The purpose of the forestry, forestry and recreation, and forestry and multi-family zones is to provide a mix of limited residential, limited multi-family, recreation opportunities, and other specified uses for the foothills and canyon areas of the Town of Brighton to ensure development is compatible with and protects the natural and scenic resources of these areas for the continued benefit of future generations. Specific development standards under this chapter are also imposed in an effort to conserve water and other limited resources in the canyon and reduce any adverse impacts of development on infrastructure capacity. 

1. Forestry and Recreation Zones (FR-0.5, FR-1, FR-20): The FR Zones promote a mix of small-scale residential and recreational uses. These zones allow for development that is compatible with the Canyon surroundings, but prioritize the protection of the natural environment.
2. Forestry Multi-Family Zones (FM-10, FM-20): The purpose of the forestry multifamily zones is to permit development of certain areas in Brighton for high-density residential, and other specified uses to the extent that such development is compatible with the protection of the natural and scenic resources of these areas for the continued benefit of future generations.

1. Only allowed within resort boundaries, in accordance with the definition of Ski Resort Support Facilities established under 19.04.070.CE.

The minimum lot area, lot width, and maximum density requirements are as follows:

Measurement of Lot Width. The minimum lot width of any lot shall be measured at a distance of fifty feet (50’) from the front lot line.

1. Gross Square Feet of the Combined Primary and Accessory Structures. The maximum gross square feet of the combined primary and accessory structures on a property shall be five thousand square feet (5,000 sq. ft.).
2. Setbacks. The minimum setback shall be eight feet (8’) from all property boundaries and ten feet (10’) from the nearest edge of any right-of-way.
   1. Garages Fronting the Street. If the garage entrance is facing the front lot line with a minimum setback of ten feet (10’) the area between the front of garage and the right-of-way may not be used for parking of extra vehicles, unless to meet minimum parking requirements for single-family lots.
   2. Snow Storage. Adequate snow storage must be provided in the front yard setback for all parking, vehicle entrances and walkways. Snow storage must be provided on the property.
3. Building Height. Except as otherwise specifically provided in this Title, no building or structure shall exceed thirty feet (30’) The elevation shall be determined using a certified topography survey with a maximum contour interval of two feet (2’).
4. Snow Release. Site plans and building designs must resolve snow release issues to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official.

1. Building Footprint. The maximum building footprint allowed for an accessory structure shall be eight hundred square feet (800 sq ft).
2. Setback from Primary Structure. An accessory structure shall be set back at least six feet (6’) from the primary structure on the lot.
3. Building Height. The maximum height for an accessory structure shall be twenty feet (20’).
4. Snow Release. Site plans and building designs must resolve snow release issues to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official.
5. Accessory structures shall not encroach on any required easement or right-of-way.

1. Building Height—Case-by-Case Determination. Because of the unique nature of the topography, vegetation, soils, climatic and aesthetic characteristics of the foothills and canyons, the allowable height of conditional use structures in the FM-10 and FM-20 zones shall be determined on a case-by-case basis by the planning commission, subject to consideration of the following criteria:
   1. Protection of the natural setting;
   2. Relationship to other structures and open spaces;
   3. Contour intervals and topographic features;
   4. To the maximum extent feasible, the building height should not exceed the height of surrounding trees and vegetation;
   5. Protection of scenic vistas, especially views from public rights-of-way and public lands; and
   6. Other elements deemed appropriate to ensure that the provisions of Section 19.10.010 are met.
2. Maximum Height. Notwithstanding the case-by-case determination permitted by this section, the maximum height of a residential conditional use in the FM zones shall not exceed one hundred feet (100’).

The limits of disturbance required under the Foothills and Canyons Overlay Zone may impact the maximum area allowed for the building footprint. Refer to Section 19.38.160 for all requirements for the limits of disturbance.

Construction of permanent structures in areas subject to natural hazards, including floods, landslides, and avalanches, shall be subject to the requirements and limitations set forth in Chapter 19.56 Floodplain Hazard Regulations and Chapter 19.58 Geologic Hazards Ordinance.

1. Department of Health Approval Required. Prior to the issuance of a conditional use permit or site plan development plan approval for all uses in the forestry zones, regardless of size or number of units, the applicant shall receive the written approval of the Board of Health certifying that all water quality and health requirements have been satisfied and that the proposed construction will not damage the natural watershed.
2. Developments of more than Nine Lots/Units. Development of more than nine (9) lots or units shall receive written approval from the Utah Department of Environmental Quality certifying that the culinary water system and sewage system meet all state water quality and health requirements. All approvals shall be in accordance with the regulations of the Utah Department of Environmental Quality relating to the culinary water supply and wastewater disposal.
3. Applicable State Regulations and Standards. The applicable state regulations for individual wastewater disposal systems can be found in the Utah Administrative Code, Sections R317-501 through R317-513, as amended from time to time. The applicable state regulations for culinary water supply can be found in the Utah Administrative Code, as amended from time to time.
4. Subsequent Changes in Site Plan. If after Health Department or Utah Department of Environmental Quality review and action pursuant to this Section, a site development plan is modified such that the original limits of disturbance change, the applicant must submit the modified site plan to the appropriate health agency for review and a new determination whether all state wastewater and culinary water standards have been met. Evidence of such a review must be submitted prior to final approval of the site development plan.

1. Applicable Lots of Record. All Standards and requirements for development in the Forestry zones as set forth in this Chapter shall apply to development on lots and in subdivisions.
2. Lots of Record – Waivers for Slope Requirements. For all properties located in the Forestry zones and  in the Foothills and Canyons Overlay Zone, the Planning Commission may waive grade requirements for streets or roads and slope protection requirements for lots of record and lots and plans of subdivisions that were approved prior to February, 1998, when the original Foothills and Canyons Overlay Zone was adopted, provided the conditions and criteria set forth in the FCOZ section 19.38.060 (A) Slope Protection Standards are satisfied.

All development in the Forestry Zones shall be subject to the standards, limitations and requirements listed in Chapter 19.38 Foothills and Canyons Overlay Zone, including but not limited to Grading, Slope Protection, Tree and Vegetation Protection, and Development Approval.

• Foothills and Canyons Overlay Zone Chapter 19.38
• Specific Use Standards Chapter 19.42
• General Site Development Standards Chapter 19.46
• Off-Street Parking and Mobility Standards Chapter 19.48
• Floodplain Hazard Regulations Chapter 19.56
• Geological Hazards Chapter 19.58