Commission conditions zoning clearance on recombining recently split lot

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zoning clearance for a proposed single-family residence on the condition that two recently split parcels be recombined into one parcel.

Logan Huey, introduced to the commission as the applicant, described the plan as “to build a single family residence, poured concrete, basement foundation, stick built main and upper floor.” He said the site is adjacent to Wade Allen’s property near West Canyon Road and that the original 1.2-acre parcel had been split; the north 0.5 acre was recorded in the applicants’ name, and the south 0.5 remained under the seller’s name. Huey said the back 0.5 acre is floodplain and that the family’s intent was to place the house up near the road.

Commission staff and commissioners questioned utility and grade details, including sewer invert elevations and basement finish elevations. Staff noted the applicant reported having a water share but had not yet submitted it to the city; the commission said allege that culinary and secondary water fees and connection steps will still apply and must be finalized with the city.

The commission discussed the fact that the split was recorded and that recordation generally cannot be undone by the county recorder. Commissioners said that without access the back parcel would be nonconforming and that recombining the two parcels would restore a conforming lot. One commissioner moved to approve the zoning clearance on the condition that the parcels be reunited; commissioners discussed approving on condition to allow the house to move forward while the owners resolve the recording issue.

Chair said he would contact the county recorder and other county staff the following day to seek clarity and, if possible, to assist the applicants in resolving the record issues. The commission did not adopt a separate penalty or fee in lieu of recombination but recorded the conditional approval and asked staff to ensure documentation of the recombination before final permitting.

The applicant and staff agreed to follow up by email and phone to confirm grade verification and final water and sewer approvals before building permits are issued.