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Residents raise safety concerns over parking at Palmer Barn; commission to investigate
Summary
Commissioners heard resident complaints and saw photos showing vehicles parked on both sides of Highway 89 during a large event at Palmer Barn, with at least four cars blocking a fire hydrant; staff was directed to investigate options including outreach to the venue and possible towing/enforcement.
A Willard planning commissioner presented photos and resident complaints that an event at Palmer Barn over the weekend exceeded the venue's on-site parking and resulted in vehicles parked on both sides of the highway, narrow clearances and at least four cars parked adjacent to a fire hydrant.
The chair described the scene: cars filled the barn's parking and spilled onto the highway, creating a safety concern for both pedestrians and emergency access. He said he had "a bunch of pictures" and reported hearing from neighbors that the event likely exceeded the building's permitted capacity. He told the commission those vehicles were "right around the fire hydrant," which raised immediate public-safety concerns.
Commissioners discussed possible remedies, including asking the venue to arrange off-site parking and shuttle services or negotiating shared parking with a nearby church; staff said the conditional use permit requires a paved parking lot with a minimum number of stalls and that staff would review the permit conditions and vehicle counts. Staff said they would follow up with the venue and consider enforcement steps if necessary, including sending a letter or requiring a return visit to clarify parking plans.
No formal enforcement action was taken at the meeting; commissioners directed staff to look into the matter and report back.
