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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Centerville City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Infill Lot and Flag Lot Ordinance Review
Residents requested that the city reconsider its ban on flag lots and establish reasonable pathways for infill housing development. The council agreed to schedule a future work session to examine the history of flag lot regulations.
Boundary Line Adjustment Code Modernization
Property owners are seeking formal recognition of existing older accessory buildings so they can cleanly adjust property lines among family parcels without violating current zoning setbacks.
Chase Creek Subdivision Drainage Management
A new six-lot subdivision on Chase Lane requires private property owners and their HOA to take full responsibility for historic creek waters flowing across the land and under public roads.
Packer Property Rezoning
Property owner Spencer Packer requested rezoning a half-acre parcel at 2000 North 400 West from Residential-Low to Agricultural-Low so he can build an agricultural barn before putting up a house. The commission agreed and forwarded a positive recommendation to the City Council.
Comprehensive LUDMA Code Renumbering
The city is updating its municipal and zoning codes to match the state's newly reorganized land use law numbers. This administrative cleanup helps keep local laws clear and aligned with state statutes.