West Jordan public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission

The West Jordan Planning Commission will consider final actions on a site plan for a water tank and recommendations to the City Council for a large land-use map amendment and two text amendments regarding street lights and land use appeals.

• Approve minutes from November 25, 2025
• West Jordan Zone 5 North Tank site plan (7229 Hikers Pass Drive)
• Recommendation to adopt Utah Wildland Fire Interface Map
• Recommendation to adopt Street Light Standards text amendment
• Recommendation to amend land use appeal authority code

The West Jordan Planning Commission voted 7‑0 to forward a positive recommendation to the City Council to rezone 86.14 acres from Agricultural (A‑20) to Professional Office (P‑O) for a free‑standing emergency room. It also approved a positive recommendation for the related General Plan map amendment, the Utah Wildland Fire Urban Interface map and code, updated street‑light standards, and revisions to variance and appeal procedures. All items were adopted unanimously.

• Approved minutes from November 25, 2025 (7-0)
• Continued Preliminary Site Plan for Zone 5 North Tank to Jan 6, 2026 (7-0)
• Forwarded positive recommendation to rezone 86.14 acres to Professional Office (7-0)
• Forwarded positive recommendation for General Plan map amendment (Medium Density Residential & Professional Office) (7-0)
• Forwarded positive recommendation to adopt Utah Wildland Fire Urban Interface Map and Code (7-0)
• Forwarded recommendation of approval for updated street‑light standards (7-0)
• Forwarded positive recommendation for ordinance amendments removing public hearing requirements for variances and appeals (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed 7-0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The West Jordan Zoning Administrator will consider an administrative conditional use permit for outdoor storage at 4628 West Skyhawk Drive. The request is from Stack Homes LLC, represented by Mike Kendall, on parcel 21-19-302-007 in the M-1 zone. This item continues from the November 19, 2025 meeting.

• Administrative Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage at 4628 West Skyhawk Drive (M-1 zone), applicant Stack Homes LLC/Mike Kendall, parcel 21-19-302-007

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole voted unanimously to allow property owners to request separate sewer and water hookups for external accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Council members asked staff to rewrite the proposed code language in clearer, resident‑friendly terms. No other items received formal votes; the remaining topics were discussed without a decision.

• Allow property owners to request separate sewer and water hookups for external ADUs (unanimous)
• Direct staff to revise ADU separate‑meter code language for clarity

City Council Meeting - AMENDED*

The City Council voted 7‑0 to approve Resolution No. 25‑054, authorizing the Mayor to execute a Service in Lieu of Fees agreement with Scouting of America not to exceed $10,000. Ordinance No. 25‑58 amending utility easement requirements was also approved 7‑0. Ordinance No. 25‑57 establishing public‑art regulations was approved 7‑0. Ordinance No. 25‑56 on parking lot standards was postponed to a later meeting, passing 6‑1.

• Approved Resolution No. 25‑054 Service in Lieu of Fees agreement with Scouts up to $10,000 (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑58 amendment to utility easement code (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑57 public‑art regulations amendment (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑61 2026 annual meeting schedule (7‑0)
• Postponed Ordinance No. 25‑56 parking lot materials and drainage amendments (6‑1)
• Approved consent items (minutes, franchise agreements) (7‑0)

Planning Commission

The West Jordan Planning & Zoning Commission will approve October minutes and hold public hearings on several permits and site plans. The key item is a recommendation to the City Council to amend the Future Land Use Map, changing 3.73 acres from Low‑Density Residential (R‑1‑10D) to Neighborhood Commercial (SC‑1). The commission will also review a conditional use permit for a padel facility, a restaurant site plan, and a preliminary subdivision plat.

• Approve minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting
• Conditional Use Permit for Personal Instruction Services at 9151 S Prosperity Rd (Padel Park)
• Preliminary Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for restaurant at 8939 S 5600 W (Copper Mountain Plaza)
• Preliminary Site Plan and subdivision plat for 1 lot on 0.714 acres at 7173 W Hikers Pass Dr (Terraine Pool Complex)
• Recommendation to rezone 3.73 acres at 9047 S Copper Dust Ln from R‑1‑10D to SC‑1

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. It then approved a Conditional Use Permit for Padel Park at 9151 South Prosperity Road Suite 400, requiring fire‑sprinkler netting. The commission also unanimously approved the Preliminary Site Plan and the Administrative Conditional Use Permit for a restaurant/fast‑food project at Copper Mountain Plaza, 8939 South 5600 West.

• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes (7‑0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Padel Park, 9151 South Prosperity Road Suite 400 with fire‑sprinkler protection condition (7‑0)
• Approved Preliminary Site Plan for Copper Mountain Plaza, 8939 South 5600 West (7‑0)
• Approved Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Restaurant/Fast Food at Copper Mountain Plaza, 8939 South 5600 West (7‑0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider two Administrative Conditional Use Permits. Both requests involve outdoor storage in M-1 zones.

• Outdoor storage permit for Affordable Glass at 5746 West Wells Park Road
• Outdoor storage permit for Stack Homes Storage Yard at 4628 West Skyhawk Drive

Larry Gardner approved the Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Affordable Glass at 5746 West Wells Park Road, attaching specific site and safety requirements. The request for Stack Homes Storage Yard at 4628 West Skyhawk Drive was not decided; the meeting was recessed to reconvene on November 25, 2025 for the applicant to address access‑way concerns.

• Approved Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Affordable Glass at 5746 West Wells Park Road
• Postponed decision on Stack Homes Storage Yard at 4628 West Skyhawk Drive; reconvene Nov 25, 2025

Design Review Committee

The West Jordan Design Review Committee will meet to approve prior minutes and review two development proposals: a townhome project on Sugar Factory Road and a residential subdivision on Coppering Avenue.

• Approve minutes from October 28, 2025
• Review Sugar Factory on the Creek Townhomes at 1790 West Sugar Factory Road
• Review Cheney EADU at 9126 South Coppering Ave.

The Design Review Committee approved the minutes from the September 23, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. It forwarded a positive recommendation to the Planning Commission for the Sugar Factory on the Creek Townhomes at 1790 West Sugar Factory Road, also by a 4‑0 vote. The committee approved the Cheney External Accessory Dwelling Unit at 9126 South Coppering Avenue with color‑scheme recommendations, again by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved September 23, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Forwarded positive recommendation for Sugar Factory on the Creek Townhomes, 1790 West Sugar Factory Road (4-0)
• Approved Cheney External Accessory Dwelling Unit at 9126 South Coppering Avenue with color recommendations (4-0)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The West Jordan City Council gave majority support to amend the Future Land Use Map and rezone an 86.14‑acre parcel at 6170 West 7800 South to Professional Office for a future HCA hospital. The council also unanimously supported a rezoning request for the 3.36‑acre Morelia Plaza II site from Professional Office to a Neighborhood Shopping Center (SC‑1). No other formal decisions were recorded in the meeting.

• Majority support for FLUM amendment and rezoning to Professional Office for 86.14‑acre hospital parcel
• Unanimous support for rezoning of 3.36‑acre Morelia Plaza II to SC‑1 (Neighborhood Shopping Center)

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers voted to approve Resolution 25-055, which officially certifies the 2025 General Election results. The motion was moved by Kelvin Green, seconded by Pamela Bloom, and passed unanimously with an 8-0 vote. No other actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved Resolution 25-055 certifying General Election results (8-0)

City Council Meeting

The council voted to approve Resolution No. 25‑059, providing advice and consent to appoint Deputy Chief Jeremy Robertson as the City of West Jordan Police Chief. The motion was moved by Council Member Kelvin Green, seconded by Council Member Kent Shelton, and passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved Resolution 25‑059 appointing Jeremy Robertson as Police Chief (7‑0)

Administrative Law Judge

The Administrative Law Judge will hear a request to allow utilities to remain above ground for the West Jordan Flex Buildings on Dannon Way. The public may attend in person or call the planning office to comment.

• Hearing on variance for West Jordan Flex Buildings (5647 West Dannon Way)
• Request to waive underground utility requirement for M-1 Zone
• William Berg is the applicant for the variance

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider an amended administrative conditional use permit. The request concerns the hours of operation for a business located at 8537 South Redwood Road Suite B.

• Amended Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Just Relax in Motion at 8537 South Redwood Road Suite B regarding hours of operation

The Zoning Administrator approved an amendment to the Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Just Relax in Motion at 8537 South Redwood Road, Suite B. The amendment adds condition 2e allowing group lessons from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. to help keep parking demand low. No public comments were received.

• Approved amended Administrative Conditional Use Permit (added condition 2e for 6‑9 a.m. group lessons)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Council discussed a proposed transportation impact fee of $418.44, with a study‑supported fee of $558.27, but decided to revisit the item and request an expanded comparison of commercial impact fees. Council members also debated the Wildland Urban Interface designation required by House Bill 48, asking staff to develop a recommendation. Regarding accessory dwelling units, the Council asked staff to gather more information on allowing separate electric utility meters before taking action.

• Transportation impact fee study sent back for further discussion; staff to provide expanded commercial fee comparison (no vote)
• Staff to develop recommendation on Wildland Urban Interface boundary after council feedback (no vote)
• Staff to gather additional information on separate electric utility meters for ADUs before any policy decision (no vote)

City Council Meeting

The council approved Ordinance No. 25-55 creating Home Ownership Promotion Zones for affordable housing with a 7-0 vote. It also approved Resolution No. 25-053 appointing Michael Wilkey as Human Resources Manager and Ordinance No. 25-52 amending home‑occupation rules, each by a 7-0 vote. A motion to override the mayor’s veto of the golf‑cart ordinance failed 3-4. A public hearing on a mosquito‑abatement tax increase was scheduled for Dec 8, 2025.

• Approved Ordinance No. 25-55 (Home Ownership Promotion Zone) (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-053 appointing Michael Wilkey as Human Resources Manager (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-52 amendments to Home Occupations code (7-0)
• Failed to override Mayor Burton’s veto of Ordinance No. 25-54 (golf carts) (3-4)
• Scheduled public hearing on Mosquito Abatement tax increase for Dec 8, 2025

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review a project at Copper Mountain Plaza. The meeting focuses on a specific development site in the P-C Zone.

• Review of Copper Mountain Plaza located at 8939 South 5600 West (P-C Zone)
• Approval of September 23, 2025 minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will decide on a conditional use permit for a fast food restaurant. The body will also consider a recommendation to City Council regarding a residential rezoning request.

• Lopez Plaza (1454 West 7800 South): Preliminary Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for Fast Food Restaurant
• Sandra’s Place (1490 West 8600 South): Rezone 1.47 acres from A-5 to R-1-8
• Approval of 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Schedule

The commission approved the minutes from the October 7 meeting and the 2026 meeting schedule, each by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the Conditional Use Permit and the Preliminary Site Plan for Lopez Plaza at 1454 West 7800 South, with all staff‑listed conditions, each by a 5‑0 vote. The commission gave a positive recommendation to the City Council for the Sandra’s Place rezoning, but no final rezoning decision was made.

• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Planning Commission meeting schedule (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Lopez Plaza (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Site Plan for Lopez Plaza (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

Council members indicated majority support for staff to work with Council Members Bloom and Bedore on drafting language for pet‑sale source‑transparency regulations. No vote tally was recorded. No other measures, including the Wagstaff Investments rezoning request, were adopted or denied.

• Supported staff drafting pet‑sale source‑transparency regulation language (majority support, no vote count recorded)

City Council Meeting

The council approved Ordinance No. 25‑49, amending the city code to allow motor vehicle sales as a conditional use in the C‑M (Heavy Commercial) zone, with a 7‑0 vote. It also approved Ordinance No. 25‑50 to permit veterinary services as a permitted use in the M‑1 zone, also 7‑0. The council denied Ordinance No. 25‑51 to rename the cul‑de‑sac at 2290 West to Poison Spider Circle, voting 6‑1. Additionally, the council approved Ordinance No. 25‑54 adding a golf‑cart chapter to the code, passing 4‑3.

• Approved Motor Vehicle Sales conditional use in C‑M zone (7‑0)
• Approved Veterinary Services as permitted use in M‑1 zone (7‑0)
• Denied renaming cul‑de‑sac to Poison Spider Circle (6‑1)
• Approved Golf Cart Chapter 6 amendment to City Code (4‑3)

Administrative Law Judge

The Administrative Law Judge will consider a variance request for the Taylor’s Grove development at 7218 South Temple Drive. The applicant seeks relief from City Code Section 8-2-4, which normally requires utilities to be underground along 1300 West in the R‑1‑8 zone. The judge may also address unrelated matters after the public comment period.

• Taylor’s Grove variance request – 7218 South Temple Drive, R‑1‑8 zone
• Relief from City Code Section 8-2-4 requiring underground utilities along 1300 West

Planning Commission

The West Jordan Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several items, including approving the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. It will review a subdivision condition amendment for Pierson Farms and a preliminary subdivision plat for Addenbrook Phase 5. The commission will also recommend four text amendments to the city code covering a Home Ownership Promotion Zone, parking lot standards, public art regulations, and utility easements.

• Approve minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting
• Pierson Farms amendment to subdivision condition for fencing material (R‑1‑8 zone)
• Addenbrook Phase 5 preliminary subdivision plat: 61 lots on 5.9 acres (MFR zone)
• Text amendment to create a Home Ownership Promotion Zone and define affordable housing
• Text amendment to clarify parking lot location, construction materials, and requirements (Title 13‑12‑6C 1‑4)

The commission unanimously approved an amendment to use solid vinyl fencing at Pierson Farms. It also approved the preliminary subdivision plat for Addenbrook Phase 5, creating 61 lots on about 6.3 acres. Finally, the commission forwarded a positive recommendation to the City Council for a Home Ownership Promotion Zone text amendment.

• Approved amendment to use solid vinyl fence at Pierson Farms (1996 South Gardner Lane) – vote 7-0
• Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plat for Addenbrook Phase 5 (61 lots, ~6.3 acres) – vote 7-0
• Forwarded positive recommendation to City Council for Home Ownership Promotion Zone text amendment – vote 7-0

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The West Jordan Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on September 29, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. at City Hall. The agenda includes Item #1, a request by Olympus Trucking Service LLC for an Administrative Conditional Use Permit to allow outdoor storage on parcel 21-31-454-003, located at 4327 West 8480 South in the M‑1 zone. The meeting will be recorded and public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Olympus Trucking Service – Administrative Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage on parcel 21-31-454-003 (4327 West 8480 South) in M‑1 zone

The Acting Zoning Administrator approved an Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Olympus Trucking Service at 4327 West 8480 South and 4322 West Farm Road. The approval includes specific conditions on gates, material storage, and vehicle parking. No members of the public spoke on the item, and the public hearing was closed.

• Approved Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Olympus Trucking Service (no vote recorded)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee heard a presentation on the regional “Transit Fresh Look” study and considered possible Bus Rapid Transit options along Redwood Road. Council members reviewed proposed amendments to the Home Occupations ordinance and to City Code titles related to fee waivers. No motions were adopted, and staff were asked to bring the proposals back to a future meeting.

City Council Meeting

The West Jordan City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 25‑43 to create a “Corridor” land use in the General Plan and Ordinance No. 25‑44 to apply the Corridor designation to about 56 acres on Redwood Road. The council also approved a Sub‑Area Development Plan for Dry Creek Highlands (Ordinance 25‑45) and two traffic‑calming measures (Ordinances 25‑46 and 25‑47). All motions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved Ordinance 25‑43 creating a “Corridor” land use in the General Plan (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑44 applying the “Corridor” designation to ~56 acres on Redwood Road (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑45 Sub‑Area Development Plan for Dry Creek Highlands Sub‑Area 2 (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑46 amendment to City Code §14‑5‑5 C(2) on traffic‑calming devices (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑47 adoption of the Traffic Calming Manual and design drawings (7‑0)

Redevelopment Meeting

The Redevelopment Agency Board approved the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting with a 7‑0 vote. The board then approved a recess to a closed session to discuss pending or imminent litigation, also passing 7‑0. The meeting was adjourned unanimously with a 6‑0 vote (one member absent).

• Approved June 24, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved recess to closed session on pending litigation (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0, one member absent)

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and review two specific project proposals. The body is evaluating design elements for a residential unit and a pool complex.

• Newton EADU at 6920 South 2200 West (RR-.5 Zone)
• Terraine Pool Complex at 7173 W. Hikers Pass Drive (PCH Zone)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The West Jordan Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on September 22, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. The agenda includes an administrative conditional use permit request for outdoor storage at 3575 West Galaxy Park Place, located in the M‑1 zone. The applicant is DesignScapes, LLC represented by Alex Short. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person.

• Administrative Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage at 3575 West Galaxy Park Place (M‑1 zone) – applicant DesignScapes, LLC

The Zoning Administrator approved an Administrative Conditional Use Permit for DesignScapes, LLC to store hardscape materials at 3575 West Galaxy Park Place. The permit includes conditions on business activities, waste removal, and paving requirements. No public comments were received during the hearing.

• Approved Administrative Conditional Use Permit for DesignScapes Storage at 3575 West Galaxy Park Place (no vote recorded)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to take final action on two development projects. The body will consider a conditional use permit for an event center and a preliminary site plan for a temple and meetinghouse.

• Conditional Use Permit for Muñequitos Event Center at 1633 West 7800 South
• Preliminary Site Plan for West Jordan Utah Temple and Meetinghouse at 7148/7152 S U-111 Highway

The commission approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0). It approved a Conditional Use Permit for Mufiequitos Event Center at 1633 West 7800 South (7-0). It also approved the Preliminary Site Plan for the West Jordan Utah Temple and Meetinghouse on South U‑111 Highway (7-0). The meeting was adjourned at 6:30 p.m.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Mufiequitos Event Center, 1633 West 7800 South (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Site Plan for West Jordan Utah Temple and Meetinghouse, 7148/7152 S U‑111 Highway (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole discussed proposed updates to road impact fees, adding housing as a limited use in commercial zones, exterior lighting regulations, and a draft golf‑cart ordinance. No votes or formal approvals were recorded. Council members expressed interest in further dialogue and agreed to place the topics on a future work‑session agenda.

City Council Meeting

The council adopted Ordinance No. 25‑39, which adopts the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Master Plan. The motion was moved by Kelvin Green, seconded by Chad Lamb, and passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote. No other ordinances were decided at this meeting.

• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑39 adopting the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Master Plan (6‑0)

Fairway Estates Special Service Recreation District Meeting

The Fairway Estates Special Service Recreation District Board approved the consent items on September 9, 2025. The items included the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes and Resolution No. 022 amending the 2025 property tax rate. The motion passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 022 amending 2025 property tax rate (6-0)

Planning Commission

The West Jordan Planning & Zoning Commission will approve the August 5, 2025 minutes and hold public hearings on several applications. Items include a final action on an amended conditional use permit for the Aligned Energy Transmission Line along 6600 West, a conditional use permit for LP4 Dogtown Pet Spa & Resort at 8014 South Welby Park Drive, and a preliminary subdivision plat for Copper Meadows Phase 1 and 2 at 7275 West / 8200 South. The commission will also recommend to City Council a General Plan text amendment creating a “Corridor” land‑use designation on about 56 acres along Redwood Road, and adopt a Traffic Calming Manual for new development.

• Aligned Energy Transmission Line – amended conditional use permit for relocation along 6600 West (Wells Park Road to 9800 South)
• LP4 Dogtown Pet Spa & Resort – conditional use permit for pet boarding at 8014 South Welby Park Drive
• Copper Meadows Phase 1 and 2 – preliminary subdivision plat (59 lots on 14.7 acres) at 7275 West / 8200 South
• Corridor – General Plan text and Future Land Use Map amendment for ~56 acres along Redwood Road
• Traffic Calming Manual – recommendation to adopt amendment to City Code Title 14‑5‑5 C(2) for new residential development

The West Jordan Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. The commission also approved an amended Conditional Use Permit for the Aligned Transmission Line at approximately 6534 West Wells Park Road, again by a 5‑0 vote. A motion was made to approve a Conditional Use Permit for LP4 Dogtown Pet Spa & Resort at 8014 South Welby Park Drive #202, but the minutes do not record the final vote outcome.

• Approved August 5, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved amended Conditional Use Permit for Aligned Transmission Line, 6534 West Wells Park Rd (5-0)
• Motion to approve Conditional Use Permit for LP4 Dogtown Pet Spa & Resort, 8014 South Welby Park Dr #202 (vote outcome not recorded)

Committee of the Whole

The Council approved a revised city vision statement that reads, “West Jordan is a welcoming, vibrant, sustainable city … future generations.” A majority also voiced support for the draft Traffic Calming Manual and agreed to schedule a future Committee of the Whole discussion and a field trip for the West Jordan Historical Society. Staff were directed to continue work on a new Home Ownership Promotion Zone (HOPZ) rather than amend the existing Integrated Housing Ordinance.

• Adopt revised city vision statement (majority support)
• Express majority support for the draft Traffic Calming Manual
• Agree to schedule a future Committee of the Whole discussion and a field trip to the Historical Society museum
• Form a committee to develop a standardized reporting format for the Historical Society (volunteers offered)
• Direct staff to focus on creating a new HOPZ zone rather than updating the Integrated Housing Ordinance

Board of Canvassers

The West Jordan Board of Canvassers voted to approve Resolution No. 25-044, which certifies the 2025 primary election results and identifies the successful candidates for the general election. The motion passed unanimously with an 8‑0 vote. The meeting then adjourned.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-044 certifying primary election results (8-0)

City Council Meeting

The council voted unanimously to adopt Ordinance No. 25‑40, a Master Development Agreement for the Visionary Square project, and also unanimously approved Ordinance No. 25‑41, a Future Land Use Map amendment rezoning 6.81 acres to Professional Office and 2.9 acres to P‑O zone. Additional ordinances were adopted, including a unanimous approval of an amendment to External Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations (Ordinance 25‑34) and a 5‑2 approval of changes to commercial‑vehicle storage rules (Ordinance 25‑37). The council also unanimously approved a $77 fee waiver for the Jordan School District’s 2025 Fall Family Fair (Resolution 25‑046).

• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑40 Master Development Agreement for Visionary Square (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑41 Future Land Use Map amendment for Visionary Square (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑34 Amendment to External Accessory Dwelling Unit code (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑37 Amendments to commercial‑vehicle storage rules in residential zones (5‑2)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑046 $77 fee waiver for Jordan School District 2025 Fall Family Fair (7‑0)

Design Review Committee

The committee will first approve the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting. It will then review the La Cantera Market project located at 2877 West 7800 South in the SC-2 zone. Finally, the committee will discuss the Dry Creek Highlands Subarea 2 Development Plan in the P-C zone.

• Approve minutes from May 27, 2025
• Review La Cantera Market project at 2877 West 7800 South, SC-2 zone
• Discuss Dry Creek Highlands Subarea 2 Development Plan, P-C zone

Committee of the Whole

The council unanimously supported Council Member Green working with staff on new cost‑recovery language for emergencies. A majority voted to update the city code to align with Utah House Bill 278 on massage‑business regulations. The council also voted a majority to invite local massage‑business representatives to future discussions on the proposed enhancements. Staff will update the landscape‑water‑use study and present findings to the council in December.

• Unanimously supported Council Member Green drafting cost‑recovery language with staff
• Majority supported updating city code to align with HB 278 on massage establishments
• Majority approved inviting business representatives Angela Alan and Adalyn to discussion
• Council members expressed support for waiting on water‑rate study until staff update in December

Truth in Taxation Meeting

The August 19, 2025 Truth in Taxation hearing presented a proposed 2.93% property tax increase, explained by Administrative Services Director Danyce Steck. The proposal would raise the average homeowner's annual tax by about $2. The council was reminded it must adopt the final tax rate and budget by September 1, but no vote or decision was recorded at this meeting.

Administrative Law Judge

The Administrative Law Judge will consider a variance application to reduce the rear yard setback requirements for a property at 8908 South Pagoda Tree Lane. The request is for a parcel in the R-1-8D zone and is submitted by McCoy Stoker/Universe Construction (Mark Forsythe #34711). The public may comment by phone, email, or in person during the meeting. The judge may also address other unrelated matters after the public portion.

• Variance request for 8908 South Pagoda Tree Lane
• Reduction of rear yard setback requirements
• R-1-8D residential zone
• Applicant: McCoy Stoker/Universe Construction (Mark Forsythe #34711)
• Parcel ID 27-05-277-004

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The West Jordan Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on an administrative conditional use permit for outdoor storage at the Critters RV facility located at 4196 West Farm Road. The applicant, Critters RV/Val A. Herbert, seeks approval to operate outdoor storage at that site. Public comments will be limited to three minutes per person.

• Item #1: Administrative Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage at 4196 West Farm Road (Critters RV/Val A. Herbert)

The Zoning Administrator held a hearing on August 11, 2025 for Critters RV Storage at 4196 West Farm Road, an M‑1 zone. Staff presented the site plan showing vehicles moved inside the building or onto asphalt and that screening requirements were met. No members of the public spoke, and Administrator Larry Gardner approved the administrative conditional use permit with no conditions.

• Approved Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Critters RV Storage (4196 West Farm Road)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on conditional use permits and provide recommendations to the City Council regarding land use map amendments, rezoning, and city-wide code updates.

• Conditional Use Permit for pylon sign at 5701 West 9000 South
• Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage and salt/sand piles at 5510 West Wells Park Road
• Proposed rezone of 6.508 acres at 7495 South 1300 West to Public Facilities Zone
• Proposed rezone of 2.89 acres at 3860 West 9000 South to Professional Office Zone
• Recommendation to amend the 2023 General Plan for the Sanitary Sewer Master Plan Update

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting by a 6‑0 vote. It also approved a conditional use permit for a freeway‑oriented pylon sign at 5701 West 9000 South, and a conditional use permit plus a design‑standard modification for the Salt Depot storage yard at 5510 West Wells Park Road, each by 6‑0 votes.

• Approved minutes of July 15, 2025 (6‑0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Truck Ranch pylon sign at 5701 West 9000 South (6‑0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Salt Depot outdoor storage & operations at 5510 West Wells Park Road (6‑0)
• Approved Modification to Design Standards for Salt Depot at 5510 West Wells Park Road (6‑0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The West Jordan Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider an administrative conditional use permit for a gateway sign at approximately 1000 West 7000 South. The applicant is YESCO/City of West Jordan.

• Administrative Conditional Use Permit for a Gateway Sign at 1000 West 7000 South
• Public hearing to be held July 23, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
• City of West Jordan and YESCO are the applicant and applicant, respectively

The Zoning Administrator approved the Administrative Conditional Use Permit for the new gateway sign at approximately 1000 West 7000 South. The approval includes a condition that the applicant and the city work with the planning department to determine placement that mitigates any detrimental effect to a nearby resident’s home. Landscape design plans are still under review pending corrected submissions.

• Approved Administrative Conditional Use Permit for 7000 South gateway sign (condition: placement mitigation with planning department)

Committee of the Whole

The West Jordan Council indicated support for several initiatives. Staff will further study a transfer of development rights ordinance and a housing zone change to allow six units per acre. The Council also approved a flexible $8 M financial contribution for a proposed County recreation center, including land donation, a $7 M upfront construction share, and the ability to spread operating costs over more than four years. Additionally, the Council supported holding district meetings that include at‑large representatives.

• Supported staff to explore a transfer of development rights ordinance
• Supported modifying housing zones to allow six units per acre
• Supported donation of land for a County recreation center with reversion clause
• Supported a $7 M upfront construction contribution and flexible timing of the total $8 M contribution for the recreation center
• Supported spreading the $1 M operating‑cost contribution over more than four years
• Supported staff adjusting the timing of the total $8 M contribution during negotiations
• Supported holding district meetings and including at‑large council members

City Council Meeting

The City Council voted to approve Resolution No. 25-042, allowing the placement of a stone bench memorial honoring Erika Ellis on the Jordan River Parkway. The motion was amended to specify the applicant’s proposed bench and passed unanimously with a 6-0 vote. Council members Chad Lamb, Kayleen Whitelock, Bob Bedore, Pamela Bloom, Kelvin Green, and Kent Shelton voted yes; Zach Jacob was absent.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-042 for Erika Ellis memorial bench (6-0)

Planning Commission

The West Jordan Planning and Zoning Commission will approve the minutes from its July 1, 2025 meeting. It will hold a public hearing with final action on an amended conditional use permit for the Aligned Energy transmission line along 6600 West between Wells Park Road and 9800 South. The commission will also hear a recommendation to the City Council to amend the city code to allow external accessory dwelling units on single‑family lots of 10,000 sq ft or larger and adjust setbacks city‑wide.

• Approve minutes from the July 1, 2025 Planning Commission meeting (consent calendar).
• Final action on an amended Conditional Use Permit for the Aligned Energy Transmission Line along 6600 West from Wells Park Road to 9800 South.
• Recommendation to the City Council to amend Title 13-5B-8 to permit external accessory dwelling units on single‑family lots 10,000 sq ft or larger and modify setbacks.

The commission approved the minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting by a 6‑0 vote. It then moved to table the public hearing for the amended conditional use permit for the Aligned Energy Transmission Line until September 2, 2025, passing 5‑0 with one abstention.

• Approved July 1, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Tabled Aligned Energy Transmission Line permit hearing to Sept 2, 2025 (5-0, 1 abstention)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The West Jordan Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on an administrative conditional use permit application from Ferrus Industries, Inc. for outdoor storage on a parcel in the M‑1 zone located at 4250 West Farm Road. The meeting will allow limited public comments of up to three minutes per person. No other agenda items are listed.

• Conditional use permit for outdoor storage – Ferrus Industries, 4250 West Farm Rd, M‑1 zone

The Zoning Administrator reviewed an application for an administrative conditional use permit for outdoor storage at 4250 West Farm Road, submitted by Ferrus Industries, Inc. and applicant Cody Steadman. No members of the public attended or spoke on the matter. Larry Gardner approved the permit without recommending any conditions and noted no anticipated detrimental effects. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Ferrus Industries outdoor storage at 4250 West Farm Road

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the Sugar Factory on the Creek townhome proposal, proposed updates to home‑occupation and massage‑establishment regulations, and the possible permitting of golf carts on city streets. No motions were adopted, no votes were recorded, and no actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

City Council Meeting

The council adopted Ordinance No. 25‑23, amending the city code to define and allow short‑term rentals in specified zones, with a footnote change permitting rentals with lot‑owner permission. The motion passed unanimously, 7‑0. The council also approved a fee waiver for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, formalized leadership appointments for July‑December, and approved a boundary‑adjustment consent item, each with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑23 to permit short‑term rentals and update definition (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑039 fee waiver of $855 for suicide‑prevention event (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑037 formalizing Chair, Vice‑Chair, Past‑Chair appointments (7‑0)
• Approved consent items, including boundary adjustment with West Valley City (7‑0)

Planning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will approve the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. It will also consider a rezoning request for parcels 1394 and 1378 West 7800 South, totaling .865 acres, changing the designation from R-2 (Two‑family Residential) to C‑G (General Commercial). The commission will make a recommendation to the City Council for final action.

• Approve minutes from the June 17, 2025 Planning & Zoning Commission meeting
• Rezone .865 acres at 1394 & 1378 West 7800 South from R-2 to C-G per Sprinkler Supply Co. application

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting by a 7‑0 vote. The commission then moved, seconded, and passed a 7‑0 vote to forward a positive recommendation to the City Council to rezone 0.865 acres at 1394 and 1378 West 7800 South from R-2 to C‑G. The meeting was adjourned at 6:11 p.m.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Forwarded positive rezoning recommendation for 1394 & 1378 West 7800 South from R-2 to C-G (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The council reached consensus to change the Future Land Use Map designation and zoning of the South Valley Water Reclamation Facility site from Business and Research Park to Professional Office. Staff were directed to gather more information on potential impacts of other operations. A majority of council members supported six‑foot setbacks for external ADUs and a 20‑foot setback for corner‑side‑yard ADUs, with setbacks increasing for units taller than 17 feet.

• Council consensus to rezone site to Professional Office (PO) zone
• Staff directed to collect additional impact information for the site
• Majority support for six‑foot setbacks from rear and internal side property lines for external ADUs
• Majority support for 20‑foot setbacks for external ADU corner side yards, matching external garages
• Majority support for increasing setbacks when ADU height exceeds 17 feet

City Council Meeting

The West Jordan City Council voted to approve Ordinance No. 25-28, amending the Future Land Use Map and rezoning approximately 0.625 acres at 1739 West Drake Lane to Medium‑Density Residential and Single‑Family Residential (R‑1‑5). The motion passed 6‑1, with Chair Chad Lamb voting no. A public hearing was also held for Ordinances 25‑25, 25‑26, and 25‑27, but no votes were recorded.

• Approved Ordinance No. 25-28 to amend Future Land Use Map and rezone 1739 West Drake Lane (6-1)
• Held public hearing for Ordinances 25-25, 25-26, and 25-27 (no vote recorded)

Redevelopment Agency Meeting

The board voted 2‑4 against Resolution No. 253, which would have reduced the FY2026 redevelopment budget allocation for an electronic sign on 7800 South from $75,000 to $5,000. The May 27, 2025 meeting minutes were approved unanimously (6‑0). A motion to hold a closed session on pending litigation and real‑property matters also passed unanimously (6‑0).

• Resolution No. 253 amendment to FY2026 budget – failed 2‑4
• Approve May 27, 2025 meeting minutes – passed 6‑0
• Convene closed session on litigation and real‑property issues – passed unanimously (6‑0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a conditional use permit for outdoor storage and a residential rezoning. The body will also consider a city-wide text amendment to remove massage therapy as a permitted or conditional use in multiple zones.

• Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage at 5434 West Leo Park Road (Beck Construction)
• Rezone 2.70 acres from R-1-8C to R-1-8C(IDO-1) at 8399 South Dunlop Drive
• Text Amendment to remove 'Massage Therapy' as a permitted or conditional use from various city zones
• Ratify appointment of Jay Thomas to the CDBG Committee

The Planning Commission approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote. It also approved a Conditional Use Permit for Beck Construction at 5434 West Leo Park Road with a 6‑0 vote. The commission voted 5‑1 to forward a negative recommendation to the City Council on the rezoning of 2.7 acres at 8399 South Dunlop Drive.

• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Beck Construction, 5434 West Leo Park Rd (6-0)
• Forwarded negative recommendation on rezoning 2.7 acres at 8399 South Dunlop Dr (5-1)

City Council Meeting

The council approved a fee waiver of $325 for the Dixie Park Neighborhood Clean‑Up event (7‑0). It adopted Ordinance 25‑22 fixing compensation for elected and statutory officers (5‑2) and approved Resolution 25‑027 stating the FY 2026 compensation increase (7‑0). The General Plan amendment for moderate‑income housing (Ordinance 25‑24) was also approved (7‑0). Finally, the council adopted Resolution 25‑032 establishing an interlocal agreement with Taylorsville City for shared court services (7‑0).

• Approved $325 fee waiver for Dixie Park Clean‑Up (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑22 fixing officer compensation (5‑2)
• Approved Resolution 25‑027 stating FY 2026 officer compensation increase (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑24 General Plan amendment for moderate‑income housing (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑032 interlocal court services agreement with Taylorsville (7‑0)
• Approved recess to closed session for real‑property discussion (7‑0)

Planning Commission

The West Jordan Planning Commission will first approve the minutes from its May 20 meeting. It will then hold public hearings with final action on three subdivision proposals: Terraine Plat 8, Saint Marcos Circle, and Victory Builders. The commission will also consider a future land‑use map amendment for Parker Place II that rezones .6275 acres. Recommendations from these hearings may be forwarded to City Council for final approval.

• Approve minutes from May 20, 2025 (Consent Calendar)
• Terraine Plat 8 – 7400 South SR‑111: preliminary subdivision plat for 71 residential lots, 1 TDOS lot, and 6 park lots on 15.176 acres (PCH Zone)
• Saint Marcos Circle – 7892 & 7898 South 2200 West: preliminary subdivision plat for 6 lots on 1.73 acres
• Victory Builders – 1390 West 9000 South: preliminary site plan and condominium plat for 36 lots on 2.65 acres (C‑G Zone)
• Parker Place II – 1739 West Drake Lane: future land‑use map amendment rezoning .6275 acres from Professional Office to Medium‑Density Residential and R‑1‑5 zones

The commission approved the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting by a 7‑0 vote. It then approved the Preliminary Major Subdivision Plat and Subarea Plan for Terraine Plat 8 (71 residential lots on about 15.176 acres at 7400 South and SR‑111) with the staff‑listed conditions, also by a 7‑0 vote. The commission likewise approved the preliminary subdivision plat for Saint Marcos Circle (5 lots on 1.73 acres at 7892/7898 South 2200 West) and added a requirement for a chain‑link fence along the canal, again by a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved May 20 2025 minutes (7‑0)
• Approved Terraine Plat 8 preliminary subdivision (71 lots, 15.176 acres) (7‑0)
• Approved Saint Marcos Circle preliminary subdivision (5 lots) with chain‑link fence condition (7‑0)
• Jay Thomas volunteered as new CDBG committee representative (ratification pending)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed FY2026 tentative budgets for Community Preservation, Public Works, Public Utilities, Public Services, Facilities, Parks, Police, Fire, Animal Services, Crossing Guards, and SWAT. Members discussed staffing, equipment, fee adjustments, and potential tax increases, but no votes, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting was recessed at 6:38 pm, reconvened at 8:31 pm, and adjourned at 9:22 pm.

Design Review Committee

The committee will first approve the minutes from its April 22, 2025 meeting. It will then review the Lumina development at 8399 S. Dunlop Drive, a proposed R-1-8 (IDO-1) zoning change continued from the previous meeting. Finally, the committee will discuss the West Jordan Utah Temple and Meetinghouse project at 7148 South U-111 Highway, located in the PCH zone.

• Approve minutes from April 22, 2025 meeting
• Review Lumina project – 8399 S. Dunlop Drive, proposed R-1-8 (IDO-1) zoning
• Discuss West Jordan Utah Temple and Meetinghouse – 7148 South U-111 Highway, PCH zone

City Council Meeting

The West Jordan City Council voted 7‑0 to approve Ordinance No. 25‑18, rezoning approximately 20.96 acres at 5891 West 7000 South to R‑1‑9 for Bingham Heights Phase 5. The council also unanimously approved the consent items, including a franchise agreement with Qwest Corporation (Resolution No. 25‑020). No other motions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑18 rezoning 20.96 acres to R‑1‑9 (vote 7‑0)
• Approved consent items and Resolution No. 25‑020 franchise agreement with Qwest (vote 7‑0)

Fairway Estates Special Service Recreation District Meeting

The board unanimously approved Resolution No. 020, setting the 2025 property tax rate at .000909 (about a 10% increase). It also approved Resolution No. 021, adopting the Fairway Estates Special Service Recreation District budget for fiscal year 2026. Finally, the board approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting.

• Approved Resolution No. 020 setting 2025 property tax rate (.000909) – vote 7-0
• Approved Resolution No. 021 adopting FY2026 annual budget – vote 7-0
• Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes – vote 7-0

Redevelopment Agency Meeting

The board approved Resolution No. 251, adopting the Fiscal Year 2026 Redevelopment Agency budget and adding $30,000 for economic‑data software and $75,000 for a digital sign at the 7800 South entrance (vote 6‑1). The board also approved Resolution No. 252, amending the Fiscal Year 2025 budget (vote 7‑0). Consent items, including approval of the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes, were adopted unanimously (7‑0).

• Adopted FY2026 Redevelopment Agency budget with $30K software and $75K sign amendments (6-1)
• Approved FY2025 budget amendment (Resolution 252) (7-0)
• Approved consent items: May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

Planning Commission

The West Jordan Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several applications, including conditional use permits for adult daycares and site plans for commercial projects. The commission will vote on a land‑use map amendment that would rezone 19.313 acres at Merced Creek to high‑density residential, add an Interchange Overlay, and adopt a master development plan. Additional items include a general‑plan amendment for moderate‑income housing and a code amendment to permit short‑term rentals city‑wide. All items are open for public comment before final action.

• Conditional Use Permit for Adult Daycare at 1227 West 9000 South (SC‑2 Zone) – My Haven Day Support
• Conditional Use Permit for Adult Daycare at 6671 South Redwood Road (P‑O Zone) – Heritage Forever Living
• Preliminary Site Plan for Dollar Tree at 7741 South 5600 West (SC‑2 Zone) – Peterson Development Co., LLC
• Preliminary Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for Holiday Inn Express at 7228 Campus View Drive (P‑O Zone, height >40 ft) – Maruti Hospitality LLC
• Future Land Use Map amendment to rezone 19.313 acres at 5600 West 8600 South (Merced Creek) to high‑density residential, add Interchange Overlay, and adopt Master Development Plan – The Boyer Company

The commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for an adult daycare at 1227 West 9000 South, authorizing up to five employees. It also approved a Conditional Use Permit for an adult daycare at 6671 South Redwood Road, authorizing up to ten employees. Finally, the commission approved the Preliminary Site Plan for a Dollar Tree store at 7741 South 5600 West.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for adult daycare at 1227 West 9000 South (7-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for adult daycare at 6671 South Redwood Road (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Site Plan for Dollar Tree at 7741 South 5600 West (vote not recorded)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the FY2026 tentative budget, including a proposed 2% property tax rate increase, new staff positions, and potential grant funding. Council members asked questions about police license‑plate reader policies, AXON DraftOne software costs, annexation revenue timing, and IT software options. No motions were adopted, votes taken, or actions approved during the meeting.

City Council Meeting

The West Jordan City Council approved several items, including the 2025‑2029 Community Development Block Grant plan, a service‑in‑lieu agreement for the VFW, a twin‑home exemption, rezoning of 190 Commerce to M‑1, revocation language for conditional use permits, and amendments to the City Procurement Code. All motions passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote. Consent items, such as meeting minutes and a piano donation, were also approved.

• Approved Resolution 25‑022 (CDBG Consolidated Plan and 2025 Action Plan) – passed 7‑0
• Approved Resolution 25‑024 (VFW service in lieu of fees for Station 54 community room) – passed 7‑0
• Approved Ordinance 25‑21 (Twin‑home exemption on R‑3 parcels) – passed 7‑0
• Approved Ordinance 25‑17 (Rezoning 190 Commerce at 7381 West New Bingham Highway to M‑1) – passed 7‑0
• Approved Ordinance 25‑19 (Add revocation language to Conditional Use Permit rules) – passed 7‑0
• Approved Ordinance 25‑20 (Amendments to Title 3 – City Procurement) – passed 7‑0
• Approved consent items (April meeting minutes and piano donation) – passed 7‑0

Fairway Estates Board Meeting

The board adopted Resolution No. 018, adopting the tentative budget for fiscal year 2026 and setting May 27, 2025 as the date for a public hearing on the final budget and tax rate. It also adopted Resolution No. 019, acknowledging the intent to exceed the certified tax rate of .000909. The April 22, 2025 meeting minutes were approved. All three motions passed unanimously (7‑0).

• Approved Resolution No. 018 adopting FY 2026 tentative budget and setting May 27, 2025 public hearing date (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 019 acknowledging intent to exceed certified tax rate of .000909 (7-0)
• Approved April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council Meeting

Mayor Dirk Burton presented the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026. The council expressed no opposition, and Chair Chad Lamb indicated that a formal motion was not required. The mayor was asked to consider the FY2026 budget accepted.

• Accepted Mayor's FY2026 proposed budget (no vote recorded)

Municipal Building Authority Meeting

The West Jordan Municipal Building Authority board approved MBA Resolution No. 116, adopting the annual budget for fiscal year 2026, with a unanimous 7‑0 vote. The board also approved the minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting, again by a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved MBA Resolution No. 116 adopting FY 2026 budget (7-0)
• Approved April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

Redevelopment Agency Meeting

The board approved RDA Resolution No. 250, adopting the tentative budget for the Redevelopment Agency for fiscal year 2026 and setting a May 27, 2025 public hearing for the final budget. The motion passed unanimously, 7‑0. The board also approved the minutes from the April 22, 2025 Redevelopment Agency meeting, also by a 7‑0 vote.

• Adopted tentative FY2026 Redevelopment Agency budget (7-0)
• Approved April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

Council members discussed the proposed Prose River Park multi‑family development and the Parker Place II residential lot proposal. The conversation covered parking requirements, zoning constraints, and possible financing options, but no votes, approvals, denials, or tabling actions were recorded. The meeting concluded without any formal actions taken.

Committee of the Whole

Mayor Dirk Burton introduced Glori Buchei as the new Community Outreach Coordinator. The Council reviewed updates to the 2024 Sanitary Sewer Master Plan, a proposed Visionary Square rezoning, and draft Title 13 amendments on commercial vehicle storage. Members expressed support for bringing the Title 13 draft and the revised city vision statement back to a future Council meeting for action, but no formal decisions or vote tallies were recorded.

• Introduced Glori Buchei as Community Outreach Coordinator (appointment announced)
• Discussed proposed updates to the 2024 Sanitary Sewer Master Plan (no decision)
• Reviewed Visionary Square development amendment to the Future Land Use Map (no decision)
• Reviewed draft Title 13 amendments on commercial vehicle storage (no decision)
• Council members indicated support for bringing Title 13 draft back to Council for action (no vote recorded)
• Council members indicated support for bringing revised vision statement back for adoption (no vote recorded)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed proposed amendments to Title 3 procurement rules, the Southwest Quadrant Development Plan, the Healey Company townhome concept, and a preview of the FY 2026 budget. No motions were adopted, denied, or voted on; the items were referred to future meetings or left without resolution.

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and review two development projects. The committee is evaluating site plans for properties on W. 7800 South and S. Dunlop Drive.

• Highlands South Lot 2 Pad D at 5653 W. 7800 South (SC-2 Zone)
• Lumina at 8399 S. Dunlop Drive (R-1-8 proposed IDO-1 Zone)

City Council Meeting

The West Jordan City Council approved three ordinances and a resolution, each passing unanimously (6‑0). Ordinance No. 25‑16 amends the Good Landlord Program and short‑term rental rules. Resolution No. 25‑017 adopts new fireworks restrictions for the 2025 season. Ordinance No. 25‑12 updates single‑family residential landscaping requirements and removes bonding requirements.

• Approved Ordinance No. 25-16 amending Good Landlord Program and short‑term rentals (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-017 adopting fireworks restrictions for 2025 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-12 amending landscaping requirements and removing bonding (6-0)
• Approved consent items (meeting minutes) (6-0)

Fairway Estates Special Service Recreation District Meeting

The board approved the August 27, 2024 meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote. It also decided that staff will follow the standard budget process for the FY ending June 30, 2026, rather than a Truth in Taxation process. Board Member Pamela Bloom was noted as excused from the meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0)
• Proceed with standard budget process (no vote recorded)

Municipal Building Authority Board Meeting

The board approved Resolution No. 115, adopting the Municipal Building Authority’s tentative budget for fiscal year 2026 and scheduling a public hearing for May 6, 2025. The motion passed unanimously, 6‑0, with Board Member Pamela Bloom absent. The board also approved the June 26, 2024 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved Resolution No. 115 adopting FY 2026 tentative budget (6-0)
• Set May 6, 2025 as date for public hearing on final budget (6-0)
• Approved June 26, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Redevelopment Agency Meeting

The Redevelopment Agency board adopted the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes. The motion passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote. No other items were approved, denied, or tabled.

• Approved March 25, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing regarding a continued application for a sign permit. The body is reviewing a request for an Administrative Conditional Use Permit at 6054 West 7800 South.

• Administrative Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Center Sign at 6054 West 7800 South (Furniture Row)

The administrator approved an Administrative Conditional Use Permit for the Furniture Row Planned Center Sign at 6054 West 7800 South. The approval is conditioned on obtaining a Unified Commercial Development waiver from the Utah Department of Transportation. No public comments were received during the hearing.

• Approved Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Furniture Row Planned Center Sign (condition: obtain UCD waiver)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning of 190 Commerce, changing about 193.32 acres from an agricultural lot zone (A-20) to a light manufacturing zone (M-1). The commission will also hear a conditional use permit for Kinder Construction, a preliminary subdivision plat for Oneleven, and two other rezoning and land‑use amendment proposals. Final recommendations on the 190 Commerce rezoning will be sent to City Council for action.

• Kinder Construction – Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage in a drinking water protection zone at 5782 West Feulner Park Circle (M-1 zone)
• Oneleven – Preliminary subdivision plat of 313 lots on 53.2 acres at 7141 South U‑111 Highway (IH‑D zone)
• 190 Commerce – Rezone 193.32 acres from A‑20 (agriculture) to M‑1 (light manufacturing) at 7381 West New Bingham Highway
• Parker Place II – Future Land Use Map amendment and rezoning of 0.6275 acres from Professional Office to R‑1‑5 (single‑family) at 1739 West Drake Lane
• Bingham Heights Phase 5 – Rezone 20.96 acres from LSFR to R‑1‑9 (single‑family) at 5891 West 7000 South

The West Jordan Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from April 1, 2025. It approved a Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage at 5782 West Feulner Park Circle and a Preliminary Major Subdivision plat for Oneleven at 7400 South Bacchus Highway. The commission also recommended that the City Council approve a rezoning of about 192.32 acres from A‑20 agricultural to M‑1 light‑industrial, and forwarded a recommendation to rezone 20.96 acres from LSFR to R‑1‑9 single‑family. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved minutes of April 1, 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage at 5782 West Feulner Park Circle (5‑0)
• Approved Preliminary Major Subdivision plat for Oneleven at 7400 South Bacchus Highway (5‑0)
• Recommended rezoning of 192.32 acres from A‑20 to M‑1 to City Council (5‑0)
• Moved Parker Place II to an uncertain date (5‑0)
• Recommended rezoning of 20.96 acres from LSFR to R‑1‑9 to City Council (5‑0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The West Jordan Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider administrative conditional use permits for outdoor storage and a planned center sign. The meeting is scheduled for April 14, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Development Conference Room at City Hall.

• Bestway Pallets seeks Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Outdoor Storage at 8580 South Chromalloy Circle.
• Furniture Row Planned Center Sign seeks Administrative Conditional Use Permit at 6054 West 7800 South.
• Synergy Academy Storage seeks Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Outdoor Storage at 9453 South 6400 West.

Larry Gardner approved an Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Bestway Pallets' outdoor storage at 8580 South Chromalloy Circle with no conditions. He also approved an Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Synergy Academy's outdoor storage at 9453 South 6400 West, imposing specific conditions. The hearing for the Furniture Row Planned Center Sign at 6054 West 7800 South was continued to April 21, 2025 to allow engineering review.

• Approved Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Bestway Pallets outdoor storage (8580 South Chromalloy Circle)
• Approved Administrative Conditional Use Permit for Synergy Academy outdoor storage with conditions (9453 South 6400 West)
• Postponed hearing for Furniture Row Planned Center Sign to April 21, 2025

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole held a discussion on a proposed West Jordan recreation center, the city’s emergency management plan, and upcoming budget priorities. No formal motions, votes, or approvals were recorded during the meeting. The council also talked about selecting a member for the Community Development Block Grant Committee, but no appointment was finalized.

City Council Meeting

The West Jordan City Council approved fee waivers for three nonprofit events and a $2,500 security‑deposit waiver for a riding club. It also adopted an amendment to City Code Section 14‑5‑5 concerning stub streets and approved changes to council policies and procedures. All fee‑waiver, security‑deposit, and ordinance motions passed unanimously; the policy amendment passed 4‑2.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-012 waiving $4,902 in fees for Jordan Education Foundation event (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-014 waiving $1,010 in fees for American Foundation for Suicide Prevention event (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-018 waiving $2,500 security deposit for South Oquirrh Hills Western Riding Club (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-14 amending City Code Section 14-5-5 on stub streets (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-009 amending Council Policies and Procedures (4-2)

Planning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review a request for temporary shipping containers during construction. The body will also vote to approve the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting.

• Temporary Use Permit (150 days) for shipping containers at 2821 West Haun Drive (Haun Ventures Storage Containers)

The West Jordan Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting. It also approved a Temporary Use Permit for four storage containers at 2821 West Haun Drive, located in an RR-1D zone, with a 150‑day limit and specific conditions. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit for Haun Ventures Storage Containers at 2821 West Haun Drive (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed proposed language for the Good Landlord Program and short‑term rental regulations, considering fee levels, inspection provisions, and lease requirements. Members also debated amendments to Council policies on Town Hall meetings and public comment periods. No motions were adopted, denied, or voted on, and staff will revise the language for future Council action.

City Council Meeting

The council approved a $800,000 amendment to the 2025 budget for a Courts Project (6-1). It also waived $1,010 park rental fees for two community events, each passing 7-0. The proposed landscaping ordinance was sent back to staff for review (7-0). All consent items were approved unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance No. 25-15 amending FY2025 budget for $800,000 Courts Project (6-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-011 waiving $1,010 park fee for Itineris Early College High School event (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-013 waiving $1,010 park fee for Comunidad Salvadorena de Utah event (7-0)
• Referred Ordinance No. 25-12 landscaping requirements back to staff (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including March 11 meeting minutes (7-0)

Redevelopment Agency Meeting

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the January 28, 2025 Redevelopment Agency meeting. It also unanimously approved a motion to convene a closed session to discuss pending litigation and real‑property transactions. The closed session was held and later adjourned unanimously.

• Approved January 28, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved motion to convene closed session on litigation and real‑property matters (7-0)
• Adjourned closed session unanimously
• Closed the public meeting at 9:35 pm

Design Review Committee

The Design Review Committee will meet to review design proposals for four different properties. The committee will also vote to approve the minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting.

• Dollar Tree at 7741 South 5600 West
• Holiday Inn Express at 7228 Campus View Dr
• Magill EADU at 2613 West 7000 South
• Clay Hollow B Lot 8 at 7811 South 5600 West

Planning Commission

The West Jordan Planning and Zoning Commission will approve the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting. It will hold a public hearing on the Terraine Plat 7 preliminary subdivision plat, which includes 101 residential lots, one transferred development open space lot, and six park lots on 19.339 acres at 7400 South and SR-111. The commission will also consider a text amendment to City Code Section 13-7E-10 to add automatic revocation language for conditional use permits city‑wide.

• Approve minutes from March 4, 2025
• Public hearing: Terraine Plat 7 preliminary subdivision plat – 101 residential lots, 1 TDOS lot, 6 park lots on 19.339 acres at 7400 South and SR-111, PCH/MDA zone, applicant Third Cadence/Gary Langston
• Text amendment to Code Section 13-7E-10 adding automatic revocation language for non‑use of conditional use permits, city‑wide applicability, applicant City of West Jordan

Administrative Law Judge

The West Jordan Administrative Law Judge will hear a request to allow overhead utilities along Temple Drive. The public may attend electronically via Zoom or call in.

• Hearing on Jordan River Heights Variance for overhead utilities
• Applicant: Bach Land and Development/Cedar Jordan
• Address: 9270 South 1300 West, West Jordan, UT

Planning Commission

The West Jordan Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing with final action on four development proposals. Items include a major subdivision plat at 8600 South Extension, a veterinary clinic site plan, a preliminary subdivision for Dry Creek Highlands, and a city‑wide street‑stub amendment. The commission will also adopt minutes from the February 18 meeting.

• Major Subdivision Plat – 8600 South Extension, from U‑111 to 6400 West, P‑C Zone, Ivory Development LLC (parcels 26‑03‑200‑011, 010; 26‑03‑100‑008)
• Preliminary Site Plan & Conditional Use Permit for Veterinary Services – 5293 West, 7800 South, P‑C Zone, 814 Services, LLC (parcel 20‑36‑134‑005)
• Preliminary Subdivision Plat – Dry Creek Highlands Phases 2‑5, approx. 8800 South 6700 West, 98 lots on 22.3 acres, P‑C Zone, Ivory Development LLC (parcel 26‑03‑251‑004)
• Text Amendment – Stub Streets – amendment to West Jordan Code Section 14‑5‑5, city‑wide applicability, applicant City of West Jordan
• Consent Calendar – approval of minutes from February 18, 2025

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The West Jordan Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on two administrative conditional use permits. The first request is from Mountain Stainless, Inc. for outdoor storage at 1421 West 8120 South in the M-1 zone. The second request is from The Learning Adventures Academy of Utah for a daycare and preschool at 3703 West 6200 South in the C-G zone.

• Mountain Stainless, Inc. – Administrative Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage at 1421 West 8120 South (M-1 zone)
• The Learning Adventures Academy of Utah – Administrative Conditional Use Permit for a daycare and preschool at 3703 West 6200 South (C-G zone)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to take final action on three development projects. The body will also provide recommendations to the City Council regarding a station area plan and two city code text amendments.

• Preliminary Condominium Conversion Plat for 6556 Airport Road
• Preliminary Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for Gurdwara Sahib – Sikh Temple at 7733 South 2400 West
• Preliminary Site Plan and Subdivision Plat for GEM Apartments at 6835 West New Bingham Highway
• Recommendation for adoption of the 5600 West Old Bingham Highway Station Area Plan
• Text amendments to the Corridor Zone and Landscaping Ordinance

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The West Jordan Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on February 12, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. The agenda includes an administrative conditional use permit request for a temporary motor home located at 1517 West 8600 South in the R-1-8C zone, submitted by Paul H. Duehlmeier. Public comments will be limited to three minutes per person.

• Administrative Conditional Use Permit for a temporary motor home at 1517 West 8600 South (R-1-8C zone), applicant Paul H. Duehlmeier

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a site plan for Wasatch Electric and a proposal to annex land for Oquirrh Highlands. The commission will provide a recommendation to the City Council on the annexation and zoning changes.

• Wasatch Electric: Preliminary Site Plan and Preliminary Subdivision Plat at 9000 South 6800 West
• Oquirrh Highlands: Annexation of approximately 160.501 acres between 5900 West to 6400 West and 6600 South to 7000 South
• Oquirrh Highlands: Proposed zoning change to P-C (Planned Community) Zone

Design Review Committee

The committee will elect its 2025 leadership and approve previous meeting minutes. Members will review design proposals for three accessory dwelling units and two commercial projects.

• Victory Builders: 1390 West 9000 South (C-G Zone)
• Lopez Plaza: 1454 & 1466 West 7800 South (CC-F Zone)
• Osorio EADU: 3497 West 6975 South (R-1-10A Zone)
• Costner EADU: 7414 South 2700 West (RR-.5E Zone)
• Ball EADU: 3167 West 7325 South (R-1-14F Zone)

Planning Commission

The West Jordan Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and take final action on three preliminary subdivision and site plan applications: Copper Rim Phases 5‑9 at 6150 West 7800 South, IHC Copper Hills Clinic at 5557 Highlands Loop Road, and Taylor’s Grove Subdivision at 7218 South Temple Drive. The commission will also review the 2024 Balanced Housing Report and approve the minutes from the January 7, 2025 meeting. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person per item.

• Copper Rim Phases 5‑9 subdivision, 319 lots on 67.92 acres, P‑C Zone, 6150 West 7800 South (applicant: Tri Pointe Homes/Colton Chronister)
• IHC Copper Hills Clinic site plan, SC‑2 Zone, 5557 Highlands Loop Road (applicant: FFKR Architects/Keith Jensen)
• Taylor’s Grove Subdivision, 30 lots on 9.92 acres, R‑1‑8 Zone, 7218 South Temple Drive (applicant: Hallmark Homes)
• Review of 2024 Balanced Housing Report (informational item)
• Approve minutes from the January 7, 2025 meeting

Planning Commission

The West Jordan Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three development proposals, including a power generation subdivision, a restaurant site plan, and a large rezoning with a master development agreement. The commission will also conduct business items such as the oath of office, election of chair and vice chair, and appointments to the Design Review Committee and CDBG Committee. Final actions on the three public hearing items will be taken by the commission at this meeting.

• Public hearing and final action on Novva – WJ Power Generation, 6524 West Old Bingham Highway, preliminary major subdivision plat (1 lot on 10.65 acres) in M-1 zone
• Public hearing and final action on Apollo Burger, 7134 South Redwood Road, preliminary site plan and conditional use permit for restaurant/fast‑food in SC-2 zone
• Public hearing and final action on Wasatch Electric rezoning, approx. 9000 South 6800 West, rezoning 55.35 acres from P-F, SC-2, MFR, LSFR zones to SWQ-MU mixed‑use zone with master development agreement and plan
• Appointment of two commissioners to the Design Review Committee for 2025
• Appointment of one commissioner to serve on the CDBG Committee