Vernal City Council adopts six zoning ordinances; police evidence facility proposals due Aug. 27
The Vernal City Council adopted six ordinances updating land use, zoning, and subdivision rules and moved forward on a new police storage and evidence facility at its July meetings. The Historic Preservation Board also outlined plans to review downtown projects and grants.
Six land-use ordinances adopted
On July 15, 2026, the City Council adopted six ordinances updating the Municipal Code to align with Utah law. The changes touch planning, zoning, and subdivision regulations:
- **Ordinance 2026-19:** Clarifies procedures for Title 16 amendments and the Official Zoning Map.
- **Ordinance 2026-20:** Establishes new procedures for Official Zoning Map amendments and rezones.
- **Ordinance 2026-21:** Sets new standards for multifamily residential development in R-3 and R-4 zones.
- **Ordinance 2026-22:** Updates subdivision procedures, including vacations and boundary adjustments.
- **Ordinance 2026-23 and 2026-24:** Modernize PRUD (Planned Residential Unit Development) submittals and off-site improvement requirements.
Minutes for this meeting have not yet been published, so vote tallies are not available.
Police evidence facility proposals sought
The City Council is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the design and construction of a police storage and evidence building. The project aims to improve the security and organization of police equipment and records.
Key details:
- Proposed 60' x 40' building located at 374 East Main Street.
- Requirement for commercial-grade access control and video surveillance.
- Proposals must be submitted in sealed envelopes by August 27, 2026, at 2:00 P.M.
- Contract award scheduled for September 4, 2026.
This item is listed as agenda-only, with minutes not yet published.
Historic Preservation Board agenda
On July 28, 2026, the Historic Preservation Board was scheduled to discuss historic preservation projects, grant opportunities, and outreach initiatives. The agenda also included updates on downtown and Main Street efforts, such as historic building improvements, façade projects, and RISS Grants. The meeting was set to include a public comment period and scheduling of future events. Minutes are not yet published, so outcomes of those discussions are not available.
Coming up
- **Planning Commission — Aug. 11, 2026:** The commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 291 South Vernal Avenue (Parcel 05:032:0156), proposed to change from R-3 Residential Zone to C2 Heavy Commercial Zone. The commission will make a recommendation to the City Council following the hearing.
Residents interested in the rezoning can attend the public hearing before the Planning Commission makes its recommendation.