Planning Department

The American Fork Planning Department oversees the future physical development of the City by coordinating efforts with residents, City departments, and potential developers to result in a sustained community that is both desirable as a living environment for its citizens and economically viable.

Zoning/Land Use Maps

• Zoning Map
• Land Use Map
• Zoning Map Municipal Code explanations

General Plan

• TOD (Transit Oriented Development Map)
• Bike and Pedestrian Facilities - Map
• Bike and Pedestrian Facilities - Plan
• Parks, Open Spaces, and Trails Plan
• Moderate Income Housing 2010, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2023
• Main Street Vision - General Plan 2010, 2016
• Land Use Plan

Get Involved

The Planning Department relies on residents to contribute their input and opinions on proposed development projects. Residents can get involved by attending Public Hearings and Planning Commission Meetings to provide their own feedback on proposed community changes.

FAQ’s

• What areas are currently being developed in American Fork? Please follow this link.
• What do I need to know to add to my home, finish a basement, build a fence, or learn more about setbacks? (see Building Department Checklists)
• Where do I learn more about basement/accessory apartments? (see code 17.5.134 - Accessory apartments)
• What do I need to know to develop a subdivision, a new commercial project, or a new industrial project? (see Planning Department  Applications)
• How do I apply for a business license? (see Business License & Renewal)