Planning and Zoning Commission OKs second and final six-month extension for Longhorn Ranch Phase 1 preliminary plat

The Town of Payson Planning and Zoning Commission approved a second and final six-month extension for the preliminary plat of Longhorn Ranch Phase 1 at its March 3 meeting.

Paul, a town staff member, told commissioners the request seeks an additional six-month extension for the preliminary plat originally approved Sept. 11, 2023, and that a first six-month extension was approved Sept. 9, 2024. "This is simply an extension request," Paul said, adding that staff recommends approval.

The commission asked whether any earth-moving or construction activity had occurred on the Phase 1 area. Paul said there had been no permits for additional work and only minor fire‑wise clearing on property the applicant owns. He also noted applicants were available online to answer questions.

Commissioners moved and seconded the staff recommendation and voted unanimously to approve the second and final extension; the vote was taken by voice and recorded as all in favor.

The approval lets the developer retain preliminary plat status for an additional six months. If the developer does not submit and obtain final plat approval within that period, Paul said the project would need to return to the preliminary-plat process.

The commission also noted the applicants had provided prior documentation and that staff had included earlier materials in the staff report for commissioners who were not present for the original approval.

Meeting minutes show the commission held no related public hearings for this item during the meeting.