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Residents urge action on housing affordability; speakers propose land‑value tax and other reforms
Summary
Multiple members of the public told the council that housing affordability and stalled development are the city's top concerns. Commenters proposed a land-value tax, cited examples of stalled projects near Lee's Marketplace, and suggested using tax proceeds to help first‑time buyers.
During the public-comment period several Herriman residents urged the council to address housing affordability and stalled development.
Jonathan Whitworth opened the series of comments saying housing affordability for first‑time homebuyers and renters is the top issue facing Utahns and Herriman, and referenced the city’s 2025 General Amendment. Ezra Crane…
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