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Expressed deep concerns from neighbors regarding severe traffic congestion, safety hazards from school drop-offs, and inappropriate commercial encroachment.

Shared perspective on the extreme difficulty young Utahns face in finding affordable housing rather than office space.

Stated that the applicant bought the property knowing the zoning and urged the commission to respect neighborhood opposition.

Expressed serious concerns about grade changes, massive retaining walls, and lack of sewer and irrigation access for the proposed back lots.

Submitted 71 signed petitions from local residents opposing the zone change.

Highlighted local flood history near Willow Creek, rural subdivision history, and loss of neighborhood character.

Argued that the project violates general plan policies for rural preservation and amounts to piecemeal high-density development.

Stated that 4 homes on the narrow lot are totally out of place in a neighborhood defined by long ranchette lots.

Noted irrigation line conflicts, exposure issues, drainage puddling, and steep drops near Willow Creek.

Asked about property line and fence locations relative to adjacent historic properties and how lots will be configured.

Requested a detailed subdivision plat to ensure homes do not back up directly against 700 East behind a wall.

Expressed general support for removing abandoned vehicles and dilapidated structures, while asking about road and school impact fees.

Thanked the city council and public utilities department for quickly resolving a Russian thistle weed problem along the Willow Creek corridor between 300 East and 150 East.

Asked about traffic safety at the intersection of Willow Springs Lane and 300 East.

Asked for clarification on whether the lot could be subdivided further.

Expressed concerns about potential traffic increases and speeding if 13400 South is opened up, requesting speed bumps and curb and gutter.

Stated that while the plan has improved, neighbors prefer the current zoning remain in place and oppose rezoning solely for developer profit.

Voiced concern that changing zoning sets a precedent for the neighborhood and asked that the project be handled via a development agreement without altering base zoning.

Shared concerns about mountain views being blocked, building height, and drone measurements of the property.

Noted that his two-story house is only 22 feet tall, questioned 35-foot height limits, and suggested an 8-home limit would be preferable.

Expressed worry over traffic, parking, spot zoning, and the height of the proposed homes after living in the area for over 50 years.

Stated that high-density development goes against what residents were told when moving to Draper and urged the council not to approve tall towers.

Expressed privacy concerns from two-story homes overlooking her bedrooms and complained about heavy traffic and speeding on 800 East.

Explained that a county recorder error removed 20 feet from his Alpine City lot and asked the commission to approve the boundary adjustment to correct it.

A nearby resident asked questions regarding why Highland City purchased the land, the Suncrest development agreement, website maps, hillside overlays, and public hearing sign placement.

Expressed full support for the neighboring Butler zoning change.

Opposed the Bangerter Crossroads rezone, raising concerns about increased traffic on 3rd East and urging the council to reject commercial expansion into residential areas.

Objected to the rezone and commercial access on 3rd East, arguing it destroys established residential expectations and damages city integrity.

Notified the council that his property borders the project and requested substantial buffers, fencing, and lighting mitigation.

Raised safety concerns for children crossing 3rd East and noted severe existing traffic congestion during peak hours.

Urged the council to defer the vote, noting that the traffic study is outdated and commercial zoning should not expand onto 3rd East.

Described severe traffic backups near the 13800 South and Bangerter Highway intersection and doubted proposed traffic mitigation will work.

Asked the council to follow the Planning Commission's negative recommendation and block any access from the development onto 3rd East.

Spoke as a civil engineer, stating that the traffic study and intersection ratings are insufficient and urging the council to hold off on the vote.

Argued that high-density commercial zoning is incompatible with surrounding multi-million dollar homes and worsening traffic.

Expressed concerns about commercial access right next to her family's property line, noise, and traffic safety for children.

The neighbor living next to the property expressed full support for the zoning change.

A neighbor asked for clarification on how the property would be accessed.

Representing the applicant, explained that the rezone will add a single 19,000-square-foot lot to the Fox Landing subdivision with access from Osborne Vista Way.

Expressed deep concern over severe traffic impacts, noting traffic studies show key intersections rated 'F' and predicting over 10,000 daily trips will spill into residential areas as cut-through traffic.

Argued that government's purpose is not maximizing sales tax revenue, and that putting massive commercial development next to new million-dollar homes hurts property values and violates the promise of the Master Plan.

Stressed the need to protect 300 East from commercial cut-through traffic and requested a substantial landscape berm and buffer if any commercial is ever approved.

Shared that she has owned her property for 22 years, criticized the applicant for repeatedly pushing rezone proposals, and urged the city to listen to taxpaying residents rather than developers.

Expressed concern that existing heavy traffic and daily emergency vehicles on 13800 South will be severely worsened by commercial development.

Stated he lives in a new nearby home and is not opposed to retail development, provided traffic is addressed and thoughtful berming or masking is used.

Argued that traffic has worsened significantly over the years and that commercial development will only add to morning and evening commuter gridlock.

Expressed distrust in UDOT's ability to fix traffic problems and noted that massive commercial development across the freeway already provides plenty of tax revenue.

Asked whether economic studies and revenue forecasts proving this project will offset rising resident taxes and fees are publicly available.

Highlighted existing difficulties exiting her nearby condo parking lot and warned that commercial development will turn her lot into an even worse cut-through.

Advocated for more housing rather than big-box retail, noting local schools are losing students and urging the city to follow its Master Plan.

Stated his backyard abuts the property and warned that commercial lights, noise, and semi-truck deliveries will ruin his quality of life and devalue his property.

Stated the proposal contradicts the General Plan and feels like a slap in the face to have a master bedroom overlooking a commercial loading dock.

Noted worsening traffic around nearby Channing Hall and urged the commission to use their recommendation power to stop the rezone, noting Summit County requires development agreements prior to rezoning.

Expressed support for adding commercial amenities, restaurants, and retail options in Draper, noting the City Council will have multiple opportunities for oversight.

Expressed severe concern for children walking and crossing 300 East to get to Willow Springs Elementary, noting speeding and lack of safe crosswalk signals.

Voiced support as a commercial real estate agent, arguing that retail brings vital tax benefits, jobs, and services, and that traffic and lighting can be mitigated through development agreements.

Read from municipal code regarding public safety and health, emphasizing that 300 East is extremely dangerous for elderly residents and visiting grandchildren due to heavy traffic.

Stated he lives at the corner of 138th and 3rd East, wears earplugs due to traffic noise, and questioned how road widening and semi-truck turns can happen without displacing homeowners.

Argued that staff report evidence contradicts the legal criteria required for approval, noting traffic and adjacency impacts violate the General Plan and urging rejection.

Suggested that a significant greenbelt or buffer structure be constructed between the commercial property and residential areas regardless of rezoning outcomes.

Warned that approving regional commercial zoning here starts zone creep, setting a precedent that invites subsequent commercial expansion into residential corridors.

Expressed concerns about traffic and density impacts on a narrow private lane from the Fetzer rezone request.

Expressed concern about private lane maintenance and setting a precedent for flag lot density.

Supported the rezone, noting property cost pressures, but raised concerns about existing school traffic queuing on nearby streets.

Expressed general support for neighborhood changes but raised serious concerns about speeding traffic and lack of sidewalks on 700 West.

Asked the council to pause the decision for a few months so she could attempt to purchase the property for equestrian use.

Shared frustrations about heavy traffic and feeling disconnected from the east side of Draper, while noting her husband supported the project.

Spoke in favor of the project, stating he hopes to buy a lot nearby so his mother can build next to them.

Expressed support for the Goodrich Pointe project, noting her family's long history on the property and that the sale will benefit her family and community.

Representing the irrigation company, she requested assurance that the irrigation ditch running through the property will be protected during development.

Confirmed that the engineering team has met with the irrigation company and has plans in place to maintain irrigation service for all downstream users.

Requested that a portion of the property near the canal be protected to preserve milkweed habitat for endangered monarch butterflies and local wildlife.

Asked the commission to look at planning from a broader perspective rather than piecemeal rezoning, and to wait for the ongoing train station area study.

Expressed opposition, noting that commercial areas belong on arterial roads rather than encroaching into established neighborhoods.

Stated that residents own their homes and want the zoning left alone, opposing commercial or high-density residential development.

A 46-year resident who complained about heavy traffic and dangerous intersections, stating the project is not conducive to the neighborhood.

Shared how peaceful and quiet the street is for walkers and wildlife, opposing high-density or commercial changes.

Stated that the applicant bought the property knowing the zoning and asked the commission to deny the application to protect the residential area.

Questioned why zoning changes should be considered when the property could profitably accommodate single-family homes under current rules.

Lives in a historic 1909 home on the street and emphasized preserving the semi-rural character rather than modernizing everything.

Noted that while farm uses would be great, commercial development in the middle of a neighborhood is inappropriate.

Strongly opposed the Kimballs Junction rezoning, citing incompatibility with adjacent single-family lots, railroad crossing dangers, and city subsidies for housing.

Expressed severe concern over traffic congestion, school capacity, safety at railroad crossings, and lack of true affordability in the Kimballs Junction project.

Echoed opposition to Kimballs Junction and expressed feeling deflated that community survey preferences were seemingly ignored.

Speaking for Juan Diego Catholic High School, outlined requests for building heights under 60 feet, buffers, for-sale housing, and future athletic facility disclosures.

Expressed skepticism about adding more high-density housing in a slow market and traffic bottlenecks on 7th East.

Opposed high-density housing at Kimballs Junction due to strained school capacity, traffic, declining property values, and potential conflicts with Marsha Vawdrey's adjacent farm.

Expressed frustration with existing traffic problems, lack of turnarounds for emergency vehicles, and questioned trading local traffic for downtown event convenience.

Highlighted difficulties turning left onto Kimballs Lane with TRAX crossing arms down and compared the density to existing neighborhoods.

Stated that 11900 South is a private dirt road ending in a yard and questioned how it is listed as an access point.

A 50-year resident stating her street is private, praising efforts to help teachers, but asserting 540 homes is far too dense.

Stated people moved to Draper for open space, noted speed bumps were needed due to cut-through traffic, and argued TRAX is underutilized.

Called it disrespectful for the builder to appear without traffic mitigation plans and questioned the feasibility of state housing subsidies.

Raised concerns about congestion on 700 East and cut-through traffic using private roads in Salt Creek Condos.

Presented research comparing zoning densities, argued that 25-27 units/acre is double the general plan, and cited crime and traffic concerns.

Expressed disappointment that no traffic study or environmental survey for local wildlife was completed prior to the hearing.

A 43-year resident who noted extensive townhome growth, questioned housing affordability even with incentives, and asked to cut density in half.

Described heavy school and commuter traffic, parking overflow concerns, and safety issues on TRAX.

A police officer arguing for zoning consistency and noting high crime rates near TRAX stations and high-density complexes.

Shared experiences with neighborhood thefts and safety concerns on TRAX, urging sustainable development that preserves Draper's character.

Acknowledged growth is inevitable, praised Edge Homes' ethics, noted his daughter needs affordable housing, but urged careful pacing.

Corrected affordable housing percentages to 6%, criticized dismissing rezone impacts as minor, and noted wildlife presence.

Drives children to school through the area daily, emphasizing severe intersection congestion and recommending duplexes or townhomes instead of high-density condos.

Requested that any approved plan incorporate more green and open space for families and children.

Voiced confusion over lack of alternatives, cited Edge Homes' past hillside issues, and expressed concern over apartment-style buildings and wildlife loss.

Urged commissioners to witness traffic firsthand, noting roads cannot be widened and 27 units/acre violates Draper's values.

Asked commissioners to consider severe future mitigation steps, such as widening roads or removing homes.

Reported safety issues with TRAX crossing arms descending while lights are green, and increased drug use and mail theft.

Expressed opposition to the Lanthier rezone request, stating it is inconsistent with neighborhood character and could set a precedent for further density creep.

Shared concerns about previous neighborhood developments and opposed changing the zoning to RM1.

Expressed concern over increased traffic and the potential for developers to change plans after a zone change.

Opposed the rezoning, citing inconsistency with the neighborhood and potential for future high-density development.

Opposed the rezoning, concerned about the potential for apartment buildings and lack of compliance with the area's vision.

Opposed the rezoning, noting that the proposed density is inconsistent with the existing one-half and one-acre lots.

Expressed concern about road width requirements and emergency fire apparatus access for the South Willow project.

Expressed concern about road width and fire access.

Spoke in favor of the rezone, arguing that a small wedding venue is a positive addition and that parking issues can be managed.

Speaking as a Suncrest HOA trustee, urged denial of the rezone due to inadequate parking, loss of control over future commercial uses, and liability issues.

Opposed the rezone, highlighting parking ownership disputes and agreement breaches by the applicant.

Opposed the rezone, noting that expanding to general commercial invites unwanted high-impact uses and parking congestion.

Opposed the rezone, stating there is no resident benefit and traffic taxes HOA resources.

Expressed sympathy for the business owner but opposed the rezone until parking is definitively resolved.

Supported the rezone, arguing the building was built for gatherings and parking problems stem from historical property divisions.

Supported the rezone, emphasizing the unique nature of the lot and praising the applicant's long-term community presence.

Opposed the rezone due to severe parking overflow into neighborhood streets and fire safety concerns.

Supported the rezone as a way to keep the building active and prevent empty commercial spaces.

Strongly opposed the rezone, citing increased traffic, noise, and rewarding improper past use.

Opposed the rezone, noting planning commission concerns and arguing that spot rezoning violates general plan principles.

Opposed the rezone and questioned why unpermitted operations had been allowed to continue.

Supported the rezone, warning against the negative impacts of having empty commercial buildings in the neighborhood.

Supported the rezone, arguing that restrictions should not be used to create empty buildings.

Opposed the rezone, noting that the issue is property value speculation upon sale rather than the reception center itself.

Opposed the rezone, pointing out potential conflicts of interest given the applicant's role on the HOA board.

Opposed the rezone, citing insurance cancellations in wildfire zones, past code violations, and safety risks.

Opposed the rezone, emphasizing that general commercial zoning introduces permanent risks that outlive current agreements.

Opposed the rezone, citing traffic, access issues, and potential future commercial expansion.

Speaking as legal counsel for 10 residents, urged the council to deny the rezone, emphasizing that zoning laws exist to protect neighborhoods rather than subsidize individual business models.

Opposed the rezone, detailing personal experiences with noise, litter, and parking congestion near her home.

Supported the rezone, noting the venue owner's meticulous cleanup efforts and respect for the community.

Strongly opposed the rezone, highlighting severe child safety hazards from venue parking and traffic directly outside her home.