Lehi council denies Bowden land-use change at 9861 West 9600 North and picks cheaper 2300 West drainage fix
October 22, 2024, 5:30 p.m. · Council Chamber, 153 N. 100 East, Lehi
The council unanimously denied a general plan amendment on 5.18 acres at 9861 West 9600 North after four residents objected to smaller lots. In pre-council, members chose Alternative 2A, estimated at $165,000, for drainage and slope problems along 2300 West between 300 North and 900 North. The council also approved a third-party plan review agreement for the Texas Instruments fabrication plant.
From the approved minutes. Updated October 14, 2026.
Decisions at a glance
| Item | Result |
|---|---|
| Utah County warming center contribution request | Discussed |
| 2300 West design options, 300 North to 900 North | Discussed |
| Consent agenda: purchase order | Approved · 5-0 |
| Ordinance 64-2024: Bowden general plan amendment, 9861 West 9600 North | Denied · 5-0 |
| Resolution 2024-54: Bureau Veritas plan review for Texas Instruments plant | Approved · 5-0 |
Agenda, item by item
Item 2.2 · Presentation
Draft Bike and Pedestrian Plan
Discussed
Mike West presented a draft plan with seven goals for the next 5 to 10 years focused on safety and connectivity: updating development codes, adding missing sidewalks, trail lighting, connecting key destinations and paved trails. Council feedback asked for a recreation element, a prioritization plan and identifying gaps in the network.
Item 2.3 · Presentation
Federal Railroad Administration quiet zone update
Discussed
Traffic Engineer Luke Seegmiller said most crossing deficiencies were fixed except at three locations, the hardest being a crossing at 1700 South in Salt Lake City that needs 60 feet of clearance from crossing arms.
Item 2.4 · Budget
Utah County warming center contribution request
Discussed
The mayor presented the county's request that cities contribute $1,000 per 1,000 residents to homeless warming centers, about $90,000 for Lehi. Members questioned the formula and asked for more cost detail, and discussed a base fee plus population-based amount and community donations.
- Payment$90,000 to Utah County
Item 2.5 · Roads and utilities
2300 West design options, 300 North to 900 North
Discussed
City Engineer Brad Kenison presented options after property owners raised drainage, slope and fence concerns on a stretch where right-of-way was bought in 2005. Alternative 2A, about $165,000, steepens side slopes and adds a V-ditch or gravel French drain while keeping the existing fence. Alternative 2B added an 8-foot slatted fence at about $95 per foot, and Alternative 3, $790,000, would extend the slope to property lines, possibly with retaining walls. The council agreed to proceed with 2A, and the mayor directed staff to tell owners they may upgrade fencing at their own expense.
- Budget$165,000
Item 4.1 · Contract
Consent agenda: purchase order
Approved · 5-0
The council approved purchase orders including PO 7874 for Strong Solutions.
Item 5 · Zoning
Ordinance 64-2024: Bowden general plan amendment, 9861 West 9600 North
Denied · 5-0
The request would change 5.18 acres from Very Low Density Residential (VLDRA) to Low Density Residential. The applicant, Corey Bowden, was not present; the council noted he had been notified. Four residents opposed, citing half-acre lots in the area, neighborhood character and traffic on 1500 North. Council denied it using findings from the Planning Commission and Development Review Committee.
- Applicant: Corey Bowden
- Acres: 5.18
- Designation: VLDRA -> LDR
Item 6 · Contract
Resolution 2024-54: Bureau Veritas plan review for Texas Instruments plant
Approved · 5-0
Kim Struthers said a third-party building plan review is rare but needed for the size and technical complexity of the Texas Instruments fabrication plant. Costs are covered by standard permit fees.
- ContractAmount not given to Bureau Veritas
What residents said
Half-acre lot characterTraffic on 1500 NorthDrainage and fences on 2300 WestQuiet zone
Resident Scott Murph urged pursuing 2025 state legislation to have UTA help maintain quiet zones. Four residents (Candace Hayward Jones, Ashley Frampton, a new resident and Jared Maruji) opposed the Bowden amendment, citing half-acre lots, character and traffic.