Lehi council discusses attainable housing density bonus and name for new school district
January 7, 2025, 4:00 p.m. · Lehi City Hall, 153 N. 100 East, Lehi
In a work session, the mayor outlined a proposal giving a 50% density bonus to developers who build owner-occupied homes of 1,200 square feet or less on 6,000-square-foot lots. Council members broadly supported the direction but raised questions on infrastructure, density limits and whether a new zone would be better than a bonus. The council also discussed whether to name the new school district or keep "Central" as a placeholder, and chose Council Member Paige Albrecht as mayor pro tempore.
From the draft minutes. Updated October 14, 2026.
Decisions at a glance
| Item | Result |
|---|---|
| Selecting a mayor pro tempore | Approved |
| Attainable housing proposal | Discussed |
| New school district: advisory committee appointments and naming | Discussed |
Agenda, item by item
Item 2 · Appointment
Selecting a mayor pro tempore
Approved
Council Member Chris Condie nominated Council Member Paige Albrecht, seconded by Council Member Heather Newall. There were no other nominations and none opposed.
Item 4 · Zoning
Attainable housing proposal
Discussed
The mayor proposed an overlay with a 50% density bonus for homes of 1,200 square feet or less on 6,000-square-foot lots, owner-occupancy deed restrictions, a 30-foot street standard with mountable curbs, and letting owners finish garages and landscaping themselves. Participation would be voluntary through development agreements. Utah League of Cities and Towns Executive Director Cameron Diehl said the concept has drawn interest from cities statewide. Council Member Heather Newall supported it if the bonus is tied to the smaller home sizes. Council Member Michelle Stallings favored protecting existing affordable housing and asked whether a new zoning designation would work without the bonus. Council Member Chris Condie asked about rental price impacts and requests to apply it in inappropriate areas. Council Member Paul Hancock questioned whether smaller homes reduce infrastructure demand and suggested density limits. Council Member Paige Albrecht asked about limits in half-acre areas and nuisance rules.
Item 3 · Other
New school district: advisory committee appointments and naming
Discussed
Mayor Johnson said naming can become contentious. Council Member Heather Newall wanted a temporary name other than "Central" and a community naming process. Council Member Michelle Stallings said naming should be left to the elected school board and worried about city costs. Council Member Chris Condie suggested keeping "Central" and letting the new board gather input. Council Member Paige Albrecht said the new board should name the district but was open to a temporary placeholder. Council Member Paul Hancock said that if a placeholder is used, it should be "Central."
What residents said
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