Summary
The county is considering a large-scale rezone to the Agricultural Heritage Zone, which aims to preserve farming land in the Fielding and Plymouth areas.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 9
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
The impact on tax revenue is currently unknown.
Local farmers and agricultural landowners.
Existing residents who fear loss of rural character and increased strain on water and schools.
Mentions & discussions (9)
County Commission - Sep 2, 2026
The county is looking at creating new zones to protect farmland from encroaching development, which helps keep local agriculture viable.
County Commission - Jul 7, 2026
The county is looking at creating a protected zone for agriculture near Tremonton to help preserve farming land.
Planning Commission (Regular) - May 21, 2026
The county is considering a large-scale rezone to the Agricultural Heritage Zone, which aims to preserve farming land in the Fielding and Plymouth areas.
Planning Commission (Regular) - Jan 15, 2026
The county is considering rezoning land in Corinne to the Agricultural Heritage Zone. This is being debated because it affects how property owners can use their land for things like employee housing versus standard residential development.
County Commission (Regular) - Aug 13, 2025
The county is creating a protected zone for farmland in West Corinne to ensure it stays agricultural. This helps local farmers keep their land viable without pressure from development.
Planning Commission (Regular) - Jun 19, 2025
Farmers are applying for protection status to keep their land zoned for agriculture. This helps prevent urban sprawl from making it difficult to continue farming operations.
County Commission (Regular) - Jun 11, 2025
The county is creating zones to protect farmland from being swallowed up by urban growth. This helps farmers keep their land in operation without worrying about nearby development.
Planning Commission (Regular) - Apr 17, 2025
Three property owners are seeking to designate their land as Agriculture Protection Areas, which helps preserve farmland from encroaching development.
Planning Commission (Regular) - Jan 16, 2025
Residents are fighting to keep their 5-acre minimum lot sizes to protect their rural lifestyle and prevent overcrowding.
Related development
Zoning Map Amendment Z25-016
The proposal has faced opposition from neighbors concerned about current site usage and potential impacts on the area.
Agricultural Heritage Area Zone
This could change how certain rural lands are zoned and protected.
Zoning Map Amendment Z26-009
This change would allow for higher-density residential development on the subject property.
Zoning Map Amendment Z26-008
This rezone would significantly change how a large portion of land in Fielding and Plymouth is used, focusing on agricultural preservation.
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