Cache County Planning Commission Meeting -- 03/05/2026

- The commission approved the revised agenda and prior meeting minutes, then approved the consent agenda containing the Wengren Ranch and Alpenglow Estate subdivisions. - The Dutson Two rezone request sought to rezone 15.12 acres from agricultural to RU-5, allowing a maximum of three lots. After hearing from the applicant and discussing access, road improvements, and compatibility with surrounding five-acre parcels, the commission recommended approval by a 2-2 split with two members voting no and one member recusing. - Commissioners noted the Dutson proposal fits the county’s newer RU-5 code because it is within the half-mile city-limit threshold and would only add one lot. Public comments from nearby residents and Newton City opposed the rezone, but supporters argued it would preserve the rural character while allowing family housing. - The 40-acre industrial rezone near Malaga was presented as a proposal for blue-collar workspaces, with the applicant saying UDOT access and a shared entrance were already being discussed. Despite concerns about poor drainage, lack of nearby industrial zoning, and water issues, the commission ended up with divided motions and ultimately forwarded the matter to the county council with a recommendation that included both approval and denial motions in the record. - The commission recommended approval of an ordinance amendment to Chapter 17.10.050(B) on water and sewage requirements. The change would allow existing septic systems in Source Water Protection Zone 2 to be repaired or replaced with Bear River Health Department oversight, while limiting new systems so the absorption area is outside Zone 2. - Bear River Health Department supported the amendment, explaining it is meant to protect drinking water while still allowing reasonable repairs and upgrades for existing homes and facilities. Public commenters, including a Malaga mayor and property owners, said the proposal balances groundwater protection with practical property use. - A housekeeping amendment to Titles 16 and 17 was introduced to align county code with state reconification changes. The commission opened and closed the public hearing quickly and recommended approval to the county council. - The Saddle Ridge 22-lot subdivision was brought back after a prior continuance expired, with staff saying the conditions remain unchanged and still address access and road issues. Commissioners approved it with the extensive conditions intact and asked staff to keep the commission updated on whether the applicant meets them. - Powder Mountain representatives gave an informational update on post-master-plan code cleanup, including development standards, subdivision processes, and design guidelines for the RR zone. They said the goal is to align county code with state law and provide clear review standards for future resort-related projects, and no action was taken. - The meeting also discussed a joint workshop with the county council on Powder Mountain-related code changes, with a smaller group of commissioners and council members planned for the session.