Layton meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Layton roundup: Planning Commission to weigh 28-unit townhome plan; council schedules rezoning hearing

Layton's recent government meetings covered unclaimed property disposal, a cancelled RAMP Tax Advisory Commission session, and Planning Commission review of three subdivision and development plan amendments. Minutes have not yet been published for any of the recent meetings, so only agenda items — not outcomes — can be reported here. Readers should consult official minutes once available.

City Council — Unclaimed Property Disposal (July 24)

The City Council posted notice of intent to dispose of unclaimed property, including cell phones, firearms, and electronics. Claimants were directed to contact the Layton Police Department at (801) 336-3553 by July 24, 2026. The meeting was scheduled at 429 North Wasatch Drive, Layton, UT 84041. ADA accommodations were available with 48-hour notice. Minutes have not yet been published.

RAMP Tax Advisory Commission — Meeting Cancelled, Then Rescheduled (July 27)

A special meeting of the RAMP Tax Advisory Commission originally scheduled for July 27, 2026, was cancelled. A separate special meeting was then set for the same date to review a draft RAMP ordinance, draft bylaws, and an online RAMP application. The agenda also listed a council member report by Clint Morris, consideration of public comments, and approval of minutes from the June 22, 2026 meeting. Minutes have not yet been published.

Planning Commission — Three Amendments on the Table (July 28)

The Planning Commission scheduled a regular meeting at 7 PM in City Council Chambers and a work meeting to review three items:

• **Jenkins at Three Farms Phase 1 — 1st Amendment:** A plat amendment transferring 114 sq ft from Lot 101 to Parcel E for a neighborhood identification sign at 14 South Freedom Farms Drive (3100 West).
• **Layton Ridges Subdivision — 2nd Amendment:** A plat amendment to vacate the Bonneville Shoreline Trail easement and create Parcel C for a new trail easement at 3194 East Layton Ridge Drive.
• **Layton Midtown — Development Plan Amendment:** A development plan amendment for a 28-unit townhome project in the MU zone, changing exterior design materials at 1481 North Hill Field Road.

The work meeting was designated for discussion only, with no public input. Minutes have not yet been published, so it is not yet known how the commission acted on any of these items.

Coming Up

• **Parks and Recreation Commission — Monday, Aug. 3:** The commission will discuss post-event reviews for Liberty Days and Pioneer Day, pool capital projects and winter hours updates, Capital Improvement Project updates, the Heritage Museum of Layton, and family recreation activities.
• **City Council — Thursday, Aug. 6:** The council will hold a public hearing on a proposal to rezone approximately 1.73 acres at 75 North 1550 West from "A (Agriculture)" to "R-S (Residential Suburban)." Residents who want to weigh in on the rezoning should attend or follow the official agenda for participation details.

Layton Officials Tackle Rezoning, Gentile Street Improvements, and Unclaimed Property

Layton's Planning Commission and City Council held a series of meetings between July 14 and July 24 covering rezoning requests, a road improvement agreement, and disposal of unclaimed police property. Minutes have not yet been published for any of these meetings, so outcomes are not yet confirmed — the items below reflect what was on each agenda.

Planning Commission Considers Three Rezoning Requests

On July 14, the Planning Commission held public hearings on three rezoning proposals:

• **Amber Lane Subdivision:** A request to rezone 1.73 acres at 75 North 1550 West from Agriculture (A) to Residential Suburban (R-S) for two single-family lots.
• **Layton Main Street:** A request to rezone 0.61 acres at 1596 North Main Street from Planned Highway Commercial (C-H) to Mixed-Use (MU) for townhomes.
• **Avalon Drive:** A proposal to rezone approximately 0.612 acres at 1596 North Avalon Drive from Planned Highway Commercial (C-H) to Mixed-Use (MU).

The commission was also scheduled to review minutes from June 9 and June 23, 2026.

City Council Addresses Gentile Street, Rezoning, and Fireworks

On July 16, the City Council agenda included several items:

• **Gentile Street Improvements:** An interlocal cooperation agreement with Davis County for improvements to Gentile Street from 2400 East to 2600 East (Resolution 26-35), and a bid award to Landmark Excavating, Inc. for the same project, designated PW25-58 (Resolution 26-36).
• **Rezone at 2382 East 1200 North:** A public hearing on rezoning a 533-square-foot parcel (Parcel ID 09-088-0161) from Agriculture (A) to Single Family Residential (R-1-10).
• **Planning Commission Reappointments:** Resolution 26-30 proposed reappointing seven members to the Planning Commission.
• **Other Items:** Approval of minutes from the March 17, 2026 Budget Meeting, and a discussion regarding the 24th of July fireworks.

City Council to Dispose of Unclaimed Property

On July 24, the City Council posted notice of intent to dispose of unclaimed property held by the Layton Police Department. Items listed include cell phones, firearms, and electronics. Claimants were required to contact the Layton Police Department at (801) 336-3553 by July 24, 2026. The meeting was held at 429 North Wasatch Drive, Layton, UT 84041.

Coming Up

• **July 27 — RAMP Tax Advisory Commission:** A special meeting was scheduled to review a draft RAMP ordinance, draft bylaws, and an online RAMP application, with a council member report by Clint Morris. However, a separate notice states the July 27 special meeting has been cancelled. Residents should confirm with the city which notice applies.
• **July 28 — Planning Commission (Regular Meeting, 7 PM, City Council Chambers):** Three items are scheduled — a plat amendment for Jenkins at Three Farms Phase 1 transferring 114 square feet for a neighborhood identification sign at 14 South Freedom Farms Drive (3100 West); a plat amendment for Layton Ridges Subdivision to vacate a Bonneville Shoreline Trail easement and create a new trail easement at 3194 East Layton Ridge Drive; and a development plan amendment for Layton Midtown, a 28-unit townhome project at 1481 North Hill Field Road, to change exterior design materials.
• **July 28 — Planning Commission (Work Meeting):** Discussion of the same three subdivision and development plan amendments. No public input is scheduled for the work meeting.