Clearfield Council to Decide Supportive Housing Zoning on Nov. 10: What’s Proposed
On Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 7 p.m., the Clearfield City Council will hold a public hearing and consider whether to add a Supportive Housing overlay to about 4.25 acres at 1230 E. 1450 South. Davis County requested the change. Here is what is proposed, what a vote would and would not decide, and how to weigh in.
What’s proposed
The request, RZN 2026-0903, would leave the property’s C-1 (Commercial) zoning in place and add an S-H (Supportive Housing) overlay to about 4.25 acres of the 5.26-acre parcel. Clearfield adopted the overlay in January 2026. It is intended for housing combined with ongoing support services for people who have experienced homelessness. According to the city staff report, roughly one acre along 1450 South would stay commercial only.
Under the overlay, a supportive housing facility may have no more than 60 dwelling units, at a density of no more than 16 units per acre. KSL has reported that the county is under contract to buy the property and is seeking a development partner for a 60-unit facility.
What a “yes” vote would and wouldn’t do
The city’s public notice says approval would establish the overlay but “would not constitute approval of a specific development project.” The staff report says any future project would still need site plan review, a development agreement with the city, and compliance with development standards. Each of those steps comes later and is separate from this vote.
Where it stands
City staff recommended approval when the Planning Commission took up the request on Oct. 7. KSL reported that the commission voted to recommend approval after residents raised concerns, including the site’s proximity to nearby schools. Official minutes have not been posted yet. KSL also reported that the county would look at other sites if the council denies the request.
How to comment
- In person: Council Chambers, 3rd floor, Clearfield City Municipal Center, 55 S. State St. The notice says everyone present will have a chance to be heard.
- In writing: Mail comments to Clearfield City, Community Development, 55 S. State St., Clearfield, UT 84015. The notice warns that comments received after the meeting date may not be considered, so send them early.
- Review the file: The application is available at the Customer Service Center in the Municipal Center, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Read the official public hearing notice and the Planning Commission packet. For more, visit our Clearfield page and Davis County News.
Meeting dates, times and agendas can change. Check with Clearfield City before attending.
