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Application Completeness + Substantive Review
Overview §10-20-905/§17-79-805 of the Utah State Code (as amended) require that a land use application be reviewed by the regulating jurisdiction in a timely manner
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Issue: Land Use & Development
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Religious Land Use Applications (RLUIPA/RLUA Requirements)
Overview In the spirit of the First Amendment of the United States Constitution, the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA) protects religious institutions
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Approving + Denying Land Use Applications
Overview Land use decisions often create tension between public expectations and legal requirements. It is common for elected and appointed officials serving as land use
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Regulating S.O.B’s
Overview Sexually oriented businesses (S.O.Bs) are a unique category of business that local governments may regulate through business licensing and land use ordinances. As these
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Vested Critical Infrastructure Materials Operations
Overview Critical infrastructure materials play a vital role in supporting Utah’s continued growth and development. Materials such as sand, gravel, and rock aggregate are essential
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Regulating Building Design Elements
Overview While it is true that certain land use regulations serve important purposes (i.e., protecting public health, safety, welfare, community character, and compatibility between different
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Back-To-School For Cities + Towns
Overview In Utah, educational facilities (i.e., schools) play crucial roles shaping the educational landscape of our communities, ensuring that access to education remains a fundamental
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Airport Zoning Regulations
Overview Airport, defined in §72-10-102 of Utah State Code (as amended) is defined as an area of land or water that: (i) is used or is made
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Regulating Sensitive Lands
Overview Sensitive lands are areas that contain natural features or environmental conditions requiring special consideration during the development process. These areas may present hazards to
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Land Use Compatibility: Military Uses
Overview Military installations represent some of the most significant economic, cultural, and strategic assets within Utah communities. According to an August 2021 report published by