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Cedar City is getting a huge new shopping center, a $50 million project that includes a massive Smith's Supercenter. This could be a game-changer for local jobs and give you more places to buy your groceries and other goods.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 6 the 60 before, 3 the 90 before that.
The shift could increase the city's tax base by attracting new industrial businesses.
Local businesses and developers looking for industrial space.
Residents currently living in or near the affected residential and rural estates areas.
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<p>Brian Head Resort is looking to expand its reach in the small mountain community to encompass more than 2,500 acres. The resort is in the midst of an ongoing approval process, and there are multiple opportunities for Southern Utahns to get involved.</p>
<p>Piles of lumber, tractors, workers walking around in hard hats – welcome to Southern Utah. The area's growth is seemingly unstoppable, with new buildings and renovations springing up everywhere you look.</p>
<p>Piles of lumber, tractors, workers walking around in hard hats – welcome to Southern Utah. The area's growth is seemingly unstoppable, with new buildings and renovations springing up everywhere you look.</p>
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The city is working to bring 120 acres into city limits to ensure new industrial buildings meet city infrastructure standards, like sewer and road requirements.
The city is looking at turning several areas near Iron Springs Road into industrial and manufacturing zones. This could bring more jobs to the area but might also change the feel of the neighborhood.
<p>Piles of lumber, tractors, workers walking around in hard hats – welcome to Southern Utah. The area's growth is seemingly unstoppable, with new buildings and renovations springing up everywhere you look.</p>
A New Stage for Cedar City: The Forge Opens Its Doors suindependent.com
A new Smith's Marketplace, fuel center, and retail pads are proposed for Main Street. The project requires a development agreement and includes requests for deviations from standard city codes regarding loading bays, parking, and signage height. Utility infrastructure, particularly water mains and stormwater discharge, are also major discussion points.
The new Smith's project is asking for some rule changes regarding how they handle water, stormwater, and sign height. The city is weighing the cost and maintenance risks of these requests against the benefits of the new development.
A new concrete plant is proposed near residential areas. The city is working to ensure noise, dust, and traffic are kept under control.
Officials celebrate opening of new 96-room Hampton Inn in historic downtown Cedar City St. George News
The city is looking at banning new gas stations in the historic downtown to keep the area walkable and preserve old buildings. The goal is to make sure the downtown stays a destination for shops and restaurants rather than becoming a place for large fuel stations.
New grocery stores are finally coming to the north end of town, addressing a long-standing resident request.
$50M development, including Smith’s Supercenter, coming to Cedar City KUTV
Smith’s to Replace Current Cedar City Store with New Marketplace Iron County Today
The city is updating zoning and general plan maps for the 800 North area to better manage growth. New rules will prevent residential driveways from opening directly onto the main road to keep traffic moving safely.
The city is considering leasing a vacant lot near the library for a food truck park. It's a big opportunity to bring more people downtown, but the council wants to make sure the 25-year lease is fair and doesn't hurt other local businesses.
The seminary is planning to tear down its current building and construct a new one. This project requires changing property lines and moving a public sidewalk, but it shouldn't affect the size of neighboring residential lots.
A new industrial development is planned near a residential neighborhood. The developer has agreed to include buffers and access restrictions to protect the community from traffic and noise.
The city is struggling to manage the development of the 2,000-acre Cordero property. Because the original 2009 agreement is tied to specific infrastructure promises, the city is worried that letting developers leave the agreement one by one will leave the city without the utilities and roads needed for the area.
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This change allows for commercial use consistent with surrounding properties.
The plant will increase industrial activity in the area, with potential impacts on noise and air quality that require mitigation.
The project will bring new retail options but requires city approval for specific infrastructure and signage deviations.
This will change the land use from residential to industrial, which neighbors prefer to avoid traffic.