The Council approved a proposal to add land along 2200 West in the Northpoint area to Salt Lake City. The Lieutenant Governor’s Office also approved the proposal, officially incorporating the land into Salt Lake City and helping create a more unified city boundary. The Council also approved the land’s zoning designation to guide its future development. […]
Commercial & Mixed-Use Zoning District Consolidation
The Council approved combining 26 existing commercial, form-based, and mixed-use zoning districts into six new mixed-use (MU) districts. The new districts aim to simplify zoning regulations, improve clarity of language, promote good design, and streamline land use processes. […]
FY2025-26 City Budget
The Council-approved Fiscal Year 2025-26 (FY26) City Budget started July 1, 2025, and ends June 30, 2026. Changes or adjustments to the adopted budget go through the budget amendment process. Amendments can happen several times yearly and include proposed project additions and modifications. […]
FY26 Federal Grants Funding Allocations
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. […]
FY2024-25 City Budget
The Council-approved Fiscal Year 2024-25 (FY25) City Budget started July 1, 2024, and ends June 30, 2025. Changes or adjustments to the adopted budget go through the budget amendment process. Amendments can happen several times yearly and include proposed project additions and modifications. […]
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. [[…]