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Hofheins preliminary plat tabled after staff says proposal exceeds R-4 density
Summary
The Hofheins preliminary plat for three parcels on E 500 S proposing 17 townhome units was tabled for revision after staff advised the proposal exceeded R-4 density limits (site supports ~13 units) and disclosed a private negative easement; public commenters raised traffic and property-value concerns.
The Planning Commission on Jan. 13 tabled the Hofheins Builders LLC preliminary plat for properties at 70, 76 and 80 East 500 South after staff concluded the proposal did not meet Vernal City’s R-4 density standards.
Assistant City Manager Braeden Christofferson told the commission the applicant proposed 17 townhome units on roughly 0.91 acres, but under current zoning and development configuration the site could support approximately 13 units. Christofferson also disclosed a private dispute between neighboring property owners over a negative easement that affects the site; staff said that easement is a civil matter beyond the City’s authority. Applicant Gordon Hofheins said he had previously believed a higher unit count was allowed and indicated willingness to revise the plat to conform to code.
Resident Gene Angus spoke during public comment expressing concern about increased traffic and potential impacts on quality of life and property values. After discussion about noncompliance with density standards, Samantha Chapoose moved to table the preliminary plat to allow the applicant to revise the proposal; Ryan Balch seconded. The motion passed with Chair Stephen Lytle and commissioners Chapoose, Balch, Bancroft, Todich and Young voting in favor.
The applicant will return with a revised plat that addresses density and any civil easement issues; the Commission took no final action on approvals or variances.
