Planning Commission to Review Site Plan March 25
EAGLE MOUNTAIN — Eagle Mountain may soon welcome a second McDonald’s, this time in the heart of the City Center. During the upcoming Planning Commission meeting on March 25, 2025, commissioners will consider a site plan for a new McDonald’s restaurant at approximately 4248 North Pony Express Parkway, south of City Hall.
The proposed development would sit on Lot 4 of The District at Eagle Mountain Town Center Subdivision, incorporating portions of parcel numbers 59:004:0112 and 59:044:0175. The project applicant is Darrin Perkes of Dominion Engineering, and the site falls within the Commercial Community zoning district, which was designated in 2021.
Site Plan Details and Staff Recommendation
The Eagle Mountain Planning Department, led by Senior Planner David Stroud, is recommending that the Planning Commission forward a positive recommendation to the City Council for final approval. The recommendation includes two conditions:
- The District at Eagle Mountain Town Center Subdivision Plat A must be officially recorded before any building permit is submitted.
- All mechanical equipment (both rooftop and ground-mounted) must be screened from public view.
The project aligns with Eagle Mountain’s General Plan designation of Community Commercial and sits on a 1.22-acre parcel. A public hearing will be held as part of the Planning Commission’s agenda, allowing residents to voice support or concerns.
Development Standards and Design Compliance
According to the planning staff report, the proposal meets all applicable site plan and commercial design standards per Eagle Mountain Municipal Code §17.100.050 and §17.72. Some highlights include:
- Pedestrian Access: The building will provide access from the Pony Express Trail, with pedestrian-oriented features incorporated into the street-facing façade.
- Parking: The site plan includes 36 parking stalls, meeting the requirement for fast food/drive-thru restaurants of one stall per 125 square feet.
- Architecture: The building includes architectural articulation, multiple roof planes, decorative windows, awnings, and mixed materials. Though the main entrance faces the parking lot, staff finds the design appropriate for its location on a private roadway.
- Bike Racks: The plan includes bicycle racks in compliance with §17.35.050.K.
While the proposed McDonald’s will be the first structure in the new subdivision, staff believes the building’s materials and design will complement future commercial development in the area.
What This Means for City Center
The new McDonald’s represents another step in the rapid development of Eagle Mountain’s City Center, which is transforming into a walkable, mixed-use hub. City officials and developers see the area as a central location for services, shopping, and community gathering. Residents already have access to the existing McDonald’s in Porter’s Crossing, but a second location in City Center could alleviate congestion and increase convenience.
As with any new project, community members have the opportunity to share feedback. The City encourages public participation during the hearing or through written comment.
Planning Commission Meeting Info
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Eagle Mountain City Hall – 1650 E. Stagecoach Run
Time: 5:30 PM
View full agenda and packet
Source: “McDonald’s Site Plan.” Eagle Mountain City Planning Commission Packet, March 25, 2025. https://eaglemountaincity.com
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