A development agreement for the property at 915 West State Street in Lehi was passed at a city council meeting on September 22, 2026, according to a Lehi Free Press report. The agreement follows months of negotiations between the Walker family, residents living along Trinnaman Lane, and the Lehi City Council.
The Walker family has owned the property for over 60 years. Originally, the family requested that the Lehi City Council change the property's zoning from residential to heavy commercial to facilitate a sale to a developer. However, residents argued that changing the area to a heavy commercial zone would devalue their homes and impact the neighborhood.
The approved development agreement allows for the sale and development of the acres without changing the existing zoning. Provisions in the agreement include a tall masonry wall around the property, along with a sidewalk, curbing, and landscaping on the side facing Trinnaman Lane. To address resident concerns regarding noise, safety, and vehicle traffic, the agreement prevents the developer from accessing the property from the neighborhood and limits the types of businesses allowed to rent the space.
The decision follows significant community feedback. Council member Michelle Stallings stated she appreciates the input from residents and the Walker family. While some neighbors expressed exhaustion regarding the process and concerns about legalities, Debbie Walker stated the family wanted what was best for the neighborhood.
The Walker family noted that their next step will be to sell the land.
