Bluffdale, UT

City Council & Planning Commission

The City of Bluffdale has issued a notice of intent to update the integrated water conservation element of its comprehensive General Plan. This is an initial notice of the amendment process; future public hearings will be scheduled as required by city and state code.

• Notice of intent to amend the Water Conservation Element of the General Plan

City Council

The Bluffdale City Council, Local Building Authority, and Redevelopment Agency Board will hold public hearings to receive comments on proposed budget amendments. These amendments concern the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budgets for all three entities.

• Budget amendment for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Bluffdale City Budget
• Budget amendment for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Local Building Authority Budget
• Budget amendment for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Redevelopment Agency Budget

City Council

The City Council, Local Building Authority, and Redevelopment Agency will meet to discuss budget adjustments for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The council will also consider ordinances regarding a new police department and specific land development agreements.

• Ordinance 2026-22: Establishing a Police Department
• Resolution 2026-45: Amendments to Policies and Procedures manual regarding employee grievances and real property disposition
• Resolution 2026-46: Interlocal agreement with Saratoga Springs for Law Enforcement Services
• Ordinance 2026-20: Zoning map amendment from R1 to R2 Residential for 2.07 acres at 14553 South 3400 West
• Resolutions 2026-47, 2026-48, and 2026-49: Budget adjustments for the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year

Arts Council

The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board will meet to review the ZAP grant and a template for tracking reimbursements. The board will also receive updates from various arts and community engagement committees.

• ZAP grant discussion
• Reimbursement tracking template
• Visual Arts update regarding a weaving presentation to city council on Oct. 14
• Visual Arts update regarding a City Hall art exhibit on display until Nov. 1

Healthy Bluffdale Coalition

The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition and Board will hold a coordination meeting to review recent events and discuss upcoming opportunities. The agenda includes an open forum for identified issues and a report from the county.

• Discussion of upcoming events and workgroup opportunities
• Open forum regarding identified issues and needs
• Information report from Julia Glade representing the County
• Review and approval of previous meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Bluffdale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at Bluffdale City Hall, 2222 W 14400 S. The hearing concerns a request to amend the Zoning Map for approximately 1.03 acres at 14595 S 1515 W from the R1 Residential Zone to the R4 with an Infill Overlay Residential Zone. Residents may comment in person, by email to [email protected] with '14595 S 1515 W Zoning' in the subject line, or by mail to the City of Bluffdale Planning Department, c/o Ellen Oakman, Associate Planner.

• Public hearing on rezoning approximately 1.03 acres at 14595 S 1515 W from R1 Residential to R4 with Infill Overlay Residential
• Meeting held October 7, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at Bluffdale City Hall, 2222 W 14400 S
• Written comments accepted by email or mail; contact Ellen Oakman, Associate Planner, at [email protected] or 801-849-9473
• ADA accommodations available by contacting Bluffdale City Hall at least 24 hours in advance at 801.254.2200

Planning Commission

The Bluffdale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Bluffdale City Hall, 2222 W 14400 S, to take public comment on a proposed text amendment to the Bluffdale City Code. The amendment would add a definition of 'Energetic Materials Operations', add Section 11.160.330 setting requirements for such businesses, and amend Section 11.350.020 to allow them as a permitted use in the Light Industrial (I-1) Zone. The applicant is Vector, represented by Zach Williams; Caitlyn Tubbs is the staff presenter (Application 2026-27). This is a public hearing to receive comment, not a final decision by the Commission as described in the notice.

• Public hearing on a text amendment creating a definition of 'Energetic Materials Operations' (Chapter 11.20)
• Proposed new Section 11.160.330 outlining requirements for Energetic Materials Operations businesses
• Proposed amendment to Section 11.350.020 to allow Energetic Materials Operations as a permitted use in the Light Industrial (I-1) Zone
• Applicant: Vector, represented by Zach Williams; Staff Presenter: Caitlyn Tubbs (Application 2026-27)
• Written comments accepted by email to [email protected] before 4:00 PM on October 7, 2026, or by mail to the Bluffdale Planning Department

Planning Commission

The Bluffdale Planning Commission meets Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at Bluffdale City Hall, 2222 West 14400 South, to hold public hearings and make recommendations on three land-use applications. Two concern about 1.03 acres at 14595 South 1515 West: a General Plan Map Amendment from Very Low Density Residential to Low Density Residential, and a Zone Map Amendment from R-1 Residential to R-4 Residential with an Infill Overlay. The third is a code text amendment creating a definition and requirements for 'Energetic Materials Operations' and allowing them as a permitted use in the Light Industrial (I-1) Zone. The Commission only makes recommendations; final decisions rest with the City Council.

• Public hearing and recommendation on a General Plan Map Amendment for ~1.03 acres at 14595 South 1515 West, from Very Low Density Residential (VLDR) to Low Density Residential (LDR) — Application 2026-21, applicant Nathan Andersen
• Public hearing and recommendation on a Zone Map Amendment for the same ~1.03 acres, from R-1 Residential to R-4 Residential with an Infill Overlay — Application 2026-21
• Public hearing and recommendation on a text amendment defining 'Energetic Materials Operations', adding Section 11.160.330 requirements, and allowing the use in the Light Industrial (I-1) Zone — Application 2026-27, applicant Vector, represented by Zach Williams
• Approval of minutes from the September 16, 2026 Planning Commission meeting
• Public comment on non-agenda items limited to three minutes per person; emailed comments due by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting

Planning Commission

The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at Bluffdale City Hall, 2222 W 14400 S, to take public comment on a proposed text amendment (Application 2026-29). The amendment would update Chapter 2.10 of the Bluffdale City Code on the Planning Commission's policies and procedures, and amend Chapter 11.340 to reduce off-street parking requirements for detached accessory dwelling units under 650 square feet and to allow converting an existing accessory building into a detached ADU. The changes follow changes adopted in SB 284, with the City of Bluffdale as applicant and Caitlyn Tubbs as staff presenter. The notice describes a public hearing only; no decision or vote is stated in the document.

• Public hearing on Text Amendment Application 2026-29, City of Bluffdale as applicant
• Amend Chapter 2.10 to update Planning Commission policies and procedures following SB 284
• Amend Chapter 11.340 to reduce off-street parking requirements for detached ADUs under 650 square feet
• Amendment would allow conversion of an existing accessory building into a detached ADU
• Comments accepted by email to [email protected] with 'SB 284' in the subject line before 4:00 PM on October 7, 2026, or by mail to Caitlyn Tubbs, Planning Manager, 2222 West 14400 South, Bluffdale, UT 84065

City Council

The Bluffdale City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on September 23, 2026. The regular meeting includes public hearings and votes on the Transportation Master Plan, Roadway Standard Cross Sections, and two related rezoning requests for a 2.09-acre property at 14553 S 3400 W. The council will also hear updates on the 14600 South Railroad Project and an environmental feasibility study, and consider a consent item appointing a board member to the Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Board.

• Ordinance 2026-17: Vote on Bluffdale Transportation Master Plan
• Ordinance 2026-18: Vote on Roadway Standard Cross Sections
• Ordinance 2026-19: Rezone 2.09 acres at 14553 S 3400 W from Very Low Density Residential to Residential
• Ordinance 2026-20: Rezone same 2.09 acres from R1 to R2 Residential
• Resolution 2026-44: Appoint board member to Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Board

City Council & Planning Commission

The Bluffdale Planning Commission and City Council will hold public hearings to receive comments on a proposed amendment to the city's Transportation Master Plan. The Planning Commission hearing is on September 16, 2026, and the City Council hearing is on September 23, 2026, both at Bluffdale City Hall. Residents can also submit comments by email or mail before the respective deadlines.

• Public hearing on Transportation Master Plan amendment
• Planning Commission hearing: September 16, 2026, 6:00 PM
• City Council hearing: September 23, 2026, 6:00 PM
• Comments accepted via email or mail until 4:00 PM on hearing dates
• Contact: Addison Mitton, Assistant City Engineer, 801-849-9427

City Council & Planning Commission

The Bluffdale Planning Commission and City Council will hold public hearings to receive comments on proposed updates to the Roadway Standard Cross Sections. The Planning Commission hearing is on September 16, 2026, and the City Council hearing is on September 23, 2026, both at Bluffdale City Hall. Comments can also be submitted by email or mail before the respective deadlines.

• Public hearing on updates to Roadway Standard Cross Sections
• Planning Commission hearing: September 16, 2026, 6:00 PM
• City Council hearing: September 23, 2026, 6:00 PM
• Comments accepted via email ([email protected], [email protected]) with subject 'Road Standards'
• Mailed comments to City of Bluffdale Engineering Department, c/o Addison Mitton, 2222 West 14400 South, Bluffdale, UT 84065

City Council & Planning Commission

The Bluffdale City Council and Planning Commission are holding a public hearing to consider amending the General Plan and Zoning Map for approximately 2.09 acres at 14553 South 3400 West. The proposed change would shift the property from Very Low Density Residential to Low Density Residential and from R1 Residential to R2 Residential zoning. Public comments can be submitted in person, by email, or by mail.

• General Plan Map amendment for 2.09 acres at 14553 South 3400 West from Very Low Density Residential to Low Density Residential
• Zoning Map amendment for the same property from R1 Residential to R2 Residential
• Public hearing before Planning Commission on September 16, 2026, and City Council on September 23, 2026, at Bluffdale City Hall

Community Garden Board

The Bluffdale Community Garden Board will hold a regular business meeting to discuss garden cleanup plans and committee reports. The board will also discuss goals and dates for the 2027 season.

• Garden Cleanup Plans
• Report and Review of Garden Committees
• Goals and Dates for 2027 Season

Planning Commission

The Bluffdale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 16, 2026, to receive comments on proposed updates to the Roadway Standard Cross Sections. The City Council will hold a separate hearing on September 23, 2026, for the same purpose. Comments can also be submitted by email or mail before the respective deadlines.

• Public hearing on updates to Roadway Standard Cross Sections
• City Council hearing scheduled for September 23, 2026
• Comments accepted via email ([email protected]) or mail to City of Bluffdale Engineering Department

Planning Commission

The Bluffdale Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on a proposed General Plan and Zone Map Amendment for 2.09 acres at 14553 South 3400 West, an update to the Transportation Master Plan, and revisions to Right of Way Cross Sections Standards. They will also discuss future improvements along 14600 South from Redwood Road to 1000 West. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.

• Public hearing on rezoning 2.09 acres at 14553 South 3400 West from VLDR to LDR and R1 to R2 (Application 2026-25)
• Public hearing on Transportation Master Plan update
• Public hearing on Right of Way Cross Sections Standards revisions to add active transportation elements
• Discussion of improvements along 14600 South from Redwood Road to 1000 West

Planning Commission

The Bluffdale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 16, 2026, to receive comments on a proposed amendment to the Transportation Master Plan. The City Council will hold a separate hearing on September 23, 2026. Comments can also be submitted by email or mail before the respective deadlines.

• Public hearing on Transportation Master Plan amendment
• Planning Commission hearing: September 16, 2026, 6:00 PM at Bluffdale City Hall
• City Council hearing: September 23, 2026, 6:00 PM at Bluffdale City Hall
• Comments accepted via email or mail until 4:00 PM on hearing dates

Planning Commission

The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 16, 2026, to receive comments on a request to amend the General Plan and Zoning Map for approximately 2.09 acres at 14553 South 3400 West. The proposal would change the land use designation from Very Low Density Residential to Low Density Residential and the zoning from R1 Residential to R2 Residential. The City Council will consider the same matter on September 23, 2026.

• General Plan Map amendment for 2.09 acres at 14553 South 3400 West from Very Low Density Residential to Low Density Residential
• Zoning Map amendment for same property from R1 Residential to R2 Residential
• Public hearing before Planning Commission on September 16, 2026
• Public hearing before City Council on September 23, 2026
• Comments accepted via email, mail, or in person

Youth Council

The Bluffdale City Youth Council is holding a parent meeting to introduce the council's leadership, explain funding, and review expectations, bylaws, and attendance policies. The agenda also covers volunteer sign-ups and upcoming events like Trunk or Treat and a leadership retreat.

• Introduction to Youth Council & Funding by City Liaison Kjersti Jarman
• Leadership introductions: Mayor Reid Simmons, Deputy Mayor Noelle Rees, Secretary Kayla Gonzalez, Treasurer Levi Simmons, and others
• Review of council bylaws, code of conduct, and parental permission forms
• Trunk or Treat breakout group planning
• Upcoming events: Behind the Legislature with Rep. Mike Kennedy (Sept 21), Leadership Retreat (Sept 24-25), Trunk or Treat (Oct 27), Fall City Council Report (Nov 11)

Healthy Bluffdale Coalition

The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition will hold a virtual budget meeting on September 14, 2026, at 3:15 PM. The agenda includes a welcome and roll call followed by a budget discussion. No specific budget items or amounts are listed in the agenda.

• Budget discussion
• Virtual meeting

Arts Council

The Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board will hold a regular business meeting on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Firehouse #92. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the August 15 meeting, committee updates, other business, and public comments. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from August 15 meeting
• Committee updates from members including Community Engagement, Theatre Arts, Visual Arts, Youth Engagement, and Financial
• Public comments (3 minutes each)
• Next meeting scheduled for October 10 at City Hall

Healthy Bluffdale Coalition

The Healthy Bluffdale Coalition, a municipal advisory body, will hold a coordination meeting covering recent events, upcoming activities, and board business. The agenda includes approving May 2026 meeting minutes, hearing board reports, and assigning volunteers for the next meeting's food, with $250 approved. The meeting is largely routine coordination and planning, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approve May 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous vote noted)
• Discussion of upcoming events: Screenagers, MHFA Training, Community Board Orientation
• Recruitment of new voting board members
• $250 approved for food for next meeting (October 8, 2026)
• Next meeting scheduled for October 8, 2026 at Fire Station #92

City Council & Planning Commission

The Bluffdale City Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on a request to amend the Zoning Map. The proposal seeks to change approximately 2.01 acres from R1 Residential to R2 Residential.

• Public hearing for zoning map amendment at 14433 South 2200 West
• Proposed rezoning of 2.01 acres from R1 Residential to R2 Residential

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning map amendment for a 2.01-acre property. The meeting also includes a presentation and discussion on development applications involving General Plan changes or development agreements.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 2026-16 to rezone 2.01 acres at 14433 S 2200 W from R1 to R2 Residential
• Presentation and discussion on development applications including General Plan changes or development agreements
• Constitution Week 2026 Proclamation signing and presentation

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Bluffdale City Planning Commission meeting for September 2, 2026, has been canceled. No other business is listed in the notice.

City Council & Planning Commission

The Bluffdale City Council and Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 26, 2026, to consider a request by Court and Kimberly Dymock to vacate approximately 1,396.51 square feet (0.032 acres) of public right-of-way at approximately 14471 South 1690 West. The meeting begins at 6:00 p.m. at Bluffdale City Hall, 2222 W 14400 S. Public comments can be submitted in person, by email, or by mail.

• Public hearing on street vacation application 2026-09 for 1690 W
• Request to vacate 1,396.51 sq ft of public right-of-way
• Applicants: Court and Kimberly Dymock
• Meeting at Bluffdale City Hall, 2222 W 14400 S, 6:00 p.m.
• Comments accepted via email or mail to Planning Department

City Council

The Bluffdale City Council and Redevelopment Agency Board will meet on August 26, 2026, to consider routine resolutions and specific legislative actions. Key decisions include amending Chapter 7.50 of the City Code regarding real property disposition and vacating a portion of public right-of-way at 1690 West. The Redevelopment Agency Board will also consent to the assignment of a participation agreement for the Plentiful Way project.

• Ordinance 2026-14: Proposed amendment to Chapter 7.50 of the Bluffdale City Code related to the disposition of real property.
• Ordinance 2026-15: Public hearing to vacate a portion of public right-of-way at 1690 West, approximately 0.032 acres.
• RDA Resolution 2026-42: Consent to assignment of the Participation Agreement from Plentiful Way Title Holder, LLC to Independence Apartments Ventures, LLC.
• Resolution 2026-41: Adoption of the 2025 Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan related to the City of Bluffdale.
• Resolution 2026-40: Appointment of a board member to the Healthy Bluffdale Coalition Board.

Planning Commission

The Bluffdale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a zone map amendment for approximately 2.01 acres at 14433 South 2200 West, changing from R1 Residential to R2 Residential (Application 2026-22). The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes, disclosures, and public comment. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Zone Map Amendment for 2.01 acres at 14433 South 2200 West, from R1 to R2 (Application 2026-22), applicant PKEG Investments, LLC
• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2026 meeting
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person) for non-agenda items

Planning Commission

The Bluffdale City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 19, 2026, to receive comment on a request to amend the Zoning Map for approximately 2.01 acres at 14433 South 2200 West from R1 Residential to R2 Residential. The hearing begins at 6:00 p.m. at Bluffdale City Hall, 2222 W 14400 S. Comments can also be submitted by email or mail.

• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for ~2.01 acres at 14433 South 2200 West from R1 to R2 Residential
• Meeting at Bluffdale City Hall, 2222 W 14400 S, at 6:00 p.m.
• Comments accepted via email to [email protected] with subject '2200 West Zoning'
• Mailed comments to City of Bluffdale Planning Department, c/o Caitlyn Tubbs, 2222 West 14400 South, Bluffdale, UT 84065

Arts Council

This meeting notice for the Bluffdale Arts Advisory Board, scheduled for August 15, 2026, has been cancelled. The agenda would have included committee updates, a parade debrief, and other business, but no meeting will take place.

• Meeting cancelled