(RICHFIELD) – The Sevier County Planning Commission held a public hearing Wednesday night concerning who can appeal a Commission decision on a land use issue, the elimination of Overlay Zones in Planned Unit Development’s and gated communities in forest zones. After taking public comments, Planning members voted unanimously to not exclude anyone in any appeal who has a significant interest in a land use issue. Planners also voted unanimously to eliminate the PUD Overlay Zones for which their was no specific application. Zoning Administrator Larry Hanson said the purpose of the elimination is to give county officials the final say up to the end of the application process. Planning members also voted unanimously to amend the county subdivision ordinance to allow for “Restricted Access Roadways” or “Gated Communities” in forest zones. Hanson said amending the ordinance gives authorities greater access through locked gates in forest zones.