Proposed Project Overview
The Mayor has initiated a petition for a zoning map and text amendment for city-owned property that includes the Ballpark (formerly Smith’s Ballpark) at 1300 South and West Temple, along with the surrounding city-owned land. The intent of this amendment is to establish zoning regulations that align with the Ballpark NEXT Community Design Plan, which was completed by the Community Reinvestment Agency and adopted by the City Council.
The Zoning Map Amendment would rezone eight parcels from PL (Public Lands) and RMF-35 (Moderate Density Residential Multi-Family) to MU-11 (Mixed Use 11) with a height allowance for buildings on the south side of 1300 South up to 150 feet, or a new, MU-15 (Mixed Use 15) zoning district.
Rendering of the Ballpark Site – Ballpark Next Community Design Plan
Review Project Materials
What is the Role of the Planning Staff in this Process?
Planning Staff processes the application, communicates with the applicant to understand the project, and seeks input from the community.
Next Steps
Notice of this application has been sent to the Chairs of the Ballpark Community Council and Midtown Business District. The properties are within the boundaries of both organizations. They may choose to schedule the matter at an upcoming meeting. Please contact the chair(s) of these organizations to determine whether a community council will review this petition and when and how that meeting will occur. The contact information for these groups is as follows:
- Ballpark Community Council Chair: Amy J Hawkins, [email protected]
- Midtown Business District Chair: Jen Ungvivhian, [email protected]
Public Comment Period: December 19, 2025 – February 2, 2026
Notice has also been sent to property owners and residents within 300 feet of the project to obtain public input and comments on the proposal. Notified parties are given a 45-day period to respond before a public hearing with the Planning Commission can be scheduled.
During and following this comment period, the Planning Division will evaluate the proposal against the applicable standards, taking into consideration public comments as they relate to the standards, and develop a recommendation for the Planning Commission.
Public Hearings & Final Decisions
The Planning Commission will then hold a public hearing to gather additional comments and make a recommendation to the City Council, which will hold a final public hearing before making a final decision.
Petition Details
Project Location:
Approximately 55 W Paxton, 77 W 1300 S, 1355 S West Temple, 1357 S West Temple, 1356 S Main St, 1381 S West Temple, 1395 S West Temple, and 1397 S West Temple
Application Type:
Zoning Map Amendment and Text Amendment
Petition Number:
PLNPCM2025-01089
Council District:
D5, represented by Darin Mano
Submit a Comment
To submit a comment or question contact the staff planner via email or leave a voicemail. Responses will be provided within one week after the comment period closes.
Comment Period:
December 19, 2025 – February 2, 2026
Contact Info:
Sara Javoronok, Senior Planner
[email protected]
(801) 535-7625
David Stuenzi, Principal Planner
[email protected]
(801) 535-6135