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Santaquin council denies Mulberry annexation after public opposition over lot size, fire risk and traffic
Summary
After hours of public testimony, the Santaquin City Council voted unanimously to deny annexation of the Mulberry property, citing unresolved concerns about lot sizes, wildfire and evacuation risks, traffic access and infrastructure funding.
The Santaquin City Council voted unanimously May 6 to deny annexation of the Mulberry development after a public hearing in which neighbors and experts raised concerns about lot sizes, wildfire risk, traffic and infrastructure.
Developers sought annexation of roughly 50 acres under an R-8 zoning that would allow lots with 8,000 square feet minimum. Council opened a public hearing, heard roughly two dozen speakers and then voted to deny the annexation petition "at this time," saying the plan as presented did not address key community concerns.
Why it matters: Council members said the annexation request raises questions about public safety, the character of existing neighborhoods and who will pay for…
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