Planning commission seeks Fire Marshal input before relaxing ADU setback rules

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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