On Tuesday, April 15, the Council allocated nearly $7.8 million in federal grants that help local nonprofits provide essential community services. Each year, Salt Lake City distributes U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) grants to projects and programs that address essential community needs, such as affordable housing, homelessness services, and rental assistance. […]
Sports, Entertainment, Culture and Convention District
On Tuesday, April 8, the Council approved the Convention Center Public Infrastructure District. The district is a new state-mandated financing tool to fund upgrades to key downtown venues, including the Salt Palace and the Delta Center. […]
Text Amendment for New Gas Stations Located Near Waters Sources and Parks
The Council recently approved zoning changes that require new gas stations to be a certain distance from a river, stream, or other water body, as well as parks or open space areas over a certain size. The purpose of these changes is to preserve and protect water sources and open space areas. […]
Salt Lake City Council Compensation Considerations & Options
On January 7, the Council adopted an ordinance approving a stipend for Council Members in leadership roles. The Council held discussions about compensation adjustment options during its meetings Tuesday, Aug. 27 Sept. 10, November 12, and December 10. […]
Jordan River Fairpark District
The Council recently adopted an ordinance creating the Jordan River Fairpark (JRF) Zoning District, which will cover approximately 93 acres at 1500 W North Temple. This zoning change aims to facilitate the development of the Power District. […]
754 S. State St Rezone (former Sears site)
The Council has approved a proposal to rezone 10 parcels at approximately 754 S State Street. With this approval, the property owner, Intermountain Health, intends to redevelop the property and build a hospital. [[…]
Capital Improvement Program
The Council allocated $58.1 million of Fiscal Year 2024-25 (FY25) Capital Improvement Program (CIP) funding to 43 citywide projects. Access an interactive map of the projects that received funding and learn more about CIP […]
Proposal to allow Single-Family Attached Dwellings in select Commercial Zones
The Council is reviewing a proposal to allow single-family attached dwellings in commercial zoning districts of the city that already allow multifamily housing. If approved, this type of housing would be allowed in the following zoning districts: […]
Foothills Plan Evaluation and Recommendations Report
The Salt Lake City Department of Public Lands developed the 2020 Foothills Trail System Plan (“the Plan”) to create a managed trail network that balances environmental protection with recreational use. […]
Ballpark Station Area Rezones
The Council recently voted to rezone properties within the boundaries of the Ballpark Station Area Plan. […]