On September 25, 2025, the Mapleton City Planning Commission convened to discuss a significant rezoning request that could reshape a portion of the community. The proposal involves a request to rezone approximately 9.5 acres from A2 (two-acre minimum lot size) to RA1 (one-acre minimum lot size) located at 1000 East, just south of Maple Street. This change aims to align with the city’s general plan, which designates the area for low-density residential development.

The applicant, who owns about 14 acres in the area, currently has 4.5 acres zoned RA2, allowing for smaller lot sizes. The southern 9.5 acres, however, is still classified under the A2 zoning. The general plan, updated in 2020, intended this area to serve as a buffer between the existing smaller lots on Maple Street and the larger lots to the south. The applicant's request seeks to rezone this land to RA1 to facilitate the development of a single one-acre lot for a new home, with potential future development of additional lots.

During the meeting, the commission reviewed a concept plan illustrating how the property could be developed in the future. However, the current request is solely for the rezoning of the 9.5 acres, not for immediate development of multiple lots. The commission clarified that if the applicant wishes to develop more lots in the future, they would need to submit a subdivision application for further approval.

The staff expressed support for the rezoning request, emphasizing its consistency with the general plan. The commission's role is to make a recommendation to the city council regarding this request. Public comments were invited, with the applicant indicating that the land would remain in its current agricultural state until their children decide to pursue further development.

This meeting highlights ongoing discussions about land use and development in Mapleton, reflecting the community's efforts to balance growth with maintaining the character of the area. As the commission moves forward with its recommendation, the implications of this rezoning could significantly influence future residential development in Mapleton.