Millville Planning Commission approves zoning clearance for a rear-deck repair and conditionally clears new home

Millville, Utah — The Millville Planning Commission on May 7 approved zoning clearance for a homeowner’s rear-deck addition at 280 E 250 N and granted conditional clearance for a new house at 53 E 750 N, after the commission set site-specific limits and follow-up requirements.

At the start of the meeting, Commissioner Garrett Greenhalgh opened the session and led the Pledge of Allegiance. The commission approved a revised agenda that removed item 5A, and it also approved the minutes of the March 19, 2026 meeting as recorded (the minutes show votes in favor by Garrett Greenhalgh, Matt Anderson, Bonnie Farmer, Lynette Dickey and Coby Price).

Travis Brunson, the property owner at 280 E 250 N, told the commission there are no footings under the rear porch and that the lack of footings has caused structural issues. He asked to rebuild the back deck and add a small storage area; because the existing structure sits closer than ordinance setbacks allow, the commission discussed limiting the scope of new construction. Commissioner Matt Anderson moved to approve zoning clearance for the addition with the condition that any new construction not extend beyond the home’s existing south footprint; Commissioner Lynette Dickey seconded. Commissioners Greenhalgh, Anderson and Dickey voted in favor.

For a separate agenda item, Commissioner Greenhalgh disclosed he is the builder for a proposed new house for Grant and Lesa Haymore at 53 E 750 N. Staff and the site reviewers reported two outstanding items that must be completed before building can commence: a grate is needed on the storm drain at the south side of the entrance, and the asphalt on Main Street adjacent to the lot needs to be filled in. Reviewers also noted that the lot’s setbacks are near the property line and the builder will obtain a survey to confirm dimensions. Commissioner Lynette Dickey moved to approve zoning clearance for the new home contingent on completion of those two items; Commissioner Matt Anderson seconded, and Commissioners Greenhalgh, Anderson and Dickey voted in favor.

The commission set its next meeting for May 21, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. and adjourned at approximately 8:28 p.m. Attached to the record are site photos and the zoning-clearance application forms for the Brunson addition and the Haymore lot, which include the Haymores’ lot size and parcel number.

Votes at a glance: The revised agenda was approved (motion: Commissioner Matt Anderson; second: Commissioner Lynette Dickey; result: Greenhalgh, Anderson, Dickey — in favor). The zoning clearance for the Brunson addition at 280 E 250 N was approved (motion: Commissioner Matt Anderson; second: Commissioner Lynette Dickey; result: Greenhalgh, Anderson, Dickey — in favor). The zoning clearance for the Haymore new home at 53 E 750 N was approved conditionally (motion: Commissioner Lynette Dickey; second: Commissioner Matt Anderson; result: Greenhalgh, Anderson, Dickey — in favor).

What happens next: The Brunson approval allows the homeowner to repair the porch and rebuild the deck so long as new work does not extend beyond the existing south footprint. The Haymore approval is contingent on the builder completing the two site fixes and providing a lot survey; building permits are expected only after those conditions are met.