Scofield council unanimously adopts R2 setback and 30-foot roof-height ordinances

The Scofield Town Council voted unanimously on May 11 to adopt two land-use ordinances that amend setbacks and height limits in town.

Ordinance 3-2026 establishes an R2 zone for smaller lots of record in town and sets an 8-foot side setback for R2 lots; council discussed fire and building code considerations as part of the ordinance. Ordinance 5-2026 amends Chapter V, Table 4 (Uses of Land) and sets a 30-foot maximum total roof height in the R1, R2 and commercial zones unless the Helper Fire Department recommends otherwise. The council recorded motions, polled members, and approved both ordinances.

Votes and procedure: Brad Peacock moved to accept Ordinance 3-2026, with Kim Erikkila seconding; the mayor polled the council and members indicated their assent. The council then moved to accept Ordinance 5-2026; the motion passed with unanimous assent when polled by the mayor. The council also approved a minor set of amendments attached to Ordinance 3-2026 as discussed during the meeting.

Context and next steps: Planning & Zoning had recommended amending Table 2 to include the new R2 zone and suggested moving some conditional-use permit authority from the Board of Adjustment to Planning & Zoning; the council set a public hearing on Table 2 for June 8, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. The ordinances adopted on May 11 will be reflected in the town’s land-use code and will affect future permit reviews and building applications. If the Helper Fire Department advises a different roof-height standard, the council noted that would guide modifications to the adopted height cap.

The council adjourned at 8:38 p.m. after concluding ordinance business.