Planning Commission Agenda & Minutes
Regular MeetingFruit Heights, UT · October 25, 2022
Minutes
MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
FRUIT HEIGHTS CITY
910 South Mountain Road
October 25, 2022
WELCOME: Curtis Tanner called the meeting to order at 7:02 pm.
PLEDGE & OPENING CEREMONY: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by City Manager
Brandon Green and the meeting was opened with Planning Commission Member Curtis Tanner
offering a word of prayer.
PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: Sam Brady, Chairman Curtis Tanner,
Carrie Carroll, Brain Bare, and Kevin Paulsen were all present.
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Council Member Diane Anderson and City Manager Brandon Green,
City Planner Jeff Oyler, Public Works Superintendent Darren Frandsen, and City Employee Hailee
Ballingham.
VISITORS: John Barker, Jody Trujillo, Cara Trujillo, Jed F. Barker, Fawn Morgan, and Jim
Morgan.
REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS: None
PUBLIC HEARING:
Planning Commission Member Kevin Paulsen made a motion to open the public hearing regarding
modifications of zoning ordinances. The motion was seconded by C Brain Bare and it was
approved unanimously by the Commission members present.
City Manager Brandon Green provided background information regarding a conflict within the
pool ordinance where one section requires 30 feet from dwelling and another section that only
requires 20 feet from a dwelling. The conflict within the ordinance is holding up two pool permits.
One of the concerns that was raised was the locations of the pools in proximity to neighbors house
and the noise that was a potential issue.
The Planning Commission discussed requirements in surrounding cities regarding space from
buildings, property lines, slope, and landscaping in regards to safety of structures, property, and
lives.
After Chairman Curtis Tanner remarked that there was time available for people to put word in
on the change to the sign ordinance Planning Commission Member Brian Bare made a motion to
end the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Planning Commission Member Kevin
Paulsen. The Planning Commission members present at the meeting approved the motion
unanimously. (28:45)
REVIEW OVER RE-ZONE: 21.316 acres from A-1 (agriculture) to R-1-12 (Single Family
Residential).
Chairman Curtis Tanner reopens the public hearing at 7:30 pm, the Planning Commission
members present at the meeting approved the motion.
21.316 acres located at 260 N Mountain Road from A-1 to R-1-12
Branden Green Background. Barker family property rezone request, it has been posted in the
newspaper, property, and notice to surrounding neighbors of the request of changing the zone from
an agricultural to a R-1-12. The lot layout will likely change each lot has to have at least 5,000
square feet of buildable lot under 30%.
Public Comments: “After all of the notices went out, in behalf of a neighbor, how much will the
houses cost?”
After discussion, Planning Commission Member Carrie Carroll made a motion to close the public
hearing, and it was seconded by Planning Commission Member Kevin Paulsen. The Planning
Commission members present at the meeting approved the motion unanimously. (38:45)
Review/discuss/approve/deny request to rezone
City Planning Commission discussed specific parts of the property talking about geotechnical
testing, slope, lot size, single family dwelling, and roads.
After discussion, Planning Commission Member Brian Bare made a motion to approve the zoning
change from A-1 to R-1-12 for 260 N Mountain Road and was seconded by Planning Commission
Member Sam Brady. The Planning Commission members present at the meeting approved the
motion unanimously. (48:30)
Pool Ordinance:
It was discussed to move the 5 feet from property line to 10 feet from property line and 20 foot to
neighbors dwelling and 15 feet from non-livable structures with existing pools being grandfathered
in.
After discussion it was concluded that in the Fruit Heights City Code Chapter 10-11-13 Titled
“Swimming Pools and Tennis Courts” that Planning Commission Member Kevin Paulsen made a
motion to repeal City Code Chapter 10-11-13 and in its place enter Chapter 10-11-13 with the
following changes to the subpoints: A would remain the same, B would change from 5 ft to 10 ft
from interior property lines, C keep the first clause and keep the second sub clause, D and E would
be struck, F would remain the same, G wording was changed to remove that vegetation on or near
such a fence may not be view obstructing, H would correct “ear” to “rear”, I will remain the
same. The motion was seconded by Planning Commission Member Carrie Carroll. The following
Planning Commission members in are in favor of the revision of chapter 10-11-13, Sam Brady,
Chairman Curtis Tanner, Carrie Carroll, and Kevin Paulsen with Brian Bare opposed. (1:18:24)
SIGN ORDINANCE: 10-16-6 Signs and Outdoor Advertising, specifically “Portable
and/or/Mobile Signs”
Brandon Green provides background regarding complaints the city has received complaints about
a specific trailer with advertising parking around the city.
The following addition to City Code Chapter 10-11 was discussed and reviewed.
10-16-6: PROHIBITED SIGN DEVICES:
A. Enumerated: The following signs are prohibited in any zone in Clearfield City. Any sign
not specifically allowed by this chapter shall also be prohibited:
1. Balloons or other inflatable objects, except as specifically allowed by this chapter.
2. Any sign that flashes, blinks, uses chaser lights, etc., or moves in any way, animate
or inanimate. (Commercial signs may be approved with time/temperature or
electronic message center capability.) Subtle lighting changes of low intensity are
allowed.
3. Roof signs.
4. Signs placed over other signs.
5. Temporary signs, except those provided for in this chapter.
6. Any truck, trailer, or other vehicle conspicuously or regularly parked on or off
premises with advertising message or logo displayed to attract attention to a
business, product, or promotion, unless such vehicle is used on a daily basis for
personal or business transportation. The Planning and Zoning Administrator or
designee may require the removal of such vehicle I in his opinion such vehicle is
being utilized for advertising purposes.
7. Strobe lights.
8. Graffiti.
9. Spotlights directed into the night sky except as part of an approved promotional
period for temporary signs.
10. Off premises signs, except as allowed by this chapter. (Ord. 2010-12, 6-22-2010)
11. Flags shall not be allowed for advertising purposes except as allowed by this
chapter. (Ord. 2017-13, 7-25-2017)
Planning Commission Member Kevin Paulsen made a motion to add chapter 10-16-6 with the
following changes: Subsection A “Clearfield City” be changed to “Fruit Heights City” and in
Subsections 10 and 11 the Ordinances be stricken. The motion was seconded by Planning
Commission Member Carrie Carroll. The following Planning Commission members in are in favor
of the addition of chapter 10-16-6 Prohibited Sign Devices Sam Brady, Chairman Curtis Tanner,
Carrie Carroll, and Kevin Paulsen with Brian Bare opposed. (1:42:50)
Motion to Adjourn made by Planning Commission Member Keven Paulsen. Motion seconded by
Planning Commission Member Brian Bare seconded the motion. The Planning Commission
members present at the meeting approved the motion unanimously. (1:46:45)
UPCOMING EVENTS:
November 15, 2022.
City Christmas Party December 6, 2022
CITY COUNCIL & STAFF REPORTS: None
Not approved until signed.
/s/:________________
Brandon Green, City Recorder
Date approved by City Council:
Agenda
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AGENDA
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
October 25, 2022
Regular Meeting: 7:00 pm - City Council Room
1. Welcome and Opening Ceremony
2. Roll Call: Brandon Green
3. Review and Approve Meeting Minutes for:
4. PUBLIC HEARING: The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday,
September 25, 2022, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Fruit Heights City Hall to consider
modifications to the Fruit Heights City Zoning Ordinance for the following Chapters:
1. Fruit Heights City Code Chapter 10-11-13: Amendment that Repeals Chapter 10-11-13
SWIMMING POOLS AND TENNIS COURTS.
2. Fruit Heights City Code Chapter 10-11-13-1: Amendments to clarify PRIVATE SWIMMING POOLS
as it relates to pool setbacks and pool locations on private property.
3. Fruit Heights City Code Chapter 10-16: Amendments to the Ordinance that regulate SIGNS AND
OUTDOOR ADVERTISING
5. Notice is hereby given that the Fruit Heights Planning Commission will consider on Tuesday, October
25, 2022, at 7:00 p.m.
1. Review of a proposal to rezone approximately 21.316 acres located at 260 North Mountain Road
from A-1 (Agriculture) to R-1-12 Single Family Residential). The public hearing will be held in the
City Council Chambers, Fruit Heights City Hall, 910 S Mountain Road, Fruit Heights, Utah.
6. SUBDIVISION REVIEW
1. Review/Discuss/Approve/Deny Request to rezone approximately 21.316 acres located at 260
North Mountain Road from A-1 (Agriculture) to R-1-12 Single Family Residential).
7. ORDIANACE REVIEW
1. Review, Discuss, Approve, Deny Amendments to Title 10 Chapter 11 Section 13 Swimming Pools
and Tennis Courts
2. Review, Discuss, Approve, Deny Amendments to Chapter 16: Signs and Outdoor Advertising,
specifically “Portable and/or Mobile Signs”
8. OTHER BUSINESS: Miscellaneous, Correspondence, etc.
Fruit Heights Planning Commission Diane Anderson: City Council Representative
Chairman: Curtis Tanner Manager/Recorder: R. Brandon Green
Sam Brady Kevin Paulson Carrie Carroll Brian Bare Planner: Jeff Oyler
9. CALENDAR:
1. Next Planning Commission Meeting is scheduled for November 15, 2022.
10. ELECTRONIC MEETING: By motion of the Fruit Heights City Council, Elected Officials, Planning
Commission, and City Staff can participate in regularly scheduled meetings via electronic media when
approved by the Planning Commission Chairman.
YouTube Link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8YTyXDIppc
11. ADJOURN:
I HEREBY CERTIFY that a copy of this agenda was posted on the City’s Website as well as posted on the
State of Utah's Website.
R. Brandon Green
R. Brandon Green - Recorder
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations during this
meeting should contact the City Manager, Brandon Green at (801)546-0861, at least 24 hours prior to the
meeting.
: SWIMMING POOLS AND TENNIS COURTS: A private outdoor swimming pool or tennis
court may be constructed within the side or rear yard, as an accessory use to a main building,
not less than four feet (4') from the side and rear lot lines and not less than thirty feet (30')
from any dwelling on any adjacent lot. Where an adjacent lot is vacant, a swimming pool or
tennis court must be located at least fifteen feet (15') from any side lot line of any neighboring
lot. Where a swimming pool is completely enclosed in a building, the location requirements for
accessory buildings shall apply. Where any swimming pool is to be located in the vicinity of any
septic tank or sewage disposal field, the location of the same shall first be approved by the
county health department. (Ord. 2004-08, 11-6-2004)
: PRIVATE SWIMMING POOLS: No such pool shall be allowed in any zone except as an
accessory use and unless it complies with the following conditions and requirements:
A. It is an accessory use to a main building and is located within the side or rear yard
thereof.
B. It may not be closer than four feet (4') five feet (5) to any property line of the property
on which it is located.
C. It shall not be less than twenty feet (20') from any neighbor's dwelling, or fifteen feet
(15') from any side lot line of an adjacent vacant lot.
D. It shall not be less than fifteen feet (15') from any neighbor's non livable area of their
dwelling, which includes, but is not limited to, the garage, carport or storage areas.
E. If on a corner lot where the rear lot line is coterminous with the side lot line of an
adjoining lot, it shall be located not less than fifteen feet (15') from such lot line.
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E.F. It shall be no closer than seven (7’) feet from the top of a slope, unless designed to Formatted: Indent: Left: 0.5", No bullets or
support the water in the pool without soil support.
G. The swimming pool, or the entire property on which it is located, shall be walled or
fenced to a minimum height of six feet (6'). Where a swimming pool is located less than
thirty feet (30') from any property line, the pool shall be enclosed with a view
obstructing wall or fence not less than six feet (6') in height. Vegetation on or near such
a fence mayshall not be considered view obstructing. All gates on said fences shall be
fitted with a self-closing and latching device located on the interior side of the gate.
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H. If the pool is equipped with a Pool Safety Cover as specified in ASTM standard F 1346-91 Formatted: Indent: Left: 0.5", No bullets or
and when installed and maintained properly and in accordance to the installation
instructions, a 6’ high fence may be eliminated on the side(s) and year yards Formatted: Font: (Default) +Body (Calibri), 12 pt
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F.I. Landscaping in the yard where the pool is constructed shall be designed and maintained
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in such a manner as to ensure that all drainage shall be collected and conveyed to the
public way without draining onto adjacent neighbors.
G.J. Where a swimming pool is completely enclosed in a building, the location requirements
for accessory and main buildings shall apply. Where a swimming pool is to be located in
the near vicinity of any septic tank or sewage disposal drain field, the location must be
approved beforehand in writing by the Davis County health department.
H.K. Any pool lighting shall be installed and directed in such a manner as to not cause
disturbance to neighboring residents. (Ord. 2005-09, 11-15-2005)
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October 13, 2022
FRUIT HEIGHTS CITY
NOTICE OF A REZONE PETITION
Notice is hereby given that the Fruit Heights Planning Commission will consider on Tuesday, October 25,
2022 at 7:00 p.m. a review for a proposal to rezone approximately 21.316 acres from A-1 (Agricultural),
R-1-12 (Single Family Residential). For a location of the property being requested to be rezoned, refer to
the map on the reverse side of this notice.
The public hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers, Fruit Heights City Hall, 910 South
Mountain Road, Fruit Heights, Utah. For more information, contact Brandon Green at (801) 546-0861
or at bgreen@fruitheightscity.com.
Individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids & services)
during this hearing should notify Fruit Heights City a minimum of 24 hours prior to the hearing.
Mayor: John M. Pohlman Council Members
City Manager/Recorder: R. Brandon Green Diane AndersonGary Anderson
City Treasurer: Evelyn Zimmerman Eileen MossGeorge RayFlorence Sadler
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CHAPTER 16
SIGNS AND OUTDOOR ADVERTISING
SECTION:
10-16-1: Purpose
10-16-2: Definitions
10-16-3: General Requirements
10-16-4: Property Signs
10-16-5: Signs Allowed In All Zones
10-16-6: A-1, R-S And R-1 Zones
10-16-7: C-1 Zone
10-16-8: C-2 Zone
10-16-9: Political Signs
10-16-1: PURPOSE: The purpose and objective of this chapter is: to minimize potential
hazards to motorists and pedestrians; to
encourage signs which, by good design, integrate with and are harmonious to the
building and site; to encourage and improve the appearance of the city; to enhance
and safeguard property values; and to protect public and private investment in
buildings and open space. (Ord. 2004-03, 7-20-2004)
10-16-2: DEFINITIONS: The following words and phrases, whenever used in this title,
shall be construed as defined in this section:
ANIMATED SIGN: A sign which involves motion or rotation of any part by
mechanical or artificial means or displays flashing or intermittent
lights.
AREA: The area of a sign is that portion used for display purposes,
excluding the minimum frame and supports. In computing sign
area, only one side of a back to back or double face sign covering
the same subject shall be computed when the signs are parallel or
diverge from a common edge by an angle of not more than forty
five degrees (45°).
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BILLBOARD SIGN: See definition of Off Premises Sign. Billboards are not permitted
within the city limits of Fruit Heights City.
FLAT SIGN: A sign erected parallel to and attached to the outside wall of a
building and extending not more than eighteen inches (18") from
such wall.
FREESTANDING SIGN: A sign supported by a fixed permanent frame or support in the
ground.
GROUND SIGN: An on premises or identification sign having a minimum height
of six feet (6').
IDENTIFICATION SIGN: A sign displayed to indicate the name or nature of buildings or
uses other than commercial or industrial uses located upon the
premises, i.e., schools, churches, hospitals, multiple-unit
dwellings, PRUDs, etc.
NAMEPLATE SIGN: A sign indicating the name and/or occupation of a person
residing on the premises or legally occupying the premises or
indicating a home occupation legally existing on the premises.
An advertising sign which directs attention to a use, product,
OFF PREMISES SIGN: commodity, or service not related to the premises on which the
sign is located. Off premises signs are not permitted in any zone.
A sign which directs attention to a use conducted, product or
commodity sold, or service performed upon the premises on
ON PREMISES SIGN: which it is located.
Any sign which is designed to influence the action of the voters
either for the passage or defeat of a measure appearing on the
POLITICAL SIGN: ballot at any national, state or local election, or which is designed
to influence the action of the voters for the election or defeat of a
candidate for nomination or election to any public office at any
national, state or local election. Political signs are temporary
signs supporting the
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candidacy for office or urging action on any other matter on the
ballot of primary, general, and special elections.
PORTABLE SIGN: A sign which is not permanently attached to the ground or a
building, including signs mounted on a stand or wheels.
PROJECTING SIGN: A sign attached to a building and extending in whole or in part
more than eighteen inches (18") beyond any wall of the building.
A sign related to the property on which it is located, advertising
PROPERTY SIGN: contemplated improvements, or announcing the name of the
builder, owner, designer or developer of the project, or warning
against trespass.
PUBLIC NECESSITY SIGN: A sign informing the public of any danger or hazard existing on or
adjacent to the premises.
ROOF SIGN: A sign erected partly or wholly freestanding on or over the roof of
a building.
SERVICE SIGN: A sign which is incidental to a use lawfully occupying the
property upon which the sign is located and which sign is
necessary to provide information to the public, such as direction to
parking lots, location of restrooms, sale of agricultural products
produced upon the premises and which bear, as an incidental part
of the sign, the name, address or trademark of persons furnishing
such sign to the owner of the premises.
TEMPORARY SIGN: A sign, banner, pennant, valance or advertising display intended to
be displayed out of doors for a short period of time. Such signs are
usually, but not necessarily, constructed of paper, cloth, canvas,
light fabric, cardboard, wallboard or other light materials, with or
without frames.
WALL SIGN: A sign that is either painted on an exterior wall or its facing, or is
painted in such a way that it
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gives the visual appearance of being painted on a wall or facing by not having a frame or sepa
ration from the wall or facing. (Ord. 2004-03, 7-20-2004; amd. Ord. 2005-06, 8-16-2005; Ord.
2006-01, 1-17-2006)
10-16-3: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: The following provisions apply to all signs
located in the city. No sign shall be erected,
replaced, reconstructed, maintained, enlarged or moved to a new location unless it
complies with the requirements set forth in this section:
A. Permit Required: No sign shall be erected in the city without first having obtained a permit
from the building inspector. All applications for a sign permit shall be reviewed and
approved by the zoning administrator. Applications for sign permits shall be accompanied
by a plot plan drawn to scale showing the size and location of the sign on the premises.
B. Lighted Signs: No lighted or animated sign shall be installed or located to permit the direct
rays of light to project beyond the property on which the sign is located so as to constitute a
nuisance or hazard to the adjacent property owners.
C. Projection Of Signs: No part of any sign shall be attached to any building or other structure
or otherwise be located in such a way as to project across any property lines.
D. Clearance: There shall be a minimum clearance of ten feet (1O') between a pedestrian
walkway or vehicular accessway and any part of a projecting or freestanding sign.
E. Signs On Public Property: No sign or pole shall be erected on publicly owned land or
inside street rights of way. No sign, handbill, poster, advertisement or notice of any kind,
whether political or otherwise, shall be fastened, placed, posted, painted or attached in any
way in or upon any curbstone, lamppost, telephone pole, power pole, electric line, hydrant,
tree, rock, sidewalk or street; except that signs owned and erected by a public agency or its
authorized representative that are required by law or which are for the direction and/or
safety of the public may be erected on publicly owned land.
F. Animated And Flashing Signs: No sign shall be erected within the city which is so
designed and/or operated to have moving mechanical parts or to be flashing, nor shall signs
be located in such a manner that they will materially or practically tend to create a traffic
hazard.
G. Sound: No signs shall be permitted which has been designed for the purpose of emitting
sounds.
H. Maintenance: Every sign shall be kept in good and sightly condition. The zoning
administrator may require dilapidated and/or unsafe signs to be put in good condition, and
upon failure of the owner to do so within thirty (30) days of receiving written notice, the
city may order such sign to be removed or demolished at the expense of the owner.
I. Exemptions: Signs for a temporary, personal or nonbusiness event shall be exempt from the
provisions of this chapter. Such signs include notices for garage sales, open house signs,
lost and found notices, etc. (Ord. 2004-03, 7-20-2004)
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10-16-4: PROPERTY SIGNS: Property signs in any zone shall conform to the following
regulations and standards:
A. Number: There may be two (2) property signs for a subdivision or building project of up to
twenty five (25) lots or units, plus one additional sign for each fifty (50) lots or units, or
major fraction thereof.
B. Maximum Size: A property sign shall be no larger than forty eight
(48) square feet (counting 1 side of a 2-sided sign).
C. Location: A property sign may be displayed as a wall, flat, ground or freestanding sign. As
a freestanding sign, a property sign shall be no higher than ten feet (1O').
D. Duration: A property sign shall be allowed only during the construction and initial sales
period of any subdivision or building development, to a maximum period of two (2) years.
An extension for up to one additional year may be granted by the planning commission.
(Ord. 2004-03, 7-20-2004)
10-16-5: SIGNS ALLOWED IN ALL ZONES:
A. Identification Signs: One or two (2) identification signs not to exceed four (4) square feet
in combined area and unlighted, to include
B. nameplates, signs of a civic or religious nature, bulletin boards or signs pertaining to the
prospective sale, lease or rental of the premises on which they are located, or advertising
the products manufactured or produced or the business conducted thereon, shall be allowed
in any required yard area in all zones.
C. Sale Of Agricultural Products: One or more wall or ground signs, totaling not more than
forty eight (48) square feet in combined area, advertising the sale of homegrown
agricultural products, may be allowed for up to ninety (90) days in a given continuous
twelve (12) month period.
D. Bulletin Boards: A bulletin board, not exceeding twelve (12) square feet in area, erected
upon the premises of a church or other noncommercial institution for the purpose of
displaying the name and activities of services therein may be allowed in any required yard
area, provided it is located no closer than ten feet (1O') to any lot line. (Ord. 2004-03, 7-20-
2004)
10-16-6: PROHIBITED SIGN DEVICES:
A. Enumerated: The following signs are prohibited in any zone in Clearfield City. Any
sign not specifically allowed by this chapter shall also be prohibited:
1. Balloons or other inflatable objects, except as specifically allowed by this chapter.
2. Any sign that flashes, blinks, uses chaser lights, etc., or moves in any way,
animate or inanimate. (Commercial signs may be approved with time/temperature or
electronic message center capability.) Subtle lighting changes of low intensity are
allowed.
3. Roof signs.
4. Signs placed over other signs.
5. Temporary signs, except those provided for in this chapter.
6. Any truck, trailer, or other vehicle conspicuously or regularly parked on or off
premises with an advertising message or logo displayed to attract attention to a
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business, product, or promotion, unless such vehicle is used on a daily basis for
personal or business transportation. The Planning and Zoning Administrator or
designee may require the removal of such vehicle if in his opinion such vehicle is
being utilized for advertising purposes.
7. Strobe lights.
8. Graffiti.
9. Spotlights directed into the night sky except as part of an approved promotional
period for temporary signs.
10. Off premises signs, except as allowed by this chapter. (Ord. 2010-12, 6-22-2010)
11. Flags shall not be allowed for advertising purposes except as allowed by this
chapter. (Ord. 2017-13, 7-25-2017)
10-16-7 A-1, R-S AND R-1 ZONES: In addition to those signs allowed in all zones as set
forth in sections 10-16-4 and 10-16-5 of
this chapter, there shall be allowed in zones A-1, R-S and R-1 the following signs, subject to the
specified restrictions and conditions:
A. Identification And Service Signs: One or more wall or ground signs, totaling not more than
forty eight (48) square feet in combined area, for institutions, multi-family dwellings or
allowed nonresidential buildings. Permitted signs on institutional or other nonresidential
buildings may be illuminated by floodlighting. (Ord. 2004-03, 7-20-2004)
10-16-8: C-1 ZONE: In addition to those signs allowed in all zones as set forth in sections
10-16-4 and 10-16-5 of this chapter, there
shall be allowed in the C-1 commercial zone the following signs, subject to the specified
restrictions and conditions:
A. On Premises Signs: One or more wall or projecting signs totaling not more than
seventy five (75) square feet in combined area, and one ground or freestanding sign not
to exceed fifty (50) square feet in area and not to exceed twenty feet (20') in height. All
such signs may be directly or indirectly lighted.
B. Temporary Signs: One or more wall, projecting, ground or freestanding signs totaling
not more than fifty (50) square feet in combined area and not to exceed twenty feet
(20') in height. Temporary signs may be displayed for up to thirty (30) days within a
continuous twelve (12) month period. (Ord. 2004-03, 7-20-2004)
10-16-9: C-2 ZONE: In addition to those signs allowed in all zones as set forth in sections
10-16-4 and 10-16-5 of this chapter, there
shall be allowed in the C-2 commercial zone the following signs, subject to the specified
restrictions and conditions:
A. On Premises Signs: One or more wall or projecting signs totaling not more than one
hundred fifty (150) square feet in combined area, and one ground or freestanding sign
not to exceed seventy five (75) square feet in area and not to exceed twenty five feet
(25') in height. On properties adjacent to Highway 89, a freestanding sign may be
permitted not to exceed two hundred (200) square feet in area and not to exceed forty
feet (40') in height. All such signs may be directly or indirectly lighted.
B. Temporary Signs: One or more wall, projecting, ground, or freestanding signs totaling
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not more than fifty (50) square feet in combined area and not to exceed twenty feet
(20') in height. Temporary signs may be displayed for up to thirty (30) days within a
continuous twelve (12) month period. (Ord. 2004-03, 7-20-2004)
10-16-10: POLITICAL SIGNS: Sign permits are not required for political signs.
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in
this chapter, the following provisions shall apply only to political signs erected out of doors:
A. Location And Type:
1. Political signs are permitted in single-family residential districts only upon lots in
which a residence is located without prior approval of the building department,
provided that permission has been obtained from the property owner(s). If permission
has not been obtained from the property owner(s) and the sign is within the owner's
legal property rights and boundaries, the owner(s) of the property may remove the sign
and contact the city to have the sign picked up. Upon notification to the city, the zoning
administrator or authorized agents shall immediately notify by telephone the candidate,
committee or person responsible for the posting of such sign in violation of this
section, indicating the location of the sign and that the sign shall be removed within
twenty four (24) hours. After that time the sign can be destroyed.
2. The dimensions of such signs shall not exceed a maximum area of twelve (12) square
feet and four feet (4') in height, and further provided that only one sign per office or
measure shall be placed upon that lot or parcel of land regardless of the size of such
parcel.
3. Political signs shall be temporary, stationary, and unlighted.
4. No political signs may be erected earlier than thirty (30) days before the election to
which it relates.
a. When a primary election is required for a public office, signs for candidates
seeking election may be displayed thirty (30) days in advance of the primary
election. Candidates successful in the primary election may leave their signs in
place for the upcoming general election.
b. When a primary region or national election is required for a public office, signs for
candidates seeking election may be displayed forty five (45) days in advance of the
primary election. Candidates successful in the primary election may leave their
signs in place for the upcoming general election.
c. Signs for referenda or initiatives that are held in conjunction with regularly
scheduled elections shall be limited to thirty (30) calendar days preceding the
election.
d. Signs for any special election shall be limited to a period immediately preceding
the election of seven (7) calendar days.
5. Political signs shall not be attached to any utility pole, fence, tree or other vegetation in
any public right of way.
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6. Political signs shall not be erected in such a manner that they will or reasonably may be
expected to interfere with, obstruct, confuse or mislead traffic.
7. Political signs shall be self-contained and freestanding and shall not be attached to any
structure, except that the sign may be placed in a window.
8. Political signs may not be located on trees or lawn owned by the city or on any
property owned, leased, maintained, or operated by the city.
9. Political signs are not allowed on medians or in park strips.
B. Responsible Person: In a campaign for elective office, the candidate for such office shall be
deemed the person responsible for the posting of campaign signs, unless the candidate first
notifies the city recorder and the zoning administrator of another person who is responsible.
In such case, the candidate shall provide the name, address, telephone number, and signed
consent of such other responsible person. In a campaign regarding a ballot measure, the
president of the committee supporting or opposing such ballot measure shall be deemed
responsible, unless said person first notifies the city recorder and zoning administrator of
some other person responsible, in the manner described above. The candidate, or in the
case of a ballot measure, the committee president or other responsible person if so
designated, shall be liable to pay any fees or costs for the removal and storage of illegal
signs, as set out herein. Further, such candidate, committee president, or other designated
person, shall be subject to prosecution for any violation of this chapter.
C. Removal Of Illegal Signs:
1. Illegal Signs, Public Nuisance: Campaign signs in violation of this section are hereby
declared to be public nuisances and may be abated as such by the city. The collection
of removal fees shall not preclude the city from prosecuting any person for violating
this chapter.
2. Removal Of Illegal Campaign Signs: The zoning administrator or authorized agents are
authorized to remove any campaign sign found posted within the corporate limits of the
city when such sign is in violation of the provisions of this section. For the purpose of
removing campaign signs, the zoning administrator or authorized agents are
empowered to take all steps necessary to remove the unauthorized sign including, but
not limited to, enlisting the aid or assistance of any other department of the city and to
secure legal process to the end that all such signs shall be expeditiously removed from
any property where posted.
3. Notice: Upon discovery, the zoning administrator or authorized agents shall
immediately notify by telephone the candidate, committee or person responsible for
the posting of any sign in violation of this section, indicating the location of the sign
and that the sign must be removed within five (5) working days. If the address or phone
number of the person responsible for the violating sign is not known, the sign shall be
removed under the provisions as set forth in subsection C2 of this section.
4. Storage And Return: If after the five (5) day notice has been given under subsection C3
of this section, any campaign sign has not been removed, the zoning administrator or
authorized agents shall remove said campaign sign and keep a record of the location
from which the sign was removed. He/she shall store the sign in a safe location for at
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least thirty (30) days. The zoning administrator or authorized agents shall return any
campaign sign upon the payment of the fee provided in subsection E of this section.
5. Signs shall not be allowed and shall be removed when they are attached to any
regulatory sign. These shall include, but will not be limited to stop signs, yield signs,
speed limit signs, caution signs and school crossing signs.
D. Postelection Sign Removal: The person, party, or parties responsible for the erection or
distribution of any such signs shall be jointly and severally liable for the removal of them
within five (5) calendar days after the election to which they refer.
E. Charge For Sign Removal: Failure to remove signs within the specified time limit may
require city officials to remove the signs. Each candidate found not to have substantially
complied with the removal of the signs shall be charged for staff time and expense of sign
removal. Such charge shall not be less than two dollars fifty cents ($2.50) per sign
removed. This charge applies to both subsections C and D of this section and will be
deducted from the deposit held by the city.
F. Signs In Public Right of Way:
1. Placement of signs is encouraged within private property. Any sign placed in public
right of way is subject to removal by city staff. When signs are removed for this
reason, the responsible party shall be notified of the reason for the removal and the
location. The sign will be made available for five (5) calendar days to be picked up.
After that time, it will be destroyed.
G. Destruction Of Political Signs: Wanton destruction of political signs shall constitute a class
C misdemeanor and shall be punishable in accordance with other personal property
destruction statutes. (Ord. 2006-01, 1-17-2006)
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FRUIT HEIGHTS CITY PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Fruit Heights Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, September
25, 2022, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Fruit Heights City Hall located at 910
S Mountain Road, Fruit Heights, to consider modifications to the Fruit Heights City Zoning
Ordinance for the following Chapters:
Fruit Heights City Code Chapter 10-11-13: Amendment that Repeals Chapter 10-11-13
SWIMMING POOLS AND TENNIS COURTS.
Fruit Heights City Code Chapter 10-11-13-1: Amendments to clarify PRIVATE SWIMMING
POOLS as it relates to pool setbacks and pool locations on private property.
Fruit Heights City Code Chapter 10-16: Amendments to the Ordinance that regulate SIGNS
AND OUTDOOR ADVERTISING
Comments may be submitted by attending the public hearing. Should you have any
questions, please contact Brandon Green at (801) 546-0861 or by email at
bgreen@fruitheightscity.com.
Notice is hereby given that the Fruit Heights Planning Commission will consider on Tuesday,
October 25, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. a review of a proposal to rezone approximately 21.316 acres located at
260 North Mountain Road from A-1 (Agriculture) to R-1-12 Single Family Residential). The public hearing
will be held in the City Council Chambers, Fruit Heights City Hall, 910 S Mountain Road, Fruit Heights,
Utah.
For more information, contact Brandon Green at (801) 546-0861 or by email at
bgreen@fruitheightscity.com. Individuals with special accommodations (including auxiliary
communicative aids & services) during this hearing should notify Fruit Heights City a minimum of 24
hours prior to the hearing.
Respectfully,
Brandon Green
Fruit Heights City
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