BREAKING: Developers confirm plans to resume construction on the 304-unit multifamily housing project in Lehi, Utah, following a devastating fire that erupted on November 9. The fire destroyed multiple structures at the Alta Vista Development, leaving residents and officials in shock.
Just after 10 a.m. on that fateful day, residents witnessed a harrowing scene as flames engulfed the site near the Point of the Mountain. “Well, my daughter screamed at me, ‘Mom, look out the window!’” recounted local resident Juli Beckwith. “I looked out and saw towering piles of smoke. It was really scary.”
In the aftermath, Wood Partners, the developers overseeing the project, stated they intend to restart construction once the damage is fully assessed and investigations conclude. Lehi Fire Chief Jeremy Craft confirmed that investigators have completed their on-site review, but the cause of the fire remains undetermined. “We know where the fire started, but we don’t know how it started,” Craft said, emphasizing that arson has not been ruled out.
With the site now cleared for a return to ownership, Wood Partners is committed to working closely with local officials as they navigate the cleanup and recovery processes. However, no specific timeline for resuming construction has been established. “It’s just a mystery, and it’s a concern for us that this might happen again,” expressed resident Matthew Beckwith, highlighting the anxiety still felt in the community.
The fire has raised serious questions about safety protocols and construction practices in the area. Local officials urge residents to stay informed as they await further updates from investigators. As the situation develops, many are eager to see how the findings will influence future construction in Lehi.
Stay tuned for further updates on this urgent story as we continue to follow the developments surrounding the Lehi fire and the Alta Vista project.
