Council approves zone change for property at 1485 West 400 South to enable future lot split

The Hurricane City Council approved ZC‑25‑06, a zone‑change amendment for the parcel at 1485 West (near 400 South) to allow a future lot split. The applicant, Tanya Buehler, requested a split designation so the front portion of the lot can be R‑1‑15 (single‑family) while the back portion would be rezoned to a half‑acre residential (RA‑0.5) designation.

Planning staff told the council the parcel meets the general‑plan guidance for the proposed split and that utilities and services are adequate for future development. The planning commission held a public hearing on March 13; no public comments were received and the commission unanimously recommended approval. Staff noted questions the commission raised about flag‑lot feasibility and fire turnaround requirements; commissioners concluded the lot area is sufficient to meet those standards.

Buehler said she currently uses the property’s existing garage/shop and has no immediate building plans for the rear lot; she said she may keep the rear portion for future use or sale, and noted she will provide the required access easement/driveway frontage as part of a future lot split. Council members asked about driveway width and utility extension; Buehler and staff confirmed a 26‑foot access corridor can be provided to meet city standards.

Councilman Preet moved to approve the zone change amendment for ZC‑25‑06 based on the planning commission recommendation and the packet findings. Councilman Thomas seconded and the council approved the map amendment; one councilmember expressed concern about introducing mixed zoning patterns but the motion passed.

What’s next The zone change allows the applicant to proceed with a formal lot‑split application and site plan. Staff said the applicant will still need to address engineering and fire‑turnaround requirements when submitting a formal subdivision or lot‑split application.