🏛 About the Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission is an advisory body to the Big Water Town Council, responsible for reviewing zoning requests, subdivisions, and development proposals in accordance with the Big Water Municipal Code and Utah State Land Use laws.

✅ Eligibility Requirements
• Be a current resident of Big Water, Utah, or own/operate a business within Town limits.
• Be at least 18 years old and a U.S. citizen.
• Be willing to serve a 4-year term (or until a successor is appointed).
• Be appointed by the Big Water Town Council.
• Complete required Utah Land-Use Training (per Utah Code §10-9a-302) before participating in meetings.
• Take the Oath of Office administered by the Town Recorder.

💡 Ideal Qualities
• Interest in land use, planning, or community improvement.
• Fair, ethical, and open-minded in decision-making.
• Ability to read or interpret plans, maps, or zoning materials.

⚖️ Responsibilities
• Attend monthly meetings and public hearings.
• Review zoning and subdivision applications.
• Recommend changes to the General Plan and land-use ordinances.
• Uphold the Utah Open & Public Meetings Act and conflict-of-interest rules.
• Collaborate with the Town Council, staff, and residents.

🕓 How to Apply
Submit a Letter of Interest to:

Town of Big Water
Attn: P&Z Clerk
📬 60 N Aaron Burr, Big Water, UT 84741
📧 [email protected]
📞 (435) 675-3760

DEADLINE: January 5, 2026 at 3 PM

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