27215 N Highway 6, Helper, UT 84526

Mining and Grazing Zone

The M and G-1 Mining and Grazing Zone covers the dry mountain and desert areas of the county. Limitations imposed by climate, topography, soil capability, inadequate water supply, and the presence of economically significant mineral deposits has identified this zone as a place for the grazing of livestock on the open range, the mining of earth products, and the location of activities and industrial operations which are not appropriate near urban centers.; It is hereby declared that the specific purposes and intent of the County Commission in establishing the M and G-1 Mining and Grazing Zone are: To take advantage of and more fully implement the basic purposes for planning and zoning as set forth in Utah Code, as amended.; To promote the conservation of water, land, mineral, and other resources.; To foster livestock grazing and mining industries within the county.; To provide a location for certain types of uses which, due to odor, noise, danger, etc., are not compatible with urban development.; To ensure the development of adequate public facilities to match private development. The specific regulations necessary for the accomplishment of the purposes outlined above are hereinafter set forth.