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Why it matters: Final plat approval allows the applicant to proceed with construction subject to satisfying standard conditions such as frontage improvements, utility installations and placement of a land-use separation fence. The subdivision will be developed at a proposed residence location near 5733 West 3800 South and is recorded on Parcel 080420075 in the planning packet.

Planning staff told the commission the development is a one-lot subdivision of approximately 1.81 acres. The Technical Review Committee reviewed the plat and utility plan; staff noted the proposed frontage improvements will align with an existing subdivision sidewalk and that the applicant will install curb, gutter and sidewalk along the property frontage. Staff also described adjustments made to utility alignments: sewer and both water lines were moved and the driveway approach was shifted to the east side of the lot so the proposed home could be placed in the intended location.

A staff member said the review yielded no unresolved utility problems and that all ‘‘will serve’’ letters were in from the water, irrigation, power and sewer providers. The staff member said, “All final will serve letters are in from everyone that's super significant,” and recommended approval with the standard conditions described in the packet.

The commission asked whether the land-use separation fence would be installed; staff confirmed the plan calls for removal of an existing small fence on the west side and installation of a standard separation fence. Commissioner Bates moved to grant final approval for the Swayze Subdivision (Parcel 08-042-0075) for Braden Swayze; Commissioner Greener seconded. The motion carried.

Next steps: With final approval, the applicant may proceed with required frontage work and utilities per the plat and the conditions in the staff memo. Staff and the Technical Review Committee will continue to coordinate final utility connections and construction inspections.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Hooper City Planning Commission 8/14/2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Planning Commission granted final approval for the one-lot Swayze Subdivision (Parcel 080420075) for Braden Swayze after Technical Review Committee sign-off and confirmation of utility service letters.","taxTitle","Hooper City Council, Hooper , Weber County, Utah","taxId",21280,"location","Utah","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6483765,"Hooper planners approve oversized accessory structure for Sam Howard, require easement or relocation",633,134444,767569,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5588438-1af21207311ced3b9b168cc5b9c83281&start=134&end=767","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5588438-1af21207311ced3b9b168cc5b9c83281/thumbnail_134444.jpg","/articles/6483765/Utah/Hooper-planners-approve-oversized-accessory-structure-for-Sam-Howard-require-easement-or-relocation","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6483765-1501f6508dc5b78775ed59937b6d406b/orig.mp4?Expires=1770501163&Signature=OKYTkTXSsbhapx0ajSTEogZGjMls9xTrVrovVM0QbGLAhRZwVso3KsxOuyZxHS6H0eZVzlJg8flMuM1tq0KkUCcnvGVDyTmfke4huLhoooFf2mMXrcPwxtB30KcBPBT-NJoLoFaBQt08XcyJGJub24oiroQz2gVkbLZ57TGELoICQOnnwNU0FuMPd0JGrMdXFPR5B1IpDeyXcdBbvKCyB6JMOnxtzKW5AUT727YW6QZnyYm4RckjMq5KyPZI9-am6W87-C6f7fepytbI0VI6GADoLpaYj~LSzllokAFKMmymWYWQYiINZ9i-1DNmm60jIuZp1giOukmBgO61KbCPdA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Hooper Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for Sam Howard to build an 1,800-square-foot accessory structure at 5910 South 6300 West, on the condition that Howard either obtain easement-vacation letters from affected utilities or move or shorten the building to meet setback requirements.

The structure as proposed exceeds the size permitted in the R-2 zone by 200 square feet, and staff noted the site plan places the building within a public utility easement that requires a 10-foot rear setback; the plan shows a 5-foot rear setback. A city planning staff member told the commission the applicant is pursuing the city’s easement-vacation process, which in past cases has included an application fee and a public hearing.

Why it matters: Approvals that rely on easement vacations can require additional administrative steps and third-party signoffs from utilities. Planning staff described the situation as a staff error in the initial review and said the permit could be issued once one of two conditions is met: the applicant moves the building at least 5 feet away from the easement so it meets the required setback, or the city completes the prescribed easement-vacation process and utilities provide the necessary paperwork.

City planning staff described the use as hobby woodwork and storage, with plumbing and electricity planned but no commercial use. The staff recommendation was for approval with the condition that the applicant meet either of the two alternatives before permit issuance. The staff member said, “This was a staff error, and the staff, including ... public works, was really comfortable with the approval of the conditional use permit with 1 of 2 conditions,” and noted staff would follow the city’s established process for easement vacation if the applicant chooses that route.

Applicant Sam Howard told the commission he would prefer to move the building rather than pursue the easement vacation, citing completed engineering drawings and an existing construction contract. Howard said, “we would probably just rather move it instead because we've already got the engineer drawings done and ... a contract locked in.” The commission and staff discussed whether the structure could be shortened or moved to avoid the easement requirement; Howard said he could move it if necessary.

The commission opened a public hearing on the conditional use permit; no public comments were made. Commissioner Severing moved to approve the conditional use permit on the condition that Howard either obtain vacated-easement letters from affected entities or move/shorten the building to fall outside the easement; Commissioner Whittison seconded. The motion passed.

Next steps: The applicant must satisfy one of the two conditions before the permit is issued. Staff said the easement-vacation process has been used in prior years and may include an application fee and a public hearing; the record did not state a definitive fee amount. The commission did not set any additional conditions beyond those noted in the motion.","The Hooper Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for an 1,800-square-foot accessory building at 5910 South 6300 West, contingent on the applicant either obtaining utility easement vacations or moving/shortening the structure.","actionData","errors"]

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