Smithfield City Zoning Code

The ordinance codified in this title, including the maps, may be amended from time to time by the Smithfield City council. All proposed amendments shall be first submitted to the planning commission for its recommendation. The planning commission shall hold a public hearing after providing notice in conformance with section 10-9a-205, Utah Code Annotated or as said section may be amended. The planning commission's recommendation shall be placed on the next available agenda of the legislative body. The Smithfield City council will review and consider the recommendation of the planning commission and vote to approve or deny the rezone request at a regular council meeting.

Any individual or company, whether as the principle, agent or employee, who violates or permits the violation of the provisions of this title, will be subject to fines found in the prevailing fee schedule and the penalties as described in the process below.

1. A warning notice in the form of a written letter will be sent, indicating the violation of a local zoning ordinance.
   1. The warning notice will indicate the violation, municipal code reference, in addition to the deadline and requirements for compliance. It will also include the contact information of a city official that can answer potential questions.
   2. The provided deadline will vary, depending on the type and situation of each violation.
2. If the recipient does not comply by the required deadline, a second letter will be sent, constituting a final notice of the zoning infraction.
   1. The final notice letter will include the violation, municipal code reference in violation, a new deadline for compliance and cost of the fine that will be assessed for continued noncompliance. It will also include the contact information of a city official that can answer potential questions.
   2. The provided deadline will vary, depending on the type and situation of each violation.
3. If the violation persists, zoning citations will be issued. The fines for violations are found in the approved prevailing fee schedule and can be paid at the city office. All fees will be paid within ten (10) days after the date the citation is given.
   1. The first citation will include the fine amount, the municipal code reference and the deadline for payment.
   2. The final citation will include an increased fine amount, the municipal code reference and the deadline for payment.
4. In the event of further noncompliance and nonpayment, the city may;
   1. Cause suit to be brought in an appropriate court of law. Damages sought may include reasonable attorney fees, interest and court costs;
   2. Refer the matter to the county treasurer for inclusion in the tax notice of the property owner, said property lien will be placed on the parcel for the amount of the combined citations.
5. The property owner or agent may appeal the administrative decision as set forth in SMC§17.10.030 Appeal Authority.