A proposal for a new housing development in Snyderville is stirring discussions among the Summit County Snyderville Basin Planning Commission. The plan focuses on creating smaller homes, ranging from 1,500 to 2,500 square feet, aimed at enhancing affordability and market accessibility for residents.

Key features of the proposal include the preservation of approximately 50% of the lot space as permanent open space, which would incorporate trails and a potential neighborhood park with dedicated parking. This approach aims to balance housing needs with community green spaces.

During the meeting, concerns were raised about the density of the proposed development. One suggestion was to reduce the number of homes from 64 to 45, which would create a more spacious environment and distance the new homes from existing subdivisions. This revised plan would still include the neighborhood park and increase the overall open space by 10%.

However, the shift to 45 homes would result in a decrease in the percentage of affordable housing units. While the original plan for 64 homes included 29 affordable units, the new configuration would provide 18 affordable homes, representing 40% of the total. This has sparked a debate about the balance between density and affordability in the community.

As discussions continue, the commission is weighing the implications of these changes on both housing availability and community character, with the next steps likely to involve further community input and refinement of the proposal.