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Summit County Council approves ordinance streamlining Snyderville Basin rezone process

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In a split vote, the Summit County Council approved a new ordinance changing its rezoning process. The ordinance is meant to reduce government bureaucracy, but opponents worry it makes rezoning too easy.

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Wasatch County locals back effort to repeal state development law

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Park City entertainer awarded 2026 Spirit of Hospitality Award

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