Water efficiency standards (Chapter 17.21)
Landscaping rules for new construction following Central Utah Water Conservancy District requirements, including a 35% cap on lawn in residential landscapable areas. Adopted June 13, 2023.
- Where it stands
- Approved
- Type
- Code change
- Applicant
- American Fork City
Every hearing and vote
May 2, 2023 · City Council work session
Water efficiency standards presentation
Discussed
CUWCD's Rick Maloy outlined state rules for new construction: lawn no more than 35% of front and side yard landscaping and none in strips under 8 feet wide; incentives of $2-$3 per square foot of lawn removed and $0.50 per square foot of water-efficient landscaping in new construction; $1 million in available conservation grants.
June 6, 2023 · City Council work session
Water efficiency standards
Discussed
Assistant City Administrator Camden Bird said the ordinance follows CUWCD's 35% limit on residential landscapable lawn area. Shelton questioned the 50% plant cover requirement and the $200 fee tied to utility reductions until metering.
June 13, 2023 · City Council
Water efficiency standards (new Chapter 17.21)
Approved with conditions · 4-0
Ordinance 2023-06-19 follows Central Utah Water Conservancy District requirements (such as limits on lawn in residential landscapable area). The 50% living plant cover rule (17.21.020(3)) was removed per the planning commission, and staff will define 'side yards.'