Cedar Valley, Utah Statistic: Population, Charts, Map, Steets and More

To encourage business development, Cedar Valley City must ensure a fair business permitting process and a high level of diversity among retail businesses. It should also encourage collaboration, communication, and coordination among city and community leaders. It should also expand its Economic Development Committee to include representatives from industry clusters and seek investments in priority areas. Finally, Cedar City should apply for federal, state, and local economic development programs to support projects and initiatives in the city's opportunity zones.

Vacant agricultural parcels often have unseen costs. For example, vacant agricultural parcels generate little or no tax revenue. In some cases, these parcels represent areas with high subdivision potential. In the northwest corner of Cedar City, a significant percentage of agricultural land is considered prime for development.

Cedar City's general plan includes a strong focus on economic prosperity and community well-being. Residents were recently asked if they would change the general plan statement, and most wanted to keep it as is. However, the most common suggestions were to increase the emphasis on sustainability, protect neighborhood areas, and provide adequate public services.

Throughout the planning process, the Cedar City Planning Commission prioritized public involvement. It developed a public awareness campaign and held public hearings to collect community input. After public outreach and input, the city adopted a general plan that reflects its vision and policy priorities.