The Ephraim City Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a public hearing on November 10, 2026, to discuss a proposed amendment to the Ephraim City code regarding the expiration of Conditional Use Permits, according to an October 28, 2026, notice.
The proposed changes to the municipal code seek to establish expiration dates for these permits to ensure approved projects move forward within a reasonable timeframe and to prevent unused or abandoned permits from remaining active indefinitely.
The hearing is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. at Ephraim City Hall, located at 5 South Main Street. The proposed amendment, Ordinance ECO 26-13A, includes new provisions regarding the expiration of permits due to failure to commence or discontinuance.
Under the proposed amendment, a conditional use permit would expire and become null and void if the approved use has not commenced within one year of the date of final approval. Extensions for good cause may be requested in writing 60 days before expiration. Additionally, a permit would expire if the use is discontinued or abandoned for six consecutive months.
The city is considering these expiration dates to help ensure that projects align with current city codes and development standards, supporting responsible growth and consistency with community planning goals. The amendment would also specify that once a permit expires, it cannot be reestablished without a new approval process following the city's then-applicable land use regulations.
The Planning Commission will review the proposed amendment to determine if it should be recommended to the Ephraim City Council. If the commission recommends approval, the City Council is expected to review the matter for final approval on November 18, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at Ephraim City Hall.
Interested parties may attend the meeting in person or electronically via Zoom. Those wishing to attend electronically must notify Ephraim City staff prior to 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Individuals requiring special accommodations should notify the city at (435) 283-4631 at least 24 hours before the meeting.
