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Planning commission recommends rezoning half‑acre Pearson lot to R‑2 to allow two residences
Summary
The commission voted to recommend R‑2 rezoning for a half‑acre lot in the Pearson Subdivision so the applicant can construct two separate residences on one building (duplex/attached), citing frontage and lot-size constraints that make R‑1 with subdivision less practical.
The Granite Planning and Zoning Commission voted on June 18 to recommend that City Council approve a rezoning application for a half‑acre lot in the Pearson Subdivision from NRC to R‑2, allowing two residences on a single building lot. The commission’s recommendation goes to City Council, which is scheduled to hear the matter on July 7.
Applicant James Westcott, who said he lives in Brandon at 817 South Sixth Avenue, told commissioners the parcel would let his son and daughter each occupy one residence in a duplex or similar two‑unit configuration, allowing the family to build equity while remaining in the area. “We are looking to purchase a piece of property for my son and for my daughter … to put a duplex or a split home concept on that,” Westcott said.
Staff (Patrick) explained the zoning constraints: the lot is approximately a half acre and is not served by city water or sewer, so any development would need well and septic systems. He said R‑1 (single‑family) zoning with a conditional use for a twin home is theoretically possible but the parcel’s frontage — roughly 70 feet — falls about 10 feet short of the R‑1 frontage requirement. R‑2 standards, he said, would meet the frontage requirement for the proposed configuration.
Commissioners discussed differences between duplexes and twin homes, subdivision implications, and utility access. Patrick noted that if subdividing into two separately platted units later, frontage minimums could prevent a split into separate lots without meeting R‑1 frontage standards; separate septic systems would likely be required if the units were sold independently.
Action and next steps Noah moved to recommend approval to City Council and Bridal seconded. The motion passed; the commission will forward its recommendation to City Council, which will hold the final public hearing and decision on July 7. Staff advised the applicant on conditional‑use and subdivision constraints and the need to address utilities (well/septic) during permitting.
Provenance: The rezoning application and public hearing discussion began when the applicant introduced himself and explained plans, and concluded with the commission’s motion to recommend approval. No final city‑level approval occurred on June 18.
