The Riverton City Planning Commission approved two separate development applications during a meeting held on July 9, 2026, according to meeting minutes published August 14.
One approved project involves a two-lot subdivision in the Oquirrh Estates area, while the other involves a multi-family townhome development titled Towns at 11800 South.
The commission approved an application for the Oquirrh Estates, Lot 13 Amended subdivision, a two-lot subdivision of approximately 0.57 acres located at 12666 South Gilbert Circle. The project, submitted by applicant Blaine Brady, involves constructing a new home on a rear lot accessed by a 20-foot wide private lane on an easement.
During the hearing, residents expressed concerns regarding the impact of private lanes on neighborhood quality of life and the potential for shared access to create practical issues. Despite these concerns, the commission found the application met existing subdivision and zoning standards. The approval is subject to several conditions, including the requirement that the applicant fix outstanding staff redline comments and include a temporary turnaround to meet fire department requirements.
The commission also unanimously approved the Towns at 11800 South site plan, a multi-family development for townhomes on approximately 5.17 acres near the intersection of 11800 South and Redwood Road. The project, proposed by Scott Yermish of Priority Builders, will include 41 units accessed from Redwood Road and 29 units accessed from 11800 South.
Discussions during the hearing focused on the management of Midas Creek, which runs through the property. The developer stated the development would beautify and maintain the creek. The commission included a condition requiring the developer to apply for a walking pathway across the creek to provide connectivity between the two sides of the development, noting that if the path is denied, additional sod space must be provided on the north side.
The Towns at 11800 South approval includes requirements for the Homeowners Association to maintain private roads, utilities, and the Midas Creek channel. The commission also stipulated that landscaping must be installed before building occupancy and that no more than 80% of building permits may be issued until community amenities are installed.
