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Truth and transparency are keys to a healthy and vibrant community

We know that communication is not always easy and that despite everyone's best efforts, there is sometimes confusion around an action, project or initiative in the city. We want you to use this space to fact-check what you hear so that we are all operating on the very best truth and knowledge as we build relationships and trust.

Truth and transparency are keys to a healthy and vibrant community

We know that communication is not always easy and that despite everyone's best efforts, there is sometimes confusion around an action, project or initiative in the city. We want you to use this space to fact-check what you hear so that we are all operating on the very best truth and knowledge as we build relationships and trust.

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    Does Midvale City allow residents to localscape their yards?

    over 2 years ago

    Midvale City allows and encourages localscape design in landscaping a property. Here is an excerpt on landscape requirements from one of Midvale’s single-family zones: “yard and setback areas visible from street access, including park-strips…shall be landscaped. Landscaping shall include the treatment of the ground surface with live materials such as, but not limited to, sod, grass, ground cover, trees, shrubs, vines and other growing horticultural plant material. In addition, a combination of xeriscape plantings and designs that may include other decorative surfacing such as bark chips, crushed stone, mulch materials, decorative concrete or pavers shall also meet landscaping requirements”. As is stated, xeriscape (or localscape) is allowed, with no minimum or maximum coverage. If you are considering replacing, updating, or even installing new landscape on your property, “localscape” away!

    The Localscape approach is a series of landscaping patterns and practices that takes into account Utah’s unique climate. For Midvale, this can mean plants that will thrive in a high desert environment, for which we are a part (the Great Basin). 

    Front yard landscape with drought resistant plants

    Learn what Localscapes are all about and get some great tips that will help get you started in your own yard. Visit the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District website (jvwcd.org) to learn about the following programs, and more:

    Localscapes
     Become a part of the landscaping movement spreading throughout Utah. If you're localizing your landscape, you may be eligible for some rewards! Create an account on utahwatersavers.com to see if you qualify.

    Conservation Garden Park (conservationgardenpark.org)
         Conservation Garden Park models the best use of water in Utah landscapes and empowers communities to make the most of our shared water resources. Jordan Valley Water’s Conservation Garden Park showcases landscapes suited for Utah’s unique climate that are not only beautiful and easier to maintain but are also designed to efficiently use water. A variety of community classes are held at the Conservation Garden Park ranging in topic from irrigation to vegetable gardening. These classes will teach you how to conserve water in a beautiful and lush landscape.

    Utah Water Savers (UtahWaterSavers.com)            
     From rebates to free landscape consultations, utahwatersavers.com is helping Utahns save both money and water. Visit utahwatersavers.com today to create a free account and start saving! Most of the programs listed on this page are available.