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Commission adopts rezoning for Long Valley Junction glamping and cabin project
Summary
The Kane County Commission approved Ordinance 02026-02 to rezone three parcels in Oak Ridge Estates from agricultural to RU-10 after the applicant described plans for a low‑density, year‑round cabin and glamping operation and commissioners discussed fire protection and road issues.
The Kane County Commission voted to adopt Ordinance 02026-02 on Feb. 24, approving a zone change that will reclassify parcels 258-4, 258-5 and 258-7 in Oak Ridge Estates from agricultural (AG-FAA) to RU-10.
Applicant Jeremy Hartman told the commission he and three partner families plan a “low density year‑round cabin and glamping resort” on roughly 30 acres near Long Valley Junction. Hartman said the site already has four cabins, municipal water lines, electricity and fire hydrants and that cabins — rather than tents — would reduce noise and stabilize year‑round employment for cleaners and seasonal staff. “We’re 4 middle class Utah families,” Hartman said, adding the proposal is intended to be “low impact” and to support county tourism goals.
Commissioners pressed the applicant on emergency services and access. Chair Glenn Brown and others emphasized the parcels are not currently inside the Cedar Mountain Fire District, and noted that a conditional‑use permit (CUP) would require a feasibility letter showing structural‑fire coverage and require sprinkler systems in individual cabins. Hartman said he has spoken with local fire‑district contacts previously and would explore petitioning for inclusion in the district; he acknowledged that sprinkler requirements and a CUP could affect whether some units are ultimately approved.
Brown also noted the county must consider the maximum density allowed under RU‑10 zoning — up to 42 units — and that a zone change requires the commission to weigh what could be built under the new rules, not just the applicant’s plans. Hartman said topography, sightlines and economic considerations would likely keep actual unit counts well below the maximum.
Commissioner Celeste Myers moved to adopt the ordinance; the commission voted in favor and the motion passed.
Next steps: the applicant will pursue the CUP process, during which staff will require feasibility letters and infrastructure approvals before any new units may be built or occupied.
