The Summit County Snyderville Basin Planning Commission convened on June 13, 2023, to discuss a proposed expansion of a residential property located at 5672 North Kingsford Road. The applicant, Stefan Bruch, seeks to add a small addition to the existing home, which is situated on a 1.5-acre parcel originally plotted in 1983.

During the meeting, Tiffany Robinson, a senior planner, presented details about the property and its current zoning status. The existing dwelling is nonconforming, as it does not meet the required setbacks of 30 feet from the front property line and 12 feet from the sides and rear. Currently, the home is positioned approximately 4 feet from the side property line and 23 feet from the front property line.

The proposed expansion involves moving the garage forward and adding living space above it. Due to the proximity of the existing structure to the neighboring property—less than 14 feet—the proposal necessitates a public hearing process for a conditional use permit. This requirement is in line with the county's regulations, which allow for the expansion of nonconforming structures under specific conditions.

The discussion highlighted the challenges faced by homeowners in older neighborhoods where many properties were built before current zoning laws were established. The commission will continue to evaluate the proposal, considering both the needs of the applicant and the impact on neighboring properties. Further steps will be determined as the public hearing process unfolds.