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Zoning changes, annexations, subdivisions, site plans and other projects before Sandy’s Planning Commission and City Council, with every hearing and vote. 20 are still being decided.
Code change
In review
Required five-year update of Sandy's water conservation plan, covering water use measures, conservation goals, estimated savings and six programs for the next six years. The council held a public hearing in October 2026; the plan must be adopted and submitted to the state by Dec. 31, 2026.
Road project
Proposed
Safety project for the intersection near Alta High School after a fatal pedestrian crash in Jan. 2026. A consultant study compared an all-way stop, signal and roundabout and found a roundabout would have a net 20-year safety benefit of $6.7 million over a signal. The city has a Wasatch Front Regional Council grant, with about a year each for design and installation.
Road project
Proposed
Joint Sandy and Cottonwood Heights safety study of the Creek Road corridor. Short-term proposals move three crosswalks, add visibility treatments and two new crosswalks; long-term proposals include a full-corridor sidewalk, lighting and speed management. Presented Aug. 18, 2026.
Zone change
Tabled
Request to change 7.2 acres owned by Canyons School District from Institutional to Medium Density Neighborhood and rezone it from R-1-8 to PUD(12) for an 86-unit townhome development. The Planning Commission recommended approval. On July 14, 2026 a motion to adopt the general plan amendment failed 3-3, and the council voted to direct staff to draft a development agreement with the Boyer Company.
Code change
Tabled
Proposal to add Section 4-9 requiring an annual General Fund purchasing power analysis in the tentative budget so residents can see inflation's effect on the budget. First reading May 26, 2026; a second reading on June 2 was tabled until the council reviews the report.
Site plan
Proposed
Concept plan for a 4.15-acre site at Scott Cowdell Park with 61 cottage, twin and townhome units and a home ownership assistance program. Presented June 2, 2026 as an information item.
Code change
In review
Proposals to require disclosure of independent expenditures and to set campaign contribution limits in Sandy's code. First reading Jan. 20, 2026.
Annexation
Tabled
Annexation of about six acres on Dimple Dell Road with R-1-40A zoning. The council adopted a resolution of intent Dec. 16, 2025, and on Jan. 20, 2026 tabled Ordinance 26-02 until a property title issue among owners is resolved. The Planning Commission forwarded a positive recommendation.
Road project
Proposed
Public Works study of safety on 9400 South. It found 76% of crashes occur between 1300 East and 2300 East and recommended a pedestrian crossing structure near 1300 East, signal changes, advanced warnings, raised medians, enhanced bike lanes and roundabouts. Presented Oct. 28, 2025.
Road project
Proposed
Proposed HAWK pedestrian crossing on Wasatch Boulevard. Public Works presented candidate sites at 1950 East, 2220 East and 2250 East and recommended 2220 East, near Lone Peak Elementary, on the school's safe walking route. Council members expressed support Sept. 16, 2025.
Code change
Proposed
Two competing first-reading proposals on external accessory dwelling units: DeKeyzer's would make them clearly subordinate in size and living area, and D'Sousa's would count them as a separate secondary dwelling unit. The council heard them Feb. 4, 2025 and supported a staff workshop after the state session.
Code change
Proposed
Proposed Land Development Code amendment to permit tattoo shops, which are now allowed only in industrial zones. The council held a first reading Oct. 1, 2024 and supported gathering information on other cities' zoning and neighborhood effects.
Public project
Proposed
A proposed FY 2025 study of City Hall, the Sandy Justice Court building and the Parks and Recreation administration building, first proposed at $30,000 from the capital projects line. The council had a first reading June 25, 2024.
Code change
In review
Proposed changes allowing external accessory dwelling units outside the current guesthouse definition in Chapter 21-11-1. The council held a first reading April 2, 2024 and asked staff to keep working on amendments.
Zone change
In review
Request to rezone 0.55 acres on Sanders Road from R-1-10 to professional office (PO). The Planning Commission forwarded a negative recommendation and the council said Aug. 8, 2023 it was not supportive, asking staff to review whether the organization's use fits R-1-10.
Public project
Proposed
Restructuring of Sandy's stormwater program with phased implementation and a 700 West storm drain outfall project. Staff proposed a rate increase of about $1.20 to $1.50 per equivalent residential unit per month, recommending $1.50, and presented it to the council Jan. 31, 2023.
Zone change
Tabled
Request to rezone about 66.5 acres (plus about 3.0 acres of city-owned land) from three existing zones to R-1-10. Staff recommended approval. Neighbors generally accepted the zoning but raised concerns about a proposed access road and open space. The council tabled Ordinance 22-03 on May 17, 2022, 4-3, until June 7.
Zone change
Tabled
A proposed zoning amendment in the CBD zone to allow automotive sales, specifically a luxury dealership, at the Centennial Village project. The council discussed it on July 27, 2021 and expressed support for an amendment, and on Nov. 16, 2021 it tabled the item at the applicant's request because more information was needed.
Area or general plan
In review
A master plan for the Stadium Village area building on the 2017 Cairns master plan and weighing market realities, zoning, open space and parking. The council received a briefing on Oct. 13, 2020.
Road project
Proposed
An environmental impact study on Highland Drive that a resident said has $3.4 million set aside and would take two years. At the Oct. 15, 2024 meeting residents supported it, citing traffic and animal safety, or opposed it, citing noise, pollution, traffic, the Dimple Dell water table and cost.
Road project
Approved
Vacation of 29,276 square feet of Centennial Parkway between 10200 South and Mall Ring Road was adopted 7-0 as Ordinance 21-34 on Dec. 7, 2021 for a project that is no longer planned. On Sept. 29, 2026 the city attorney told the council it must re-dedicate the segment to keep it a public street; an ordinance dedicating it was on the Oct. 6, 2026 agenda.
Public project
Approved
Proposed city purchase of the Crescent View Middle School property for community center, park, open space and Arts Guild uses, to be funded by a general obligation bond. The city held a public hearing Sept. 22, 2026 on issuing up to $30,000,000 of bonds, estimated at about $5 per month for the average home, and approved the council's pamphlet argument Sept. 1. The question goes to a special bond election with Salt Lake County.
Code change
Approved
Title 21 amendments to comply with SB 284, effective Oct. 1, 2026, which requires cities to permit detached ADUs on lots of 11,000 square feet or more with a single-family dwelling. The council adopted Ordinance 26-55 on Sept. 15, 2026 by a 4-2 vote with amendments: a 1.5-story, 18-foot height limit, a 2,000 square foot cap and no transit-based parking reduction.
Zone change
Denied
Rezone of three parcels totaling 1.79 acres on Hagan Road from R-1-20 to R-1-20A so the owners can legally keep farm animals. The Planning Commission gave a positive recommendation; neighbors opposed it. A motion to adopt Ordinance 26-56 failed to get a majority on Sept. 15, 2026.
Code change
Approved
A two-year, grant-funded rewrite of Title 21 with consultants Psomas, funded through the Wasatch Front Regional Council. The council and Planning Commission launched it March 10, 2026; it includes a steering committee, technical advisory committees and a chapter-by-chapter audit.
Code change
Approved
Title 4 amendments combining the Public Works and Public Utilities departments. Proposed in the fiscal 2027 tentative budget and presented to the council June 16, 2026 as an information item.
Public project
Approved
A study of a purpose-built public safety building for police headquarters, with a possible general obligation bond on the 2027 ballot. The council tabled Resolution 26-55C on April 21, 2026 and passed it on May 5 with the Justice Court building and Arbor building added to the study; staff said the study would likely cost six figures.
Code change
Approved
Amendments to Title 4 creating a city Communications function. The council heard a first reading May 12, 2026 for a Division of Communications and on June 2 adopted Ordinance 26-48 as amended, creating a Communications department.
Annexation
Approved
Small areas for which the council adopted resolutions of intent to annex in spring 2026: nine on March 3 (26-09C to 26-17C), four on March 10 (26-38C to 26-41C) and five on March 31 (26-45C to 26-49C). On April 7 the council held a hearing on 27 annexation ordinances, adopting 19 and tabling eight after residents asked for a Granite incorporation vote first; four more (Altavilla 3 and 4 and two others) were adopted April 14.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of about 7.82 acres of parcels at the La Caille property on Wasatch Boulevard with R-1-40 and CC zoning. The Planning Commission forwarded a positive recommendation and the council adopted Ordinance 26-46 on May 12, 2026.
Public project
Approved
City purchase of the 66,153-square-foot Arbor Plaza Office Building for $12 million to meet office needs of police, parks and recreation and the Arts Guild, using a $5 million Redevelopment Agency contribution and about $7.3 million of sales tax revenue bonds. The council set bond parameters Jan. 20, 2026 with a ceiling of $9 million, which also covers a Council Chambers remodel.
Zone change
Approved
Rezone of 1.94 acres from R-1-40A to R-1-10 for a concept that keeps the church building and adds three residential lots. The Planning Commission forwarded a positive recommendation. The council previewed it March 3, 2026 and adopted Ordinance 26-05 on March 10.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of three properties, about 1.07 acres, on 1000 East near 8600 South with R-1-10 and R-2-10 zoning. The council adopted a resolution of intent Aug. 26, 2025 and Ordinance 25-24 annexing the land Sept. 30 after a positive Planning Commission recommendation.
Zone change
Approved
Rezone of 0.65 acre on 1000 East from R-1-10 to RM(12) for six townhome-style units sold on the open market. Four neighbors opposed it March 3, 2026. The council adopted Ordinance 26-04 on March 10, conditioned on a development agreement and plat limiting the site to six lots.
Code change
Approved
Ordinance limiting elected officials to council-set salary and standard benefits, with no merit pay, allowances or paid time off. First reading Jan. 20, 2026; the council adopted Ordinance 26-03 as amended on Feb. 10.
Code change
Approved
Amendments to Title 21 Chapter 8 clarifying allowed uses in the Automall Zone land use matrix and aligning them with subdistrict purposes to strengthen the Southtowne Automall. The Planning Commission forwarded a positive recommendation; the council adopted Ordinance 26-01 on Jan. 20, 2026.
Area or general plan
Approved
Housing and Transit Reinvestment Zone for the Cairns area. The council adopted an interlocal agreement with the Redevelopment Agency on Jan. 20, 2026 creating the Sandy Cairns Housing and Transit Reinvestment Zone and paying tax increment to the agency under the state HTRZ Act.
Development agreement
Approved
Hale Centre Theatre's Arts and Education Beehive and its Sandy plaza. On Dec. 9, 2025 the council held a hearing on selling the theatre and plaza to Hale Centre Theatre, which is paying off its bond early, and on Dec. 16 voted to vacate the plaza's public-use dedication.
Zone change
Approved
Rezone of about 1.5 acres on Creek Road from R-1-40 to R-1-15A with farm animals permitted. The land was split-zoned by the county before annexation, and the Planning Commission forwarded a positive recommendation. The council previewed it Nov. 11, 2025 and adopted Ordinance 25-26 on Nov. 18.
Code change
Approved
Amendments to Title 21 Chapters 3, 30 and 37 to match Utah law (Senate Bill 140), creating a simplified process to adjust shared property lines without a public meeting. The Planning Commission forwarded a positive recommendation; the council adopted Ordinance 25-25 on Nov. 11, 2025.
Code change
Approved
A council-initiated effort to streamline brew pub approval, lower entry costs and allow brew pubs beyond the Cairns District. The council adopted Resolution 25-16C on April 29, 2025 and received a calls-for-service analysis July 1. After a positive Planning Commission recommendation, it adopted Title 21 Ordinance 25-22 and Title 15 Ordinance 25-23 on Sept. 30, 2025.
Public project
Under construction
Rebuild of Fire Station 31, funded by a general obligation bond of up to $21,000,000 approved by voters in Nov. 2023. The council toured the station under construction Sept. 30, 2025, and it opened at an Oct. 11 event.
Zone change
Approved
Rezone of about 2.1 acres from CvC to Professional Office for an adult day program for adults with developmental disabilities. The Planning Commission forwarded a positive recommendation; the council previewed it Aug. 5, 2025 and adopted Ordinance 25-19 on Aug. 26.
Annexation
Approved
Proposed annexation of about 6.5 acres around Jameson Point Cove, Old Wasatch Boulevard, Little Cottonwood Road and Wasatch Boulevard. The council adopted a resolution of intent July 1, 2025.
Annexation
Approved
Proposed annexation of 24 properties along 1350 East and 1400/1380 East south of 9400 South, about 8.85 acres. The council adopted a resolution of intent July 1, 2025.
Public project
Under construction
Rebuild of the Alta Canyon Recreation Center, run through a special service district. The council set a $40 million cap on an Option D rebuild in 2023 and endorsed a phased design in 2024. On July 15, 2025 contractors VCBO Architecture and Layton Construction said groundbreaking was planned for Aug. 25 with opening in January 2027 and warned rising costs could add about $4 million. On July 29 the council directed staff to proceed with the $23.5 million design option.
Public project
Approved
Salt Lake County proposed a household hazardous waste facility on a portion of the Sandy Public Works Facility site. On May 19, 2020 the council approved a ground lease to the county (noted as $1); the facility must still go through Sandy's planning process.
Zone change
Approved
Rezone of about 2.7 acres from R-1-20A to R-1-8, both single-family zones. The Planning Commission recommended approval; the council previewed it July 1, 2025 and adopted Ordinance 25-15 on July 15.
Code change
Approved
Amendments to Title 21 Chapters 20 and 24 revising parking standards for single- and two-family homes, removing garage requirements for owner-occupied affordable housing and limiting minimum dwelling size requirements to no more than 1,000 square feet. Adopted as Ordinance 25-16 on July 15, 2025.
Code change
Approved
Amendments to the Land Development Code that revise public hearing requirements for appeals and variances to match Utah Code. Adopted as Ordinance 25-17 on July 15, 2025.
Area or general plan
Approved
Update of Sandy's general plan with a 2045 planning horizon, built around resident surveys by Y2 Analytics and a consultant, GSBS. On April 11, 2023 the council and Planning Commission reviewed the existing conditions report and a 1,248-household survey, with public workshops set for April 18 to May 15. On Oct. 22, 2024 the council reviewed sections 1 and 2 of the draft Pace of Progress: Sandy General Plan 2050, with final adoption tentatively set for Dec. 17. On Nov. 12, 2024 the council reviewed section 7, the targeted growth plan. On Nov. 19, 2024 the council reviewed appendices A (station area plans) and B (neighborhood activity centers). On Dec. 10, 2024 the council reviewed sections 3 to 6, supported amendments by Council Members Stroud and Houseman, and proposed final adoption Jan. 7, 2025. On Dec. 17, 2024 the council approved amendments 7-0 and rejected one proposed by Council Member Sharkey 3-4. The council adopted Ordinance 25-01 on Jan. 7, 2025, replacing the general plan with Pace of Progress: Sandy City General Plan 2050. On Oct. 22, 2024 the council reviewed sections 1 and 2 of the draft Pace of Progress: Sandy General Plan 2050, with final adoption tentatively set for Dec. 17. On Nov. 12, 2024 the council reviewed section 7, the targeted growth plan. On Nov. 19, 2024 the council reviewed appendices A (station area plans) and B (neighborhood activity centers). On Dec. 10, 2024 the council reviewed sections 3 to 6, supported amendments by Council Members Stroud and Houseman, and proposed final adoption Jan. 7, 2025. On Dec. 17, 2024 the council approved amendments 7-0 and rejected one proposed by Council Member Sharkey 3-4. The council adopted Ordinance 25-01 on Jan. 7, 2025, replacing the general plan with Pace of Progress: Sandy City General Plan 2050.
Code change
Approved
Amendments to Title 15 and Title 21 on short-term rentals, covering stakeholder education, noticing, permit allocation and enforcement. The council reviewed them in 2024 and on Feb. 4, 2025 adopted Ordinances 25-08 and 25-09 7-0, removing the one-night vacancy requirement and directing the city to buy tracking software and select required training.
Zone change
Approved
Rezone of about 0.98 acres at 9260 S. 300 E. from R-1-8 to Professional Office. The Planning Commission forwarded a positive recommendation. The council adopted Ordinance 25-14 on June 10, 2025.
Code change
Approved
Ordinance 20-02, based on the city's operating agreement with Lime Scooter, covers riding and parking locations, eligibility, insurance and data sharing. The council continued it 6-1 on June 30, 2020 and adopted it 7-0 on July 14, 2020.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of about 5.5 acres near Dimple Dell Road and Deer Hollow Drive into Sandy with R-1-40A zoning. The council adopted a resolution of intent on April 15, 2025 and the annexation ordinance on May 20, 2025.
Zone change
Denied
Request to rezone land on Riverside Drive from CvC to PUD(12). The Planning Commission recommended denial in May 2024 and a positive recommendation by split vote in January 2025. The council rejected the rezone ordinance on April 29, 2025.
Code change
Approved
Amendment of Title 20 to refer to the current edition of the International Fire Code so it needs amending less often. The council heard it Feb. 4, 2025 and adopted the ordinance on consent Feb. 11.
Zone change
Approved
Rezone of about 0.43 acre on 8600 South from CN to RM(12) for two duplexes, four units, with a positive Planning Commission recommendation. The council heard it Feb. 4, 2025 and adopted Ordinance 25-10 by roll call on Feb. 11.
Public project
Approved
A change to Sandy's annual bulk waste clean-up from curbside collection to a dumpster-based program, launched in January 2020. Ordinance 22-01 changed item limits in February 2022. On May 3, 2022 the council asked the administration to revise a proposed bulk waste fee, and on June 7 it voted 6-1 to restore the full general fund subsidy to the program in the FY 2022-23 budget.
Public project
Approved
City building replacement projects and financing, including Public Works Phase 2. In March 2024 a rebid came in $1.7 million over budget; the council directed staff to find funding on March 19 and on March 26 voted to proceed with the low bid with intent to fund the shortfall.
Zone change
Approved
Rezone of one 0.18-acre parcel from LC to R-1-6, recommended for approval by the Planning Commission. The council heard it Jan. 7, 2025 and adopted Ordinance 25-02 on Jan. 21 by roll call.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of about 0.61 acres on Dimple Dell Road, zoned R-1-10. The council adopted Resolution 24-56C, an intent to annex, Dec. 10, 2024 and Ordinance 25-03 on Jan. 21, 2025 by roll call.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of about 1.13 acres on Creek Road, zoned R-1-40. The council adopted Resolution 24-55C, an intent to annex, Dec. 10, 2024 and Ordinance 25-04 on Jan. 21, 2025 by roll call.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of about 27.68 acres near 8700 South and 700 West with ID zoning, sought by FBAC Development. The council adopted an intent to annex the southern 24.99 acres on June 20, 2023, Resolution 24-10C on March 12, 2024, and Ordinance 24-09 on April 16, 2024. On Dec. 17, 2024 the council adopted Resolution 24-67C, an intent to annex about 5 acres near 8700 South and 700 West; the minutes do not say how it relates to the earlier area. On Dec. 17, 2024 the council adopted Resolution 24-67C, an intent to annex about 5 acres near 8700 South and 700 West; the minutes do not say how it relates to the earlier area. On Jan. 21, 2025 the council adopted Ordinance 25-06, the FBAC Development II annexation of about 5 acres in the ID zone, by roll call. On Jan. 21, 2025 the council adopted Ordinance 25-06, the FBAC Development II annexation of about 5 acres in the ID zone, by roll call.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of about 8.36 acres on Oak Haven Place and Willow Park Lane, zoned R-1-20. The council adopted Resolution 24-58C, an intent to annex, Dec. 10, 2024 and Ordinance 25-05 on Jan. 21, 2025 by roll call.
Zone change
Approved
Rezone of two parcels of about 0.91 acres on 7800 South from R-1-8 to RM(10), recommended for approval by the Planning Commission. The council discussed an RM(12) request Dec. 10, 2024 and adopted Ordinance 24-28 for RM(10) on Dec. 17.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of a parcel of about 2.64 acres on Dimple Dell Road, zoned R-1-10. The council adopted Resolution 24-50C, an intent to annex, Oct. 22, 2024 and the annexation ordinance on Dec. 10, 2024 by roll call.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of about 10.23 acres on Shoshone Avenue, Shoshone Circle and Shoshone Court, zoned R-1-8. The council adopted Resolution 24-51C, an intent to annex, Oct. 22, 2024 and Ordinance 24-26 on Dec. 10, 2024 by roll call.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of one parcel of about 0.49 acres on Dimple Dell Road, zoned R-1-20. The council adopted Ordinance 24-22 on Nov. 12, 2024, 6-0.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of about 0.63 acres on 1475 East and 8425 South, zoned R-1-10. The council adopted Ordinance 24-23 on Nov. 12, 2024, 6-0; the minutes narrative gives a different acreage.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of about 3.64 acres on Creek Road, zoned R-1-20. The council adopted Ordinance 24-24 on Nov. 12, 2024, 6-0.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of 14 lots on about 5.69 acres on Bridger Boulevard, zoned R-1-10, with 71 percent of homeowners consenting. The council adopted Resolution 24-40C, an intent to annex, Sept. 24, 2024 and Ordinance 24-21 annexing the area on Nov. 12, 2024, 6-0.
Code change
Approved
Amendments moving fine amounts out of the Land Development Code (Title 21 chapters 11 and 15) into the fee schedule and clarifying administrative code enforcement in Titles 1 and 19, including extending the hearing deadline from 21 to 35 days. The city awarded its hearing officer contract to Guardian Law. The council reviewed them Oct. 8, 2024.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of seven parcels totaling about 3.96 acres on Glacier Park Lane, PUD(2) zone. The council adopted Resolution 24-37C on Aug. 20, 2024 declaring intent to annex and setting a public hearing. After the hearing on Sept. 24 it adopted Ordinance 24-16 by roll call.
Code change
Approved
Title 21 Chapter 10 amendments on accessory structures in the Open Space District, tied to a proposed Willow Creek maintenance facility. The Planning Commission recommended approval with a reduced facility height and larger setbacks; neighbors opposed it. The council adopted Ordinance 24-15 on July 30, 2024.
Code change
Approved
Title 21 amendments on home-based microschools, micro-education entities and charter and public schools to conform to state law. The Planning Commission recommended approval; the council adopted Ordinance 24-14 on July 30, 2024.
Code change
Approved
Title 21 Chapter 2 amendment on improvement completion assurances for public sidewalks. The council reviewed it June 11, 2024 and adopted Ordinance 24-10 on June 18.
Code change
Approved
Internal accessory dwelling unit code in Title 21, updated for state law. The council reviewed amendments to Chapter 11 Section 1 June 11, 2024 and adopted Ordinance 24-11 on June 18.
Code change
Approved
Title 21 amendment on rear yard setback exceptions. The council reviewed it June 11, 2024 and adopted Ordinance 24-12 on June 18.
Zone change
Approved
Rezone of a lot on 9950 South from R-1-8 to CN (neighborhood commercial). The council adopted Ordinance 24-07 on the consent calendar May 7, 2024.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of about 0.93 acres near 7800 South with R-1-10 zoning. The council declared intent to annex March 12, 2024 (Resolution 24-09C) and adopted Ordinance 24-08 on April 16 after a hearing with no public comment.
Code change
Approved
Title 21 amendments on subdivision review standards reflecting state bills SB 174 and HB 406. The Planning Commission recommended approval and the council adopted Ordinance 24-01 on Jan. 9, 2024.
Code change
Approved
Amendments to Title 21 Chapter 11 Section 5 clarifying home occupations, including bona fide residents, satellite offices, adult day care, garage activities and prohibited uses. The Planning Commission recommended approval; the council adopted Ordinance 24-05 on March 26, 2024, with horse boarding language split off for separate consideration.
Area or general plan
Approved
A new Parks, Trails and Recreation Master Plan prepared with consultant GSBS to replace a 2005 plan, adopted as a general plan amendment. After a first reading March 12, 2024, the council adopted Ordinance 24-04 as amended March 19: implementation is contingent on funding, and the city will study buying Crescent Elementary and a crossing signal.
Code change
Approved
Title 21 amendments to chapters 8 (zones) and 37 (definitions) on mixed use development. The Planning Commission recommended approval with changes, and the council adopted Ordinance 24-03 on Feb. 27, 2024.
Code change
Approved
A proposal to move curbside recycling from weekly to every other week. The council denied a first version 6-1 on July 14, 2020. On Feb. 9, 2021 it voted 5-2 to authorize a Waste Management contract amendment that makes collection every other week, cuts the home rate by at least $0.29 per month and extends the contract to June 30, 2024.
Zone change
Approved
Request to rezone two lots totaling 0.53 acres on Little Cottonwood Lane from R-1-15 to R-1-8. The Planning Commission recommended approval; the council reviewed it Jan. 16, 2024 and adopted Ordinance 24-02 on Jan. 30.
Public project
Approved
A review of Sandy's tiered water rate structure with Bowen Collins to support conservation, discussed at the Feb. 28, 2022 water town hall and presented to the council with the Public Utility Advisory Board's feedback on March 29, 2022. The council had received no vote on rate changes by then.
Code change
Approved
Title 21 definition of a transitional housing facility, sought by Shelter the Homeless for non-congregate interim housing of up to 24 months for medically vulnerable people. After tabling in September, the council approved an MOU and the definition (Ordinance 23-17) Oct. 3, 2023. On Dec. 19 it adopted Ordinance 23-22, limiting such facilities in the permitted use matrix to one area of the RC zone.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of about 11.17 acres in the Dimple Dell area for about 27 new lots plus an existing home, 28 in all, with R-1-10 zoning. The council declared intent to annex Oct. 17, 2023 (about 11.30 acres, Resolution 23-52C) and on Nov. 28 adopted Ordinance 23-20, conditioned on a development agreement capping homes at 28; a wildlife corridor amendment was declined.
Code change
Approved
Title 21 Chapter 19 amendment sought by Adam Nash to allow drive-up windows for restaurants in the SD (Carnation) zone. The Planning Commission forwarded a negative recommendation, but the council adopted Ordinance 23-21 on Nov. 28, 2023, making a drive-up window a conditional use in the district.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of about 11.60 acres in the Deer Hollow Drive area (10 parcels). The council adopted its intent to annex Aug. 29, 2023, and on Oct. 3 passed Resolution 23-40 and Ordinance 23-19 on 7-0 roll call votes, annexing the land with R-1-40A zoning.
Code change
Approved
Code amendment to Title 21 Chapter 8 allowing multiple-unit dwellings in a limited part of the Central Business District, sought by Think Architecture for the OneTen Apartments. The Planning Commission recommended approval and the council adopted Ordinance 23-16 on Oct. 3, 2023.
Code change
Approved
Title 21 amendments on violations, enforcement and penalties in the Sensitive Area Overlay Zone. The Planning Commission recommended approval and the council adopted Ordinance 23-18 (Option 2) on Oct. 3, 2023.
Road project
Approved
A city road project at the intersection of 9000 South and Monroe Street. The council authorized condemnation of a commercial parcel in 2020, authorized up to $10,000,000 in Series 2023 sales tax revenue bonds for the Monroe Street project in August and September 2023, and on July 9, 2024 the mayor announced $1.5 million in federal infrastructure funding for Monroe Street improvements.
Zone change
Approved
Rezone of about 5.0 acres from R-1-40A to R-1-10 and R-1-15 approved in August 2022. A follow-on request (Brand Estates rezone no. 2) to rezone about 0.647 acres on 11000 South from R-1-15 to R-1-10 was approved Aug. 29, 2023 (Ordinance 23-15), with a related vacation of 0.057 acres of Sophie Lane right-of-way.
Code change
Denied
Request to amend the SD (Carnation) zone to allow gasoline service stations. The Planning Commission did not forward a positive recommendation; the water improvement district and Public Utilities opposed it over groundwater risk. The council denied it Aug. 29, 2023.
Code change
Approved
Amendments to Title 21 signage and definitions for major sports venues, including scoreboard signs. The Planning Commission recommended approval and the council adopted Ordinance 23-10 on Aug. 8, 2023.
Public project
Approved
Public Works is installing a traffic signal at 9400 South and 500 West; staff said 4 of 9 signal warrants were met. On July 25, 2023 the council adopted Resolution 23-35C authorizing eminent domain to acquire a commercial property needed for the project.
Public project
Approved
A flood-control project on Dry Creek covered by an agreement with Salt Lake County Flood Control. On April 7, 2020 the council approved an amendment adding a $250,000 reimbursement.
Code change
Approved
Amendments to Title 21 of the Land Development Code that remove bonding requirements for on-site landscaping and amenities unless public or essential for health and safety, and set procedures for improvement agreements and financial assurance. The Planning Commission recommended approval; the council adopted Ordinance 23-08 on July 18, 2023.
Public project
Denied
A proposal to remodel the Council Chambers, overflow room and conference room, with technical upgrades from GenComm and acoustic, furniture and finish changes. On May 31, 2022 the council rejected 3-4 a motion to proceed on the proposal as presented without more bids, and decided not to move forward with the remodel at that time.
Development agreement
Approved
A $5.3 million, 15-year loan from the UDOT State Infrastructure Bank at 3.25% to support the Gardner development project, repaid with a tax increment pledge through an interlocal agreement with the Redevelopment Agency. The council heard the proposal Feb. 14, 2023 and approved Resolution 23-08C on Feb. 21.
Zone change
Approved
Rezone of about 2.5 acres from R-1-8 to SD(R-1-7). The Planning Commission forwarded a positive recommendation Feb. 16, 2023 and the council adopted Ordinance 23-05 on March 21 on a roll call vote.
Code change
Denied
Proposed Ordinance 23-03 amending Title 21, Chapter 26, Section 8 to allow temporary signs on fences on private residential property. After a Feb. 28, 2023 work session and 70 to 80 mostly opposed emails, the council on March 7 carried a motion not to adopt it, keeping the current ordinance.
Code change
Approved
Amendments to Title 21, Chapter 19, Section 34 for the Bell Canyon Acres special district on horse boarding, home occupation licensing and animal counts. Adopted as Ordinance 22-18 on Dec. 20, 2022, 4-3, effective March 1, 2023 or when a large animal hobby license ordinance takes effect.
Area or general plan
Approved
Update to the general plan housing element and moderate income housing element required by state law. The council adopted Ordinance 22-10 and Resolution 22-47C on Sept. 6, 2022, 6-0. After the state Division of Workforce Services asked for more detail, the council on Jan. 31, 2023 adopted Ordinance 23-01 and Resolution 23-06C revising the implementation plan and resubmitting the report.
Code change
Approved
Combined impact fee facilities plan and impact fee analysis prepared by LYRB. Presented Nov. 8, 2022. On Dec. 6 the council voted 4-3 on a resolution phasing in new fees (50% July 1, 2023 and the full amount July 1, 2024) and 6-1 to adopt Ordinance 22-14.
Code change
Approved
Amendments to Title 21 Chapters 25 (landscaping standards) and 37 (definitions) and standard specifications to align with water-efficient landscaping standards. The council tabled the ordinance May 17, 2022, reviewed it Nov. 15 and approved Ordinances 22-16 and 22-17 on the Dec. 6 consent calendar.
Code change
Approved
Amendments to Title 21 (Chapters 11 and 37) and Title 15 business licensing implementing new state law on food trucks. Approved as Ordinances 22-12 and 22-13 on Nov. 15, 2022.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of about 11.56 acres (four parcels) into the R-1-15 zone. The council stated its intent to annex Sept. 6, 2022, the Planning Commission recommended approval Oct. 6 and the council approved Ordinance 22-15 on Oct. 18.
Zone change
Approved
Rezone of 2.2 acres (five parcels) from R-2-8 to PUD (12). The Planning Commission recommended approval after a Sept. 1, 2022 hearing and the council adopted Ordinance 22-11 on Oct. 4, over neighbors' objections about traffic, access and density.
Code change
Approved
Amendment to Title 21, Chapter 19, Section 26 allowing a total of four single-family lots in the SD(R-2-A) Fluckiger District and simplifying related regulations. Adopted as Ordinance 22-04 on June 7, 2022.
Zone change
Approved
Rezone of about 2.5 acres from IC (Institutional Care) to RM (12), a multi-family residential zone. The council approved Ordinance 22-06 on June 7, 2022.
Code change
Approved
Redrawing of Sandy's council districts after the census. The council voted 5-2 on March 1, 2022 to keep four districts, reviewed maps in April and on May 3, 2022 adopted Resolution 22-24C selecting Alternative Map 4-1b after a public hearing.
Code change
Approved
A council resolution (21-15C) on ranked choice voting for Sandy city elections. After a 6-1 vote at the April 13, 2021 work session to advance it, the council on April 20, 2021 rejected a 2023 start 5-2 and then voted 5-2 to use ranked choice voting in the 2021 general election and eliminate the primary.
Road project
Approved
Vacation of 4,977 square feet of right-of-way at the dead-end portion of Aspen Ridge Road. Planner Craig Evans presented it and the council adopted Ordinance 21-35 on Dec. 7, 2021.
Code change
Approved
Amendments to Chapter 16 (Floodplain Overlay Zone) of the Sandy development code, reviewed by the Planning Commission with a positive recommendation. The council adopted Ordinance 21-33 on Dec. 7, 2021.
Code change
Approved
A code amendment to Title 21, Chapter 23 giving flexibility on setbacks in the Central Business District zone when certain criteria are met, requested by the Shops at South Town. The council adopted Ordinance 21-36 on Dec. 7, 2021.
Public project
Approved
A state-required five-year update of Sandy's water conservation plan, drafted with Bowen Collins. The council reviewed the draft on Nov. 9, 2021 and adopted it by Resolution 21-44C on Nov. 16, 2021, ahead of the Dec. 31 state deadline. Public Utilities said the city had exceeded the state's conservation goals.
Zone change
Approved
A request to rezone 10.07 acres from R-1-40A to a planned unit development for townhomes and open space. The council approved PUD(10) 6-1 on Nov. 17, 2020 with a condition that the ordinance would be void unless revisions were accepted by Nov. 1, 2021. On Sept. 28, 2021 the council reviewed site plan changes and on Oct. 5, 2021 it adopted Ordinance 21-30 rezoning about 10.07 acres from R1-40A to PUD(10) under Option 1.
Road project
Approved
A Public Works project to realign 9270 South in Historic Sandy. The council adopted a partial street vacation (Ordinance 20-07) in August 2020. On June 1, 2021 it voted 7-0 for Ordinance 21-16, rezoning about 0.09 acre on the east side of Benson Way from PO to R-1-8, on a positive Planning Commission recommendation.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of unincorporated road right-of-way along Creek Road (about 5.6 acres, west to Union Park Avenue) and along Highland Drive (about 1.5 acres, east through Rossett Green Lane), both with a positive Planning Commission recommendation. The council stated its intent to annex in June and July 2021 and adopted Ordinances 21-27 and 21-26 on Sept. 7, 2021.
Code change
Approved
A temporary land use regulation (Ordinance 21-14) paused development on properties east of Wasatch Boulevard while the city reviewed foothill development. On Aug. 17, 2021 the council voted 7-0 to adopt Ordinance 21-23, amending the Sensitive Area Overlay and residential development standards, and 7-0 for Ordinance 21-24, which terminates the pause.
Code change
Approved
An amendment to Title 21, Chapter 2 of the Sandy Municipal Code letting the Planning Commission grant special exceptions for properties involved in city eminent domain proceedings or negotiations, to relieve landowner hardship. The council adopted Ordinance 21-21 7-0 on June 29, 2021.
Code change
Approved
A request by Comcast to amend Section 21-23-21(o) of the Sandy Municipal Code, which sets standards in the Research and Development zone. The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval and the council adopted Ordinance 21-18 7-0 on June 15, 2021.
Zone change
Approved
A request to rezone about 0.55 acre on Coppercreek Road from CN to R-1-8 for five single-family lots. The Planning Commission recommended approval and the council adopted Ordinance 21-19 7-0 on June 15, 2021.
Zone change
Approved
A request to rezone a 1.0-acre parcel on East 11000 South from R1-40A to R1-20A for one residential lot. The Planning Commission gave a positive recommendation and the council adopted Ordinance 21-17 7-0 on June 1, 2021.
Zone change
Approved
A family wholesale business in historic Sandy that went through a city business review in early 2020. The council directed a site-specific zone in November 2020 and February 2021, and on April 6, 2021 voted 7-0 to create the SD(FM-HSN) zone (Ordinance 21-13). The rezone of the parcels from CN(HSN) to that zone (Ordinance 21-12) was on the agenda; the minutes record no vote on it.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of about 3.22 acres in the Falcon Hill community with R-1-20A zoning. The council stated its intent on Dec. 15, 2020 and Feb. 16, 2021 and adopted Ordinance 21-10 7-0 on March 16, 2021 after a positive Planning Commission recommendation.
Zone change
Denied
A request to rezone a 1.02-acre parcel from CN and R-1-8 to RM(12) multifamily was denied 7-0 on Sept. 22, 2020 after residents said it was too dense. The applicant returned with a revised request for 0.62 acre as RM(10), which the Planning Commission recommended 4-2 and the council denied 7-0 on March 9, 2021.
Area or general plan
Approved
An update to the city's Transportation Master Plan, adopted by Ordinance 21-04. The Planning Commission recommended approval. The council adopted it 4-3 on Feb. 16, 2021, with an amendment requiring environmental review of projects and standalone council review of any that change a neighborhood.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of 0.21 acre in the High Point community. The council stated its intent on Dec. 15, 2020 and adopted Ordinance 21-05 7-0 on Feb. 16, 2021 after a positive Planning Commission recommendation.
Annexation
Approved
Annexation of 1.1 acres zoned R-1-40 in the Granite community. The council stated its intent on Dec. 15, 2020 and adopted Ordinance 21-06 7-0 on Feb. 16, 2021 after a positive Planning Commission recommendation.
Code change
Approved
A proposal to allow eight-foot fences under certain conditions without director approval and to prohibit spiked-tip fencing at new developments to protect wildlife. On Jan. 19, 2021 the council voted 4-3 to direct staff to work with its sponsor on code changes and report back.
Zone change
Approved
A rezone of 8.1 acres from R-1-15 single-family residential to OS (open space) for the Bell Canyon Preservation area, which includes a planned trailhead. The Planning Commission recommended approval and the council adopted Ordinance 21-01 7-0 on Jan. 5, 2021.
Area or general plan
Approved
A plan for walking, biking and other active transportation, added to the General Plan by Ordinance 20-15. The Planning Commission recommended approval and the council adopted it 7-0 on Dec. 8, 2020.
Annexation
Approved
About 10.29 acres of unincorporated land annexed with R-1-10 zoning. The council stated its intent on Sept. 22, 2020 and adopted Ordinance 20-14 on Oct. 27, 2020, 7-0, after a positive Planning Commission recommendation.
Annexation
Approved
About 8.6 acres of unincorporated land annexed with R-1-10 zoning. The council stated its intent on Sept. 22, 2020 and adopted Ordinance 20-13 on Oct. 27, 2020, 7-0, after a positive Planning Commission recommendation.
Annexation
Approved
About 5.9 acres of unincorporated land to be zoned R-1-40 and R-1-15 on annexation. The council stated its intent to annex on Aug. 18, 2020 and adopted Ordinance 20-10 on Sept. 22, 2020, 7-0; the Planning Commission asked it to consider timing with the county.
Annexation
Approved
About 18.7 acres of unincorporated land to be zoned R-1-10 on annexation. The council stated its intent to annex on Aug. 18, 2020 and adopted Ordinance 20-09 on Sept. 22, 2020, 7-0, after a positive Planning Commission recommendation.
Code change
Approved
A land use code amendment (Title 21, Chapter 8) allowing heavy commercial use in the Research and Development (RD) zone, requested to support a business expansion by KLM Endeavors. Staff recommended approval and the council adopted Ordinance 20-08 on Sept. 1, 2020, 7-0.
Code change
Approved
A council proposal to require signs posted on a site before public meetings on rezonings and other land-use decisions (Title 21-36-2). The council voted 6-0 on July 21, 2020 to direct staff to draft an ordinance and 4-3 on Aug. 25, 2020 to begin the formal code amendment process.
Zone change
Approved
A zone text amendment in the SD(Carnation) zone to allow a drive-up window for a pharmacy. The Planning Commission supported staff's version, which left out a requested parking reduction. The council adopted Ordinance 20-06 on July 7, 2020, 6-1.
Code change
Approved
A Land Development Code amendment (CODE-04-20-5845_CC_2) to allow solar carports in the SD(Harada) zone. The council continued it on June 9, 2020 because the ordinance was not attached, and approved Ordinance 20-05 7-0 on June 16.
Public project
Approved
The Sandy Canal Trail project is covered by a storm drainage and flood control agreement with Salt Lake County Flood Control. On April 7, 2020 the council approved an amendment adding $50,000 and releasing the city and the county from future liability and expense in that right-of-way corridor.