Local Historic Districts are designated by the City to protect and maintain the historic character of neighborhoods. Any property that is located in a local historic district or is a locally designated landmark site requires planning approval when making exterior changes to the property.

The Public Lands Department funded a Cultural Landscape Report (CLR) for Pioneer Park, the first document of this type for the City. Pioneer Park is significant to both Salt Lake City’s founding and the diverse community members who have enjoyed the park since its creation. Pioneer Park is listed on the Local and National Registers of […]

Hello Salt Lake City Residents!   Unpainted historic masonry (brick, sandstone, limestone, terracotta, and adobe) should remain unpainted! This is because painting historic masonry can severely damage the structural integrity of the masonry unit. Painting can often trap moisture which can lead to extensive damage. It is also important to know that unpainted masonry buildings […]