Sensapure Site Plan Conditional Use

I am writing to express my concerns regarding Sensapure’s request for approval to operate in the Lewis Landing Industrial building at 4170 West 2100 North. While I appreciate the value of attracting diverse businesses to our community, it is crucial to ensure that such businesses align with the best interests and well-being of both residents and nearby institutions.

Of particular concern is the use of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in Sensapure’s flavor production process. Many VOCs, often synthetic chemicals, can pose health and environmental risks, especially in high concentrations. Given that this location is in a residential neighborhood, the Planning Commission is responsible for prioritizing the health and quality of life of those living nearby. Introducing VOCs into the area could lead to potential disruptions, including unpleasant odors, air quality concerns, or even longer-term health risks. All of these should be reasons not to allow this company to be located within a residential neighborhood!

Additionally, with a hospital located so close to this site, we must consider the vulnerability of patients, healthcare workers, and visitors. Hospitals rely on clean, uncontaminated air for the recovery and safety of patients, particularly those with respiratory conditions or compromised immune systems. Any emissions from Sensapure’s production process could have far-reaching impacts.

As stewards of the community’s future, the Planning Commission is pivotal in ensuring that businesses entering Lehi are good neighbors. I respectfully urge you to conduct/require a detailed environmental impact study to assess the potential consequences of Sensapure’s operations, including emissions, air quality effects, and mitigation plans. These steps will not only safeguard residents but also demonstrate Lehi’s commitment to fostering a safe and harmonious community. Without taking these steps, the answer should be an absolute 'no', in regards to Sensapure’s request to operate within Holbrook Farms.
Thank you for continuing to make good decisions that protect Lehi residents and ensure the quality of life within our city!

I share the concerns regarding the potential health and environmental impact of Sensapure’s operations in our neighborhood. In an area that already struggles with poor air quality, the last thing we need is to add harmful chemicals.

On top of that, we’re talking about a community with a children’s hospital. It’s bad enough to put the general community at risk, but to place vulnerable children at an even higher risk is unimaginable.

I am strongly opposed to allowing this and any similar operations into our heavily residential community.

I too have concerns as a resident of this neighborhood about the air quality and impact it may have.

My biggest concern is that the Utah Division of Air Quality has flagged Sensapure's plant in Salt Lake City for contributing to the region’s declining air quality. It is unconscionable that such a facility would be placed near residential areas, particularly one as vulnerable as Holbrook Farms. This area is home to many young families and children, as well as residents who are elderly or have pre-existing health conditions, along with an elementary school with kids from other parts of Lehi. The proximity of Sensapure’s proposed operation to the new Primary Children’s Hospital as well as the Utah Military Academy makes this a public health concern that cannot be ignored.

My name is Krista Steed. I am highly concerned about the use of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the flavor production process at Sensapure, many of which are synthetic chemicals. The “sweet” odor coming from the facility is caused by the release of these VOCs into the air, which can trigger immediate health problems such as headaches, dizziness, respiratory issues, and irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat. Prolonged exposure to these substances may result in more serious health concerns, including potential damage to the liver and kidneys, neurological complications, and an elevated risk of cancers such as leukemia and lymphoma. The Utah Division of Air Quality has noted that the Sensapure manufacturing plant in Salt Lake City negatively impacts the region’s air quality. Although regulations exist to minimize these dangers, it is worth questioning why we allow such risks to our loved ones’ health in the name of flavor production. Striking a balance between industrial operations and community health is essential, particularly when the safety of our families, friends, and neighbors is on the line.

As a member of The Exchange Master Board's HOA I wish to voice my strong rejection of this particular business in this particular location. The VOCs involved in the experimenting and manufacturing of scents presents a significant and lasting health hazard to the residential areas surrounding this location. I am not opposed to this business or their products, but the nature of their manufacturing clearly points to Lehi City requiring them to establish their manufacturing plant in an industrially zoned area. Please keep our community healthy.

I too stand firmly against granting approval for Sensapure to operate in the Lewis Landing Industrial Building. The risks associated with this operation far outweigh any potential benefits the company may promise. Sensapure’s downplaying of the impact their manufacturing process will have on our community is deeply troubling. Their claim that the only effects will be a "sweet smell" and a small increase in truck traffic is both misleading and reckless. The reality is far more dangerous than they are letting on.

The chemicals involved in their flavor manufacturing process—synthetic chemicals that release volatile organic compounds (VOCs)—will undeniably affect the air quality in Holbrook Farms and the surrounding neighborhoods. These VOCs are not just responsible for the "sweet smell" they refer to, but also for health issues such as headaches, dizziness, respiratory problems, and irritation to the eyes, nose, and throat. Long-term exposure to these chemicals can lead to even more severe health conditions, including liver and kidney damage, neurological disorders, and a higher risk of cancers such as leukemia and lymphoma.

Even the Utah Division of Air Quality has flagged Sensapure's plant in Salt Lake City for contributing to the region’s declining air quality. It is unconscionable that such a facility would be placed near residential areas, particularly one as vulnerable as Holbrook Farms. This area is home to many young families and children, as well as residents who are elderly or have pre-existing health conditions. The proximity of Sensapure’s proposed operation to the new Primary Children’s Hospital and Liberty Hills Elementary, as well as the Utah Military Academy, makes this a public health concern that cannot be ignored.

It’s also worth noting that the Lewis Landing Industrial Building sits immediately south of the Holbrook Farms Gardens and Garden Villas subdivision. These neighborhoods were originally marketed to residents aged 55 and older, many of whom are at greater risk of the harmful effects of chemical exposure. The potential harm to their health, along with that of children and hospital patients, cannot be justified by any supposed economic benefit.

The planning commission and the city council have now been fully informed of the risks Sensapure poses to Lehi, and it is their responsibility to protect the well-being of all residents. While I understand the pressures of development and economic growth, we cannot allow this at the expense of our community’s health and safety. I urge the planning commission to reject this proposal and ensure that the health of our families, children, and seniors is prioritized above all else.

Dear Lehi City Planning Commission, 
My name is Abdulla and I live in the Holbrook farms neighborhood near Utah Military School. I am writing to express my concerns about the proposed flavor manufacturing facility near our residential area.
I am deeply concerned about the potential negative effects the facility could have on our community, health impacts that could arise from having a manufacturing facility in such close proximity to homes. Specifically, I am worried about air pollution, noise, and increased traffic. These factors could greatly diminish the quality of life in our neighborhood, which is currently a peaceful, family-oriented area.
Additionally, there are studies that show Flavor manufacturing facilities often use chemicals and industrial processes that could lead to air pollution, strong odors, which would directly affect the well-being of the residents in our community and can lead to increased health risks for nearby residents due to pollutants, which is particularly concerning for families, elderly and children on long term health impact. The potential for higher traffic volume is also worrying, especially considering the safety of pedestrians and cyclists.
Moreover, our neighborhood has been a quiet, family-friendly area for many years. The establishment of this facility could negatively impact property values and disrupt the quality of life that residents currently enjoy. This type of industrial activity does not align with the residential character of the area.
I respectfully request that the committee to consider the potential impacts of this facility and those to be thoroughly evaluated, to explore alternative locations and mitigation strategies that would minimize the impact on local residents.
There are several examples across the nation in various states, where the Flavor manufacturing companies are exclusively located primarily in Industrial zones and as far away from residential areas.
Sincerely,
Holbrook Farms Resident.

I strongly oppose this company moving here. This is not in the best interest of the nearby residents & the children in Primary Hospital.

I’m deeply concerned about the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) used in Sensapure’s flavor manufacturing process. These compounds are often synthetic chemicals, and the “sweet” smell many notice near such facilities is the result of VOCs being released into the air. The effects can be serious—immediate exposure may cause headaches, dizziness, respiratory issues, and irritation to the eyes, nose, and throat. Even more troubling, long-term exposure to VOCs has been linked to severe health risks, including potential liver and kidney damage, neurological disorders, and an increased risk of certain cancers such as leukemia and lymphoma.

Data from the Utah Division of Air Quality shows that Sensapure’s current plant in Salt Lake City contributes to air quality concerns in the area. Although regulations exist to limit the dangers, we must ask ourselves: Is it worth exposing our families and neighbors to such potential health hazards for flavor production?

As a resident of Holbrook Farms, this absolutely cannot happen. There are an overwhelming amount of children in this neighborhood, not to mention the Children’s Hospital which houses our most vulnerable children. The pollutants from this company would do so much damage to them. Not to even mention how much it would harm the value of our homes. Please put a stop to this.

Lehi’s city slogan is, “Pioneering Utah’s future.” Our children are our future! I urge the Lehi City Planning Commission to place the wellbeing of our children and Lehi citizens above that of a private corporation whose air pollutants are known to decrease air quality and may have harmful health consequences to the public and environment. The proposed factory would be right in the backyard of hundreds of homes, including my own, next to schools, churches and a Children’s Hospital, where my husband works, that not only serves our community but the whole Intermountain West region. This is a residential zoned area for a reason not an industrial zoned area. Please uphold your moral obligation to protect the health and wellbeing of your citizens by rejecting this proposal and continue to make Lehi a great place to live!

I strongly oppose the proposed move of Sensapure into the neighborhood Holbrook Farms. This likely will bring negative health results to those in the neighborhood and generally devalue the area.

I am writing to express my concerns about the proposed move of Sensapure into our beloved Hollbrock Farms neighborhood. While I understand the potential economic benefits and job creation this company might bring, I am very concerned about the negative environmental and health impacts this company would have on the neighborhood. As well as any negative economic effects on our property value. This company already has a plant in SLC and has noticeable decreased the surrounding air quality, its is also known to cause both short and long term health conditions. It is crazy to consider allowing this company in a very popular and growing community, and just down the road from the Children’s hospital. Please do not allow this to happen.

I strongly oppose relocating the Lewis Landing Heavy Commercial Facility to The Exchange due to severe health and safety risks. This facility would release volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which can cause respiratory issues, headaches, and long-term illnesses like leukemia and organ damage. Proximity to a children’s hospital makes this especially concerning for our most vulnerable residents—our kids.

The Exchange and Holbrook Farms, with their family-oriented communities, are no place for heavy commercial zoning. Increased emissions, traffic, and environmental hazards jeopardize the health and safety of all residents.

I urge local authorities to prioritize our community’s wellbeing and reject this proposal. Our families deserve a safe, healthy environment—not one polluted by toxic risks.

I strongly oppose opening Sensapure in the proposed location.

The smell, especially a sweet smell will cause health problems for community members who have built their homes and their lives here. Scents and VOC’s will cause problems for those (including myself) who suffer from migraines, respiratory problems, nausea, ect.

Scents would deter me from spending time outside in order to avoid symptom onset. They would also deter me from taking my kids to our nice new Holbrook Farms Park for fear of exposure to toxic air.

We have a new state of the art children’s hospital in our community. As a registered nurse I would hate to see Sensapure built so close where these sweet children already suffering from various ailments and conditions have to endure smells and chemicals that will exacerbate their conditions and potentially cause new ones.

A factory like this would send people fleeing from Lehi. It will surely lower property values.
Please don’t desecrate the beautiful neighborhood we have worked hard to build.

This warehouse is right down the street from a brand new state of the art hospital that kids with cancer and all sorts of horrible problems go to get treatment at. Why would they want a plant with toxic air components in the same neighborhood. Please reconsider this.

Definitely not. Companies like this are terrible for our health and environment. We cannot support them coming to Lehi. If they want to create these chemicals, they need to do it away from our children and city. This would be a catastrophe

I am writing to express my firm opposition to the proposed relocation of the Lewis Landing Heavy Commercial Facility into The Exchange. The potential impact on the health and safety of our community is both severe and unacceptable.

This facility would release volatile organic compounds (VOCs), known to cause serious health issues. Short-term exposure can lead to respiratory problems, headaches, and dizziness, while long-term exposure poses even more alarming risks, including leukemia and organ damage. Given our neighborhood's proximity to a children’s hospital, these risks are particularly concerning for our most vulnerable residents—our children.

The Exchange and Holbrook Farms, with its young families and community-oriented atmosphere, is not suited for heavy commercial zoning. It is unacceptable to force us to choose between our children's health and the economic interests of a commercial facility. The dangers associated with emissions, increased traffic, and environmental hazards are simply too great.

I urge local authorities to prioritize the wellbeing of The Exchange residents, especially the children who will suffer the most from any negative health impacts. We deserve a safe and healthy environment for our families, not one that exposes us to toxic pollutants and serious risks.

I respectfully request that you, without hesitation, reject this proposal to protect the future of our community.

This is not good! Due to the high density housing, not only traffic will be impacted more, but the health concerns that come with it would destroy this community.

One has to ask, why do they want to move to our community? We’re a residential community not an industrial one. With the risks they’re having on the Salt Lake City air quality, why are we willing to allow them to come to our community and do the same? As one resident already pointed out, with the children’s hospital we have a community that’s extra sensitive to the air quality. Why are we willingly to poison our air? Manufactures like this don’t belong so close to residential areas. Then there’s the issue of trucks in and out of the community. It’s right next to a school and church where people cross the street all the time. We already lost the promise of a grocery store in that area and were told the warehouses would not affect our community and here we are looking at chemicals in our air. Wish the city would stop catering to Boyer and listen to those of us who have to deal with the consequences.