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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Salt Lake City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Planning Commission Appointment
The Council interviewed a new candidate for the Planning Commission, which shapes local zoning and land use decisions.
247 North 800 West Rezone Condition Extension
The developer got an extra year to meet conditions on a residential rezone while dealing with fire-code and access questions in the Hoyt Place area.
Historic District Signage
The city wants to add special street signs to historic districts to help people know where they are and preserve the neighborhood's character.
Fence and Hedge Height Regulations
Proposed amendments to city code regarding fence and hedge heights aim to increase allowable heights in front yards (hedges to 6ft) and backyards (fences to 7ft), and extend 6ft front yard fence height to M1/M1A zoning districts. This seeks to balance privacy, security for non-residential properties, and urban canopy expansion with concerns about maintaining historic district character.