Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingWest Valley City, UT · May 24, 2023
Minutes
WEST VALLEY CITY
PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES
MAY 24, 2023
The meeting was called to order at 4:00 p.m. by Chairperson Fuller in the City Council
Chambers at West Valley City Hall 3600 Constitution Boulevard, West Valley City, UT 84119,
and using Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88955119737.
WEST VALLEY CITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS
David McEwen, Brent Fuller, Mathew Lovato, Darrick Porter, Martell Winters, Cindy
Wood, and Harold Woodruff
ABSENT
Mathew Lovato
WEST VALLEY CITY PLANNING DIVISION STAFF
Steve Pastorik, Jody Knapp, Brock Anderson, Steve Lehman, and Kirsten Hunt
WEST VALLEY CITY LEGAL DEPARTMENT
Brandon Hill, Deputy City Attorney
AUDIENCE
There was 9 people in the audience
GP-1-2023
Russell Platt
1251 West 3300 South
General Plan change from Mixed Use with High Density Residential
to Mixed Use with Very High Density Residential
13.0 Acres
Russell Platt is requesting a change to the General Plan from Mixed Use with High Density
Residential (12 to 20 units/acre) to Mixed Use with Very High Density Residential (over 20
units/acre) on 13.0 acres of property located at 1251 West 3300 South. This application also
includes a request to replace a development agreement for this property that was entered into
back in 2002. The subject property is currently zoned MXD (Mixed Use). Surrounding zoning
includes C-2 (General Commercial) to the west, north, and portion of the east and RMH
(Residential Mobile Home) to the south and the remaining east portion. Surrounding uses include
vacant land owned by the City’s Redevelopment Agency to the north, a used car lot to the west,
and mobile home parks to the east and south.
The property is currently developed as the Village at River’s Edge Apartments which include
244 apartments and 21,054 square feet of commercial space on the ground floor of four of the
buildings on the north end of the property. In the southeast corner of the property is a 40-unit
condo building that is not included with this application. The current density of the apartment
development is 18.8 units/acre.
Development Proposal
The applicant is proposing two significant changes to the existing Village at River’s Edge
development that are highlighted on the attached concept plan. The first proposed change is to
remodel buildings A1-A4 (buildings in blue on the concept plan) to replace the existing
commercial space with 30 new apartments. The second change is to fill the wetland area along
the east side of the property and develop 17 rental townhome units within 4 new buildings
(buildings in purple on the concept plan). The addition of 47 new units increases the density
from 18.8 units/acre to 22.4 units/acre. This is why the General Plan change is sought. Included
with this report are renderings for the proposed townhomes as well as renderings showing how
the existing mixed use buildings would be remodeled to convert the ground floor commercial
space into apartments. Also included are proposed standards for a new development agreement.
The existing development agreement is included for reference.
The table below includes some metrics for comparison between the current mixed use
development and the proposed residential development.
Existing Development Proposed Revisions
Studio Units 0 12
1-Bedroom Units 48 54
2-Bedroom Units 136 148
3-Bedroom Units 60 60
Townhomes (4-Bedroom) 0 17
Total # of Units 244 291
Density 18.8 units/acre 22.4 units/acre
Commercial Space 21,054 sq. ft. 0 sq. ft.
Apartments
The applicant is proposing three different types of new apartment units – 12 studio units, 6 1-
bedroom units, and 12 2-bedroom units. The studio units would be 475 sq. ft, the 1-bedroom
units would be 725 sq. ft., and the 2-bedroom units would be 912 sq. ft. The minimum areas in
the Zoning Ordinance for stacked units are 400 sq. ft. for studio units, 600 sq. ft. for 1-bedroom
units, and 850 sq. ft. for 2-bedroom units.
The new units will have 9-foot ceilings, solid surface countertops, two tone paint, 96% efficient
furnaces, and vinyl plank flooring in all rooms except the bathrooms. The applicant is also
proposing to fix stucco cracks and repaint all of the existing apartment buildings, the clubhouse,
and the adjoining condo building which is not under the same ownership. In addition, the
applicant has included management standards with his proposal.
The applicant provided the following reasons for converting the commercial space to apartments:
“The retail space on the first floor of four of the buildings has not been successful. There
has been an unfortunate amount of public disturbance requiring police attention. By
converting the retail space to new residential units it will mitigate the need for police
monitoring, making the apartment community and extended communities safer places.”
Townhomes
Each of the 17 rental townhomes will include a 2-car garage, 2,000 sq. ft. of finished area,
rooftop decks, 9-foot ceilings, solid surface countertops, 96% efficient furnaces, and vinyl plank
flooring in all rooms except the bathrooms.
The applicant provided the following reasons for filling the wetland area and adding rental
townhomes:
“The wetlands area has been a destination place for the homeless community to camp, by
cleaning it up and using the area for townhomes and new amenities the area will be more
easily monitored and maintained.”
Amenities
The existing apartment development includes an outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, walking paths,
covered picnic/BBQ area, 50% open space, a playground, 60 garage spaces, covered carport
a parking, and a clubhouse. The clubhouse includes a kitchen and gathering room, a fitness
center with changing rooms and showers, and a business center.
Proposed new amenities include an additional playground, an additional picnic area, two
pickleball courts, and new landscaped open space where part of the wetland was. The applicant
is also proposing new pedestrian walkway site lighting identified on the concept plan.
Landscaping
Lawn areas that are in poor condition will be replaced. Narrow lawn areas will be replaced with
xeriscaping. Trees that have died will be replaced with trees or shrubs depending on the space
available.
Parking
There are currently 626 total parking spaces on the site with 60 of the 626 being within garages.
The proposed changes would result in 668 total parking spaces. The tables below show the
parking requirements for the existing uses and the proposed uses. In summary, there is excess
parking under both the existing and proposed development.
Existing Development
Residential Unit Type # of Units Required Stalls/ Required Stalls
Unit
1-Bedroom 48 1.5 72
2-Bedroom 136 1.75 238
3-Bedroom 60 2 120
Totals 244 430
Commercial Uses Total Area in Sq. Ft. Required Required Stalls
Stalls/1,000 SF
Office and Retail 21,054 4 84
Overall Project Total Required
Stalls
Total 514
Proposed Development
Residential Unit Type # of Units Required Stalls/ Required Stalls
Unit
Studio 12 1.3 16
1-Bedroom 54 1.5 81
2-Bedroom 148 1.75 259
3-Bedroom 60 2 120
Townhomes 17 4.75 81
Totals 291 557
Issues
Business Turnover
According to the applicant, the commercial space in the first floors of the mixed use buildings
has not been successful. To help the Planning Commission evaluate this statement, staff has
included with this report a spreadsheet of the license history for the commercial space on the
subject property that is sorted based on the start date of the license. The current licensed
businesses on the property, which are highlighted in yellow in the spreadsheet, include a medical
office, cell phone store, dental office, a hair salon with permanent cosmetics, a laundromat, a nail
salon with permanent cosmetics, and a barber shop. Since the project was completed there have
been 35 business licenses terminated or closed and 9 with a delinquent status, meaning they have
not renewed their license. In some cases, individuals working in hair salons, nail salons, and
permanent cosmetic establishments have obtained their own licenses. Most of the prior licensed
uses were similar to the current licensed uses.
Crime
In the applicant’s justification for the changes, he mentioned that the commercial space led to
public disturbances that required police attention. He also mentioned that the wetland area
attracted transient persons.
The table below compares the 2021 volume of police calls for service for large (150 or more
units) apartment developments within the City. At first look, the Village at River’s Edge
development has the highest call volume along with E Gate. However, a few factors should be
considered to put this number in context.
First, the Village at River’s Edge numbers include calls to the adjoining condos as well as the
commercial space. The other apartment developments don’t include condos or commercial
space. When the Police Department enters the address for a call on an apartment, they sometimes
but not always indicate the unit number of the apartment. If you sum up all of the calls to
buildings with commercial use that do not have an apartment unit number in the address, the
total was 203. So, it appears that a significant number of calls were in response to the
commercial uses.
Second, the Village at River’s Edge apartments are the closest apartments within the City to the
homeless shelter just east of the City’s border in South Salt Lake. Ever since the homeless shelter
opened in South Salt Lake, the City has seen a significant increase in transient activity
particularly in commercial areas closest to the shelter.
Name of Apartment Address # of 2021 Police Calls/
Development Units Calls for Unit
Service
Aspenwood 4139 S 4080 W 178 346 1.94
Boulder Pines 4040 S 1535 W 160 261 1.63
Crossroads 2240 W 3800 S 240 559 2.33
E Gate 2982 S Decker Lake Dr. 304 904 2.97
Enclave 3810 S Redwood Rd. 486 1,152 2.37
Hidden Point 3854 W Rockwood Way 216 393 1.82
Liberty Commons 2783 S High Commons Way 209 206 0.99
Overlook 2930 W 4700 S 304 334 1.10
Pinnacle at Highbury 5281 W Lake Park Blvd 290 408 1.41
Residences at Fairbourne 2900 W Lehman Ave. 225 346 1.54
Station Ph 1
Sandalwood 2606 S Anna Caroline Dr. 278 524 1.88
Shadowbrook 3860 S Redwood Rd. 300 757 2.52
The Redwood 4000 S Redwood Rd. 437 934 2.14
Tuscany Cove 3856 W 3500 S 251 530 2.11
Valley Park 3600 S Orion Circle 212 157 0.74
Village at River’s Edge* 1251 W 3300 S 284 843 2.97
*Includes 244 apartments, 40 condos and commercial space
Wetlands
The proposed townhomes and new amenities are located on a wetland area. Filling this wetland
area will require approval from the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Summary
In summary, the applicant is requesting an amendment to the General Plan and the existing
development agreement to convert 21,054 square feet of commercial space to 30 apartment units
and to fill a wetland area to build 17 rental townhomes. Included with this request are
commitments from the applicant to build the new units to certain standards; build new amenities;
repair/enhance the existing landscaping; repair and paint the stucco exteriors of the apartments,
clubhouse, and adjoining condos; add additional site lighting; and adhere to management
standards.
Staff Alternatives:
1. Approval. This application should be approved subject to a development agreement that
includes the commitments made by the applicant as well as a requirement to include a
new landscape plan for the entire apartment development as part of the permitted use
application for the rental townhomes.
2. Continuance. This application should be continued for reasons determined during the
public hearing.
3. Denial. This application should be denied as the Mixed Use zone was intended to have a
mix of uses.
Discussion: Steve Pastorik presented the application. He noted that during the study meeting
last week, there was a conversation about having the design of the proposed
structures match that of the existing buildings. Steve then presented three different
concept plans. First was the original plan submitted by the applicant depicting a
pitched parapet roof. The following image included suggestions from the staff,
showing a more modern, flat parapet roof. Finally, Steve presented the concept
plan to be considered by the Commission today. He then discussed the staff
alternatives that are outlined in the staff report.
Commissioner Winters asked if the development agreement states that the
applicant needs to acquire approval from the US Army Corps of Engineers
regarding wetlands. Steve explained that since they are not part of the City, they
would not be part of the development agreement. However, it is a requirement,
and the applicant has been in contact with them.
Russell Platt, the applicant, said he is excited to have the opportunity to enhance
this gateway into West Valley City. He asked if the Commission had any
questions for him.
Commissioner Wood asked if the proposed courtyard in front of the existing
commercial space was recently added to their plans. Mr. Platt said that apartments
would replace the commercial space, and he wanted that area to be more
residential-friendly. He explained that it would be a safe space for pets and create
a buffer in front of the apartments.
Mr. Platt noted that they would like to improve the buildings that belong to the
condo development, making the area more aesthetically pleasing. However, the
decision is up to them.
Joe Colosmo, the property owner, explained that there had been a significant
increase in police calls since 2019. He stated that the commercial space and the
adjacent homeless shelter were the main contributors to the rise in police calls.
Mr. Colosmo believes that adding a fence along 1200 West and developing the
wetland space would decrease the number of police calls in the future.
Motion: Commissioner Winters motioned to approve GP-1-2023 subject to a
development agreement with the addition of streetlights along 1200 West.
Commissioner Wood seconded the motion.
Vote: Commissioner Porter Yes
Commissioner Wood Yes
Commissioner Woodruff Yes
Commissioner McEwen Yes
Commissioner Winters Yes
Chair Fuller Yes
Unanimously – GP-1-2023 – Approved
S-3-2023
Godfrey Industrial Park Subdivision No. 3
2400 South 5900 West
M Zone
4 Lots
108 Acres
BACKGROUND
Scott Godfrey is requesting preliminary plat approval for the Godfrey Industrial Park Subdivision
No. 3. The proposed subdivision will also amend lots 1 and 2 of the Godfrey West Subdivision.
The property is located at approximately 2400 South 5900 West and is bordered by property zoned
Manufacturing.
ISSUES:
At the present time, the subdivision boundary consists of a number of parcels and two recorded
lots within the Godfrey West Subdivision. The proposed subdivision is being requested to
consolidate these parcels and existing recorded lots into a new 4 lot subdivision to be known as
the Godfrey Industrial Park Subdivision No. 3.
As mentioned earlier, two lots in the Godfrey West Subdivision will be amended by this plat. The
reason these are being included in this subdivision is to benefit from a new street proposed to be
located on the north side of these lots. An existing building on lot 1 has already been constructed,
and staff is working the site plan for the second building adjacent to Beagley Road and 5900 West.
Access to the subdivision will be gained by Beagley Road, 5900 West, the SR-201 South Frontage
Road and from a new cul-de-sac extending west from 5900 West at 2400 South. All roads except
the new cul-se-sac are existing. The cul-de-sac will be a dedicated right-of-way having a width of
66 feet and a length of just over 700 feet. The road will consist of curb and gutter on both sides
and sidewalk on the north side. The only portion of the subdivision lacking improvements is along
the south side of the SR-201 South Frontage Road. The developer will need to coordinate
improvements at this location with the Engineering Division. Said improvements will join up with
improvements installed as part of the Lee Creek Subdivision to the east.
The subdivision plat will be subject to FEMA Flood Zone requirements. The developer is working
with the Engineering Division and Salt Lake to resolve and establish guidelines related to those
requirements. In addition, portions of the subdivision are located in a perceived wetland area.
Future studies will need to be done with the Army Corps of Engineers to determine if these
wetlands are jurisdictional. While these identified areas do not affect the subdivision plat, they
may affect future buildings. This item will be better addressed during permitted and/or conditional
use applications as lots within the subdivision develop.
STAFF ALTERNATIVES:
1. Approve the Godfrey Industrial Park Subdivision No. 3 subject to a resolution of staff and
agency comments mentioned in the analysis.
2. Continue the application for reasons determined in the Planning Commission meeting.
Discussion: Steve Lehman presented the application.
Norm Dahle, representing the applicant, said that Steve did a good job outlining
what they are proposing. He stated they intend to develop the intersection ending
in an 800 liner foot cul-de-sac. Mr. Dahle noted they are working with Magna
Water to ensure the improvements meet West Valley City standards. He said they
are determining what work is needed to dedicate the road to the City.
Scott Godfrey, the applicant, thanked the City for their hard work and dedication
to improving issues related to the transient population.
Motion: Commissioner Woodruff motioned to approve S-3-2023, the Godfrey
Industrial Park Subdivision No. 3 subject to a resolution of staff and
agency comments mentioned in the analysis.
Commissioner Porter seconded the motion.
Vote: Commissioner Porter Yes
Commissioner Wood Yes
Commissioner Woodruff Yes
Commissioner McEwen Yes
Commissioner Winters Yes
Chair Fuller Yes
Unanimously – S-3-2023 – Approved
C-9-2023
Hunt Electric (Outside Storage)
1784 West 2300 South
M Zone (1.02 acres)
The applicant, Hunt Electric, is requesting conditional use approval for outside storage at 1784
West 2300 South. This property is zoned M, manufacturing and the West Valley City General
Plan designates this area as Light Manufacturing. The surrounding zone is Manufacturing on all
sides and the surrounding uses include warehouse/light industrial.
Hunt Electric operates a satellite warehouse facility here in one of the four existing suites. They
have inventory that comes and goes on a regular basis as well as vehicles that they would like to
keep outside in a secured area. Therefore, they have submitted an application for approval of
outside storage at this site. The storage area is located behind the building in a 60’ x 24’ area that
is paved and enclosed with a chain link fence.
A site review was conducted and there are several landscaping and site maintenance violations.
The building was originally built in 1972. There are some plans on file however, there is not a
detailed landscape plan. Staff conducts a site inspection when a new business license application
is submitted, which is the case for this application. Also, when sites have multiple tenants the site
issues are typically resolved with the property owner and not the tenant. The maintenance issues
will be addressed with the property owner, however, in this situation, since there is not a detailed
landscape plan on file, Staff recommends that some of the landscape issues be addressed and
reviewed with this conditional use.
Photos have been provided and show the current condition of the site. Staff recommends that a
minimum of (3) three trees be planted in the setback along 2300 South in the area between the
access points. For the remainder of the site all landscaped areas need to be maintained free of
weeds and contain 50% live plant material as outlined in the City Code.
Staff Alternatives:
Approval, subject to the resolution of any concerns raised at the public hearing as well as the
following:
1. Outside storage is only permitted within the fenced area and located on the
improved hard surface portions of the site as outlined in the site plan submitted
with this application.
2. All landscaped areas need to be maintained free of weeds and contain 50% live
plant material as outlined in the City Code.
3. There shall be a minimum of (3) three trees be planted in the setback along 2300
South in the area between the access points.
4. Must meet the requirements of all affected departments and agencies.
5. Subject to review upon valid complaint.
Continuance, to allow for the resolutions of any issues raised at the public hearing.
Discussion: Jody Knapp presented the application.
Spencer Adams said he is the Executive Manager of the property in question. He
noted that where this is a multitenant building, it is challenging getting everyone
to maintain their portion of the property. Mr. Adams noted that the pothole has
been fixed and the landscaping company is there once a week.
Glenn Fisher explained that he is the owns 10,000 square feet of the building to
the north. He stated that the south portion of the building needs the most repair
and he has contacted those business owners expressing this concern. Mr. Fisher
said he is expecting to see significant improvement withing the next 30 days.
Motion: Commissioner Porter motioned to approve C-9-2023 subject to the five
staff alternatives outlined in the staff report.
Commissioner Winters seconded the motion.
Vote: Commissioner Porter Yes
Commissioner Wood Yes
Commissioner Woodruff Yes
Commissioner McEwen Yes
Commissioner Winters Yes
Chair Fuller Yes
Unanimously – C-9-2023 – Approved
C-10-2023
Castlewood Development
2940 West 3650 South
Conditional use approval for a 330-unit apartment development
3.02 acres
The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for this project on June 8, 2022.
However, due to financing issues, the developer did not complete the conditional use approval
process with staff and did not begin the project. Since conditional use permits automatically
terminate within 12 months of Planning Commission approval when a building permit has not
been obtained, the applicant is reapplying for the conditional use permit before the prior approval
is terminated.
Castlewood Development is requesting conditional use approval to redevelop 3.02 acres at 2940
West 3650 South into a 330 unit, 2 to 7 story, Class A apartment development. The proposed
unit mix for the project is 42 studio units, 201 one-bedroom units, and 87 two-bedroom units.
The majority of the property (2.94 acres) is zoned CC (City Center) and the balance (0.08 acres)
is zoned R-2-8 (Two Unit Dwelling Residential, minimum lot size 8,000 square feet). The entire
building is within the CC zone. The property is designated as very high density residential (over
20 units/acre) or office for most of the property and promenade/plaza for the remaining north
portion in the Fairbourne Station Vision, which is part of the City’s General Plan. The property is
currently vacant as the office development previously on the property was demolished in 2014.
According to the Public Works Department, 3650 South will be improved between 3200 West
and 2700 West in 2024 or 2025. Planned improvements include consistent curb, gutter, and
sidewalk along both sides of the street as well as a left turn lane in the middle of the street. Once
these improvements are made, no on-street parking will be allowed.
Project Review
The first section below outlines the purposes in the CC zone and how this development
accomplishes these purposes. The second section addresses the main ordinance standards (it is
not a comprehensive list) applicable to this development.
City Center Zone Purposes
The following is a list of purposes from the CC Zone (underlined) as well as a brief description
of how the apartment development meets the stated purpose:
Create a recognizable center or downtown for West Valley City. At 7 stories, this
apartment development will add to the unique, urban environment in Fairbourne Station.
Encourage and direct development that supports transit. High density residential
development is one of the best land uses for supporting transit.
Encourage infill and redevelopment near the future transit station by City Hall. The
apartment building replaces an office development demolished in 2014 and is
approximately 650’ from the West Valley Central TRAX station and 400’ from the bus
hub.
Reinforce the use of public transportation by locating higher-intensity development,
including employment-oriented businesses and higher density residential uses, adjacent to
transit stops. This project is creating higher intensity development by replacing a low
intensity, 1 to 2 story office development with 330 residential units.
Encourage mixed-use development to reduce automobile dependency and roadway
congestion by combining trips and locating destinations within walking and biking
distances – all interconnected with transit. This is the third residential building in
Fairbourne Station that will complement the hotel, medical office building, police
headquarters, and professional office building.
Provide a mix of housing types, costs and densities. This project will provide a variety of
studio, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom layouts with varying rents. At 109.3 units/acre, the
proposed density of this project exceeds that of Phase 1 of the Residences at Fairbourne
Station at 78.7 units/acre and of Phase 2 of the Residences at Fairbourne Station at 69.8
units/acre.
Promote architectural and site design treatments that enhance the visual appearance of
development within the Zone. After a minor change and clarifying notes are added, the
proposed elevations meets or exceeds the City’s architectural requirements.
Parking
The parking ordinance allows the Planning Commission to reduce the parking standard for multi-
family residential from 2 spaces per unit to 1.3 spaces per unit for studio units, 1.5 spaces per
unit for one-bedroom units, and 1.75 spaces per unit for two-bedroom units if the Commission
finds that the reduction is not detrimental to the surrounding area and will enhance the proposed
development. The CC Zone also allows a 10% reduction to parking requirements. The applicant
has submitted the attached parking study in the form of a memo from Hales Engineering to
support the proposed amount of parking.
The table below summarizes the parking calculations for this development.
Unit Type # of Units Parking Ratio # of Stalls Required
Required
Studio 42 1.3 55
1-Bedroom 201 1.5 301
2-Bedroom 87 1.75 152
Totals 330 508
Minus 10% City Center Zone reduction (51)
Total parking required after allowed reductions 457
Total parking proposed within structure 457*
Outdoor visitor stalls 3
*This number could be higher once construction drawings are finalized.
Amenities
For a project of this size, the ordinance requires a minimum of five amenities from the list in the
ordinance with at least three of the five being major amenities. This project has six major
amenities (outdoor swimming pool, courtyards, clubhouse/community room, rooftop patio,
fitness room, and community game room/recreation room) and seven minor amenities (outdoor
fire pit/fireplace, hot tub, building lobby, package locker system, indoor bicycle storage, electric
vehicle charging stations, and outdoor covered pavilion with tables and a grill).
Unit Sizes
The ordinance requires a minimum of 400 square feet for studio units, 600 square feet for 1-
bedroom units, and 850 square feet for 2-bedroom units. The proposed minimum unit sizes are
520 square feet for studio units, 604 square feet for 1-bedroom units, and 930 square feet for 2-
bedroom units. Given the mix of unit layouts, many units will exceed these proposed minimums.
Landscaping and Recreation Space
The ordinance requires a minimum of 10% of the site area as landscaping and a minimum of
40% of the site area as landscaping and recreation space. The landscaping percentage for this
project is 10.9% and the combined landscaping and recreation space percentage is 54.8%.
Architecture
After reviewing the elevations and renderings, staff had a few minor comments and clarifying
questions for the applicant. Once these comments and questions are addressed, the elevations and
renderings will meet or exceed the City’s design standards.
Other Commitments
In addition to addressing the architectural comments/questions mentioned above, the applicant
has committed to the following improvements:
Fencing will be installed around all ground floor patios and will include a gate to provide
residents with private outdoor space. The applicant is working to determine the fence
material.
The existing chain link fence along the west side of the property shall be replaced with a
6’ vinyl fence.
The applicant will work with the City’s Parks Department to align the grade of the site
with that of the adjoining park. This may require some regrading on the City’s park
property, which the applicant has indicated she is willing to do along with any repair of
landscaping disturbed because of the regrading.
A sidewalk connection will be provided on the east side of the property to the sidewalk
running along the north side of the adjoining library property.
To avoid having pets relieve themselves on the City’s promenade park, the applicant has
agreed, at the City’s Parks Department suggestion, to include a pet relief area with
artificial turf, a garbage can and a plastic bag dispenser. This will hopefully help prevent
damage to the sod in the park as well as constant waste pickup.
The applicant also secured an easement from the adjoining condo association to the west to allow
access to 3000 West.
Staff Alternatives
1. Approval. This application should be approved subject to the following conditions:
a. The applicant shall incorporate the items committed to, which are outlined in this
report.
b. All requirements in the City’s Zoning Ordinance, including the Multi-Unit
Residential Design Standards, shall be met.
c. Utility meters shall be placed either inside the building or on the east or west side
of the building.
d. As required in the City Center zone, all above ground utilities shall be relocated
underground.
e. The applicant shall obtain any and all necessary approvals from the City before
performing any work on the City’s adjoining park.
f. A vehicular connection shall be made between 3000 West and 3650 South.
g. The transformers along the west side of the building shall each be screened in
accordance with the landscape plan.
2. Continuance. This application should be continued for reasons determined during the
public hearing.
Discussion: Steve Pastorik presented the application. He explained that the applicant had
obtained an easement providing access to 3000 West, and there would be a second
access to the south. Public Works has plans to improve Lancer Way. Steve noted
that they would be exceeding the required number of amenities.
Commissioner Winters asked if they would be required to have a certain number
of visitor parking stalls. Steve said that number is factored into the overall parking
requirement. Commissioner Winters asked if visitors would have access to the
inside parking area. Steve said he believes so, but the applicant can speak to that.
Hayley Pratt, the applicant, said Steve is very knowledgeable and great to work
with, and his report covered everything. Mrs. Pratt explained that there would be a
bay of stalls on the first floor for visitors and future residents. She pointed out that
residents could give their guests access to that parking.
Motion: Commissioner Wood motioned to approve C-10-2023 subject to the seven
staff alternatives outlined in the staff report.
Commissioner Winters seconded the motion.
Vote: Commissioner Porter Yes
Commissioner Wood Yes
Commissioner Woodruff Yes
Commissioner McEwen Yes
Commissioner Winters Yes
Chair Fuller Yes
Unanimously – C-10-2023 – Approved
PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS
Approval of Minutes from April 5, 2023, Study Meeting (Continued from the May 10, 2023
public hearing.)
Approval of Minutes from April 12, 2023, Regular Meeting (Continued from the May 10, 2023
public hearing.)
Approval of Minutes from April 19, 2023 Study Meeting
Approval of Minutes from April 26, 2023 Regular Meeting
Motion: Commissioner Wood motioned to approve the four sets of meeting
minutes.
Commissioner Porter seconded the motion.
Vote: Commissioner Porter Yes
Commissioner Wood Yes
Commissioner Woodruff Yes
Commissioner McEwen Yes
Commissioner Winters Yes
Chair Fuller Yes
Unanimously – Meeting Minutes – Approved
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 4:47 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Kirsten Hunt, Administrative Assistant
Agenda
WEST VALLEY CITY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
5/24/2023 at 4:00 p.m.
The Public Hearing will be held in person in the City Council Chambers at West Valley City Hall 3600 Constitution Boulevard,
West Valley City, UT 84119, and electronically via Zoom at:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88955119737
A Study Session will be held a week prior to the Public Hearing on Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. and a Planning Commission Pre-
Meeting will be held the day of the Public Hearing at 3:30 p.m.
Preliminary application information will be available here by 6:00 pm on Tuesday, May 16, 2022. Staff analyses, as well as any
final application materials, will be available by 12:00 pm on Monday, May 22, 2023.
Testimonies for or against the proposed applications can be provided to the Planning Commission during the public hearing or in
writing prior to the hearing. If you wish to submit written comments, please be advised that this should be provided to the Planning
Staff member assigned to the application at least seven (7) days prior to the meeting to enable the Planning Commission to properly
consider the comments.
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GENERAL PLAN CHANGE APPLICATION
GP-1-2023 Petition by RUSSELL PLATT requesting a General Plan amendment from Mixed Use with High
Density Residential to Mixed Use with Very High Density Residential. The property is located at 1251 West
3300 South on 13 acres. (Staff – Steve Pastorik at 801-963-3545 or steve.pastorik@wvc-ut.gov)
SUBDIVISION APPLICATIONS
S-3-2023 Petition by SCOTT GODFREY requesting approval for the Godfrey Industrial Subdivision No. 3. The
subdivision will also amend lots 1 and 2 of the Godfrey West Subdivision. The subdivision will consist of 4
lots on 108 acres. The subdivision is located at 5900 West 2400 South and is zoned M. (Manufacturing).
(Staff – Steve Lehman at 801-963-3311 or steve.lehman@wvc-ut.gov).
CONDITIONAL USE APPLICATIONS
C-9-2023 Petition by HUNT ELECTRIC requesting conditional use for outside storage. The property is located at
1784 W. 2300 S. on 1.02 acres and is zoned M (Manufacturing). (Staff – Jody Knapp at 801-963-3497 or
jody.knapp@wvc-ut.gov).
C-10-2023 Petition by CASTLEWOOD DEVELOPMENT requesting conditional use approval for a 330-unit
apartment development. The property is located at 2940 W 3650 S on 3.02 acres and is zoned CC (City
Center) and R-2-8 (Two Unit Dwelling Residential, minimum lot size 8,000 square feet). (Staff – Steve
Pastorik at 801-963-3545 or steve.pastorik@wvc-ut.gov).
PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS
Approval of Minutes from April 5, 2023 Study Meeting Continued from the May 10, 2023 public hearing.
Approval of Minutes from April 12, 2023 Regular Meeting Continued from the May 10, 2023 public hearing.
Approval of Minutes from April 19, 2023 Study Meeting
Approval of Minutes from April 26, 2023 Regular Meeting
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to provide whatever assistance may be required. The person to contact for assistance is Kirsten Hunt, 801-963-3282.
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