FAQs
Planning & Zoning
What is zoning?
Zoning is the basic tool for community general plan implementation. Zoning is an attempt to assure a compatible interrelationship of land uses in such a way that the community goals for health, safety, morals, and general welfare are promoted. Zoning laws identify how land may be used including a list of allowed uses and development standards, e.g., building setbacks. Zoning in North Ogden City is categorized into residential, commercial, and manufacturing zones. The North Ogden City Zoning ordinance can be found here.
What is a building setback?
Building setbacks are the prescribed distance from the property line to the building; the setbacks are found in each zoning district.
Where can I find an online zoning map?
An Interactive Planning Map can be found here.
A paper zoning map and other zoning related information can be obtained by contacting the North Ogden City Planning Department at (801) 737-2215.
How do I get maps and aerial photos?
When do I have to install landscaping on my new lot?
The front and side yard of every lot including the park strip must be landscaped with protective ground cover within 18 months of receiving a certificate of occupancy. The backyard must be landscaped within 2 ½ years of receiving a certificate of occupancy. The standards can be found online here and here.
Do I have a buildable lot?
If your lot is part of a platted subdivision and the property lines have not been altered, then the lot is buildable if all other city requirements can be met, such as water and sewer.
If the property or parcel is not part of a subdivision, then you need to contact the Planning Department. A title search will be necessary to determine if the parcel was a lot of record prior to December 31, 2000. A subdivision application may need to be approved prior to receiving a building permit.
Who should I contact with zoning questions for North Ogden City?
The North Ogden City Planning Department can be contacted at (801) 737-2215.
Can I schedule an appointment to meet with a planner?
Yes. If you know the planner that you want an appointment with you can contact them directly, or call the main Planning Department number at (801) 737-2215 to schedule an appointment
Who is on the Planning Commission?
There are 7 members of the Planning Commission who are residents of North Ogden City and they generally serve a five year term
When does the Planning Commission meet?
The Planning Commission meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM in the City Council Chambers located at 505 East 2600 North. Work-sessions are scheduled as needed.
When is a subdivision process required? What are the requirements and how long will it take?
Utah State Code defines any division of land as a subdivision. The North Ogden City Subdivision Ordinance specifies the process and standards for subdivisions and can be found online here.
Many variables affect process times for subdivisions, such as the number of lots, required improvements, and City reviewing agency requirements.
How do I make application to be on the Planning Commission?
Applications are available at the City Recorder’s office. Generally one or two terms are up for consideration each year. When vacancies arise, the City Council will accept applications to fill the vacancies. The applications are reviewed by the Mayor and City Council; they may interview the applicant. The Mayor appoints a Planning Commissioner with the advice and consent of the City Council.
What are the Planning Commission Meeting Procedures?
The Planning Commission meetings are organized with a specific order. See link.
Public Comment Policy: What is the process for submitting comments to the Planning Commission if I cannot attend a meeting?
Communication to the Planning Commission can be addressed to the Planning Department by either letter, fax, or e-mail and must be submitted and arrive 8 days in advance of the Planning Commission meeting to ensure there is time to place comments in the Planning Commission packets and provide them to the applicant in a timely manner.
Comments submitted by e-mail must be received by 3:00 PM on the day of the Planning Commission meeting. A paper copy of the e-mail will be given to the Planning Commission in the meeting. E-mail submittals will be required to include the following contact information, i.e., name, mailing address, e-mail address, and phone number of the commentor. Copies of e-mails submitted after the agenda has been posted will be provided to the Planning Commission and the applicant at the Planning Commission meeting. Anyone wishing to see information received after the agenda packet has been sent out may come to the Planning office to review them.
What is the best way to be successful in making a presentation at a Planning Commission meeting?
The Planning Commission has a handout to assist you in your preparation. See link.
Will I receive notice of a project near my property?
There is no requirement in State Code for notice to be sent to adjacent property owners. The city policy is to send a courtesy notice on most application types to property owners within 300 feet of the subject property. Applications that involve public hearings, e.g., an application to change a property’s zoning will also be noticed in the newspaper and on the city website.
Why wasn’t I notified of my neighbor’s subdivision proposal?
There may be several reasons why you did not receive notice. The most common reasons are being outside the 300 foot notice radius or having incorrect address information on the tax record.
Why doesn’t my neighbor have the same rules as me?
Each property in the city is located in a zoning district. Each zoning district has individualized standards. If your neighbor is in a different zone then those standards will apply. Another possibility is that your neighbor’s property may have been built under different rules that have changed and are not the same as your property.
Who should I contact about zoning ordinance violations?
To report code violations contact a Code Enforcement Officer at the Police Department at (801) 782-7219, Monday thru Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.