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Planning Commission tables Peek Farm rezone amid acreage, traffic and power‑line questions
Summary
The Planning Commission tabled a proposed rezone of about 37 acres at 898 E. 7240 S. after developer and public commenters raised acreage changes, traffic concerns and lot layout near power lines; staff described the request as an initial step toward subdividing the site into three residential zones.
The South Weber Planning Commission on Oct. 9 unanimously moved to table a proposed rezone for the Peek Farm property at approximately 898 E. 7240 S. The applicant, Vern Peek (with developer Korey Kap), had sought to convert roughly 37.01 acres from Agricultural (A) to three residential zones — R‑L, R‑M and R‑P — as an initial step toward subdivision.
Community Development Manager Lance Evans told commissioners that "this application is the first step toward subdividing 37 acres into three zones for a subdivision with varying residential densities consistent with the South Weber General Plan," and that the developer later requested changes to the zone boundaries and acreage. During public comment, Paul Sturm pointed out a spelling discrepancy in the application and asked whether Resolution 2024‑034 (or 2025‑034) applied and what the minimum lot size for the R‑M zone would be. Resident Corey Smith urged the city to require a traffic study, saying the project could "increase traffic and impact city services." Jared Olsen, also from South Weber, said he supports private property rights but warned the development may create pressure to widen South Weber Drive.
Developer Korey Kap acknowledged updated acreage information and told the commission the R‑P area was intended to contain smaller lots to accommodate nearby power lines. Commissioner Julie Losee referenced the city's 2020 General Plan and said she recalled the parcel being discussed as a buffer from Interstate 84; other commissioners emphasized the plan is a guideline and noted higher density is often sited near highways.
Commissioner Marty McFadden moved to table the application to the next Planning Commission meeting; Commissioner Gary Boatright seconded and the motion passed 5‑0. No formal rezone or map amendment was approved at the Oct. 9 meeting. The item will return for further materials addressing acreage, lot sizes and the traffic/study question.
