Community Reinvestment Agency (C.R.A.) Project Areas
Redevelopment agencies are a tool used by local governments to implement community development goals. Redevelopment projects are designed to spur additional growth, [...]
District 5 extends from Interstate 15 to 1300 East, with some exceptions, and from 2100 South to 800 South. It’s home to turn-of-the-century neighborhoods and a community feel, with tree-lined streets, community ballparks, and dog parks. Liberty Park, a recreational jewel of the City, provides myriad opportunities for outdoor play and relaxation. At 80 acres, it’s a gathering place for thousands of families year-round.
District 5 is also home to the 9th & 9th business district, which is as eclectic as it is walkable. Featuring local businesses, restaurants, boutiques, and summer street fairs, it’s a daily stop for many District Five residents and a big draw for non-residents as well.
Tour the District
Ballpark Neighborhood
The Ballpark neighborhood is generally located between 900 South and 2100 South from Interstate 15 to State Street. A mixture of residential, major commercial and manufacturing uses characterize the area. The north / south TRAX line runs through the neighborhood along the existing railroad line at approximately 200 West. [...]
Central Ninth Neighborhood
The Central Ninth neighborhood has the rare quality of being simultaneously quaint and connected. Defined by front porches and single-family dwellings on tree-lined streets and a diverse array of restaurants, Central Ninth is also the home to many locally-owned service providers and small manufacturers. [...]
East Liberty Park Neighborhood
The East Liberty Park neighborhood is located between 900 South and 1300 South from 700 East to 1100 East. The neighborhood was one of the first streetcar suburbs in the Big Field Survey area. [...]
Liberty Wells Neighborhood
The beautiful, walkable neighborhood of Liberty Wells was established in the 1890s as part of the Mormon Pioneer’s “Big Field” project. In the 1850s, the area from 900 South to 2700 South was called ‘Big Field.’ [...]
Area Parks
Salt Lake City has a history of caring for and stewarding parks dating back to the dedication of the first major public park in the City, Liberty Park, in 1882. It stands as an example of a public park that serves a multitude of uses while preserving urban green space. [...]
Area Schools
The Salt Lake City School District’s primary goal is to provide every student with equitable access to high quality and culturally relevant instruction, curriculum, support, and other educational resources to ensure college and career readiness. [...]
Liberty Park
Liberty Park, located between 900 and 1300 South and 500 and 700 East, is the oldest and most prominent park in Utah. Since its beginning in 1882, Liberty Park has been a favorite open space retreat for thousands of people who have enjoyed its beautiful trees, shrubs and clean mountain air. [...]
Tower Theater
Tower Theater is equal part charm and history. As the oldest operating theater in Salt Lake City, it has seen changes in facade, ownership and equipment since its 1921 inception. [...]
Tracy Aviary
As the largest and oldest of only two free-standing aviaries in the nation and accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, Tracy Aviary has grown and evolved over their 80 year history to become a cultural landmark, public garden, and leader in environmental education and conservation. [...]
Liberty Wells Community Garden
Community gardens help improve and beautify our communities while growing healthy, organic, local food. District 5 is home to the Liberty Wells Community Garden. [...]
9th & 9th Business District
The 900 East 900 South neighborhood and business district, also called 9th & 9th, is often referred to as one of the best kept secrets of Salt Lake City. Hip and funky, foodie and recreational, the area has some of the best restaurants and outdoor art in the city. [...]