Apple Valley approves seven master development agreements covering roughly 3,000 acres

APPLE VALLEY, Utah — The Apple Valley Town Council and Planning Commission unanimously approved seven master development agreements during a Jan. 29 special joint meeting, advancing multiple large residential and resort projects that together cover roughly 3,000 acres.

Town officials said the agreements reduce overall residential density compared with earlier proposals and include developer commitments to pave roads and donate infrastructure easements. Mayor Mike Gerard and town staff said the changes aim to protect the town’s rural character while enabling phased construction and off-site improvements.

The mayor outlined the broader outcome before hearings opened, saying the work began with earlier plans for more than 3,500 residents on about 2,000 acres and, after renegotiation, the new agreements together would yield about 1,300 residents and roughly 500 cabins and rentals across about 3,000 acres. "I can say without a doubt, I feel like we did a good job, and I feel like this is the best of a situation — best for the town, best for the developer," Mayor Mike Gerard said.

Developer counsel Bruce Baird told the panel the agreements were the product of lengthy, cooperative negotiations. "We've had some disagreements, shall we say, but we've also worked very cooperatively and very hard," Baird said, and thanked town officials and the developer for concessions including paving and other off-site work.

Key commitments recorded during the hearings and subsequent discussion include: - Crimson Peaks: Previously approved zoning includes single-family half-acre lots;…