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. [...]

The Council is considering compensation changes for Council Members. The City Council is tentatively scheduled to hold a follow-up discussion about Council Member compensation at its Tuesday, Sept. 10, 3 p.m. work session meeting. The discussion is anticipated to begin at approximately 5 p.m. [...]

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. [...]

On Oct. 1, the City Council voted to approve the proposed Sports, Entertainment, Culture, and Convention (SECC) District around the Delta Center and a 0.5% citywide sales tax increase to help fund the project, including remodeling the Delta Center to meet National Hockey League standards. [...]

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. [[...]

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 [...]

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:  [...]

The Council-approved Fiscal Year 2023-24 (FY24) City Budget starts July 1, 2023, and ends June 30, 2024. 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. [...]

The Council recently voted to rezone properties within the boundaries of the Ballpark Station Area Plan. [...]

The Council recently approved a resolution allowing the Metropolitan Water District of Salt Lake City & Sandy (the District) to raise its portion of property taxes. The tax increase was considered necessary to keep up critical water infrastructure that treats and delivers water to residents. [...]

The Council recently adopted Connect SLC, the Citywide transportation Plan. The Plan sets a 20-year vision for transportation in Salt Lake City. It identifies goals, long-term policies, and actions to guide transportation decisions citywide over the coming decades. If approved, it will replace the existing Transportation Master Plan adopted in 1996. [...]

Every year, the City receives money from the federal government for projects and programs to address vital community needs such as affordable housing, homeless services, rental assistance, and more. [...]