The Salt Lake City Board of Appeals and Examiners is housed in the Department of Community and Neighborhoods, Building Services and Civil Enforcement Division. The Board reviews and directs matters concerning building construction, housing, abatement codes and and technical disciplines therein, and interprets technical regulations.
Contact Information
Heather Gilcrease
Business Systems Analyst
Bylaws and Governing Documents
Vacancies
There are currently no (0) vacancies on the Board of Appeals & Examiners. Please see below for upcoming term expiration/vacancy dates.
If you are interested in serving on this board, please fill out and submit an application online. Only applications submitted up to one year prior to a vacancy date will be considered. The Mayor’s office will only contact applicants when considering them for specific appointments.
Meeting Information
Meet as needed
City and County Building, 451 S State, Salt Lake City
Member Qualifications
Five members, with one LEED accredited professional, hold office for five years on the Board of Appeals and Examiners. The members are appointed by Mayor Erin Mendenhall and confirmed by the City Council. The chairman and vice chair for the board are elected by the members each year. Members with experience and enthusiasm for matters pertaining to building construction and housing are preferred.
Residency Requirements: Appointees must be city residents.
Powers and Duties
The Board resolves appeals pertaining to building construction, housing, and abatement codes that may contain errors regarding judgment and purpose made by an administrative official. The board may also recommend and advocate new ordinances to the City Council as appropriate.
Current Members
| # | Member | Council District | Serving Since | Term Expires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beverly Langue | 3 | 2017 | Nov 2027 |
| 2 | James Bell | 2022 | May 2027 | |
| 3 | Larry Suggars | 2022 | May 2027 | |
| 4 | George Reid | 2022 | May 2027 | |
| 5 | Paul Hayward | 2022 | May 2027 |