Planning commission seeks Fire Marshal input before relaxing ADU setback rules
Sep 10, 2026
Sep 10, 2026
Commissioners asked staff to consult the Fire Marshal about allowing ADUs beyond the current 150-foot road-access limit when sprinklers, access drives, or closer hydrants are provided; staff also noted a separate 500-foot hydrant-distance requirement remains in the code.
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WEST POINT, Utah — Fire and emergency-access rules emerged as a gating issue in the Planning Commission's Sept. 10 discussion of accessory dwelling unit (ADU) reforms.
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