and residents about challenges with commercial deliveries, parking, and noise, but took no formal action on these topics. The meeting was primarily informational, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved the agenda for June 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jack Burns as Planning Commissioner for term expiring June 2024 (unanimous)

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is meeting to review several development-related items, including a cottage housing report, parking area design review requests, and a zoning change request. Public comments have been submitted on the cottage housing overlay zone change and a parking lot at the end of Trapper Circle. The agenda includes multiple reports and design review requests, indicating a mix of decisions and discussions.

• West Cottage Housing PC Report
• Parking Area DDR PC
• Cemetery Parking Area DDR PC
• 358 ZPB DDR
• Cottage Materials Change Request

The Springdale Planning Commission unanimously recommended denial of a zone change from Valley Residential to Valley Residential-Cottage Housing Development Overlay for parcel S-99-B-1 (563 Zion Park Boulevard), citing lack of guarantees on affordability and concerns about high-density impacts. The Commission also recommended approval of outdoor lighting ordinance changes for Dark Sky compliance, denied a parking lot proposal for parcel S-100-C due to inconsistencies in the application, and approved a gravel parking area for the Pioneer Cemetery.

• Denied zone change from VR to VR-CHD at 563 Zion Park Blvd (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of outdoor lighting ordinance changes for Dark Sky compliance (unanimous)
• Denied design/development review for 32-space parking lot on parcel S-100-C (unanimous)
• Approved design/development review for 8-space gravel parking lot at Pioneer Cemetery (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 21 and May 5 meetings (unanimous)

1. Town Council

The Springdale Town Council will review and potentially approve several items, including the final plat for Canyon Cottonwoods, a geologic hazard ordinance, and the tentative FY21-22 budget. They will also discuss home occupation regulations, a renewable energy interlocal agreement, and public transit interlocal agreement with Washington County. Public comments on home occupation regulations are included.

• Canyon Cottonwoods final plat approval
• Geologic hazard ordinance and investigation manual
• FY21-22 tentative budget approval
• Home occupation regulations interpretation
• Interlocal agreements for renewable energy and public transit

The Springdale Town Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2021-05, adding a review process for properties at high risk of landslide, rockfall, and liquefaction, and adopted Resolution 2021-09 establishing standards for geologic hazard investigations. The Council also approved Resolution 2021-10 for the Utah Community Renewable Energy Program and an interlocal agreement with Washington County for public transit from St. George to Springdale. The final subdivision plat for Canyon Cottonwoods Cottages was postponed until the Planning Commission reviews design changes, and the FY 2021-22 tentative budget was approved with a hearing set for June 23, 2021.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-05 Geologic Hazard Ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-09 Geologic Hazard Investigation and Report Manual (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-10 Utah Community Renewable Energy Interlocal Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Washington County for public transit service (5-0)
• Postponed final plat approval for Canyon Cottonwoods Cottages until Planning Commission review (5-0)
• Approved FY 2021-22 tentative budget, set hearing for June 23, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 RAP tax funding for Zion Canyon Mesa (5-0)
• Adopted Proclamation 2021-02 declaring May 2021 as Bike Month (5-0)

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is meeting to review two staff reports: one on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and one on the General Plan. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items appear to be for discussion or information only.

• Review of ADU staff report
• Review of General Plan staff report

The Springdale Planning Commission held a work meeting to discuss Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in light of state law HB82, which changes minimum rental periods, parking requirements, and lot size qualifications. The Commission took a straw poll indicating a preference to keep separate regulations for internal and external ADUs and to continue prohibiting external ADUs in the FR zone, but no formal motion was made. They also discussed the General Plan update, focusing on goals, format, and future land use, without taking formal action. No binding decisions were made at this meeting.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• Straw poll: majority favored separate ADU regulations, continuing to prohibit external ADUs in FR zone
• Straw poll: Commission would not pursue designating up to 25% of residential areas to prohibit ADUs
• Staff to draft ADU ordinance language incorporating HB82 for future review

1. Town Council

The Springdale Town Council is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several financial items, including a budget amendment for the current fiscal year and the tentative budget for FY2020. The agenda also includes a letter of agreement with WFANDCO, though details are not provided in the agenda text.

• R2021-08 Budget Amendment 4 FY20-21
• WFANDCO Letter of Agreement
• FY 2020 Tentative Budget (revised)

The Springdale Town Council unanimously approved Resolution 2021-08, amending the FY 2020/21 budget to include employee recognition payments, a Pioneer Cemetery parking area, and a BRIC application for an erosion control project. The council also unanimously approved a contract with Wilkinson Ferrari & Co., LLC for public affairs services. A budget work session for FY 2021-22 was held, with discussion but no formal action. The council entered closed session to discuss pending litigation and later authorized the mayor to attend meetings with Dixie State University (4-1).

• Approved Resolution 2021-08 to amend FY 2020/21 budget (5-0)
• Approved contract with Wilkinson Ferrari & Co., LLC for public affairs services (5-0)
• Authorized Mayor to attend meetings with Dixie State University (4-1)
• Held budget work session for FY 2021-22 (no action)

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is meeting to review design development reports (DDRs) for two items: updated elevations for Moenave lots 15 and 16, and a parking area design. Public comment was received from L. Dobson. The agenda consists of these review items and public comment.

• Moenave lots 15 and 16 updated elevation DDR review
• Parking area design development report (DDR) review
• Public comment from L. Dobson (redacted)

The Springdale Planning Commission approved the Design/Development Review for two four-plex buildings on Moenave Subdivision Lots 15 and 16, with conditions including verifying floor elevation, locating wall sconces, and using native seed mix for reseeding. The approval was unanimous. The commission also agreed to draft an application review checklist at a future work meeting, and the agenda was approved with an item struck.

• Approved Design/Development Review for four-plex units on Moenave Lots 15 and 16 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda with revision to strike Item A2 (unanimous)
• Agreed to draft an application review checklist at next work meeting

4. Appeal Authority

This is the agenda for the Springdale Appeal Authority meeting on April 20, 2021. The agenda contains only the meeting date and a reference to a courtesy PDF document, with no listed agenda items. It appears to be a procedural or placeholder agenda.

The Appeal Authority dismissed Zion West Properties' appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of a design/development review for a transient lodging facility at 358 Zion Park Boulevard, citing landslide risk. The denial was upheld as not arbitrary or capricious. Separately, the Authority approved a variance to reduce front and side setbacks from 30 feet to 5 feet for the same property, with conditions.

• Dismissed appeal of denied design/development review for transient lodging at 358 Zion Park Blvd
• Upheld Planning Commission's 4-1 denial based on Geologic Hazards Ordinance (Town Code 10-11B-12A)
• Approved variance to reduce front and side setbacks from 30 to 5 feet for the property
• Variance conditioned on separate design/development review approval and UDOT encroachment permits

1. Town Council

The Springdale Town Council is meeting to consider several ordinances and agreements, including a geologic hazard ordinance, the disposal of town-owned real property, and regulations on open fires and fireworks. They will also discuss a property exchange on Paradise Road, an interlocal agreement for election services, fee schedule revisions, a bid award for the History Center, a secondary water master plan, blanket local consent requests, an Arbor Day proclamation, and a police chief agreement for 2021.

• Geologic Hazard Ordinance
• ORD 2021-04 Disposal of Town-Owned Real Property
• ORD 2021-06 Open Fires and Fireworks
• Paradise Road Property Exchange
• Fee Schedule Revisions

The Springdale Town Council unanimously voted to postpone the Geologic Hazard Ordinance (2021-05) until May to incorporate public and geologist comments, and to prepare a related manual. The Council also approved several other items, including a $395,000 contract for the History and Visitors Center renovation, a fire and fireworks ban starting May 1, and a new employment agreement for the Police Chief.

• Postponed Geologic Hazard Ordinance 2021-05 to May for revisions (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-04 on disposal of Town-owned real property (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-06 banning open fires and fireworks starting May 1 (unanimous)
• Approved quit claim on parcel S-63-A to Novel House for right of way (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-06 for election services with Washington County (unanimous)
• Approved fee schedule changes, eliminating Habitat Conservation impact fees (unanimous)
• Awarded $395,000 contract to Old School Builders for History Center renovation (unanimous)
• Approved employment agreement for Police Chief Garen Brecke (unanimous)

4. Appeal Authority

The Springdale Appeal Authority is meeting to consider an appeal response from D. Snow and a variance report related to Wilson. The agenda contains only these two items, both of which are under review or discussion.

• Response to appeal from D. Snow
• Wilson variance report dated 4-13-2021

The Springdale Appeal Authority held a public hearing on April 13, 2021, to consider an appeal by Zion West Properties of the planning commission's denial of a design/development review for a transient lodging facility at 358 Zion Park Boulevard, and a separate variance application for front and side yard setbacks. No decisions were made; the hearing officer took both matters under advisement and will issue written decisions within days.

• Appeal of planning commission denial taken under advisement
• Variance application for front and side yard setbacks taken under advisement

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is meeting to review and discuss three items: a lighting report, a design standards memo, and a general plan report. These are discussion items, not final decisions, based on the agenda.

• Lighting report (ITEM A1)
• Design standards memo (ITEM A2)
• General plan report (ITEM A3)

The Planning Commission directed staff to incorporate International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) recommendations into a draft of the revised outdoor lighting ordinance for a public hearing. The IDA suggestions include a 10:00 PM curfew for illuminated signs and placing illumination limits on signage. The Commission also discussed the SR-9 design standards revisions and continued work on the General Plan update, with Chair Bruno to polish the language.

• Directed staff to input IDA suggestions and prepare a draft of the revised lighting ordinance for a public hearing
• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously
• Approved the request for staff to begin working on revisions to the Home Occupation Permit language
• Adjourned the meeting

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission recommended the Town Council adopt a new geologic hazard ordinance establishing standards for identifying, investigating, and mitigating hazards like landslides, rockfalls, liquefaction, and radon gas. The Commission also approved the design/development review for rebuilding the restaurant, gift shop, and theater building at 897 Zion Park Boulevard (Bumbleberry property) after a fire, with conditions on lighting and concrete coloring. A separate design review for a retail and lodging building at 358 Zion Park Boulevard was tabled pending a setback variance, and a request to change exterior stone materials at the La Fave transient lodging building was denied.

• Recommended Council adopt Geologic Hazard Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Design/Development Review for Bumbleberry rebuild at 897 Zion Park Blvd (unanimous)
• Tabled Design/Development Review for retail/lodging at 358 Zion Park Blvd pending variance (5-1)
• Denied exterior stone material change at La Fave transient lodging building (4-1)
• Approved minutes from Feb 17 and Mar 3 meetings (unanimous)

1. Town Council

The Springdale Town Council is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on a variety of items, including a final plat for Canyon Cottonwoods, changes to Title 10, code enforcement policy changes, and several local consent requests for businesses. The agenda also includes a request for a Saint George Market sponsorship, a modification to the irrigation schedule, and a surplus property item. Public comments on a shuttle ticketing system at Zion National Park and the St. George Market application are included.

• Canyon Cottonwoods final plat
• Changes to Title 10
• Code enforcement policy changes
• Local consent for FeelLove Cafe and Blondies Diner
• Saint George Market sponsorship request

The Springdale Town Council tabled approval of the final subdivision plat for the Canyon Cottonwoods Cottages at 1775 Zion Park Boulevard until the developer ensures compliance with building separation and architectural standards. The Council also approved Ordinance 2021-03, a comprehensive update to Title 10 of the Town Code, and approved modifications to non-conforming buildings for the Bumbleberry Gift Shop and the Springdale History Center. Additionally, the Council approved local consent for liquor licenses for Café Feellove and Blondies Diner, denied sponsorship for the Saint George Market, and kept the irrigation schedule unchanged.

• Tabled final plat approval for Canyon Cottonwoods Cottages until developer meets separation and architectural standards.
• Approved Ordinance 2021-03 updating Title 10 of the Town Code for state law compliance and readability.
• Approved Resolution 2021-03 adopting a proactive code enforcement policy.
• Approved modifications to non-conforming building at 897 Zion Park Boulevard (Bumbleberry).
• Approved modifications to non-conforming building at 680 Zion Park Boulevard (History Center).
• Approved local consent for full-service liquor license for Café Feellove at 1101 Zion Park Boulevard.
• Approved local consent for limited-service liquor license for Blondies Diner at 736 Zion Park Boulevard.
• Denied sponsorship for Saint George Market; allowed to apply for a special event permit.

1. Town Council

The provided document contains only a header and does not list any specific items for discussion, decision, or public hearing.

The Springdale Town Council met in a special electronic session and unanimously approved the agenda, then entered a closed session to discuss the purchase, exchange, or lease of real property. No substantive public decisions were made; the closed session lasted from 2:05pm to 3:12pm.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for real property discussion (5-0)

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is meeting to review two items: a geologic hazards ordinance and a general plan update with goals review. The agenda includes supporting documents for both items, indicating these are the main topics of discussion for this meeting.

• Review of geologic hazards ordinance
• General plan update and goals review

The Springdale Planning Commission held an electronic work meeting and approved the agenda. They discussed a draft geologic hazard ordinance, agreeing to hold a public hearing on March 17, 2021, and directed staff to incorporate their comments. They also reviewed goals and objectives for the General Plan update, discussing land use, transportation, and other elements.

• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously.
• Agreed to hold a public hearing on the geologic hazard ordinance at the March 17 regular meeting.
• Directed staff to incorporate commissioner comments into the draft geologic hazard ordinance.
• Discussed requiring drainage studies for all residential developments, not just those tied to geologic hazards.
• Reviewed General Plan elements, including land use, transportation, and others, with no formal action taken.

4. Appeal Authority

This is a procedural agenda for the Springdale Appeal Authority meeting on February 22, 2021. The only listed item is the agenda itself, with no substantive decisions or discussions specified.

• Meeting agenda for February 22, 2021

The Town of Springdale was granted a variance from the code prohibiting disturbance on slopes over 30% to build a retaining wall and public sidewalk along State Route 9. The decision allows construction on a small area of natural slope near a power box that cannot be moved. The hearing officer found the variance necessary for public safety and consistent with the General Plan.

• Approved variance from Section 10-15B-9(A) for sidewalk and retaining wall on slopes over 30% (unanimous)
• Approved disturbance of up to 747 sq. ft. and 12 feet depth on natural slope for sidewalk project

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is meeting to review three items: a design review for the History Center, a final plat for Canyon Cottonwoods, and a design review for a transient lodging project at 358 ZPB. Public comment is included for the History Center item.

• History Center design review (DDR)
• Canyon Cottonwoods final plat
• 358 ZPB transient lodging design review
• Public comment on History Center

The Springdale Planning Commission denied a Design/Development Review for a proposed transient lodging building at 358 Zion Park Blvd, citing Town Code 10-11B-12A regarding building on unstable soils. The commission also approved a Design/Development Review for a history center at 680 Zion Park Blvd and recommended approval of the final subdivision plat for Canyon Cottonwoods Cottages. All other agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Denied Design/Development Review for transient lodging at 358 Zion Park Blvd (4-1)
• Approved Design/Development Review for history center at 680 Zion Park Blvd (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of final subdivision plat for Canyon Cottonwoods Cottages (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 20 and February 3 meetings (unanimous)

4. Appeal Authority

The Springdale Appeal Authority is meeting to consider an appeal regarding a sidewalk variance for Tiley Hill. The agenda includes a packet with details on the variance request, indicating a decision or discussion on this matter.

• Tiley Hill sidewalk variance appeal

The Springdale Appeal Authority held a public hearing on a variance request to allow disturbance of natural slopes greater than 30 percent on Parcel S-101-F-1, owned by Albin Tiley, to construct a sidewalk along State Route 9. The hearing officer took the request under advisement and said a decision would be issued within a day or two. No decision was made at the meeting.

• Heard variance request for sidewalk construction on Parcel S-101-F-1
• Took variance request under advisement; decision pending
• Confirmed property owner Albin Tiley consented to the request

1. Town Council

The Springdale Town Council will consider several items, including an ordinance to repeal Chapter 4-8, zone map revisions, an enforcement policy update, a bid award for the Moenave Trail project, local consent for Camp Restaurant, an irrigation schedule revision, and a dark sky designation. Public comment letters are also included.

• Ordinance 2021-02 repealing Chapter 4-8
• Zone map revisions
• Bid award for Moenave Trail project
• Local consent for Camp Restaurant
• Dark sky designation

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is meeting to review and discuss three items: a geo hazards report, a design ordinance for SR9, and a general plan report. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Geo hazards report (ITEM A1)
• SR9 design ordinance report (ITEM A2)
• General plan report (ITEM A3)

The Springdale Planning Commission held a special electronic meeting with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed updates to the Geologic Hazards Ordinance and SR9 Corridor Design Standards, and heard progress reports on the General Plan. The Commission directed staff to schedule a community engagement event with Utah Geological Survey's Steve Bowman and to gauge the Town Council's interest in a proposed Design Review Board.

• Directed staff to schedule a community engagement event with Steve Bowman (UGS) for Feb 24
• Directed staff to forward Draper City geologic hazards ordinance for review
• Preferred Design Review Board composition: 1 design professional, 2 residents, 1 Planning Commission member
• Directed staff to gauge Town Council interest in Design Review Board concept

1. Town Council

The Springdale Town Council is meeting to review and discuss capital priorities lists. The agenda includes courtesy documents and packet materials, with a specific item on capital priorities for the town.

• Review of capital priorities lists

The Springdale Town Council held a special meeting on January 27, 2021, and unanimously authorized the Town Attorney to pursue matters discussed in a closed session about pending litigation. The Council also ratified the 2021 Planning Commission leadership and discussed capital project priorities, including moving broadband higher on the list.

• Authorized Town Attorney to pursue closed session litigation matters (unanimous)
• Ratified Barbara Bruno as Chair and Eric Rioux as Vice Chair of 2021 Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved special meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session for pending litigation discussion (unanimous)

2. Planning Commission

The commission is reviewing a report regarding transient lodging and discussing updates to ordinance revisions. The agenda contains limited details regarding specific project descriptions or proposed changes.

• Transient lodging DDR report review
• Ordinance revision update

The Springdale Planning Commission unanimously approved the agenda and the minutes from January 6, 2021. They elected Barbara Bruno as Chair and Ric Rioux as Vice Chair for 2021. The commission also discussed updates on the Building Design Standards and Geologic Hazard Ordinances, including the potential creation of a Design Review Board, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 6, 2021 (unanimous)
• Elected Barbara Bruno as Chair and Ric Rioux as Vice Chair for 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:50 pm (unanimous)

1. Town Council

The Springdale Town Council is meeting to consider several ordinances, resolutions, and agreements, including a solid waste fee modification, a fee schedule amendment for recycling, and a budget amendment for FY2020-21. They will also discuss a habitat conservation program agreement, a municipal billing and collection agreement amendment, and art review board project recommendations. Public comment letters are included for agenda items C7 and C8.

• Ordinance 2021-01: Solid waste fee modifications
• Resolution 2021-01: Fee schedule amendment for recycling fees
• Budget Amendment 3 FY2020-21
• Habitat Conservation Program amended agreement
• Municipal Billing and Collection Agreement amendment

2. Planning Commission

The Springdale Planning Commission is meeting to discuss proposed revisions to the town's zoning ordinance, as outlined in a letter from Snow Jensen and Reece. The agenda includes a full review of the ordinance's chapters, from general provisions to historic preservation, indicating a major overhaul. No final decisions are noted; the meeting appears to be a discussion and review session.

• Review of proposed ordinance revisions from Snow Jensen and Reece
• Discussion of zoning map adoption (Chapter 7)
• Review of new single lot development standards (Chapter 14C)
• Consideration of affordable housing and moderate housing provisions (Chapters 6A, 13D)
• Review of cottage housing overlay zone (Chapter 13F)

3. Historic Preservation Commission

The Springdale Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review its January 5, 2021 agenda and information packet. The packet includes a document on SHPC January 2021 CLG projects, indicating discussion of Certified Local Government projects. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Review of January 5, 2021 agenda
• Review of meeting packet
• SHPC January 2021 CLG projects document