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Public Lands Projects

Public Lands Projects

Active Projects
Master Plans
Recent Studies
Previous Plans

General Obligation (GO) Bond

In November 2022, 71% of Salt Lake City (“City”) voters voted to approve the $85 million Parks, Trails and Open Space General Obligation (GO) Bond.

General Obligation Bond

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Many current projects are linked below. If you need more information about a project happening in a park near you, please contact us for additional information at PublicLands@slcgov.com

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Strategic Capital, Acquisition, and Asset Management Plan (SCAAMP)

The Salt Lake City Public Lands Department is seeking public input to understand needs and establish priorities for future improvements to and management of parks and public lands.

Strategic Capital, Acquisition, and Asset Management Plan (SCAAMP)

Reimagine Nature Master Plan

This plan establishes an inspirational framework to guide how Public Lands will care for, grow and prioritize investments for the next 10-20 years.

Reimagine Nature Master Plan

City Cemetery Improvements

Project Status: Construction ongoing

Additional Resources

Public Lands Master Plan

This plan establishes an inspirational framework to guide how Public Lands will care for, grow and prioritize investments for the next 10-20 years.

Reimagine Nature Master Plan

Cemetery Master Plan

The three main purposes of this Master Plan are:
– Guide the preservation & management of Cemetery.
– Expand access to and enhance appropriate uses of the Cemetery as a multi-use facility.
– Address future financial sustainability of the Cemetery.

Cemetery Master Plan

Foothills System Master Plan

The Plan’s vision is to provide a variety of recreational trail and cultural experiences for diverse ages and abilities while managing the Foothills’ environmental resources for future generations.

Foothills System Master Plan

Recent Studies

Public Lands Needs Assessment
Integrated Pest Management Plan
Parks, Open Space and Trail Signage Guidelines

Previous Plans

2001 Parks and Recreation Action Plan
1992 Open Space Plan
Design Guidelines Part 1
Design Guidelines for
Historic Landscapes in Salt Lake City (Pt. 1)
Design Guidelines for Historic Landscapes in Salt Lake City (Pt. 2)
Design Guidelines for
Historic Landscapes in Salt Lake City (Pt. 3)