Fire Station No.7: Tennis and Pickleball Restoration
Project Description
This project will fund the construction of four pickleball courts and other amenities at the Fire Station No. 7 Tennis Park on 300 North (west of 1000 West). This space currently has two tennis courts that are in need of repairs. After looking into the needs of the community, it was decided to replace these tennis courts with pickleball courts. This new layout also allows the neighboring community garden to expand. This project would also add associated amenities on site such as court lighting, drinking fountains, and ADA access. Public Lands is funding the design of the courts which will be completed in 2026.
Project Details
Project Location
273 North 1000 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Project Manager
Drew Badgett
Project Status
Design Review Process
Project benefits
Meets community interests – The Addition of pickleball courts meets the demand for the city, particularly on the Westside since there are few dedicated pickleball courts.
Increased Accessibility – ADA accessibility will be added to the park to make the park more accessible and enjoyable.
Increased Recreation Activity – The addition of the pickleball courts will provide more recreation opportunities that better promote healthy lifestyles.
Reduces inequities – The courts and the addition of amenities will minimize westside residents travel to the east side for recreational opportunties.
Prior Engagement
Poplar Grove Sportcourts Survey
A survey was conducted in the summer of 2022 that helped to understand how to rebuild the courts and the community’s desires. There were 304 submissions and results showed that there is strong support to have more pickleball courts in the community. Survey responses also indicated they would like lights installed at the park to increase safety.
Fire Station No. 7 Site Plan
