In the heart of Ogden City, where innovation intersects with history, the path to entrepreneurship is getting clearer. Those looking to spark a new venture or redefine an existing space can count on the Ogden City Planning Division's Concept Review Team (CRT) to set them off on a steady course. As detailed in a recent announcement from the city, the CRT offers complimentary services every Wednesday to help align future businesses with crucial zoning and development standards.
Given the city's once "cowboy rules," which led to a landscape filled with investment and intrigue, Ogden's planners are now committed to nurturing its unique character while guiding the city's growth. "We call it cowboy rules, they built however they wanted, whatever they wanted," said Joe Simpson, Ogden City’s Assistant Planning Director, as obtained by Ogden City. This multidisciplinary team, from planning experts to building officials, unites to provide project feedback, reduce communication overhead, and streamline the process for would-be business owners and developers.
Ogden's CRT is not just a local success, but a model for other cities seeking efficient processes for urban growth and development. "We run a very efficient meeting because you’ve got a lot of people there, especially the fire marshal and building official," Simpson explained, as per Ogden City. The team provides a general template for prospective clients, which includes contact information, links to city codes, and the necessary applications to get a project started.
