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Planning for Community Balance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The department continues to work with the City Council, Planning Commission, and developers to meet the demands for more affordable housing. To demonstrate to legislators who are interested in passing legislation that interferes with cities\u2019 authority to determine local land use issues, West Jordan City Council declared publicly by resolution that it has made significant independent progress toward being part of the housing solution. The resolution<\/a>, unanimously approved on Feb. 13, 2019, detailed the efforts made, both past and present, by the City of West Jordan to approve a range of residential zoning densities and housing types to provide housing opportunities for all age groups and income levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Proper Placement of Density<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In meeting the State\u2019s demands for higher density and more affordable housing, West Jordan City Council emphasizes the proper placement of various types of housing as part of a comprehensive plan to provide balance \u2013 a balance of mixed-use that makes sense and enables the highest and best use of resources, and a balance of options for people in all stages of life whether newly independent adults, young families with children, empty nesters or retirees looking to downsize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

West Jordan has six TRAX stations. It makes sense to allow high-density land use near these TRAX stations and encourage pedestrian activity, which in turn reduces vehicle miles traveled. These types of developments are mixed-use and include residential, shopping, dining, and other amenities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Currently, there are three major development sites that leverage the benefits of TRAX stations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n