Council adopts general‑plan change for 74‑acre parcel; developer outlines ~300‑unit concept

Brigham City’s council voted on March 19 to amend the city’s general plan future‑land‑use map to change about 74 acres along SR‑13 and 1500 North from office/light industrial to a mix of low‑ and medium‑density residential.

Planning staff told the council the Planning Commission recommended approval by a 5–1 vote, while noting concerns about the site’s relative isolation (the railroad and SR‑13 create connectivity and access constraints). During the public hearing, no members of the public spoke on the item, but developer representatives answered council questions.

Clark Conway, representing Stewart Land Company, described a concept plan for the property that shows just over 300 housing units at a net density of roughly four units per acre, with single‑family lots inside and townhomes along SR‑13 to provide a buffer. Conway said his firm has done pre‑application work with staff and hopes to secure entitlements and break ground within a year, though he acknowledged that improvements to the railroad crossing and coordination with UDOT will be required.

Staff clarified that this action amends the general plan only; annexation and formal zoning assignment are separate steps that will return to council. Council members raised questions about access, road standards and how future phases of development might connect to existing neighborhoods. The planning commission’s dissenting vote reflects those access and connectivity concerns, staff said.

Council member Hipp moved to adopt the ordinance amending the general plan; the motion was seconded and passed on roll call.

Next steps noted by staff include any annexation petitions and subsequent formal zoning requests, traffic and access plans, and detailed development review that will be required before building permits are issued.