Comprehensive Municipal Code Recodification and Zoning Map Update
American Fork City
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Last discussed Feb 4, 2026.
Public comments (29)
Expressed concern about zoning regulations targeting sexually oriented businesses, suggesting direct bans are preferable.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Opposed proposed rezoning from R1-9000 to R1-7500 near American Fork High School due to density, traffic, and safety concerns.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Advocated for retaining Inner Block Cottage Development code to allow infill development on difficult parcels.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Opposed rezoning commercial properties on 100 North to R-4 residential, stating buildings cannot support residential use.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Opposed the 36-foot industrial building height limit as restrictive for storage and job creation.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Raised concerns about RA-1 zoning reductions and cemetery planning changes.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Explained that modern industrial standards require 40-foot clear heights, making the proposed 36-foot limit uncompetitive.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Requested protection for agricultural property used for educational programs like the local FFA.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Expressed concern about side yard and corner lot setback changes impacting home additions.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Opposed rezoning her 300 North property to professional office and raised traffic concerns regarding hospital roads.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Urged preservation of low-density neighborhoods like R1-9000 and sheep fields, supporting high-density only near transit.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Emphasized preserving animal rights and RA-1 designations established during past annexations.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Warned that industrial height limits would render 32-36 foot projects unfeasible and drive businesses out of the city.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Raised traffic safety concerns regarding the proposed widening of 200 South near Greenwood Elementary School.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Requested clearer regulations permitting accessory dwelling units on half-acre properties.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Expressed concern about shoreline protection zoning boundaries and lack of definitions for planned residential zones.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Suggested flexible setback rules and reasonable livestock regulations like chicken coops.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Supported taller industrial buildings and opposed restrictive height limits.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Highlighted the importance of ADUs for caregiving and independent housing for disabled family members.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Emphasized pedestrian safety, emergency service involvement in planning, and appreciated city transparency.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Criticized lack of notice to property owners and questioned rezoning a Spring Creek TOD property to RA-5.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Expressed concern about traffic and safety impacts from a proposed three-story building near schools on 3rd North.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Opposed R1-7500 zoning for his duplex-dominated cul-de-sac near American Fork High School.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Expressed support for a live-work pilot program on East Quality Drive to provide small-scale retail near townhomes.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Objected to rezoning RA-1 property near the cemetery to Public Facility (PF), citing loss of use and animal rights.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Suggested adding centerlines and reflective markings to 200 South to improve early-morning safety.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Urged evaluation of southern city traffic congestion and prioritization of resident safety over developer interests.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Expressed concern about the loss of wetlands and natural habitats for wildlife like monarch butterflies in southern American Fork.
Planning Commission - Feb 4, 2026 · 0:00 →Urged consideration of existing residents' quality of life when rezoning RA properties to higher density.
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