Lehi council approves higher transportation impact fee, short-term rental bylaws and multiple infrastructure measures; denies CHU concept plan

The Lehi City Council on Thursday approved a package of ordinances and resolutions that adjust transportation funding, formalize limited owner-occupied short‑term rentals in Cold Springs Ranch, and authorize utility and development agreements, while denying a large concept plan for the CHU property.

The council voted to adopt Ordinance 03-2026, updating the transportation impact fee facilities plan and raising the per-trip transportation impact fee from $121.79 to $146.87, a roughly 20% increase recommended by consultants Bone, Collins & Associates. The consultant, Rachel Volick, told the council the increase reflects a new transportation master plan, recent growth projections and actual costs on several projects. The ordinance includes direction to update the fee every two years and takes effect 90 days after adoption.

Council members approved an amendment to the Cold Springs Ranch area plan (Ordinance 01-2026) to permit owner‑occupied short‑term rentals under specified parking and owner‑occupancy rules. Staff noted applications require a site plan showing required parking, the city enforces on a complaint basis, and state rules limit enforcement methods (e.g., cities cannot use listing sites as primary enforcement evidence).

The council approved Resolution 2026‑04 to enter an agreement with RME for…