Summary
Moab locals are fighting a fancy new housing project at Kane Creek. They're worried it'll mess with their town and are doing everything they can to block it.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Apr 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
The financial impact of the development agreement is currently under review.
The developer, Amasa Holding LLC, and potentially the city through new development.
Current Moab residents who fear losing their community character and straining local resources.
Mentions & discussions (13)
Opinion: A new public safety building may make sense. Downtown is the wrong place for it.
Moab City Councilors Jason Taylor and Miles Loftin oppose Grand County’s concept for a 120-bed jail and expanded public safety building one block off Main Street, and ask the county to run a full alternatives analysis before committing a downtown blo...
Oil and gas companies could soon pay far less to lease public land, including around Moab
Oil and gas companies' lease deposits could be cut by up to 95%, and for the first time ever, people could be charged a fee to challenge a lease sale under proposed new nation-wide BLM policies. Public comment is open through August 24.
Remote BLM canyon country airstrips approved for formal use, sparking conservation appeal
The decision follows a 2025 request from the Utah Back Country Pilots Association and the Recreational Aviation Foundation, according to the BLM.
Speak up for public land
Here’s what happens when roads get built: they bring wildfire. They pollute streams. They harm wildlife.
BLM opens comment on Kane Creek power line reroute near proposed Echo Canyon development
The BLM is taking public comment through July 16 on a Rocky Mountain Power plan to reroute a transmission line along Kane Creek Road — the corridor where the Echo Canyon development is proposed.
‘Disappointed’ and ‘confused’: state board demands Moab recognizes mineral production
‘Disappointed’ and ‘confused’: state board demands Moab recognizes mineral production The Times-Independent
Special Joint City Council/Grand County Commission — April 17, 2026
The community is looking at how to turn the old uranium mill site into a useful space for residents. It's a big deal because it's a huge piece of land that could host trails, an event center, or a transit hub.
Moab lawsuit could block preliminary municipalities in Wasatch Back
Moab lawsuit could block preliminary municipalities in Wasatch Back KPCW
Lawsuit challenges state law that gave Kane Creek developers their own government
Lawsuit challenges state law that gave Kane Creek developers their own government Moab Sun News
Controversial development proposal near Moab spurs lawsuit as plans move ahead
Controversial development proposal near Moab spurs lawsuit as plans move ahead KSL News
City of Moab - Planning Commission — April 10, 2025
The resort is moving into its second phase of construction. This project is a major development in the area that requires careful oversight of infrastructure and amenities.
Moab community fighting to stop Kane Creek luxury development
Moab community fighting to stop Kane Creek luxury development FOX 13 News Utah
Lionsback Resort: City of Moab seeks help from Utah Supreme Court
Lionsback Resort: City of Moab seeks help from Utah Supreme Court The Times-Independent
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