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Cedar Hills adopts water‑use and preservation element required by state law
Summary
Council adopted an ordinance adding a water‑use and preservation element to the city general plan, describing water sources, demand projections, conservation goals and options including secondary meters and potential reuse; adoption was unanimous after a public hearing.
The Cedar Hills City Council unanimously adopted an ordinance incorporating a water conservation element into the city’s general plan to meet state code requirements.
City Manager Chandler presented the roughly 20‑page element, which details the city’s water portfolio—Harvey Well, Cottonwood Well, Canyon Well, the American Fork connection and booster facilities—and outlines methods to reduce demand, measures already in use (smart irrigation controllers in parks) and further policies such as secondary meters and a supply/demand master‑plan study every five to seven years. Chandler said staff submitted the draft to the Division of Water Resources and the planning commission recommended the council adopt it.
During the public‑hearing portion Kristen Trauls of 4064 West Cedar Hills Drive said she appreciated the focus on conservation and asked whether artificial turf could be used to reduce outdoor water use. Chandler replied that artificial turf is permitted in back yards and that front‑yard landscaping rules still apply; he also highlighted xeriscaping and smart irrigation controllers as options. Chandler used a sample allotment—40,000 gallons per month for a roughly one‑third‑acre lot—and said a July meter showed one household using 560,000 gallons, pointing to the need for resident outreach and technical assistance.
Councilmember Ellison moved to adopt Ordinance 10‑21‑2025A, and the measure passed by unanimous roll call. Chandler and staff will continue outreach to explain the allocation system, resources for residents and next steps for implementing recommended measures.
The ordinance responds to state statutory requirements for a water element and directs staff to pursue conservation actions cited in the plan.
