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Council pauses vote on zoning change after months of complaints over U‑Haul trucks at Big Ben's storage lot
Summary
Council continued consideration of an amendment to allow moving trucks and trailer rentals in the C‑1 zone after public comment from the storage operator, U‑Haul area manager and neighbors; staff recommended crafting an accessory-use approach limited to storage facilities and returning with site-specific standards.
The Ivins City Council on April 3 continued discussion of a proposed zoning-text amendment that would allow moving truck and trailer rental activity (commonly associated with brands such as U‑Haul) in the city’s C‑1 commercial zone. The Planning Commission had recommended denying the amendment at its March hearing; at council staff and applicants asked for an opportunity to refine standards and scope.
David Lewis, who identified himself as the area manager for U‑Haul dealers in southern Utah, told the council the service is a convenience for local residents and that U‑Haul and its dealers can and will limit the number of trucks staged at a small storage site. "We provide a service to the city of Ivins and Santa Clara," Lewis said, arguing removal of local access would force customers to travel six miles to…
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