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Council tightens Hidden Springs RV rules, sets deadlines and site standards
Summary
Ivins council approved amendments to the Hidden Springs RV conditional use permit and passed ordinance 2024‑15 revising RV‑resort regulations, adding deadlines for landscaping and perimeter walls (June 30, 2025), requiring enclosure or removal of Connex containers, and capping tiny‑home/cabin heights at 14 feet.
After extended discussion, the Ivins City Council approved amendments to the Hidden Springs RV Resort conditional use permit and adopted ordinance 2024‑15 revising city rules for recreational vehicle resorts.
Key changes approved by the council include: - A firm deadline (June 30, 2025) for completion of required landscaping and the perimeter block wall along Highway 91 and resort frontage. - A requirement that any Connex (shipping container) structure either be removed or "completely enclosed within a building that complies in full with the laws of the city" by June 30, 2025; enclosure requires appropriate permits. - Clarification that cabins and tiny homes are limited to one story and a maximum total height not to exceed 14 feet (ordinance language amended to replace ambiguous "one story"). - Landscaping language revised to require a mixture of plantings that provides adequate year‑round screening and clearer review authority for the city parks and recreation director.
City attorney Brian Bridal read proposed amended CUP language into the record and noted the site plan (Exhibit C) governs enforceability in case of discrepancies. Applicant representative John Graff explained the plan includes an agricultural buffer area and an orchard on part of the site.
Council members also discussed Connex units that have been incorporated into structures; the new language requires full enclosure to a compliant building rather than leaving open containers on site. The council tied wall and landscaping deadlines together to ensure coherent completion.
Following amendments and clarifying language, Council member Scott moved to approve the Planning Commission’s recommendations as amended; the motion passed by unanimous voice vote. Ordinance 2024‑15 (revising RV‑resort rules) was then presented, amended (title language changed from "eliminating" to "revising" paved pad requirements), and approved by roll call vote, unanimously.
Next steps: Staff will incorporate amendments into final CUP documents and the ordinance text, issue timeline notices to the applicant, and follow up on compliance items per the deadlines. If compliance is not achieved, zoning enforcement options will be considered.
