Cache County Planning Commission Meeting – 09-3-2026

The Cache County Planning Commission held a meeting on September 3, 2026, where several zoning and ordinance amendments were discussed, including a rezone request for a five-acre parcel from A-10 to Rural 2 zone allowing up to two lots, which was recommended for approval. Public concerns were raised about preserving agricultural character and road safety. The commission also reviewed and discussed amendments to the wild game processing facility ordinance, proposing to allow such facilities in certain zones and considering expanding the scope to include farm-harvested animals. This ordinance was continued for further refinement. Additionally, the commission addressed amendments to the solar projects ordinance, focusing on clarifying definitions and use conditions, and discussed frontage requirement exemptions for FR 40 zones to allow development of legal lots without frontage if access is proven. A surface fault rupture hazard special study zone was proposed to require geotechnical reports for certain developments. Lastly, the commission reviewed and approved with conditions a conditional use permit for the Wellsville Safe Storage facility, including requirements for road improvements, screening, lighting, and waste management. Several motions were passed related to these items, with some items continued for further consideration.