Commission approves conceptual site plan for HBC commercial at 1108 W. 850 N.; Davis County and environmental issues flagged for final review

The Centerville City Planning Commission on April 23 unanimously approved a conceptual site plan for a proposed two‑phase commercial development at 1108 West 850 North (Parcel 06-006-0120), but commissioners and staff flagged environmental reviews, stormwater and utility easements and final‑plan compliance as conditions to be resolved before construction.

Staff explained the difference between a conceptual site plan and a final site plan and told the commission that the conceptual application meets technical site‑plan ordinance requirements even though the city’s proposed general plan update envisions a different future land use for the broader area. A staff member explained that “The general plan shall be considered only as an advisory guide for growth and development of the land except as specifically provided otherwise in this title,” and that staff’s recommendation was written to reflect the distinction between the general plan’s guidance and the zoning code’s regulatory requirements.

The applicant, represented by Mike Clonic, president of Salt Lake Construction, and consultant Mike Flanick, described a two‑phase build: phase 1 would add about 10,000 square feet and phase 2 would add another 10,000 square feet if the first phase proves viable. Clonic said the client currently operates a facility on adjacent property and is pursuing a contract with Hill Air Force Base that has tight delivery timelines; he described efforts to cooperate with the city to provide onsite water and storm improvements. Clonic told the commission that the Dual Creek/ditch company “are gonna pipe it” and that the ditch company requested an easement to bring equipment on site to clean the channel; Clonic also said his client is “happy to participate, help” with stormwater and easement work.

Staff and the applicant described additional technical items that must be resolved at final plan: a waterline easement across neighboring Hogan property to achieve required fire flow and pressure, installation of storm drainage down the adjacent road, a temporary turnaround for emergency apparatus, and coordination with Dual Creek Irrigation District because that irrigation district does not serve the site. Staff reported that all utility providers except Dual Creek have confirmed the ability to serve the property, and that the city’s public‑works and stormwater staff and the fire marshal have been engaged.

Several commissioners urged the applicant and staff to provide documented environmental and regulatory approvals before final approval. One commissioner said, “I’m not comfortable with chemicals so close to the water, and I really do want to see reports,” referencing questions from the commission about existing chemical storage at a nearby facility and the channel that drains to Garner Creek. The applicant responded that the facility has containment systems and annual fire‑marshal inspections, and that stormwater discharges are tested before release.

Commissioners also noted Davis County’s role: staff said the applicant plans to apply for a Davis County channel cleanup permit to manage the drainage channel north of the property and that Davis County review will be required as part of the final site plan process. Staff further advised that final site plan approval standards allow the zoning administrator to request evidence of compliance with applicable federal, state or local laws and regulations.

A motion to approve the conceptual site plan for 1108 West 850 North (Parcel 06-006-0120) subject to conditions and findings in the staff report carried unanimously. The commission’s approval was for the conceptual stage; staff and commissioners made clear that final site plan review will require documentation and permits addressing stormwater management, Davis County channel requirements, waterline easements, and fire‑flow improvements before ground‑disturbing work would be permitted.

Next steps: the applicant will complete final site‑plan submittal with required easements and permits and return for final review; Davis County, the fire marshal and utility providers must confirm required permits and capacity.