Protecting Property Rights

Protecting the rights of property owners while ensuring responsible, sustainable growth is a cornerstone of a healthy community. Personal property is vital to our freedom, and I’m committed to making sure it remains respected in Ivins’ local policies. Where existing statutes or rules already protect property rights, I support keeping them in place.

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• IDEA 1: Grandfathering existing properties | Maintain protections for existing homes and lots from new regulations that primarily target new construction. Long-time residents should not be burdened by rules that were not in effect when they purchased or built their property.

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• IDEA 2: Streamlined small project approvals | Support Ivins’ existing processes for smaller projects—like sheds, patios, fences, or minor home additions—and explore ways to make these approvals even simpler when it does not compromise safety or community standards.

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• IDEA 3: Flexible property use within existing regulations | Encourage property owners to use their lots in practical ways—such as ADUs, home offices, or small accessory buildings—within the framework of current zoning and safety rules. This helps residents adapt their properties to today’s needs while respecting neighborhood character.

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• IDEA 4: Transparent communication and guidance | Ensure property owners have clear, accessible information about Ivins’ regulations, permitting, and property rights. Residents should be able to understand what is allowed without navigating unnecessary complexity.

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• IDEA 5: Incentivize sustainable property improvements | Continue to encourage property maintenance and upgrades, such as water-efficient landscaping or solar installations, while aligning with existing rules and permitting requirements.