Welcome to the Cottonwood Heights Planning Department website. The planning department applies the highest quality planning and regulatory principles to preserve, protect, and enhance Cottonwood Heights' developed and natural environments. The department is responsible for ensuring that the city’s plans reflect goals and policies that are advocated by residents, approved by the city council and appropriately implemented.
The planning department fulfills several functions which include evaluating zoning changes and use permits, preparing and updating the city's comprehensive master plan, reviewing site plans and subdivision plans, and oversight of construction and building safety, while providing staff support to the planning commission, board of adjustment, and city council. The department's mission is to support the city by facilitating the translation of community values, goals, and objectives into a vision for the physical development of the most livable city in Utah.
See the "Boards and Commissions" menu for more information about the Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment and Architectural Review Commission.
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Building Department
Permits, standards and codes relating to all construction, demolition, renovation and remodeling in Cottonwood Heights.
Economic Development
Information about Cottonwood Heights' business climate and opportunities.
Business Licensing
Explanations on different types of businesses in Cottonwood Heights and how to obtain a business license.
City Maps
Interactive maps provide a wealth of information about the city.
Current Projects
General Plan (PDF File, 17 megs)
Applications and Forms
Frequently Asked Questions
QUICK LINKS:
Zoning Ordinance (Title 19)
Subdivisions (Title 12)
Residential Development Standards
Commercial Development Standards
Lot Setback Illustration
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Design guidelines (file size 5 MB) have been prepared by the Architecture Review Commission. The purpose of the guidelines is to enhance the visual appeal of the city through the use of high quality and sustainable architectural and site design standards, and to develop a unique sense of identity in the Gateway Overlay District. When approved, the design guidelines will be used by architects, designers, property owners and builders in the design of new buildings and major remodels within the Gateway Overlay District. If you have any questions please contact Larry Gardner at 801-944-7065 or by email at lgardner@ch.utah.gov.
