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AGENDA
FORMAL MEETING
February 2,2021 Tuesday 7:00 PM
This meeting will be an electronic meeting pursuant to the Salt Lake City
Emergency Proclamation.
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CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Amy Fowler,Chair
District 7
James Rogers,Vice Chair
District 1
Andrew Johnston
District 2
Chris Wharton
District 3
Ana Valdemoros
District 4
Darin Mano
District 5
Dan Dugan
District 6
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This meeting will be an electronic meeting pursuant to the Chair’s determination
that conducting the City Council meeting at a physical location presents a
substantial risk to the health and safety of those who may be present at the anchor
location.
The Salt Lake City Council Chair has determined that conducting a meeting at an anchor
location under the current state of public health emergency constitutes a substantial risk to the
health and safety of those who may attend in person.For these reasons,the Council Meeting
will not have a physical location at the City and County Building and all attendees will connect
remotely.
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Based on feedback we have received,we will be going back to our regular Formal Meeting
format.Public hearings will be heard in the order on the agenda followed by a general comment
session later in the meeting.
Please note:Dates not identified in the FYI -Project Timeline are either not applicable or not yet
determined.
WELCOME AND PUBLIC MEETING RULES
A.OPENING CEREMONY:
1.Council Member Amy Fowler will conduct the formal meetings.
2.Pledge of Allegiance.
3.Welcome and Public Meeting Rules.
B.PUBLIC HEARINGS:
NONE.
C.POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS:
NONE.
D.COMMENTS:
1.Questions to the Mayor from the City Council.
2.Comments to the City Council.(Comments are taken on any item not scheduled
for a public hearing,as well as on any other City business.Comments are limited
to two minutes.)
E.NEW BUSINESS:
1.Motion:Meeting Remotely Without an Anchor Location
The Council will consider a motion to ratify the determination that the Council will
continue to meet remotely and without an anchor location under HB5002.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -n/a
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,July 7,2020;Tuesday,August 11,2020;
Tuesday,September 1,2020;Tuesday,October 6,2020;Wednesday,October 28,
2020;Tuesday,November 17,2020;Tuesday,December 8,2020;Tuesday,
January 5,2021;and Tuesday,February 2,2021
Staff Recommendation -Refer to motion sheet(s).
2.Resolution:Local Emergency Declaration Extension –COVID-19
The Council will consider adopting a resolution that would extend the Mayor’s
March 10,2020 proclamation declaring a local emergency relating to COVID-19
(coronavirus).The Council’s most recent extension of the local emergency relating
to COVID-19 terminates February 3,2021.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -n/a
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Staff Recommendation -Refer to motion sheet(s).
3.Resolution:Local Emergency Declaration Extension –Magnitude 5.7
Earthquake
The Council will consider adopting a resolution that would extend the Mayor’s
March 18,2020 proclamation declaring a local emergency relating to a magnitude
5.7 earthquake.The Council’s most recent extension of the local emergency
relating to the earthquake terminates February 3,2021.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -n/a
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Staff Recommendation -Refer to motion sheet(s).
4.Resolution:Local Emergency Declaration Extension –Windstorm
The Council will consider adopting a resolution that would extend the Mayor’s
September 8,2020 proclamation declaring a local emergency relating to the
windstorm.The Council’s most recent extension of the local emergency relating to
the windstorm terminates February 3,2021.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -n/a
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Staff Recommendation -Refer to motion sheet(s).
F.UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
NONE.
G.CONSENT:
1.Ordinance*:Zoning Amendments at Lincoln Street and 200 South
The Council will set the date of Tuesday,March 2,2021 at 7 p.m.to accept public
comment and consider adopting an ordinance that would amend the zoning map
and Central Community Master Plan for properties located at 159 South Lincoln
Street,949 East,955 East,959 East and 963 East 200 South.The requested rezone
would change the properties from R-2 (Single and Two-Family Residential)to
RMF-35 (Moderate Density Multi-Family Residential)zoning district.The Master
Plan amendment would change the properties from Low Density Residential to
Medium Density Residential.The proposal would allow the applicant more
flexibility to develop future multi-family residential housing than what is currently
allowed.Consideration may be given to rezoning the property to another zoning
district with similar characteristics.Other sections of Title 21A –Zoning may also
be amended as part of this petition.Petition No.:PLNPCM2019-00683 and
PLNPCM2019-00684
*The Planning Commission forwarded a negative recommendation,therefore an
ordinance has not been drafted.If the Council decides to approve the zone
amendment,an ordinance would be drafted and considered for approval.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,March 2,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,March 16,2021
Staff Recommendation -Set date.
2.Ordinance:Rezone at 1301 and 1321 South State Street
The Council will set the date of Tuesday,March 2,2021 at 7 p.m.to accept public
comment and consider adopting an ordinance to rezone the properties at 1301 and
1321 South State Street.The proposal would change the properties from CC
(Corridor Commercial)to FB-UN2 (Form Base Urban Neighborhood 2)and
amend the table of the zoning ordinance to include additional land area eligible
for additional building height.The applicant requested the rezone because the FB-
UN2 zoning district better aligns with potential use of the corner lot and potential
for a new mixed-use building,which would replace existing buildings on the
parcels.Consideration may be given to rezoning the property to another zoning
district with similar characteristics.Other sections of Title 21A –Zoning may also
be amended as part of this petition.Petition No.:PLNPCM2020-00328
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,March 2,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,March 16,2021
Staff Recommendation -Set date.
3.Ordinance:Zoning Amendments at Approximately 2903 South
Highland Drive
The Council will set the date of Tuesday,March 2,2021 at 7 p.m.to accept public
comment and consider adopting an ordinance that would amend the Sugar House
Master Plan and Zoning Map for property at 2903 South Highland Drive.The
property is currently “split zoned.”The applicant is requesting the eastern portion
of the property be changed from Low Density Residential to Low Intensity –
Mixed Use in the Sugar House Master Plan.The applicant is also requesting a
zoning change on the eastern portion of the property from the current R-1-7000
(Single-Family Residential)to CB (Community Business)in order to match zoning
on the western portion.If approved,the changes would allow for potential future
development of the site.Consideration may be given to rezoning the property to
another zoning district with similar characteristics.Other sections of Title 21A –
Zoning may also be amended as part of this petition.
Petition No.:PLNPCM2020-00053/00054
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Hold hearing to accept public comment -Tuesday,March 2,2021 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,March 16,2021
Staff Recommendation -Set date.
4.Grant Holding Account Items (Batch No.4)Associated with BAM No.7
for Fiscal Year 2020-21
The Council will consider approving Grant Holding Account Items (Batch No.4)
for Fiscal Year 2020-21 Associated with Budget Amendment No.7.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -n/a
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Staff Recommendation -Approve.
5.Board Appointment:Bicycle Advisory Committee –Rachel Manko
The Council will consider approving the appointment of Rachel Manko to the
Bicycle Advisory Committee for a term ending February 2,2024.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Staff Recommendation -Approve.
6.Board Reappointment:Business Advisory Board –Derek Deitsch
The Council will consider the reappointment of Derek Deitsch to the Business
Advisory Board as an ex-officio member with a term ending December 27,2021.
FYI –Project Timeline:(subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing -n/a
Set Public Hearing Date -n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment -n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action -Tuesday,February 2,2021
Staff Recommendation -Approve.
H.ADJOURNMENT:
CERTIFICATE OF POSTING
On or before 5:00 p.m.on _____________________,the undersigned,duly appointed City
Recorder,does hereby certify that the above notice and agenda was (1)posted on the Utah Public
Notice Website created under Utah Code Section 63F-1-701,and (2)a copy of the foregoing provided
to The Salt Lake Tribune and/or the Deseret News and to a local media correspondent and any
others who have indicated interest.
CINDY LOU TRISHMAN
SALT LAKE CITY RECORDER
Final action may be taken in relation to any topic listed on the agenda,including but
not limited to adoption,rejection,amendment,addition of conditions and variations
of options discussed.
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February 2, 2021
As Salt Lake City Council Chair, we hereby determine that conducting the Salt
Lake City Council meeting at an anchor location presents a substantial risk to the
health and safety of those who may be present at the anchor location. The World
Health Organization, the President of the United States, the Governor of Utah, the
Salt Lake County Health Department, Salt Lake County Mayor, and the Mayor of
Salt Lake City have all recognized a global pandemic exists related to the new strain
of the coronavirus, SARS- CoV-2.
Due to the state of emergency caused by the global pandemic, I find that
conducting a meeting at an anchor location under the current state of public health
emergency constitutes a substantial risk to the health and safety of those who may
be present at the location.
Sincerely,
Amy Fowler
Chair, Salt Lake City Council
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TO:City Council Members
FROM: Jennifer Bruno
Deputy Director
DATE:February 2, 2021
Item E2
MOTION SHEET
CITY COUNCIL of SALT LAKE CITY
RE: Resolution extending a proclamation declaring a local emergency – COVID-19
MOTION 1 –EXTEND A LOCAL EMERGENCY PROCLAMATION
I move that the Council adopt a resolution extending a proclamation declaring a local emergency relating to
the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic, until May 5, 2021.
OR
MOTION 2 – DECLINE TO EXTEND A LOCAL EMERGENCY PROCLAMATION
I move that the Council not adopt a resolution extending a proclamation declaring a local emergency relating
to the COVID-19 pandemic.
CITY COUNCIL OF SALT LAKE CITY
451 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 304
P.O. BOX 145476, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH 84114-5476
SLCCOUNCIL.COM
TEL 801-535-7600 FAX 801-535-7651
RESOLUTION NO. ____ OF 2021
Extension of Proclamation Declaring a Local Emergency: COVID-19
WHEREAS, under Utah Code 53-2a-208(1)(a), the chief executive of a municipality may
declare a local emergency by proclamation, which proclamation may be in effect for up to 30 days.
WHEREAS, under Utah Code 53-2a-208(1)(b), any extension of the local emergency
beyond the initial 30 days must be with the consent of the governing body of the municipality.
WHEREAS, under Salt Lake City Code 22.03.010, the Mayor may declare a local
emergency by proclamation, and the proclamation must state: (i) the nature of the local emergency;
(ii) the areas of the City that are affected or threatened; and (iii) the conditions which cause d the
local emergency.
WHEREAS, under Salt Lake City Code 22.03.020, any renewal of a proclamation of local
emergency for a period beyond 30 days must be approved by the City Council, with such approval
expressed by resolution.
WHEREAS, on March 10, 2020, the Mayor issued a “Proclamation Declaring a Local
Emergency” in response to the global outbreak of COVID-19 (“Proclamation No. 1 of 2020”),
which would expire under Utah Code and City Code on April 9, 2020.
WHEREAS, on April 7, 2020, pursuant to Resolution No. R-20-5, the City Council
extended the duration of the COVID-19 local emergency to May 7, 2020, and on May 5, 2020, the
City Council again extended the duration of the COVID-19 local emergency to June 6, 2020, again
to July 10, 2020, again to August 14, 2020, again to December 9, 2020 and again to February 3,
2021.
WHEREAS, the COVID-19 outbreak continues nationwide and in Salt Lake City, and the
City Council has determined that extending the duration of the local emergency for an additional
30 days is in the best interest of the health, safety, and welfare of Salt Lake City’s residents.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, the
following:
1. The Council approves the extension of Proclamation No. 1 of 2020 declaring a local
emergency due to the outbreak of COVID-19, which extension shall be from the date of this
Resolution until May 5, 2021, unless later extended or terminated by subsequent resolution of the
Council.
2. The Council reiterates that prior to the issuance of any proclamation exercising
emergency powers under City Code 22.03.030, the Mayor shall provide written notification to the
Council of: (a) the specific powers the Mayor intends to exercise; (b) the justification for exercising
such powers in connection with the local emergency; and (c) the anticipated effect of the exercise
of such powers, including the anticipated cost or lost revenue to the City.
3. At any Council meeting while the local emergency is still in effect, the Council may
seek additional information from the Mayor, including the actual effect of the exercise of any
emergency powers and the actual costs or lost revenue to the City due to such exercise of powers.
4. This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon passage.
Passed by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah this 2nd day of February, 2021.
SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL
___________________________________
Amy Wharton, Chair
ATTEST AND COUNTERSIGN:
________________________
Cindy Lou Trishman, City Recorder
Approved as to form:
Salt Lake City Attorney’s Office
__________________________
Katherine Lewis, City Attorney
Katherine Lewis (Jan 28, 2021 12:55 MST)
Item E3
CITY COUNCIL OF SALT LAKE CITY
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SLCCOUNCIL.COM
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MOTION SHEET
CITY COUNCIL of SALT LAKE CITY
TO:City Council Members
FROM: Jennifer Bruno
Deputy Director
DATE:February 2, 2021
RE:Resolution extending a proclamation declaring a local emergency - Earthquake
MOTION 1 – EXTEND A LOCAL EMERGENCY PROCLAMATION
I move that the Council adopt a resolution extending a proclamation declaring a local emergency relating to a
magnitude 5.7 earthquake, until May 5, 2021.
MOTION 2 – DECLINE TO EXTEND A LOCAL EMERGENCY PROCLAMATION
I move that the Council not adopt a resolution extending a proclamation declaring a local emergency relating to
a magnitude 5.7 earthquake.
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RESOLUTION NO. ____ OF 2021
Extension of Proclamation Declaring a Local Emergency: Magnitude 5.7 Earthquake
WHEREAS, under Utah Code 53-2a-208(1)(a), the chief executive of a municipality may
declare a local emergency by proclamation, which proclamation may be in effect for up to 30 days.
WHEREAS, under Utah Code 53-2a-208(1)(b), any extension of the local emergency
beyond the initial 30 days must be with the consent of the governing body of the municipality.
WHEREAS, under Salt Lake City Code 22.03.010, the Mayor may declare a local
emergency by proclamation, and the proclamation must state: (i) the nature of the local emergency;
(ii) the areas of the City that are affected or threatened; and (iii) the conditions which cause d the
local emergency.
WHEREAS, under Salt Lake City Code 22.03.020, any renewal of a proclamation of local
emergency for a period beyond 30 days must be approved by the City Council, with such approval
expressed by resolution.
WHEREAS, on March 18, 2020, the Mayor issued a “Proclamation Declaring a Local
Emergency” in response to a magnitude 5.7 earthquake experienced in the Salt Lake Valley on
March 18, 2020 (“Proclamation No. 3 of 2020”), which was extended by the Council to expire on
July 6, 2020, again extended to October 9, 2020, and again extended to December 9, 2020, and
again extended to February 3, 2021.
WHEREAS, aftershocks and incoming property damage assessments continue in Salt Lake
City, and the City Council has determined that extending the duration of the local emergency is in
the best interest of the health, safety, and welfare of Salt Lake City’s residents.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, the
following:
1. The Council approves the extension of Proclamation No. 3 of 2020 declaring a local
emergency due to the magnitude 5.7 earthquake, which extension shall be from the date of this
Resolution until May 5, 2021, unless later extended or terminated by subsequent resolution of the
Council.
2. Prior to the issuance of any proclamation exercising emergency powers under City
Code 22.03.030, the Mayor shall provide written notification to the Council of: (a) the specific
powers the Mayor intends to exercise; (b) the justification for exercising such powers in connection
with the local emergency; and (c) the anticipated effect of the exercise of such powers, including
the anticipated cost or lost revenue to the City.
3. At any Council meeting while the local emergency is still in effect, the Council may
seek additional information from the Mayor, including the actual effect of the exercise of any
emergency powers and the actual costs or lost revenue to the City due to such exercise of powers.
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4. This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon passage.
Passed by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah this 2nd day of February, 2021.
SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL
___________________________________
Amy Fowler, Chair
ATTEST AND COUNTERSIGN:
________________________
Cindy Lou Trishman, City Recorder
Approved as to form:
Salt Lake City Attorney’s Office
__________________________
Katherine Lewis, City Attorney
Katherine Lewis (Jan 28, 2021 12:58 MST)
Item E4
CITY COUNCIL OF SALT LAKE CITY
451 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 304
P.O. BOX 145476, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH 84114-5476
SLCCOUNCIL.COM
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MOTION SHEET
CITY COUNCIL of SALT LAKE CITY
TO:City Council Members
FROM: Jennifer Bruno
Deputy Director
DATE:February 2, 2021
RE:Resolution extending a proclamation declaring a local emergency: Windstorm
MOTION 1 – EXTEND A LOCAL EMERGENCY PROCLAMATION
I move that the Council adopt a resolution extending a proclamation declaring a local emergency relating to the
Windstorm until May 5, 2021.
MOTION 2 – DECLINE TO EXTEND A LOCAL EMERGENCY PROCLAMATION
I move that the Council not adopt a resolution extending a proclamation declaring a local emergency relating to
the Windstorm.
RESOLUTION NO. ____ OF 2021
Extension of Proclamation Declaring a Local Emergency: Windstorm
WHEREAS, under Utah Code 53-2a-208(1)(a), the chief executive of a municipality may
declare a local emergency by proclamation, which proclamation may be in effect for up to 30 days.
WHEREAS, under Utah Code 53-2a-208(1)(b), any extension of the local emergency
beyond the initial 30 days must be with the consent of the governing body of the municipality.
WHEREAS, under Salt Lake City Code 22.03.010, the Mayor may declare a local
emergency by proclamation, and the proclamation must state: (i) the nature of the local emergency;
(ii) the areas of the City that are affected or threatened; and (iii) the conditions which cause d the
local emergency.
WHEREAS, under Salt Lake City Code 22.03.020, any renewal of a proclamation of local
emergency for a period beyond 30 days must be approved by the City Council, with such approval
expressed by resolution.
WHEREAS, on September 8, 2020, the Mayor issued a “Proclamation Declaring a Local
Emergency” in response to hurricane-force winds that caused trees to fall throughout the City,
causing property damage, power-outages and street and business closures (“Proclamation No. 15
of 2020”)
WHEREAS, Proclamation No. 15 of 2020 was set to expire under Utah Code and City
Code on October 8, 2020, was extended to December 9, 2020, and was extended to February 3,
2021.
WHEREAS, incoming property damage assessments related to the windstorm continue in
Salt Lake City, and the City Council has determined that extending the duration of the local
emergency is in the best interest of the health, safety, and welfare of Salt Lake City’s residents.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, the
following:
1. The Council approves the extension of Proclamation No. 15 of 2020 declaring a
local emergency due to the hurricane-force windstorm, which extension shall be from the date of
this Resolution until May 5, 2021, unless later extended or terminated by subsequent resolution of
the Council.
2. Prior to the issuance of any proclamation exercising emergency powers under City
Code 22.03.030, the Mayor shall provide written notification to the Council of: (a) the specific
powers the Mayor intends to exercise; (b) the justification for exercising such powers in connection
with the local emergency; and (c) the anticipated effect of the exercise of such powers, including
the anticipated cost or lost revenue to the City.
3. At any Council meeting while the local emergency is still in effect, the Council may
seek additional information from the Mayor, including the actual effect of the exercise of any
emergency powers and the actual costs or lost revenue to the City due to such exercise of powers.
4. This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon passage.
Passed by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah this 2nd day of February, 2021.
SALT LAKE CITY COUNCIL
___________________________________
Amy Fowler, Chair
ATTEST AND COUNTERSIGN:
________________________
Cindy Lou Trishman, City Recorder
Approved as to form:
Salt Lake City Attorney’s Office
__________________________
Katherine Lewis, City Attorney
Katherine Lewis (Jan 28, 2021 13:00 MST)
CITY COUNCIL OF SALT LAKE CITY
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COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
CITY COUNCIL of SALT LAKE CITY
TO:City Council Members
FROM:Brian Fullmer
Policy Analyst
DATE:February 2, 2021
RE: Zoning Map and Master Plan Amendments for properties at
159 South Lincoln Street, 949 East, 955 East 959 East, and 963 East 200 South
PLNPCM2019-00683 and PLNPCM2019-00684
The Council will be briefed about a proposal to amend the zoning map and Central Community Master
Plan future land use map for properties located at 159 South Lincoln Street, 949 East, 955 East, 959 East,
and 963 East 200 South from the current R-2 (Single and Two-Family Residential) to RMF-35 (Moderate
Density Multi-Family Residential) zoning. The master plan amendment request is to change from Low
Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for the parcels. The property owners are requesting
these changes to allow more flexibility to develop future multi-family housing with greater density and
height than currently allowed on the parcels under existing zoning.
The subject parcels are within the Central City National Historic District (NHD) (Bryant Neighborhood).
Structures on subject parcels fronting 200 South are considered contributing to the NHD. The structure at
159 South Lincoln Street is not considered contributing to the Historic District. Though several of the
subject parcels are considered contributing to the NHD, there are not any City preservation regulations.
NHDs are incentive based historic districts that grant financial incentives to property owners for
restoration or rehabilitation of historic structures.
A total of nine dwelling units are recognized by Salt Lake City within the five subject properties:
1. 159 South Lincoln Street is recognized as a single-family dwelling
2. 949 East 200 South is recognized as a duplex
3. 955 East 200 South is recognized as a triplex
4. 959 East 200 South is recognized as a single-family dwelling
5. 963 East 200 South is recognized as a duplex
Item Schedule:
Briefing: February 2, 2021
Set Date: February 2, 2021
Public Hearing: March 2, 2021
Potential Action: March 16, 2021
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Images of the subject parcels are found on pages 23-36 of the Administration’s transmittal.
The East Central North neighborhood (between 700 East and University Street from South Temple to 900
South) includes a mix of land uses. Surrounding properties are single-family residential, low scale multi-
family residential and moderate scale multi-family residential. The Central Community Master Plan
designated the subject properties as Low Density Residential to preserve existing low-density residential
uses and residential character of this neighborhood. More intense land uses are generally located closer to
700 East while smaller scale and less intense residential uses are farther east toward 1000 East.
Planning staff recommended and the Planning Commission forwarded a unanimous negative
recommendation to the City Council for the proposed zoning map and master plan amendments. Because
the Planning Commission recommended denial of the petitions an ordinance has not been provided. If the
City Council approves the zoning change and master plan amendments, an ordinance will be requested
from the Attorney’s Office for Council approval.
Aerial image showing location of the subject properties
Goal of the briefing: Review the proposed zoning map and master plan amendments, determine if the
Council supports the Planning Commission’s negative recommendation.
POLICY QUESTIONS
1.The Council may wish to ask what changes, if any, were made as a result of the public process
since the February 12, 2020 Planning Commission meeting.
2.Rezoning these properties to RMF-35 will substantially increase the value and allow the
applicant to put more housing units on these parcels. The Council may wish to ask if any
affordable units are included in the proposed development and at what percentage of AMI.
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3.Recently the Council has had policy discussions about the impacts to naturally occurring
affordable housing units when properties are rezoned in order to building more, newer
housing. The Council may wish to review this petition with that context in mind.
a.The Council may wish to ask the Administration for an update on how soon
amendments to the Housing Loss Mitigation ordinance will be started.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Five key issues were identified through Planning’s analysis of the proposed project. A summary of each is
below. See pages 16-19 of the Administration’s transmittal for the complete analysis.
Issue 1 - Existing Master Plan Policies for the Area and the Proposed Zoning
The subject properties are located within the Central Community Master Plan adopted in 2005. The Master
Plan’s Future Land Use Map designates the subject properties as Low Density Residential (1-15 dwelling
units per acre). The applicant’s request is to modify the future land use designation to Medium Density
Residential (15-30 dwelling units per acre).
It is Planning staff’s opinion the master plan amendment generally does not align with the goals or policy
statements within the Central Community Master Pan. They further stated current R-2 zoning aligns with
the current designation on the future land use map at 10 dwelling units per acre. The proposed
amendments would double the permitted number of dwelling units under the future land use designation
and the allotment under current R-2 zoning.
Issue 2 - R-2 (Single and Two-Family Residential) and RMF-35 (Moderate Density)
Comparison
The current R-2 zoning designation requires a minimum 5,000 square foot lot size for a single-family
structure and 8,000 square feet for a duplex. These minimum lot requirements protect existing properties
from increased density. Redevelopment under current zoning is unlikely and existing structures will likely
remain.
RMF-35 zoning introduces land uses not allowed under the current R-2 zoning including single-family
attached and multi-family. Per unit square footage is decreased for developments under RMF-35 zoning. If
approved, Planning staff believes the proposed amendments would be directly correlated to potential
demolition of existing structures.
Issue 3 – National Historic Districts and Historic Preservation
Structures on the subject properties were constructed prior to the turn of the twentieth century and as
stated above, are listed within the Central City National Historic District (NHD) (Bryant Neighborhood).
NHDs are designated through the National Park Service and recognize unique architecture, character and
development patterns of a specific area.
Issue 4 – Public Opinion and Neighborhood Concerns
Planning staff received significant public input about proposed amendments to the subject properties.
Comments generally fall within one of the following four categories:
1.Current condition of the subject properties. The suggestion is neglect and deferred maintenance
caused the properties to deteriorate. If the property owner doesn’t maintain existing structures, will
they maintain new structures with additional dwelling units?
2.Loss of existing multi-family housing. Concern current tenants will be displaced by proposed
redevelopment of the properties. Older housing stock is often more affordable than new, market
rate housing.
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3.Loss of structures contributing to the National Historic District. Demolitions are not prohibited,
but neighbors are concerned about losing historic structures and future redevelopment of the
parcels.
4.Master Plan Changes. The Central Community Master Plan Future Land Use Map designates the
subject properties as Low Density. Commenters stated without a compelling case to change, the
Map should remain as it is.
All public comments and petitions received by Planning staff are included in Attachment H (pages 75-356
of the Administration’s transmittal). Public comments received by the Council Office will be forwarded to
Council Members.
Issue 5 - Environmental Impact and Air Quality
Planning staff found the proposed amendments are both conflicting and in line with environmental
concerns and air quality impacts. If approved by the Council, density would be increased within an
environment with existing infrastructure. This potential increased density is located next to rapid bus
transit and within walking distance of Trax. On the other hand, the proposed amendments could result in
demolition of existing housing. It is Planning staff’s opinion this potential demolition would be a loss of
embodied energy and could negatively impact air quality.
ANALYSIS OF STANDARDS
Attachment G of the Planning Commission staff report (pages 72-74 of the Administration’s transmittal)
outlines zoning map amendment standards that should be considered as the Council reviews this proposal.
Planning staff found this proposal generally does not comply with three of the five applicable standards.
They are summarized below. Please see the Planning Commission staff report for full details.
1. Whether a proposed map amendment is consistent with the purposes, goals, objectives, and
policies of the City as stated through its various adopted planning documents.
Finding: The proposal is not consistent with the goals and policies or specific designation on the
Future Land Use Map. Master Plan Future Land Use Map amendment is not supported by
policies in the master plan.
2. Whether a proposed map amendment furthers the specific purpose statements of the zoning
ordinance.
Finding: The proposed Master Plan and Zoning Map Amendments conflict with the purpose
statement of the zoning ordinance.
3. The extent to which a proposed map amendment will affect adjacent properties.
Finding: The proposed zoning and master plan amendments would negatively affect adjacent
properties as a result of the increase in scale and intensity.
4. Whether a proposed map amendment is consistent with the purposes and provisions of any
applicable overlay zoning district which may impose additional standards.
Finding: Future development would need to comply with applicable overlays.
5. The adequacy of public facilities and services intended to serve the subject property, including, but
not limited to, roadways, parks and recreational facilities, police and fire protection, schools, storm
water drainage systems, water supplies and wastewater and refuse collection.
Finding: City services can be provided to the site.
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PUBLIC PROCESS
• Notice of the project was sent to the Chair of the East Central Community Council August 9, 2019.
• Planning staff attended the East Central Community Council meeting September 18, 2019.
• Planning Staff hosted an Open House at the Tenth East Senior Center October 7, 2019.
• The East Central Community Council (ECCC) provided a formal letter dated January 20, 2020
expressing opposition to the project. The letter is included on 79-83 of the Administration’s
transmittal.
• Planning Staff attended the East Liberty Park Community Organization meeting held on January 23,
2020 to answer questions about the project.
• Planning Commission agenda posted to website, notice mailed to property owners within 300 feet of
the subject properties, and notice posted on subject properties January 30, 2020.
• The Planning Commission held a Public Hearing on February 12, 2020. By unanimous vote, the
Planning Commission forwarded a negative recommendation to the City Council.
ERIN MENDENHALL DEPARTMENT of COMMUNITY
Mayor and NEIGHBORHOODS
Marcia L. White
Director
CITY COUNCIL TRANSMITTAL
Date Received:
Rachel Otto, Chief of Staff Date sent to Council:
TO: Salt Lake City Council DATE: 04/30/2020
Chris Wharton, Chair
FROM: Marcia L. White, Director Department of Community & Neighborhoods
SUBJECT: PLNPCM2019-00683 and PLNPCM2019-00684 – Zoning Map and Master Plan
Amendments for 159 South Lincoln, 949 East, 955 East, 959 East, and 963 East 200 South
STAFF CONTACT: Kelsey Lindquist, Senior Planner, (801) 535-7930
DOCUMENT TYPE: Information Only
RECOMMENDATION: The City Council follow the recommendation of the Planning
Commission and deny the requested zoning map amendment from R-2 (Single and Two-Family
Residential) to RMF-35 (Moderate Density Multi-Family Residential) zoning and the Master
Plan Amendment for Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential for 159 South
Lincoln, 949 East, 955 East, 959 East and 963 East 200 South. Since the Planning Commission
recommended denial of the petitions, an Ordinance has not been provided. If the City Council
wishes to approve the zone change and master plan amendments, an ordinance will be requested
from the Attorney’s Office for City Council approval.
BUDGET IMPACT: None
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
Graham Gilbert, representing the property owners, is requesting that the City amend the zoning
map and associated future land use map for the properties located at 159 South Lincoln, 949
East, 955 East, 959 East and 963 East 200 South. The intent of the request is to change the
zoning of the property to allow more flexibility to develop future multi-family residential
housing.
The following petitions are associated with this request:
SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION
451 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 404 WWW.SLC.GOV
P.O. BOX 145486, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH 84114-5486 TEL 801.535.6230 FAX 801.535.6005
April 30, 2020
5/8/2020
a. Master Plan Amendment – Amend the Central Community Master Plan Future Land Use
Map from Low Density Residential (1-15 dwelling units per acre) to Medium Density
Residential (15-30 dwelling units per acre). Case number PLNPCM2019-00684
b. Zoning Map Amendment – The properties are currently zoned R-2 (Single and Two-
Family Residential). The applicants are requesting to amend the zoning map designation
from R-2 (Single and Two-Family Residential) to RMF-35 (Moderate Density
Residential). Case Number PLNPCM2019-00683
The applications include five subject properties located at 159 South Lincoln, 949 East, 955 East,
959 East and 963 East 200 South. The subject properties are located within the Central City
National Historic District (Bryant Neighborhood). With the exception of 159 South Lincoln, all
of the structures are considered to be contributing to the National Historic District. In regard to
the existing uses, the five subject properties have a total of nine recognized dwelling units. Salt
Lake City recognizes the following uses in each building:
1. 159 South Lincoln is recognized as a single-family dwelling
2. 949 East 200 South is recognized as a duplex
3. 955 East 200 South is recognized as a triplex
4. 959 East 200 South is recognized as a single-family dwelling
5. 963 East 200 South is recognized as a duplex
In regard to the requested master plan amendment, the Central Community Master Plan
designated the subject properties as Low Density Residential to preserve the existing low density
residential uses and the residential character of this neighborhood. Higher density housing is
encouraged in East Downtown, Downtown, Gateway and Transit Station Development Zoning to
decrease the pressure on established neighborhoods to meet the housing needs for the city. In
addition to the master plan amendment, the applicant requested a zoning map amendment from
the existing R-2 (Single and Two-Family Residential) to RMF-35 (Moderate Density Multi-
Family Residential). Exhibit 3b, Attachment D, illustrates the comparison between the R-2 and
the RMF-35 zoning districts.
For specific information regarding the proposal, please refer to the Planning Commission Staff
Report found in Exhibit 3.B.
PUBLIC PROCESS:
The applicant submitted their petition to amend the zoning map and the Central
Community Master Plan on July 19, 2019.
Early notification and Recognized Community Organization Notification was sent on
August 9, 2019. Property owners and residents within 300 feet of the subject properties
received an early notification.
The East Central Community Council held a meeting on September 19, 2019.
The proposal was presented at a City Planning Division Open House on October 7, 2019.
Property owners and residents within 300 feet of the subject properties received a notice
of the Open House.
On February 12, 2020, the Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously
forwarded a negative recommendation to the City Council to deny the proposal.
The Planning Commission discussed the following points:
The difference between the R-2 and the RMF-35
The role and purpose of the Central Community Master Plan Future Land Use Map
The Five Year Housing Plan
Whether a case had been substantiated that the existing and current zoning was
inappropriate
EXHIBITS:
1)CHRONOLOGY
2)NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL HEARING
3)PLANNING COMMISSION – February 12, 2020
a)Mailed and Newspaper Notice
b)Staff Report
c)Agenda/Minutes
d)Staff Presentation Slides
e)Applicant Presentation Slides
f)Additional Written Public Comments
4)ORIGINAL APPLICANT PETITIONS
5)MAILING LIST
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1)CHRONOLOGY
2)NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL HEARING
3)PLANNING COMMISSION – FEBRUARY 12, 2020 PUBLIC HEARING
a)MAILED AND NEWSPAPER NOTICE
b)STAFF REPORT
c)AGENDA/MINUTES
d)STAFF PRESENTATION SLIDES
e)APPLICANT PRESENTATION SLIDES
f)ADDITIONAL WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENTS
4)ORIGINAL APPLICANT PETITIONS
5)MAILING LIST
1) CHRONOLOGY
PROJECT CHRONOLOGY
Petitions: PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-00684
July 19, 2019 Graham Gilbert, representing the property owners, submits Zoning Map
and Master Plan Amendment
July 30, 2019 Petition assigned to Kelsey Lindquist, Senior Planner, for staff analysis
and processing.
August 8, 2019 Petitions routed to applicable Divisions and Departments for review.
August 9, 2019 Notice sent to Recognized Community Organization (East Central
Community Council) informing them of the petitions.
September 18, 2019 Staff attended the East Central Community Council Meeting.
Approximately 115 people were in attendance.
October 7, 2019 Staff held an Open House at the East Senior Center.
January 30, 2020 Planning Commission Agenda posted to website and mailed to property
owners within 300 feet of subject properties.
January 30, 2020 Staff posted the subject properties with a notice of a public hearing.
February 12, 2020 Planning Commission Public Hearing.
2) NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL
HEARING
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Salt Lake City Council is considering Petitions PLNPCM2019-00683 &
PLNPCM2019-00684 - A request by Graham Gilbert, on behalf of the property owners, to
amend the Central Community Future Land Use Map and the Zoning Map for the following
properties: 159 S. Lincoln St., 949 E., 955 E., 959 E., and 963 E. 200 S. The request includes an
amendment to the Central Community Future Land Use Map from Low Density Residential
(1-15 dwelling units per acre) to Medium Density Residential (15-30 dwelling units per acre).
The applicant is requesting to amend the Zoning Map for these properties from R-2 (Single
and Two-Family Residential) to RMF-35 (Moderate Density Multi-Family Residential). The
master plan and zoning map amendments are requested to allow more residential housing
units than what is currently allowed. The subject property is located within District 4,
represented by Ana Valdemoros.
As part of their study, the City Council is holding an advertised public hearing to receive
comments regarding the petition. During this hearing, anyone desiring to address the City
Council concerning this issue will be given an opportunity to speak. The hearing will be held:
DATE:
TIME: 7:00 p.m.
PLACE: Room 315
City & County Building
451 South State Street
Salt Lake City, Utah
If you have any questions relating to this proposal or would like to review the file, please call
Kelsey Lindquist at 801-535-7930 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday
through Friday or via e-mail at kelsey.lindquist@slcgov.com.
The City & County Building is an accessible facility. People with disabilities may make requests
for reasonable accommodation, which may include alternate formats, interpreters, and other
auxiliary aids and services. Please make requests at least two business days in advance. To make
a request, please contact the City Council Office at council.comments@slcgov.com , 801-535-
7600, or relay service 711.
3) PLANNING COMMISSION
a) Mailing Notice
January 30, 2020
Salt Lake City Planning Division
451 S State Street, Room 406, PO Box 145480, Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-5480
Salt Lake City Planning Commission Wednesday, February 12, 2020, 5:30 p.m.
City and County Building 451 S State Street, Room 326
A public hearing will be held on the following matter. Comments from the Applicant, City Staff
and the public will be taken .
Zoning Map and Master Plan Amendment for 159 S. Lincoln, 949 E .• 955 E .• 959 E .• 963 E. 200 S. -Graham
Gilbert, on behalf of the property owners, is requesting to amend the Central Community Future Land Use Map
and the Zoning Map. The request includes an amendment to the Central Community Future Land Use Map from
Low Density Residential ( 1-15 dwelling units per acre) to Medium Density Residential ( 15-30 dwelling units per
acre). The applicant is requesting to amend the Zoning Map for these properties from R-2 (Single and Two-
Family Residential) to RMF-35 (Moderate Density Multi-Family Residential). The master plan and zoning map
amendments are requested to allp_w more residential housing units than what is currently allowed. The subject
property is located within District 4 , represented by Ana Valdemoros. (Staff Contact: Kelsey Lindquist at (801)
535-7930 or kelsey.lindquist@slcg.ov.com) Case Numbers PLNPCM2019-00683 and PLNPCM2019-00684
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b) Staff Report
February 12, 2020
PLANNING DIVISION
DEPARTMENT of COMMUNITY and NEIGHBORHOODS
Staff Report
To: Salt Lake City Planning Commission
From: Kelsey Lindquist (801) 535-7930
Date: February 12, 2020
Re: PLNPCM2019-00683 and PLNPCM2019-00684
Zoning Map and Master Plan Amendment
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 159 S. Lincoln, 949 E., 955 E., 959 E., 963 E. 200 S.
PARCEL ID: 16-05-135-010-0000, 16-05-135-011-0000, 16-05-135-012-0000,
16-05-135-013-0000, 16-05-135-014-0000
MASTER PLAN: Central Community Master Plan
ZONING DISTRICT: R-2 (Single and Two-Family Residential)
REQUEST: Graham Gilbert, on behalf of the property owners, is requesting to amend the
Central Community Future Land Use Map and the Zoning Map for the following
properties: 159 S. Lincoln, 949 E., 955 E., 959 E., 963 E. 200 S. The request includes an
amendment to the Central Community Future Land Use Map from Low Density
Residential (1-15 dwelling units per acre) to Medium Density Residential (15-30 dwelling
units per acre). Additionally, the applicant is requesting to amend the Zoning Map for
these properties from R-2 (Single and Two-Family Residential) to RMF-35 (Moderate
Density Multi-Family Residential). The master plan and zoning map amendments are
requested to allow more residential units than what is currently allowed. All subject
properties have existing residential uses ranging from a single-family home to a multi-
family building.
RECOMMENDATION: Based on the information in this staff report and the factors to consider
for Zoning Map and Master Plan Amendments, Planning Staff recommends that the Planning
Commission forward a negative recommendation to the City Council regarding this proposal.
ATTACHMENTS:
A.Zoning and Future Land Use Map
B.Property Photographs
C.Application with Proposed Site Plan and Elevations
D.Existing Conditions
E.R-2 and RMF-35 Zoning Comparison
F.Master Plan Analysis
G.Analysis of Standards
PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-00684 1 February 12, 2020
H. Public Process and Comments
I. Department Comments
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The applicant is requesting to change the zoning and amend the Central Community Master Plan for
five parcels that total .682 acres. The amendments are requested in order to construct a multi-family
building with a greater density and height than the existing zoning district would permit. The applicant
has submitted a development proposal to Planning Staff; however, the development proposal is not
the subject of review per this request. The Planning Commission must review the master plan
amendment and rezone according to the development potential allowable under the proposed master
plan and zoning designations regardless of the proposed development plan.
The proposal involves two requests: (1) to amend the Central Community Master Plan Future Land
Use Map from Low Density Residential (1-15 dwelling units per acre) to Medium Density Residential
(15-30 dwelling units per acre) and (2) to amend the zoning map designation from R-2 (Single and
Two-Family Residential) to RMF-35 (Moderate Density Residential).
Aerial of Subject Properties
PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-00684 2 February 12, 2020
Aerial of Zoning of Surrounding Properties
Existing Land Uses
The subject properties are located within the East Central North Neighborhood of the Central
Community Master Plan area, and is described as follows:
The East Central North neighborhood is located between 700 East and University Street
from South Temple to 900 South. Major high traffic streets traverse the area in both east-
west and north-south directions, 700, 900 and 1300 East; 100, 400, 500, 600, 800 and
900 South. There are a wide variety of land uses from single-family dwellings to high-rise
apartments, small commercial developments, office and major institutions. (Central
Community Master Plan)
The East Central North Neighborhood contains a variety of land uses throughout the area. The
primary land uses that surround the subject properties, include the following uses: single-family
residential, low scale multi-family residential and moderate scale multi-family residential. A multi-
family structure is located along 200 South, as well as 1000 East. The intensity of the land uses
fluctuates along 200 South. Generally, the more intense uses are located closer to the 700 East
corridor with smaller scaled and less intense residential uses moving east towards 1000 East.
The subject properties are located within the R-2 (Single and Two-Family) residential zoning
district. The subject properties contain current residential uses and range in the number of units
within each structure. In total, the five subject properties contain 9 units. The City recognizes the
following uses within each structure:
1. 159 S. Lincoln is recognized as a single-family
2. 949 E. 200 S is recognized as a duplex
3. 955 E. 200 S. is recognized as a triplex
4. 959 E. 200 S. is recognized as a single-family
5. 963 E. 200 S. is recognized as a duplex
PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-00684 3 February 12, 2020
NEIGHBORHOOD CONTEXT
Character of the Surrounding Area and Community
The character of the surrounding area and the community includes historic and non-historic single
and multi-family structures. The existing character includes structures that were constructed as single-
family dwellings and later converted to multi-family, single-family structures, as well as larger scale
multi-family complexes. The scale along 200 South varies from single to multi-story structures.
Additionally, 200 South contains deep park strips with old growth trees and a landscaped center
median that runs east to west.
Lincoln Street differs in character and scale from 200 South. Lincoln Street includes low scale single
family structures. Larger multi-family structures are located on the northern portion of Lincoln
Street towards 100 South.
Access and Transportation Network
Four of the five properties are accessed from 200 South, which is currently a heavily utilized corridor
to the University of Utah and to Downtown. 200 South currently contains transportation options
that service the East Central North neighborhood. The subject properties are within walking
distance to both fixed transit and rapid bus transit.
KEY ISSUES:
The key issues listed below have been identified through the analysis of the project, neighbor and
community input and department review comments.
1. Existing Master Plan Policies for the Area and the Proposed Zoning
2. Comparison of R-2 (Single and Two-Family) and RMF-35 (Moderate Density)
3. National Historic Districts and Historic Preservation
4. Public Opinion and Neighborhood Concerns
5. Environmental Impact and Air Quality
Issue 1 – Existing Master Plan Policies for the Area and the Proposed Zoning
The subject properties are located within the Central Community Master Plan, which was adopted
in 2005. The Central Community Master Plan Future Land Use Map designates the subject
properties as Low Density Residential (1-15 dwelling units per acre). The applicant is requesting to
modify the future land use designation to Medium Density Residential (15-30 dwelling units per
acre). The Central Community Master Plan provides the following definitions for the existing land
use designation and the proposed amendment:
Existing Land Use Designation
Low Density Residential (1-15 dwelling units per acre): This land use designation
allows moderate sized lots (i.e. 3,000-10,000 square feet) where single-family detached
homes are the dominant land use. Low-density includes single-family attached and
detached dwellings as permissible on a single residential lot subject to zoning.
Approximately one third of the Central Community is occupied by single-family residences
on lots ranging from 3,000 to 10,000 square feet in size.
Proposed Land Use Designation
Medium Density Residential (15-30 dwelling units per acre): This land use
designation allows single-family, duplexes, triplexes, four-plexes, townhouses, and
apartments. Medium-density residential structures include attached dwelling units and
apartment structures. This mix of residential land use is noticeable in the areas between
South Temple and 800 South from 300 East to 900 East and areas between 1300 S and
1700 South from 200 West to Main Street.
In addition to the definitions of the current and proposed designation, the Central Community
Master Plan provides Residential Land Use Goals and Residential Land Use Policies that are
PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-00684 4 February 12, 2020
applicable to this request. Staff has included a section within this issue; however, for the full analysis
of the applicable policy statements and goals found within the adopted guiding documents, please
refer to Attachment F.
Central Community Master Plan Residential Land Use Goals:
• Ensure preservation of low-density residential neighborhoods
• Encourage the creation and maintenance of a variety of housing opportunities that meet
social needs and income levels of a diverse population
• Ensure that new development is compatible with existing neighborhoods in terms of scale,
character and density
• Encourage a variety of housing types for higher density multi-family housing in
appropriate areas such as East Downtown, the Central Business District, the Gateway area,
and near downtown light rail stations to satisfy housing demand
Central Community Master Plan Residential Land Use Policies:
• RLU 1.0 Based on the Future Land Use Map, use residential zoning to establish and
maintain a variety of housing opportunities that meet social needs and income levels of
a diverse population.
• RLU 1.1 Preserve low-density residential areas and keep them from being replaced by
higher density residential and commercial uses.
• RLU 1.2 Provide opportunities for medium-density housing in areas between the
Central Business District and lower-density neighborhoods and in areas where small
multi-family dwellings are compatible.
• RLU1.6 Encourage coordination between the future land use map, zoning ordinance,
and the Salt Lake City Community Housing Plan.
• RLU 2.0 Preserve and protect existing single-and multi-family residential dwellings
within the Central Community through codes, regulations and design review.
• RLU 2.1 Preserve housing stock through incentives and code enforcement by
implementing the Salt Lake Community Housing.
The Central Community Master Plan designated the subject properties as Low Density Residential
to preserve the existing low density residential uses and residential character of this neighborhood.
Higher density housing is encouraged in East Downtown, Downtown, Gateway and Transit Station
Development Zoning to decrease the pressure on established neighborhoods to meet the housing
needs for the City.
The requested master plan amendment generally does not align with the goals or policy statements
within the Central Community Master Plan. Additionally, the existing R-2 zoning designation does
align with the current designation found on the future land use map at 10 dwelling units per acre.
The proposed amendments would double the permitted number of units under the future land use
designation and the allotment under the current R-2 zoning. As seen in the matrix, found in
Attachment D, Staff acknowledges that there are some policy statements that align with the
proposal. However, the majority of the applicable policy statements and goals conflict with the
proposed amendments. There may be a need to further evaluate the Central Community Master
Plan according to City wide goals; however, in this case, there are specific policies and goals that do
not support the proposals.
Issue 2 – R-2 (Single and Two-Family Residential) and RMF-35 (Moderate Density)
Comparison
Attachment D contains a summary of both zoning districts and a visualization of what could be
constructed. This section focuses on the key differences between the R-2 and the RMF-35 zoning
districts. Discussed below, the identified key differences between the R-2 and the RMF-35, include:
the permitted land uses and density.
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The subject properties are currently zoned R-2. The R-2 zoning district permits single and two-
family uses. The R-2 requires a minimum of 5,000 square feet for a single-family structure and
8,000 square feet for a duplex. The minimum lot area required for a development in the R-2 district
protects the existing properties from increasing in density. The redevelopment under the existing
zoning is unlikely and the existing properties are likely to remain.
However, the RMF-35 introduces additional land uses that are not permitted within the R-2 zoning
district, these include: single-family attached and multi-family. Additionally, the square footage
required per unit decreases for development within the RMF-35. If approved, the proposed
amendments would permit an increase from the existing 9 units to 15 units. The increase in density
would be directly correlated to the potential demolition of the existing structures and the loss of the
existing units.
Issue 3 – National Historic Districts and Historic Preservation
The subject properties were constructed prior to the turn of the century, and are listed within the
Central City National Historic District (Bryant Neighborhood). All of the properties, with the
exception of 159 S. Lincoln Street, are considered to be contributing structures to the National
Historic District. National Historic Districts recognize the unique architecture, character and
development pattern of a specific area. NHDs are designated through the National Park Service and
do not have any City preservation regulations. NHDs are incentive based historic districts that grant
financial incentives to property owners to restore or rehab a historic structure.
Issue 4 – Public Opinion and Neighborhood Concerns
The proposed amendments have garnered public interest and concern. Through the public
engagement process, Staff has received a significant amount of public comments. The public
comments generally express concerns over the existing condition of the subject properties. The
neighborhood suggests that the subject properties have been neglected and maintenance has been
deferred, which has caused the existing state of the properties.
There are additional concerns that reflect the existing multi-family use. There are concerns that
address the loss of existing housing and the replacement with market rate housing. The fear is that
the existing tenants would be displaced by the amendments and redevelopment of the subject
properties. Older housing stock is generally at a lower cost than new market rate housing.
Additionally, the community has expressed concern with derailing from the adopted Central
Community Master Plan. The Central Community Master Plan Future Land Use Map designates
the subject properties as Low Density and without a compelling case, it should remain as such.
Additional concerns reflect the loss of the existing structures. The neighborhood is a national
historic district, which does not prohibit demolitions; however, the neighborhood is concerned by
the loss of the structures and the future redevelopment of the parcels.
All of the public comments and petitions can be found in Attachment F.
Issue 5 – Environmental Impact and Air Quality
The proposed amendments are both conflicting and in line with environmental concerns and air
quality impacts. The proposed amendments, if approved, would increase density within an
environment with existing infrastructure. Additionally, the increase of density is located next to rapid
bus transit and within walking distance to Trax. However, the proposed amendments could result in
the demolition of existing housing. The demolition of the existing structures would be a loss of existing
embodied energy and could be impactful to the existing air quality.
DISCUSSION:
The proposed zoning and master plan amendment would facilitate the development of a multi-family
residential building on the subject properties. The master plan’s general policies and objectives for this
area do no support the higher density development. The master plans call for stability for the lower
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density designations. The subject properties are adjacent to low density residential to the east, west
and north. The proposed RMF-35 zoning district would result in a development that is not compatible
in terms of height, massing and scale of the adjacent properties. As such, staff does not recommend
changing the zoning or the master plan’s associated future land use map.
NEXT STEPS:
With a recommendation of approval or denial for the zoning and master plan amendments, the
proposal will be sent to the City Council for a final decision by that body.
If the zoning and master plan amendments are approved by the City Council, the properties could be
developed for any use allowed in the RMF-35 zone on the properties. A list of uses allowed by the zone
is located in Attachment D. Any development would need to obtain a building permit and would need
to comply with the necessary zoning standards.
If the zoning and master plan amendments are denied by the City Council, the properties at 159
Lincoln, 949 E. 200 S, 955 E. 200 S., 959 E. 200 S., and 963 E. 200 S. will remain R-2. With this
zoning, the property could be developed for any use allowed in the R-2 zoning district. A list of the uses
allowed by the zone is located in Attachment D.
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ATTACHMENT A: ZONING AND FUTURE LAND USE
MAP
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Haxton PlLindenAve Banks CtWest CtStrongs CtMarkeaAve
Laker CtBueno Ave
800 EHanover Pl
Linden Ave
100 S
200 S
300 S
200 S
100 S
200 S
100 S
400 S800 E300 S
400 SIowa St300 S
400 S 1000 EDooley Ct800 E900 EMcClelland St900 EWindsor St1000 ELincoln St1000 EMenlo Ave
RO RMF-35
UIPLRMF-35RMF-75
RMF-30 RMF-45
RMF-35 RMF-35
R-2 R-2SR-3
SR-3
RMF-45
R-2RMF-35
CN
R-2
R-2
SR-3 SR-3 PLRMF-35
R-2RMF-30
RMF-35 CN
UI
RMF-35 R-2
SR-3 SR-3
R-2
RMF-30TSA-UN-T
OSRMF-45
RMF-35
R-2
200 S
300 S800 E1100 EG StH StI StJ StK StL StM StN StO StP StQ StR StS St1st Ave 2nd Ave
3rd Ave
600 E1000 E1200 E900 ESouth Temple St
700 E100 S
400 S
500 S
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Legend
Subject Property
Parcels
Zoning Districts
OS Open Space
CN Neighborhood Commercial
CS Community Shopping
SR-3 Special Development Pattern Residential
R-2 Single- and Two-Family Residential
RMF-30 Low Density Multi-Family Residential
RMF-35 ModerateDensity Multi-Family Residential
RMF-45 Moderate/High Density Multi-Family Residential
RMF-75 High Density Multi-Family Residential
RO Residential/Office
TSA-UN-C Urban Neighborhood- Core
TSA-UN-T Urban Neighborhood- Transition
UI Urban Institutional
PL Public Lands
Vicinity Zoning Map
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ATTACHMENT B: PROPERTY PHOTOGRAPHS
Photo of 949 E. 200 S.
Photo of 955 E. 200 S.
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Photo of 959 E. 200 S.
Photo of 963 E. 200 S.
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Perspective of 959, 955, and 949 E. 200 S.
Photo of Lincoln Street Elevation of 949 E. 200 S.
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Photo of 159 S. Lincoln St.
Photo of the Parking Lot of 949 E. 200 S.
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ATTACHMENT C: APPLICATION INFORMATION WITH
PROPOSED SITE PLAN AND ELEVATIONS
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Applicant Response to
Community’s Written Concerns
Case Numbers
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Content
•Statistics of Community Response
•Summary of Written Concerns
•Response to Community’s Written Concerns
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Statistics of Community Response
•Total letters written: 35
•Unique households: 24
•11 duplicate letters or multiple letters from same household
•Letters from individuals within District 4: 26
•6 letters from individuals who do not live within the District Boundaries
•Letters in agreement: 2
•Both within 1 block of proposed location
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Summary of Written Concerns
•35 Letters expressed concerns that can be summarized to 7 issues
1.Concerns that current infrastructure will not support the additional 7 units
2.Don’t want increased density in neighborhood
3.Desire to keep existing structures
4.Concerns of affordable housing
5.Concerns of aesthetic fit in neighborhood
6.Concerns project will cause neighborhood to lose value, increase in taxes and rent
7.Concerns with current landlords managing redeveloped property
•Proposal Applicant written response to those concerns can be found in
following slides.
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1. Concerns that current infrastructure will not
support the additional 7 units
Concerns:
1.Concerns of impact to existing sewer, streets, and existing
infrastructure with additional 7 units
2.Concerns of traffic and parking on 200 South
3.University of Utah students parking on 200 South
4.Concerns of "trash"
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Response to:
Concerns that current infrastructure will not support the
additional 7 units
•The City’s completed Design Review did not deem existing infrastructure or traffic would be significantly impacted.
•Proposal gives 2-car garage spaces per unit (there is currently no garage spaces) with the exception of a 1-bedroom unit, which has a 1-car garage, and an additional 4 visitor spaces. In addition to ample parking for all residents on property, the proposal also has bike racks for residents and visitors to encourage alternative transportation.
•While this proposal cannot change the behaviors of University of Utah students parking on 200 South, all tenants and their visitors will have parking space within the private property.
•Each unit would have it's own garbage and recycling bin, similar to all other residents in the neighborhood. The difference is that rather than putting bins on the street, they would put it outside their garages within property.
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2. Don’t want increased density in neighborhood
Concerns:
1.Don't want to live amongst massive large apartment building
2.This neighborhood should not be the location of increased
density housing.
3.Suggestion to tear existing homes down and build duplexes or
homes instead
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Response to:
Don’t want increased density in neighborhood
•It has been stated that the City’s policy is to create more density in this area to accommodate growth.
•There are already existing apartment complexes just 3 plots north, as
well as, across 200 South that have been there for decades.
•With City policy to increase density, thoughtful resource management is necessary which is why we are committed to focusing on energy efficient materials and appliances in this new build. As a result it will be
much more energy efficient than current existing buildings.
•Current R-2 zoning allows for 7 units of redevelopment. This option takes current 9-units to 7-units, eliminating (2) in City’s housing stock and without a unit designated for Affordable Housing as in the current proposal.
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3. Desire to keep existing structures
Concerns:
1.These buildings should be sold to people who will restore and
repair these homes
2.Desire to keep for sentimental reasons
3.Denial of request based on desire to extend the historic district
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Response to:
Desire to keep existing structures
•This private property is not for sale. Additionally, Applicants
looked into updating the dwellings with more family-friendly floor
plans. To update to where desired, the City would require the
units to meet current seismic code. A Structural Engineering
Report was commissioned for all 5 buildings and the
recommendation is to build new dwellings. Additionally, by
building new, a more energy-efficient solution is available.
•Denial of a proposal because of a hoped-for neighborhood -
designation that has an unforeseen future is unreasonable.
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4. Concerns of affordable housing
Concerns:
1.Preservation of Affordable and Equitable Housing
2.This new development will further inflate rent and housing
crisis.
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Response to:
Concerns of affordable housing
•The current 9 units are not Section 8 housing. Applicants are willing to designate a brand-new 3-bedroom home as an Affordable Housing unit with approval of proposal.
•Approval of proposal will further support the Housing Plan with additional housing stock (9 units to 16 units) with an additional designated affordable housing unit. If remained R-2, properties would be redeveloped to 7 market value rent units, losing (2) housing stock units.
•Applicants are interested in working with Housing Authority to help existing tenants find alternative housing situations.
•Contradicting the notion that new development inflates rents and exacerbates the housing crisis, Salt Lake City Planning Director, Nick Norris, says low-density and single-family zoning has been a major barrier to making housing more affordable https://www.kuer.org/post/zoning-heart-salt-lakes-affordable-housing-woes#stream/0
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5. Concerns of aesthetic fit in neighborhood
1.Concern of height of proposed buildings
2.Concern that a conceptual plan has been submitted and changes
will be made that will deviate significantly from what is in
proposal
3.There are no backyards in town homes
4.Disagreement of spot-zoning
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Response to:
Concerns of aesthetic fit in neighborhood
•The proposed dwellings do not exceed in height of the properties on 200S. The building will not be taller, will have more green space than existing properties, and covered parking for all tenants
•Applicants have been open to comments and working with the community. Many comments have been incorporated - brick rather than stone and stucco, architectural elements, front porches along 200 south to encourage neighborhood engagement. Applicants are willing to sign development plan if approved to an RMF35 so that no major deviations are made.
•While most of the block is zoned R-2, many of the buildings are non-conforming R-2. Directly adjacent to the proposed project on 1000 East are several commercial office and medical buildings. On Lincoln street, two houses away, is a large apartment complex. This request is not a significant deviation to what is already existing on the block.
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6. Neighborhood losing value, increases in taxes
and rent with this proposal
1.Property taxes will increase
2.Rent will increase
3.Property value will decrease
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Response to:
Neighborhood losing value, increases in taxes and rent with
this proposal
•According to Movoto.com1, Salt Lake City property taxes are determined by the state’s, county’s, and city’s approved budgets
divided by the total tax base to arrive at the property tax rate. From there, the property’s value is multiplied by the property tax rate for each of the taxable government functions,
and not by small redevelopment projects.
•Area rents are determined by supply and demand. With more supply of market-rate units, there is less indication of higher rents.
•It is believed by many real estate professionals that a redeveloped property will add value than what is currently in place.
1https://www.movoto.com/foundation/property-taxes/salt-lake-city-property-tax-how-does-it-compare-to-other-major-cities/
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7. Concerns with current landlords managing
redeveloped property
1.Concerns of property maintenance with redeveloped properties
since current properties are not well maintained
2.Accusations of land-banking
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Response to:
Concerns with current landlords
•Applicants are new owners that have experience in property
management and will be handling the operations of the new
proposed units.
•A third-party professional Property Management Company will be
used to screen tenants and maintain the properties.
•These 5 properties were deemed uninhabitable by the City when
purchased 30 years ago.
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ATTACHMENT D: EXISTING CONDITIONS
The subject properties located at 159 S. Lincoln, 949 E., 955 E., 959 E., 963 E. 200 S. are zoned R-2 (Single and
Two-Family Residential) zoning district.
Existing Zoning and Uses in the Immediate Vicinity:
East: To the east of the subject properties is a commercial structure, which is zoned R-2. A multi-unit residential
structure is located to the north east of the subject properties.
West: To the west of the subject properties are low scale residential structures and are zoned R-2.
South: To the south of the subject properties are low scale residential structures and are zoned R-2.
North: To the north of the subject properties are low scale residential structures, multi-family structure and a
commercial use. The zoning includes R-2 and RMF-35.
R-2
(Single
and
Two
Family
)
Minimum
Lot Area:
5,000 square
feet for
single-family
dwellings
Twin Homes:
4,000 square
feet per
dwelling.
Two-Family:
8,000
Minimum
Lot Width:
Single
Family: 50
feet
Twin Home:
25 Feet
Two-
Family: 50
Feet
Maximum
Building
Height:
1. Twenty
eight feet
(28’)
2. Average
3. 20’ for
flat roofs
Minimum Yard:
1. Front Yard: Average of
the front yard for all
principal buildings.
2. Corner Side Yard: 10’
3. Interior Side Yard: Twin
Homes: No side yard is
required along one side
lot line. A ten foot side
yard is required along the
other.
Other: 4’ and 10’
4. Rear Yard: 25% of the lot
depth, but not less than
15’ and need not exceed
25’.
Building
Coverage: 45% of
the lot for two-
family dwellings
and 40% for single-
family.
159 S.
Lincoln
Complies:
6,455 square
feet
Complies:
50 Feet
Approximately
1 Story
Front: Approximately 22’
Interior: Approximately
8’ and 0’
Rear: Approximately 60’
Approximately 25%
949 E.
200 S.
Legal
complying:
5,227
Legal
complying:
35 Feet
Approximately
2.5 Stories
Front Yard: Approximately 27’
Corner: Approximately 14’
Interior: Approximately 1’
Rear: Approximately 59’
Approximately
34%
955 E.
200 S.
Legal
complying:
5,161 square
feet
Legal
complying:
35 Feet
Approximately
2.5 Stories
Front: Approximately 26’
Interior: Approximately 1’ and 1’
Rear: Approximately 30’
Approximately
46%
959 E.
200 S.
Complies:
5,227 square
feet
Legal
complying:
35 Feet
Approximately
3 Stories
Front: Approximately 29’
Interior: Approximately 1’
and 1’
Approximately 25%
963 E.
200 S.
Legal
Noncomplyin
g: 7,758
square feet
Legal
Noncomplyi
ng: 47 Feet
Approximately
1.5 Stories
Front: Approximately 26’
Interior: Approximately 12’ and 1’
Rear: Approximately 60’
Approximately
22%
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21A.33.020: TABLE OF PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES FOR
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS
Use
Permitted And Conditional
Uses By District
R-2 RMF-35
Accessory use, except those that are otherwise specifically regulated
elsewhere in this title
P P
Adaptive reuse of a landmark site C8 C8
Alcohol, bar establishment (2,500 square feet or less in floor area)
Alcohol, brewpub (2,500 square feet or less in floor area)
Alcohol, tavern (2,500 square feet or less in floor area)
Animal, veterinary office
Art gallery
Artisan food production (2,500 square feet or less in floor area)
Bed and breakfast inn
Bed and breakfast manor
Clinic (medical, dental)
Commercial food preparation
Community garden C P
Community recreation center C
Crematorium
Daycare center, adult
Daycare center, child C22 C22
Daycare, nonregistered home daycare P22 P22
Daycare, registered home daycare or preschool P22 P22
Dwelling, accessory guest and servant's quarter
Dwelling, accessory unit P P
Dwelling, assisted living facility (large) C
Dwelling, assisted living facility (limited capacity) C P
Dwelling, assisted living facility (small) P
Dwelling; dormitory, fraternity, sorority
Dwelling, group home (large)14 C
Dwelling, group home (small)15 P P
Dwelling, manufactured home P P
Dwelling, multi-family P
Dwelling, residential support (large)16
Dwelling, residential support (small)17 C
Dwelling, rooming (boarding) house
Dwelling, single-family (attached) P
Dwelling, single-family (detached) P P
Dwelling, twin home and two-family P2 P
Eleemosynary facility C C
Financial institution
Funeral home
Governmental facility C C
Home occupation P24 P24
Laboratory (medical, dental, optical)
Library
Mixed use development
Mobile food business (operation on private property)
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Use
Permitted And Conditional
Uses By District
R-2 RMF-35
Municipal service use, including City utility use and police and fire
station
C C
Museum
Nursing care facility
Office, excluding medical and dental clinic and office
Open space on lots less than 4 acres in size P P
Park P P
Parking, off site (to support nonconforming uses in a residential zone
or uses in the CN or CB Zones)
Parking, park and ride lot shared with existing use P P
Place of worship on lots less than 4 acres in size C C
Reception center
Recreation (indoor)
Restaurant
Restaurant with drive-through facility
Retail goods establishment
Retail goods establishment, plant and garden shop with outdoor
retail sales area
Retail service establishment
School, music conservatory
School, professional and vocational
School, seminary and religious institute C C
Seasonal farm stand
Studio, art
Temporary use of closed schools and churches C23
Theater, live performance
Theater, movie
Urban farm P P
Utility, building or structure P5 P5
Utility, transmission wire, line, pipe or pole P5 P5
Wireless telecommunications facility (see section 21A.40.090, table
21A.40.090E of this title)
Qualifying provisions:
1. A single apartment unit may be located above first floor retail/office.
2. Provided that no more than 2 two-family buildings are located adjacent to one another and no more than 3 such
dwellings are located along the same block face (within subdivisions approved after April 12, 1995).
3. Must contain retail component for on-site food sales.
4. Reserved.
5. See subsection 21A.02.050B of this title for utility regulations.
6. Building additions on lots less than 20,000 square feet for office uses may not exceed 50 percent of the
building's footprint. Building additions greater than 50 percent of the building's footprint or new office building
construction are subject to a design review.
7. Subject to conformance to the provisions in section 21A.02.050 of this title.
8. Subject to conformance with the provisions of subsection 21A.24.010S of this title.
9. Subject to conformance with the provisions in section 21A.36.300, "Alcohol Related Establishments", of this
title.
10. In the RB Zoning District, the total square footage, including patio space, shall not exceed 2,200 square feet in
total. Total square footage will include a maximum 1,750 square feet of floor space within a business and a
maximum of 450 square feet in an outdoor patio area.
11. Accessory guest or servant's quarters must be located within the buildable area on the lot.
12. Subject to conformance with the provisions of section 21A.36.150 of this title.
13. Prohibited within 1,000 feet of a Single- or Two-Family Zoning District.
14. No large group home shall be located within 800 feet of another group home.
15. No small group home shall be located within 800 feet of another group home.
16. No large residential support shall be located within 800 feet of another residential support.
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17. No small residential support shall be located within 800 feet of another residential support.
18. Large group homes established in the RB and RO Districts shall be located above the ground floor.
19. Small group homes established in the RB and RO Districts shall be located above the ground floor.
20. Large residential support established in RO Districts shall be located above the ground floor.
21. Small residential support established in RO Districts shall be located above the ground floor.
22. Subject to section 21A.36.130 of this title.
23. Subject to section 21A.36.170 of this title.
24. Subject to section 21A.36.030 of this title.
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ATTACHMENT E: R-2 and RMF-35 COMPARISON
The following illustrations summarize the lot and bulk standards for both the R-2 (Single and
Two-Family Residential) and the RMF-35 (Moderate Density Multi-Family) zoning districts.
Both summaries include existing examples of what could be constructed under the applicable
zoning districts. For additional information on the R-2 and the RMF-35, please refer to Issue
2.
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ATTACHMENT F: MASTER PLAN ANALYSIS
The subject properties located at 159 S. Lincoln, 949 E., 955 E., 959 E., and 963 E. 200 S. are
located wtihin the Central Community Master Plan. Staff also reviewed Plan Salt Lake and the 5
Year Housing Plan to review the proposed amendments. All applicable master plan policies and
goals are stated within the attached matrix.
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The Central Community Master Plan, Plan Salt Lake and the 5 Year Housing Plan have been analyzed against the proposed master plan
amendment for 159 Lincoln, 949 E., 955 E., 959 E., and 963 E. 200 S. The analysis is reflected by the following colors:
Consistent with the Master Plan
Not Consistent with the Master Plan
Neutral
Central Community Master Plan
Residential Land Use Goals Staff Analysis of Master Plan Amendment
Encourage the creation and maintenance of a
variety of housing opportunities that meet social
needs and income levels of a diverse population.
The proposed amendments could result in the demolition of existing housing
within the East Central neighborhood.
Older existing housing units are generally more affordable and attainable
than new market rate housing.
The rezone and master plan amendment could allow for additional density
and housing.
Ensure preservation of low-density residential
neighborhoods.
The proposed amendments would change the future land use and zoning to
medium-density residential, which could result in the demolition of the
existing low-density residential land uses.
Ensure that new development is compatible
with existing neighborhoods in terms of scale,
character and density.
The proposed amendments could result in the demolition of existing
structures that contribute to the character of the neighborhood. The proposed
RMF-35 zone has limited standards that would ensure that new development
is compatible with the character of the neighborhood.
Community Input on Residential Land
Uses
Proposed Amendment
Higher density housing replacing characteristic
lower density structures.
a. The community does not support the
demolition of lower-density residences
in order to build multi-family
structures. Residents prefer to protect
the existing residential character and
prevent construction of multiple family
dwellings in low-density
This proposal is in direct conflict with this statement.
The proposal would encourage the demolition of existing lower density
residences by allowing medium density multi-family development.
While the proposal is not high density, it is an increase in density which
would exceed 15 dwelling units per acre.
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neighborhoods, especially those
exceeding 15 dwelling units per acre.
Residential Land Use Policies Proposed Amendments
RLU 1.0 Based on the Future Land Use Map, use
residential zoning to establish and maintain a
variety of housing opportunities that meet social
needs and income levels of a diverse population.
Generally, older housing stock tends to be more affordable than new
development and the existing properties provide housing to a variety of
income levels.
The proposed amendments would allow for the redevelopment of the subject
properties with higher density, which would displace the current residences.
However, if approved, the RMF-35 would permit more units than what is
currently allowed under the R-2.
RLU 1.1 Preserve low-density residential areas
and keep them from being replaced by higher
density residential and commercial uses.
These properties are designated as low-density. The proposal would allow for
the replacement of the existing residential structures with higher density
residential uses.
The Central Community Master Plan has identified many areas where
medium and high density housing is appropriate. Those areas are anticipated
to be redeveloped with the proposed density noted on the master plan. These
properties are not anticipated to increase in density.
RLU 1.2 Provide opportunities for medium -
density housing in areas between the Central
Business District and lower-density
neighborhoods and in areas where small multi-
family dwellings are compatible.
The proposed zone would be considered to be medium-density: however,
there are currently areas identified in the master plan and zoning map that
allow for medium density housing.
RLU 1.6 Encourage coordination between the
Future Land Use Map, zoning ordinance, and the
Salt Lake City Community Housing Plan.
Salt Lake City has adopted a new 5 Year Housing Plan, which encourages
growth and additional density. The 5 Year Housing Plan is analyzed in the
following pages and as evidenced, there is a non-consistent policy for the
amendments.
The proposed amendments are not in coordination of the Future Land Use
Map or the zoning map, which is the reason for the proposed amendments.
RLU 2.0 Preserve and protect existing single-
and multi-family residential dwellings within the
Central Community through codes, regulations
and design review.
The proposal would encourage the demolition and redevelopment of the
subject property because it would allow additional density.
RLU 2.1 Preserve housing stock through
incentives and code enforcement by
implementing the Salt Lake Community Housing
Plan.
The amendment would encourage the demolition of existing housing stock.
However, the proposal could add to the housing stock in the community.
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Historic Preservation Policies Proposed Amendments
HP 1.0 Central Community gives high priority to
the preservation of historic structures and
development patterns.
The proposal would encourage the demolition of 4 contributing structures
within the Bennion National Historic District.
HP 1.2 Ensure that zoning is conducive to
preservation of significant and contributing
structures or properties.
The proposed zoning amendment could encourage the demolition of
contributing structures on the National Register.
Plan Salt Lake
Plan Salt Lake City is a City wide master plan that addresses growth, housing and preservation. This master plan is broad and
not property specific.
Plan Salt Lake Proposed Amendments
Neighborhoods/Neighborhoods that provide a
safe environment opportunity for social
interaction, and services needed for the wellbeing
of the community therein.
Maintain neighborhood stability and
character.
Support neighborhoods and districts in
carrying out the City’s collective Vision.
Support neighborhood identity and
diversity.
Support policies that provides people a
choice to stay in their home and
neighborhood as they grow older and
household demographics change.
The amendments would encourage the demolition of structures that
contribute to the neighborhood character.
The community was heavily involved in the Master Planning of the subject
area. The Future Land Use Map designates the subject properties as low
Density.
The structures are located within a national historic district. The community
master plan is supportive of preservation of community character and the
preservation of the diversity of housing.
The amendments could displace the people living within the units.
Growth/Growing responsibly, while providing
people with choices about where they live, how
they live, and how they get around.
Locate new development in areas with
existing infrastructure and amenities,
such as transit and transportation
corridors.
Encourage a mix of land uses.
Promote infill and redevelopment of
underutilized land.
The proposed development is located in an area with existing infrastructure
and amenities. 200 South has recently become a rapid bus line.
The amendments could create a similar land use, as seen within the
neighborhood. The community is dispersed with low and medium density
residential.
The proposal is not infill. The land is not underutilized. It provides existing
housing.
The amendments could accommodate the increased population.
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Accommodate and promote an increase
in the City’s population.
Housing/Access to a wide variety of housing
types for all income levels throughout the city,
providing the basic human need for safety and
responding to changing demographics.
“Almost half of the total housing units in Salt
Lake are single-family detached dwellings. While
preserving the existing housing stock will
continue to be a priority for Salt Lake City, over
the next 25 years, it will be critical for us to
encourage and support a diversity of new
housing options and types with a range of
densities throughout the City to best meet the
changing population.
Ensure access to affordable housing city
wide (including rental and very low
income).
Increase the number of medium density
housing types and options.
Encourage housing options that
accommodate aging in place.
Direct new growth toward areas with
existing infrastructure and services that
have the potential to be people-oriented.
Enable moderate density increases
within existing neighborhoods where
appropriate.
Promote energy efficient housing and
rehabilitation of existing housing stock.
Promote high density residential in areas
serviced by transit.
The existing structures are older, which are generally more affordable.
The proposal would increase the number of medium density housing types
and options through the loss of existing housing.
The new development is located within an area of the city with existing
infrastructure and services.
This would be a moderate density increase within an existing neighborhood.
The increase in density is not clearly appropriate. Throughout all of the
analyzed plans there are both policy statements that are consistent and not
consistent with the requested amendments.
The applicants have stated that the new construction would be “efficient”;
however, there would be a loss of embodied energy. Rehabilitation of the
existing structures is preferable.
This area is serviced by a rapid transit bus. Bus schedules are subject to
change.
Beautiful City/A beautiful city that is people
focused.
Reinforce and preserve neighborhood
and district character and a strong sense
of place.
The proposed amendments would encourage the demolition and
redevelopment of existing structure that add to the character of the
neighborhood. The amendments would not reinforce or preserve
neighborhood or district character.
Preservation/Maintaining places that provide a
foundation for the City to affirm our past.
1. The amendments would encourage the demolition of the structures.
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1. Preserve and enhance neighborhood and
district character.
2. Retain areas and structures of historic
and architectural value.
3. Balance preservation with flexibility for
change and growth.
2. The 5 structures are located within a National Historic District. Retention is
encouraged and incentivized.
3. The structures are located within a National Historic District. National
districts incentivize preservation through tax credit programs. Property
owners have the ability and flexibility to alter their properties. The proposed
amendments would encourage the demolition and redevelopment of existing
structures. Growth is needed, but through compatible and appropriate
development that is supported in the community master plans.
Five Year Housing Plan
Five Year Housing Plan Proposed Amendments
Objective 1: Review and modify land-use and
zoning regulations to reflect the affordability
needs of a growing, pioneering city.
The proposal includes the rezone and master plan amendment of an
established neighborhood. While the neighborhood could potentially contain
additional density, the proposal would eliminate existing affordable and
diverse housing.
In summary, the analyzed adopted Master Plan documents provide some supportive, neutral and non-supportive policy statements in regard to the
proposed amendments. The supportive and neutral policy statements, which are color coded above, support growth and development. However,
there is a number of non-supportive policy statements that are in direct conflict with the proposed amendments. These policies address
compatibility, appropriate density for specific areas of the City and preservation of existing housing stock. The lack of the majority of supporting
policies is why Staff is recommending that the Planning Commission forward a negative recommendation to the City Council.
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ATTACHMENT G: ANALYSIS OF STANDARDS
B. In making a decision to amend the zoning map, the City Council should consider the
following:
Standard Findings Rationale
1. Whether a proposed map
amendment is consistent
with the purposes, goals,
objectives, and policies of
the City as stated through
its various adopted
planning documents;
The proposal is not
consistent with the goals and
policies or specific
designation on the Future
Land Use Map. Master Plan
Future Land Use Map
amendment is not supported
by policies in the master
plan.
Please see the matrix in
Attachment F. The requested
master plan amendment generally
does not align with the goals or
policy statements within the
Central Community Master Plan.
Additionally, the existing R-2
zoning designation does align with
the current designation found on
the future land use map at 10
dwelling units per acre. The
proposed amendments would
double the permitted number of
units under the future land use
designation and the allotment
under the current R-2 zoning.
As stated in the matrix, found in
Attachment F, Staff acknowledges
that there are some policy
statements that align with the
proposal. However, the majority of
the applicable policy statements
and goals conflict with the
proposed amendments. There
may be a need to further evaluate
the Central Community Master
Plan according to City wide goals;
however, in this case, there are
specific policies and goals that do
not support the proposals.
2. Whether a proposed map
amendment furthers the
specific purpose
statements of the zoning
ordinance;
The proposed Master Plan
and Zoning Map
Amendments conflict with
the purpose statement of the
zoning ordinance.
21A.02.030: The purpose of this
title is to promote the health,
safety, morals, convenience,
order, prosperity and welfare of
the present and future inhabitants
of Salt Lake City, to implement
the adopted plans of the City, and
to carry out the purposes of the
Municipal Land Use Development
and Management Act, title 10,
chapter 9, of the Utah Code.
The proposal does not promote
the order and welfare of the
community because it is not
consistent with the adopted
community plan. The
amendments do not implement
the adopted plans of the City.
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3. The extent to which a
proposed map
amendment will affect
adjacent properties;
The proposed zoning and
master plan amendments
would negatively affect
adjacent properties as a
result of the increase in scale
and intensity.
As discussed in Issue 2, if the
properties were to be rezoned to
RMF-35, a 15 unit multi-family
building could potentially be
constructed. The building could
reach 35 feet in height with
smaller setbacks and an increased
lot coverage allowance. This would
decrease the amount of open
space on the parcels. Additionally,
the RMF-35 doesn’t require or
contain any design standards or
review. The lack of design
standards could permit an out of
context and character structure to
be constructed.
Attachment E contains a summary
of both zoning districts and a
visualization of what could be
constructed. The R-2 zoning
district provides more compatible
setbacks, lot coverage and height
limitations in relation to the
existing context, which contains
lower scaled residential structures.
The RMF-35 designation would
permit the number of dwelling
units proposed by the applicant.
However, there is an impactful
difference between the level of
development that would be
allowed under the current R-2 and
the RMF-35.
4. Whether a proposed map
amendment is consistent
with the purposes and
provisions of any
applicable overlay zoning
district which may
impose additional
standards; and
Future development would
need to comply with
applicable overlays.
Subject properties are located
within the Ground Water Source
Protection Overlay. Public
Utilities would require additional
standards for future development
of the properties.
5. The adequacy of public
facilities and services
intended to serve the
subject property,
including, but not limited
to, roadways, parks and
recreational facilities,
police and fire protection,
schools, storm water
drainage systems, water
supplies, and wastewater
and refuse collection.
City services can be provided
to the site
The subject property is located
within a built environment where
public facilities and services
already exist. An increase in the
number of dwelling units
permitted under the RMF-35 may
require upgrading the utilities and
drainage systems. However, such
upgrades would be required for
any new larger use on the
property through the building
permit process.
No concerns were received from
other City departments regarding
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the zoning amendment or the
potential for additional
development intensity/density on
these properties.
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ATTACHMENT H: PUBLIC PROCESS AND COMMENTS
The applications were received on July 19, 2019.
The applications were routed on August 8, 2019.
Early notification and Recognized Community Organization Notification was sent on August 9, 2019.
Staff attended the East Central Community Council on September 19, 2019. East Central Community
Council counted 115 people in attendance. The following questions, concerns and items were discussed:
•History of the subject properties
•Concerns about neighborhood impacts.
•Concerns about how many individuals live within the structures
•Some individuals expressed the need for additional housing units within the neighborhood
•What is the energy target of the proposed development
•Parking concerns with the proximity to the University of Utah
•Concerns about garbage pickup
•The City should focus on protecting the R-2
•Concerns about the existing state of the structures
•Questions about the current rent from the tenants
•Concerns about the motivation of the proposals
•Comments about increasing housing stock and should increase affordability
•Concerns about the impact of RMF-35 to abutting properties
Staff has also held an Open House on October 7, 2019 at the 10th East Senior Center. Staff received several
comments via email and written comments, which are all attached. Additionally, a public petition was
submitted, which is also attached.
Staff posted the properties January 30, 2020.
Planning Commission Agenda posted to web on January 30, 2020
Public hearing notices mailed on January 30, 2020
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Neighborhood Meetings are held monthly on the third Thursday of the month 7-8:30 pm at Judge Memorial High School.
ECC Mailing address: 606 Trolley Square Salt Lake City, Utah 84102
Email: eastcentralcommunity@gmailcom
On the web: www.eastcentralcc.org
Via Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/EastCentralCommunityCouncil
https://www.facebook.com/PorchfestSaltLake
General Membership Meeting
September 19, 2019, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Judge Memorial Catholic High School
650 South 1100 East, Library
Agenda
7:00-7:10 Welcome & Announcements
Esther Hunter – Chair, East Central Community
7:10-7:25 Police and Mayor’s Office Report
Officer Bishop
Tim Cosgrove, Community liaison for the Salt Lake City Mayors office
Banks Court
7:25-8:00 Community Development & Land Use
Zoning Map Amendment and Master Plan Amendment
R2 (Single and Two-Family Residential District) to RMF 35
(Moderate Density Multi-Family Residential)
Graham Filbert on behalf of the property owners
159 S. Lincoln, 949, 955, 959, 963 East 200 South
Send proposal comments to eastcentralcommunity@gmail.com & to
Kelsey Lindquist, Senior Planner, Salt Lake City Planning 801.535.7930
8:00-8:15 2020 CIP Application
1200 East medians – Curb, Irrigation, Trees
8:15-8:30 Your Turn – Step up to the Microphone
8:30 Adjournment
Your neighborhood Representatives:
Bennion: 700 -1000 East, 400 -900 South
Travis Jones, 801.664.7138
Bryant: 700 - 900 East, South Temple-400 South
Melinda Main, 801.651.9705
Douglas: 500-900 South, 1000-1400 East
Kim Foster, 801.419.1234
University Gardens: 900- 1400 East, South Temple-500 South/S curve
Esther Hunter, 801.209.3455
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October 7, 2019
Dear Neighbors,
Please take a few moments to take a survey regarding 5 parcels located on 200 South and also Lincoln
Street in our neighborhood.
We would very much like to gather your input regarding the requested master plan and zoning
amendment for the properties located at 159 S. Lincoln Street and 949/955/959 and 963 East 200 South
from R2 (single family and two family residential) to RMF-35 (moderate density multi-family residential).
The owners of the property are seeking to rezone the property with the intent to demolish the existing
structures to build new apartment townhomes for rent.
If you were not able to attend the last East Central Community meeting on this topic, more information
can be found on the East Central Community Facebook page or by attending an open house on the topic
being held today October 7 at the 10th East Senior Center (257 South 10th East) from 5-7pm.
Thank you so much for your participation and thoughtful input.
Esther
In behalf of the ECC Executive Board & the ECC Community Development and Land Use Committee
We are interested in understanding how the local community feels about the
proposed Master Plan and Zoning Map Amendment from low density single and
two family (R2) to medium density multifamily zoning (RMF-35) for the five lots
located at 159 S. Lincoln, 949/955/959/963 E. 200 South.
1. How much do you support this change in land use?
Strongly support
Strongly oppose
2. Following up to the previous question, why do you feel that way?
3. Please list the extent to which this proposed change will affect adjacent
properties, your property, or the ECC neighborhood. Consider all types of positive
and negative impacts such as on quality of life, sunlight, privacy, property values,
noise, neighborhood safety, density, smell, availability of housing options,
appearance etc.
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4. Please state your opinion of the adequacy and impact of public facilities and
services for this location such as roadways, parks/open space, refuse collection,
wastewater collection, police/fire protection, etc.
5. Please list any other comments or questions about this proposal.
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January 20, 2020
Kelsey Lindquist
Senior Planner
Community & Neighborhoods, Planning Division
Salt Lake City Corporation
Regarding: Planning Petition PLNPCM2019-00683 and 00684
Zoning Map amendment and Master Plan Amendment
159 S. Lincoln, 949/955/959/963 E. 200 South
Request to change R-2 zoning to RMF-35 and future land use map from low to medium density
Dear Kelsey,
This letter is to reaffirm the position of the East Central Community Council as opposing
this petition. The ECC does not find this petition in keeping with the purposes, goals,
objectives and policies of the Central Community Master Plan, the zoning ordinance or the
Growing Salt Lake Housing Plan in this location.
This conclusion was reached after an extensive amount of time in working directly with the
applicant on possible options that would either preserve or preserve and repair the majority of
existing structures but allow added development that could potentially enhance the neighborhood
area, on line surveys, door to door petitions, CDLU review comparing master plan, housing plan
and other city adopted plans, ECC Land Use/ Executive Board/General Meetings, social media
announcements and cottage meetings.
Spot zoning is rarely smart planning.
While the ECC does support appropriate development, redevelopment and the 5 year Growing Salt
Lake Housing Plan (especially owner occupied workforce housing), we support this effort on the
appropriate parcels already zoned or positioned for this type of density of which there are a
great many parcels available in the ECC and a multitude of opportunities on the fixed transit
routes.
The ECC on line survey (attached) via the proprietary ECC email list of confirmed neighbors
who live or own in the area garnered the largest on line response the ECC has had for an on line
petition with 731 responses of which 714 were strongly opposed with 17 strongly in favor and 1
who did not answer this question. Negative impacts to adjacent properties or to the
neighborhood are summarized and comments are listed.
The door to door petition that the ECC previously sent to you with 198 signatures collected by
Monica has increased and is being resent under a separate cover. Our understanding is that this
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petition now carries approximately 300 signatures. The overlap between the on line survey and
the door to door petition is 32. All other signatures and survey responses are unique.
A master plan and the existing zoning map helps inform people as they make significant
investment decisions of where to live and thrive. The impact of this type of proposed spot
zoning and development is significant to the financial investment made by every home owner in
this area. Spot zoning stops people from being able to trust that their investment or quality of
life will be protected.
The ECC and neighbors cite negative quality of life and investment impacts such as lack of design
compatibility, size/height and scale of the proposed development in comparison to the homes they
own, increase in traffic congestion, and problems with traffic patterns to and from the site (Lincoln is
a small street onto a small street of 200 South or the major corridor to the University of Utah), lack of
setback that interrupts the existing historic feature, loss of mature trees that would be required on the
site that provide better air/shade/visual improvements, etc., distance buffers to adjacent neighbors,
noise of all the additional units/pick-up deliveries/etc., size and locations of trash/recycling
containers, increased density in an area already over built with apartment buildings and houses
broken into multifamily dwellings (average density in Salt Lake is 1776 per square mile while the
ECC caries 9289 per square mile without the new developments on fixed transit) parking impacts,
loss of privacy, loss of light, smell, visual impact of design, property value decrease as estimated by
several real estate brokers, block face/ street face/ pattern disruption on both 200 South and on
Lincoln and lack of design compatibility to historic and other features in this district.
The ECC is concerned with the impact on and displacement of existing tenants. Additional housing
units and density does not equal affordable or workforce housing.
The County lists 29 bedrooms for these five homes with tenants stating that the count of people
living at this location has been 50. The proposal submitted proposes 16 luxury units which displaces
affordable/workforce housing during construction and once built next to the number 2 bus route most
needed for transport. One sample tenant comment from the ECC survey:
“My rent is $900 plus $300 for utilities. Where will I go? I have looked and there is no
housing available to me. I can’t give my name because we were told if we get involved
in this cause to save our homes we will be evicted. I can’t get evicted. I have to live in
this area. I have no car and depend on the bus for my job.”
The ECC is fragile. Each block face matters.
The ECC is a unique gem within not only Salt Lake City but unique in the US for its walkability
and historic features. It includes all types of housing such as student, families, workforce, senior
and assisted living with all types of buildings from cottages to historic mansions and multifamily
dwellings. It has unique wide park strips, gardens and old growth trees. All types of resources are
a stroll or short transit ride away from coffee shops to medical facilities; from the University of
Utah to shopping Downtown or at 9th and 9th.
This is a community where you can truly age in place.
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Due to its location the ECC continues to be an area highly sought after for development as it is seen as a
significant profit generator. Rather than utilize parcels already zoned for higher density, many
developers seek to spot zone lower cost properties, tearing into the neighborhood fabric with little
regard for the impacts they bring. In this particular case, 5 properties less than 250 feet from this
location already zoned RMF 45 came on the market where the proposed design could have been built
without a rezone.
Developers cite financial hardship and that they need to bring extra density to make a project “ pencil”,
yet the day to day financial hardship brought to existing property owners who have a loss of quality of life
and property value must also be considered.
he ECC cannot possibly accommodate the scope of all growth needed in the city, nor all student
housing for the U, without losing the very essence of what makes the ECC so unique. This very type
of neighborhood, thriving, walkable, all services and housing types, aging in place that the City hopes to
create is already here. We cannot continue to sacrifice the ECC. We suggest that it is especially
important that all rezoning and development be carefully considered to not destroy our existing
neighborhood.
At the same time, neither the city nor the ECC can afford this type of property management with a
complete disregard for the living conditions of the tenants and the associated impacts on the well-being
and peace of the neighborhood. However, this is a matter of enforcement not of zoning.
The ECC would urge you to submit a negative recommendation for this proposal as it is currently
outlined. We ask that the City considers saying no to spot zoning but looks to carefully encourages
the needed housing units without negatively impacting quality of life, disrupting the existing fabric
and charm of our historic neighborhoods.
With warm regards,
Esther Hunter, Chair East Central Community Council
In behalf of the East Central Community Council and Executive Board
eastcentralcommunity@gmail.com
www.eastcentralcc.org
Comments noted on the ECC survey responses:
Loss of old growth trees. The other day they had one of the renters chopping down trees.
Sections fell on the roof damaging the roof, on the sidewalk damaging the sidewalk and
causing a safety hazard. Our air quality is bad. We need the trees.
If this is built I will no longer have light or air on this side of my property.
The properties they say are the average size and height of what they want to build are all
non-conforming exceptions made. They are on 10th East not Lincoln.
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I have invested significant money into remodeling my home. An apartment complex
across the street from me will devalue my property value.
The living conditions are really bad….rodents, black mold, curtains to divide rooms,
safety and fire hazards, water and sewer leaking from the ceiling.
National historic district. Surveyed for the expansion of the City University Historic
District. Surveyed as contributing. Loss of significant and large historic contributing
buildings that impact the streetscape and rhythm of the district, both sides of the
blockface. (Intensive level survey for expanded historic district submitted under separate
cover).
I already encounter significant traffic and parking impacts onto Lincoln, 200 South with
the island and number 2 bus line. There is no plan for visitor parking. If every 3 bedroom
is rented to two people that’s a potential of 94 cars plus visitors.
They say families…I bet they sell. This is just to increase property value..or they break
up each unit and rent by room like they are now to students. They are not following the
law now in how they are renting the five houses.
The present owners should not be rewarded with a higher zone to increase their property
value given how poorly they have treated these properties, the neighbors and
neighborhood for more than 20 years.
I came to the meeting in full support but the more I heard from everyone I realized that if
they haven’t taken care of the properties for the last 25 years, why would they take care
of the new property. Back of the envelop says they would see a 128% increase in
property value for negatively impacting me for the last 25 years.
Loss of green space. There's no backyards in the townhomes. These aren't places people
would want to raise kids, and I'd like to see us promoting places that are family friendly and
don't just cater to downtown young professionals (I say that as one myself) and/or college
students.
There are low cost options for fixing foundations and other problems. We’ve all done it. All
of our homes in this area are old. There is also a major tax incentive for repairs that could be
used.
During the rezone of the fixed transit corridor we were promised we would not have transit
bleed into our neighborhood where developers would be able to rezone and tear down the
neighborhood.
I don’t trust that they are going to build what they say they are going to build. They just
want to increase their property value.
Loss and displacement for low income housing with approximately 50 people affected.
More density in this area does not equal affordability or workforce housing.
The dissenting comments from the minority opinion:
There are weekly issues in the existing building with drug problems and crime. This has
been going on for years. We have a high crime rate in this area due to the way these
properties are rented and managed. A new development would clean up this situation.
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My property value is significantly decreased due to the slum nature of the way these
properties are managed. I have invested a great deal of time and funds into my historic
home.
I like the design. It is better than what is there now.
Luxury townhomes would increase property values and bring additional neighbors which
is a plus to increase our social circle. I like living in a city that is thriving.
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From:
Cc:east central
Subject:Goals of Growing SLC – Analysis of Consistency with Map and Master Plan Amendment Applications
PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-00684
Date:Tuesday, October 15, 2019 1:21:13 PM
Attachments:Growing SLC Goals and Objectives App Consistency 1.pdf
Dear Kelsey,
I have completed my review of the Salt Lake City Growing SLC 2018-2023 Housing Plan and the consistency or
lack thereof of the Map and Master Plan Amendment Applications PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-00684
for the
properties at 159 S Lincoln Street and 949-963 E 200 S.
Please add my analysis and conclusions to the docket and official set of comments submitted to the Planning
Commission. I hope these will also be useful for the staff report review of the same plan.
I copy my summary conclusions here for emphasis:
"In summary, this reviewer has read the entire Growing SLC Plan in detail, including attachments, and
working through every single goal and objective. Based on this review, the Map and Master Plan Amendment
Application is entirely inconsistent with the Growing SLC Plan in every category that applies to the
application in question. The emphasis of the Growing SLC Plan is 1) to preserve and enhance affordable
housing and 2) promote and enhance fair and equitable housing. The application is entirely contrary to these
overarching goals. This contradicts the claims made by the applicant (owner representative Graham Gilbert)
at the East Central Community Council general meeting in September that the Housing Plan supported the
proposal. The mere fact that Salt Lake City “has a housing crisis” does not logically support this
application because the crisis is one of affordability and preservation and expansion of affordable units,
not just units in general. This application, were it to be approved, would set the stage for the demolition
of 5 contributing historic houses with 9 legal and affordable units, to be replaced by “luxury” apartments.
See below for the summary of my full analysis.
Based on this analysis, the applications should summarily be rejected with a negative vote by the Planning
Commission."
I hope to submit additional comments in the near future, but for now I wanted to get these to you.
Sincerely,
Jen Colby, M.A. Public Administration and Resident at 160 S Lincoln Street, SLC, UT 84102
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1 Goals of Growing SLC – Analysis of Consistency with Map and Master Plan Amendment Applications PLNPCM2019‐00683 & PLNPCM2019‐00684 By Jen Colby, M.A. Public Administration, and resident at 160 S Lincoln St, SLC, 84102 In order to assess whether the Map and Master Plan Amendment Applications PLNPCM2019‐00683 & PLNPCM2019‐00684 is consistent with the Growing SLC Housing Plan, I: Downloaded the Progress Report from Dashboard found at https://www.slc.gov/hand/programs/ 10‐2‐2019 Deleted the information in the third column; Changed the table third column title to “Is the Application Consistent? “ Completed my personal review of the application as compared to the goals and objectives of the Housing Plan. My conclusions are below. Note that all text in standard font is copied directly from the Progress Report. I have included all of the Goals and Objectives even though several of them are directed at city staff or council for action and are not directly applicable. In that case, I have noted “N/A” in the third column to indicate that the particular item does not pertain to this application, or the amendment process more generally. My own additions and notes are in italics and highlighted yellow. In summary, this reviewer has read the entire Growing SLC Plan in detail, including attachments, and working through every single goal and objective. Based on this review, the Map and Master Plan Amendment Application is entirely inconsistent with the Growing SLC Plan in every category that applies to the application in question. The emphasis of the Growing SLC Plan is 1) to preserve and enhance affordable housing and 2) promote and enhance fair and equitable housing. The application is entirely contrary to these overarching goals. This contradicts the claims made by the applicant (owner representative Graham Gilbert) at the East Central Community Council general meeting in September that the Housing Plan supported the proposal. The mere fact that Salt Lake City “has a housing crisis” does not logically support this application because the crisis is one of affordability and preservation and expansion of affordable units, not just units in general. This application, were it to be approved, would set the stage for the demolition of 5 contributing historic houses with 9 legal and affordable units, to be replaced by “luxury” apartments. See below for the summary of my full analysis. Based on this analysis, the applications should summarily be rejected with a negative vote by the Planning Commission. GROWING SLC Goals and Objectives: GOAL 1: INCREASE HOUSING OPTIONS: REFORM CITY PRACTICES TO PROMOTE A RESPONSIVE, AFFORDABLE, HIGH‐OPPORTUNITY HOUSING MARKET In order to respond to Salt Lake City’s changing demographics and the housing needs of its diverse communities, it is critical to begin to look within the City for real and responsive change that will encourage the market to develop the housing and infrastructure needed to accommodate our growing community. This goal focuses on the need to increase the diversity of housing types and opportunities in the city by seeking policy reforms that can enhance the flexibility of the land‐use code and create an efficient and predictable development process for community growth. Strategic policy decisions that integrate the transportation system, development related infrastructure, financial institutions, and data, as well as innovative design and construction methods, can break down social and economic segregation, thus building a city for everyone. PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-0068473February 12, 2020
2 Objective 1: Review and modify land‐use and zoning regulations to reflect the affordability needs of a growing, pioneering city Objective Action Is the Application Consistent? 1.1.1 Develop flexible zoning tools and regulations, with a focus along significant transportation routes. N/A 1.1.2 Develop in‐fill ordinances that promote a diverse housing stock, increase housing options, create redevelopment opportunities, and allow additional units within existing structures, while minimizing neighborhood impacts. NO. The current structures already represent diverse housing stock and the “missing middle” as described in the Plan. They have housed diverse tenant occupants over the years. Furthermore, one of the structures is a legal triplex which was established thanks to the prior unit legalization process. The discussion of the Objective in the GROWING SLC document (p. 19) recommends reestablishing unit legalization. If that were to happen, the two current duplexes could be converted to tri‐plexes, adding 2 net units. The two current single family structures could possibly become duplexes under current zoning, with a total of 13 units on the 5 properties under CURRENT R2 ZONING. The application proposes to create significant negative impacts to the National Historic District neighborhood character as well as to the surrounding properties by setting the stage to tear down these examples of diverse housing stock and replacing them with luxury apartments that, based on preliminary drawings, detract from the block face and character of the street. 1.1.3 Revise the Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance to expand its application and develop measures to promote its use. N/A PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-0068474February 12, 2020
3 Objective Action Is the Application Consistent? 1.1.4 Reduce parking requirements for affordable housing developments and eliminate parking requirements in transit‐rich, walkable neighborhoods or when the specific demographics of a development require less parking, such as senior populations. N/A Objective 2: Remove impediments in City processes to encourage housing development. Objective Action Is the Application Consistent? 1.2.1 Create an expedited processing system to increase City access for those developers constructing new affordable units. N/A Objective 3: Lead in the construction of innovative housing solutions. Objective Action Is the Application Consistent? 1.3.1 Lead in the development of new affordable housing types, as well as construction methods that incorporate innovative solutions to issues of form, function, and maintenance. NO. The current structures are all rented as affordable units according to information provided by the owners and tenants. The proposed replacement structures will be aimed at a “luxury” market with rents targeted at ~$2,000 per unit, according to information provided in various forums by the owners or family representatives. They have indicated their willingness to consider adding one “affordable” unit in the new buildings they propose, which means a net loss of 8 currently affordable units as well as the contributing historic houses they are located in. 1.3.2 Establish partnerships with housing industry leaders to construct innovative and affordable developments. NO. The owners have not disclosed who their developer partner would be so we do not know if they would qualify as an industry leader. However, based on the information they have provided the buildings would not be either innovative nor affordable. Quite the contrary. PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-0068475February 12, 2020
4 Objective 4: Provide residents, community advocates, business leaders, and elected officials with high‐quality data to drive decision‐making. Objective Action Is the Application Consistent? 1.4.1 Maintain a public‐facing set of housing metrics to provide insight into market characteristics and the performance of regulatory changes that will drive decision making. N/A GOAL 2: AFFORDABLE HOUSING: INCREASE HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES AND STABILITY FOR COST‐BURDENED HOUSEHOLDS This goal is dedicated to serving and addressing the needs of those most vulnerable in our community. It is driven by a strong belief that housing stability is good for the entire city, adding income to small businesses, creating food stability for children, and allowing residents to enrich their neighborhoods. Salt Lake City needs to pursue a combination of strategies outlined in the objectives below to achieve this goal. There is no singular initiative that will resolve this crisis, it must be addressed with a range of strategies to best fit the diverse needs of our entire community. Objective 1: Prioritize the development of new affordable housing with an emphasis on households earning 40% AMI and below. Objective Action Is the Application Consistent? 2.1.1 Convene a Blue Ribbon Commission for affordable housing comprised of industry experts, advocates, partners, and government entities. N/A 2.1.2 Consider an ordinance that would require and incentivize the inclusion of affordable units in new developments. N/A 2.1.3 Offer incentives to developers of affordable housing such as land discounts and primary financing options. N/A. However, there are existing programs that the current owners could tap to upgrade and rehabilitate the current structures and retain them as affordable units instead of requesting these amendments with the intent to tear down the structures and replace them with generic‐looking “luxury” apartment buildings. These include state historic preservation tax credits and federal tax credits. PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-0068476February 12, 2020
5 Objective 2: Pursue funding for affordable housing opportunities. Objective Action Is the Application Consistent? 2.2.1 Propose a significant, long‐term, and sustainable funding source for the development, preservation, and stability of affordable housing. N/A. However, there are existing programs that the current owners could tap to upgrade and rehabilitate the current structures and retain them as affordable units instead of requesting these amendments with the intent to tear down the structures and replace them with generic‐looking “luxury” apartment buildings. These include state historic preservation tax credits and federal tax credits. 2.2.2 Pursue legislative change at the state and federal level that would create opportunities for new incentives and revenue sources. N/A Objective 3: Stabilize very low‐income renters. Objective Action Is the Application Consistent? 2.3.1 Work with housing partners and government entities to create an incentivized rent assistance program. N/A. That said, continuing to erode the net number of existing naturally affordable unit housing stock, much of which is in older and historic buildings, just increases the need for these programs and costs the city more $. 2.3.2 Work with housing partners and government entities to continue supporting and enhancing service models that meet the needs of the City ís [sic] most vulnerable households. N/A. That said, some of the current tenants would likely qualify as most vulnerable households. For example, when asked about what they would do if they lost their leases, some of the tenants said they had nowhere to go and other rentals were far too expensive. When you are in a hole, first stop digging. PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-0068477February 12, 2020
6 Objective 4: Secure and preserve long‐term affordability. Objective Action Is the Application Consistent? 2.4.1 Create an Affordable Housing Community Land Trust. N/A. 2.4.2 Work with community partners and government entities to acquire hotels, multi‐family properties, and surplus land to preserve or redevelop them as affordable housing. NO. Instead, these properties could be acquired, rehabilitated, and maintained as public affordable housing. The two smaller single‐unit structures would be terrific as affordable owner units, with the underlying land retained by the city but the residents buying into the structures and building equity, like the program in Burlington Vermont: https://www.burlingtonvt.gov/CEDO/Buy‐a‐Home 2.4.3 Structure renovation programs to reduce utility, energy, and maintenance costs while promoting healthy living. NO. The owners request the amendments with the clear intent to demolish rather than rehabilitate or renovate the existing structures. Objective 5: Work with landlords to improve their housing stock and rent to very low‐income households earning 40% AMI and below. PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-0068478February 12, 2020
7 Objective Action Is the Application Consistent? 2.5.1 Support and potentially expand incentives for landlords to rent low income households, including landlord insurance programs. NO. The owners request the amendments with the clear intent to demolish structures with 9 currently affordable and replace with luxury units. The current city ordinances and programs, sadly, seem to encourage this type of development proposal rather than discourage or disincentivize it. 2.5.2 Enhance neighborhood development programs to entice landlords of substandard properties to improve their rental units. NO. The City has consistently failed to enforce its EXISTING landlord licensing, fit premise, building permitting, business licensing, property maintenance, and other current ordinances that would have helped prevent these properties from becoming so substandard in the first place. The current state of the properties is what is clearly leading to whatever small amount of support there is in the neighborhood for this proposal because some people say “anything would be better than the current situation”. This is an enforcement, not zoning problem. Landlords who rack up numerous violations should be disqualified from receiving incentives for some period of time until they are consistently operating their rental units within the law. Good landlords and rental unit owners would seem to be penalized if those who operate in a substandard fashion then receive incentives not to behave quite so badly. Objective 6: Increase home ownership opportunities. PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-0068479February 12, 2020
8 Objective Action Is the Application Consistent? 2.6.1 Increase funding, marketing, and partnerships that will lead to more affordable homeownership programs within the city's network of homeownership partners. N/A. The properties in question are currently rentals and the owners have indicated their intention to keep them as such. However, as noted above, the two smaller single‐unit structures would be good candidates as affordable ownership units (159 Lincoln St and 963 E 200 S). Property is fungible and the owners could decide to sell these properties and buy other parcels in an already appropriately zoned area for their desired new construction. GOAL 3: EQUITABLE & FAIR HOUSING: BUILD A MORE EQUITABLE CITY Equity is not only about eliminating discrimination, it is also about increasing access to opportunity. One of the guiding principles of Plan Salt Lake is to create an equitable city by ensuring “access to all city amenities for all citizens while treating everyone equitably with fairness, justice, and respect.” The City will accomplish this by working to eliminate housing discrimination, strategically investing in neighborhoods that stand the most to gain, and building a city that meets needs of a diverse population. Objective 1: Eliminate incidences of housing discrimination in Salt Lake City. Objective Action Is the Application Consistent? 3.1.1 Utilize data and evaluation efforts developed by partner organizations about housing discrimination to meet the City's requirements under the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing ruling. N/A PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-0068480February 12, 2020
9 Objective Action Is the Application Consistent? 3.1.2 Work with partners to enhance awareness and resources around tenant rights and responsibilities. NO. Unfortunately, tenants have very few rights in Utah as it is, and city outreach to tenants is basically nonexistent. According to some of the current tenants, if they complained about unfit premises they were threatened with or in fact evicted. They report routinely doing their own (unpermitted) work to try to keep up the current properties, for which the owners indicate they will be compensated but then never do so. These particular tenants have now been threatened with eviction if they speak to some of the neighborhood organizers who oppose the amendments, or if they themselves speak up. The City is utterly failing to uphold tenant rights or owner responsibilities. Further, the tenants’ fundamental federal constitutional rights of free speech, assembly, and public participation are undermined when the consequence of expressing such rights is potential eviction and loss of housing. PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-0068481February 12, 2020
10 Objective 2: Align resources and invest in strategic expansion of opportunity throughout all neighborhoods of the city and access to existing areas of opportunity. Objective Action Is the Application Consistent? 3.2.1 Align financial resources to increase opportunity in neighborhoods that score below 4.0 on the Opportunity Index's 10 point scale. N/A 3.2.2 Make strategic affordable housing investments in high opportunity neighborhoods. N/A. That said, continuing to erode the net number of existing naturally affordable unit housing stock, much of which is in older and historic buildings, just increases the need for these programs and costs the city more $. 3.2.3 Work with partners at the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute to produce an updated Opportunity Index assessment as a tool for guiding City investment. N/A Objective 3: Implement life cycle housing principles in neighborhoods throughout the city. Objective Action Is the Application Consistent? 3.3.1 Support diverse and vibrant neighborhoods by aligning land use policies that promote a housing market capable of accommodating residents throughout all stages of life. NO. Note that the Housing Indicators page has not been updated since Q2 of 2017. https://www.slc.gov/hand/housing‐indicators/ PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-0068482February 12, 2020
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October 5, 2019
Kelsey Lindquist
Senior Planner
Community and Neighborhoods Planning Division
Salt Lake City Corporation
Regarding: Planning Petition PLNPCM2019-00683 and 00684
Zoning Map amendment and Master Plan Amendment
159 S. Lincoln, 949/955/959/963 E. 200 South
Request to change R-2 zoning to RMF-35 and
future land use map from low to medium density
Historic Survey – Contributing structures
Dear Kelsey;
It has long been the intent of the ECC and the UNC to follow the adopted motion of the
Planning Commission to extend the designation for the local University Historic District from
the middle of 1100 East to the western side of 900 East between South Temple and 400 South.
Four of the five houses in the current rezone petition are considered significant and
contributing to the National Historic District and to the intended extension of the local
University Historic District.
Your thoughtful consideration of the importance of these structures to the history and fabric of
this neighborhood is appreciated.
At the time when the local University Historic District was recommended (by the Historic
Landmark Commission, the Planning Commission) and created by the City Council, intensive
level survey information had been gathered to the center of 1100 East however resources were
limited to complete the intended work for these blocks.
It was a lack of resources that delayed this effort not for the lack of significance.
The local district was established to the middle of 1100 East but with an adopted motion by the
Planning Commission that the district be extended as soon as the survey work could be
completed.
In 2006 the City Council allocated additional funding to allow this survey work to continue.
Intensive level surveys were commissioned by the City to be completed by Korral Broschinsky
an independent expert in the field. The intensive level surveys have been included with this
letter.
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While the City historic district extension has not yet been completed, it continues to be our
intended hope. Also, these structures and their history ARE listed in the
Bryant/Bennion/Douglas National Historic District as unique and significant to the development
of this portion of early Salt Lake.
The ECC is asking that you consider this information in your review of the planned demolition of
these structures.
Please include this letter and its attachments in the packet provided to the Planning
Commission.
Sincerely,
Esther Hunter
Chair, East Central Community Council & University Neighborhood Council
Sincerely in behalf of the Executive Board of the East Central Community
Eastcentralcommunity@gmail.com
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University Neighborhood
Historic District
Expansion
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Introduction
Context
Development Pattern
Study Area
District Criteria
Qualifications
Readiness
Endangerment
Support
Summary
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History
HLC Briefing July 16, 1991
HLC Hearing August 7, 1991
Planning Commission Sept. 5, 1991
Mr. Neilson moved to approve the
University Neighborhood Historical
District as presented in the staff
report and directed staff to start
to work on the inclusion of the
five additional blocks west to
1000 East.
Motion carried- unanimous
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Expansion Request approx. 7 blocks
(Complete Old Business from 1991)
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Development Pattern
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Plat F same Characteristics
as Plat B
Became a fashionable
neighborhood after the
University was moved to above
1300 East in 1899.
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Streetcar Line in 1900 on
South Temple connected Downtown with the new Location of the
University
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University Neighborhood
Historic District
Significance Established
NRHP - October 30, 1991
Criteria A
Reflects the history of Salt Lake
population growth 20,000 in
1880 to 92,000 in 1920
Demographic pattern
Economic shift agriculture to
industry
University of Utah
Relocated to current site
in 1900
Area home to faculty, staff,
students, professional
people
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Significance Established
NRHP - October 30, 1991
Self-sufficient neighborhood
one of the few outside the core of
Salt Lake City
Contained residential,
commercial, public, and
institutional buildings
City Beautiful movement
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Significance Established
NRHP - October 30, 1991
Criteria B
Prominent Salt Lake City
Residents
Many taught at the University
of Utah in Medicine, Theatre
Dance, Architecture, Art
Science
Professional contribution
In the fields of business, law
medicine, politics and mining
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Significance Established
NRHP - October 30, 1991
Criteria C
Craftsmanship of design and
construction materials
associated with this era
1883-1941
Excellent examples of the
styles popular in SLC and
Utah during
fist quarter of 2oth century
Significant and modest
examples of prominent
Utah architects
Represent the hallmark styles
of the Progressive Era
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Relevance
Percentage of
Resources with
significance, integrity,
and age requirement
4 Blocks -91%
(93.3% within 1-5 Years)
3 additional Blocks- 78%
However the buildings are
significant
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Significance Established
NRHP - October 30, 1991
This neighborhood
reflects three periods of
growth
and is unlike any other
neighborhood
due to its range of styles
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Concentration of new types of resources not yet
protected in SLC
1847-1946
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Examples of Prominent
Salt Lake City
Residents
•1006 E. 100 So. Aaron Keyser Wealthiest person in S.L.
•1829-1914 owned SL Brewery and Keyser Real Estate
•1030 E. 100 John Bowen Ingram Vice Pres Hoover Drug
Company
•1014 E. 200 So Albert and Betty Vorse Landscaped
Murray City Park . Owner Utah Nursery Company
•1055 E. 200 So. Aquilla Nebeker United States Marshall
•1079 E. 200 So. McConaughty and Losee
Owner Lumber Business
•George Ran Aaron Keyser County Commissioner
Salt Lake Water
• 374 So. 11th E. President of Deseret Agriculture Soc
May Anderson LDS Primary Assoc. General President
•176 So. 11th Willim Tynsdale Assist. Surgeon of the Utah
National Guard
•238 So. 1000 E. Harry Staats.
Owner Saratoga swimming resort
•922 E. 200 So. Wm. Sampson Pres SL Meat Co.
•930 E. 300 So. Broadmore Apartments
•1023 E. 300 So. Robert Lewis Dean School of Mines
•250 So. 1000 E. George Mateer Home
•921 E. 100 So. Thomas Lewis Prominent Lawyer /Judge
UU Law School
•1073 E. 200 So. David Spitz Home
•955 E. 100 So. Designed by Walter Ware.
•918 E. 100 So Zeigler General Mngr. Granit Mt. Mining
•945 E. 100 So. Stephen Covey /Covey Canal Co.
House designed by David C. Hart
•954 E. 100 E. First group of teachers allowed to teach
Principal for 34 year.
•332 So. 11the E. John Evans well known author
•1023 E 3rd So. Robert Lewis Dean School of Mines
•1035 E. 200 So. Dovell Grocery VP Hoover Drug Co.
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Readiness
RLS Survey
1995
National Register
Historic Places
1995
Intensive Level
Survey
1998 (35)
2009
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Intensive Level Survey Complete on Contributory
Buildings
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Documentation in Place
• 235 Intensive Level Surveys
from 2009
• 6 Documented site Forms
• 26 Intensive Level Surveys
from 1998
• Barbara Place 1 Site form 10
buildings
•268 - Total
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Average Survey validity
10-15 years
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Contributory Buildings
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University Neighborhood
Design Guidelines /Criteria
Already in Place
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Social and Economic Data
CDBG Income Eligible Area
Percentage of Low and Moderate
Income Households by 2000
Census Tract
The Census Tract of 1910 indicates
that a substantial number of
residents rented their dwellings
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Endangerment
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Level of Endangerment
(7 Block Area)
2009
Permitted Demolition in
2009 – 1
(135 South 1100 East)
Demolitions without
Permit – 2
(300 South Block)
Other - 1
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Imminent Risk
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Need
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Lost
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Center Court & Corners
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Irreplaceable
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Land owner &
Neighborhood Support
Highlights
ECCC/UNC Priority Goal 2010
1991 ECCC/Neighborhood meetings,
letters, action
2006 City Council
Intensive Level Funding
2003-2009 Neighborhood Educational
Meetings
2006 Letter to every household
2005 Neighborhood Survey
2009 UNC/Bryant Meeting
Vote 95-5% in support
Upcoming ECCC General Meeting
April 2010
Dissenting Concerns:
Window replacement
Parking pads
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Summary
Matches the Development Pattern
91% and 78%
Significance, Integrity, Age
1847-1946
Unique Concentration of Styles
Prominent Salt Lake Residents
many involved at the U
Registered,
Intensive Level Surveys Complete
Design Guidelines in Place
Neighborhood Survey Supports
Completion of Old Business
4 or 7 blocks
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University Neighborhood
Historic District
Expansion
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From:
To:Lindquist, Kelsey
Subject:200 South Historic properties
Date:Tuesday, October 8, 2019 4:01:40 PM
Kelsey
I am writing to express my concerns about the rezoning proposal that is currently on your desk
for the historic homes on on 200 south between Lincoln and 1000 east.
I live just down the block at 1115 East and 200 South. I bought in this neighborhood for the
charm and beauty of the historic district. I bought in this neighborhood because I didn't want
live amongst massive modern apartment buildings that are going up all over the city.
When you visit other cities, what gives the city it's charm, it's character, it soul? The historic
districts are what do that for cities. It's what visitors take the most pictures of, it's what gives
this great city the warmth that it has. Do you think gateway, city creek or 400 south is what
does that? No! It's the historic districts.
I am not in favor of the proposal to rezone these properties in order for the property owner to
tear down the 4 properties in order to build 18 units of high density housing.
There is a master plan that was put in place to prevent this type of development in our historic
districts. Why would we even consider an amendment to this plan and reward a private
property owner who has neglected their properties?
If these properties were to be sold off individually there are plenty of people out there who
would jump at the opportunity to save them. The current owners say that they aren't savable.
I could not disagree with them more. Why are they are unable to afford to maintain them
when they have rental income that is being produced? How are they able to afford architects
and lawyers to put together their proposals but can't afford to maintain these magnificent
structures?
I beg you to move forward with a recommendation of denial to city council on re-zoning these
lots.
200 South is a treasure on the east side of salt lake city. It's the last remaining street with big
beautiful trees and center medians. These have been eliminated over the years on S. Temple,
100 out and 300 south. Please do not set a precedence to other property owner who are
neglecting their properties? Please do not open this can of worms? Please do not help these
property owners strip our city of it's identity so they can benefit financially.
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I beg of you to please preserve the small yet shrinking historical district that this city has left.
Thank you
Eugene Whitman
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From:Karla taylor
To:Lindquist, Kelsey
Subject:200 South Lincoln St. project
Date:Friday, October 11, 2019 12:45:15 PM
Hello,
My name is Karla Jensen and I'm writing in support of the above
project. My husband and I own the property located at 153 S. Lincoln
St. I feel that this new project will aid in cleaning up the area
where we have experienced undesirable traffic and curtail some of the
drug activity we've witnessed. Let me know if you have questions or
need any input from us.
Thank you, Karla and Kevin Jensen
--
Karla Q Taylor Jensen
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services - Utah Properties
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October 14, 2019
Tom Dickman
1784 South 800 East
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
Salt Lake City Planning Commission
P.O. Box 145480
Salt Lake City, UT 84114
Dear Planning Commission,
This letter is about the zoning change request by the property owner of five houses, four located
on 200 South: 949 East, 955 East, 959 East, and 963 East, and one at 159 Lincoln Street.
Background:
For several years Salt Lake has been subject to increased population pressures. This trend
continues. Salt Lake is an Intermountain center of production and distribution. Many high-paid
jobs, especially in the Tech and Financial sectors, attract highly educated and trained job
candidates, often from states far away.
It is important to note that these jobs require advanced education and extensive training. They
are not open to those on the bottom of the socio-economic scale. The request for the zoning
change of the properties specified above can only be understood and judged within these
developed and developing economic trends.
The City, the County, as well as the current candidates for Salt Lake City mayor, are well aware
of these trends. Much new housing is needed. Much new housing is being constructed. A major
question however rises up within the economic trends: Will they be Affordable? Affordable
housing is defined as costing for rent no more than a certain percentage of tenant income. Many,
even most, of the new housing being built within the City is indeed "affordable" to the tech and
financial job holders, who typically make between $60,000 and $120,000/year. Those with job
incomes in this range are the ones snatching up the new apartments within the city.
What though of people on the middle and lower end of the scale? Quick answer: they are being
driven out of the city. Some are losing housing altogether and are swelling the numbers of
homeless. Most are unable to pay the $1500 to $2000+ rents for the new housing. Even if they
could, there would not be enough left over to pay for transportation, utilities, food, clothing, etc.
The new housing is NOT AFFORDABLE for them.
The City, including the current mayoral candidates, can talk all they want about the need for
affordable housing. Such talk remains talk. There is new housing, yes, but it is affordable
mainly to those on the top end of the food chain. To make housing actually affordable to middle
and lower income people, at least two policies need to be implemented:
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■ A legal requirement that fixes a maximum ceiling on rent for middle income earners.
Such a ceiling would need to be a fixed maximum percentage of income of middle and low
income residents.
■ Rent control, requiring landlords to keep rent under this percentage maximum ceiling.
Some cities have instituted such policies. Salt Lake is not one of them. If, however, the City
does not adopt such strict legal requirements limiting rent-as-percentage-of-middle/lower-income
residents, housing will remain out of reach of many long-time City residents. The new housing
will be a chimera for our most deserving citizens, a simple vote-baiting dream of politicians who
use "affordable" as a catchword.
These considerations directly affect the proposed zoning change on 200 South. Current tenants
are paying rent in the $400 to $600/month range. This is affordable for them. If the proposed
new construction housing is approved, rent would rise to the prevailing rates in the area.
Existing tenants would be driven out, simply by financial pressure. New tenants would come
only from the high-end sector. This is reality. The present property owner's proposal includes
one unit out of sixteen defined as "affordable."
There are other issues involved here:
■ Provisions from the City Community Master Plan.
• Residential Land Use Goals
• Residential Land Use Policies
• Preservation Goals of the East Central North Neighborhood
• Historic Preservation Policies
• Community Preservation Plan
The proposed zoning change request, and planned medium/high density construction, directly
violate the above five provisions, which are already in effect. Specifics regarding such violations
are contained in documents currently available to the Planning Commission, and detailed by
other contributors to this planning process. More than 200 residents have signed the petition
against the zoning change.
In a few words: the Planning Commission, and the City can go ahead and approve the zoning
change request. To do so would simply confirm the City's caving to the interests of money,
property, and wealth. Caving in this way would be a slap in the face to all middle and low
income residents hoping to remain in the City. Of course, if they are evicted, many of them can
find space at one of the new Homeless Shelters. These new shelters are touted with as much
enthusiasm as the politicians' talk about Affordable Housing.
Sincerely,
Tom Dickman
cc: Salt Lake Tribune
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Monica Hilding
155 South Lincoln Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
August 30, 2019
I am writing to comment on the Planning Petition Information for PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-
00684 that was sent out by Kelsey Lindquist.
I took the following quote from: Growing SLC: A Five-Year Housing Plan 2018-2022(5-year Housing)
… the city’s housing policy must address issues of affordability at the root cause creating long-term
solutions for increasing the housing supply, expanding housing opportunities throughout the city,
addressing systemic failures in the rental market, and preserving existing units.
Exacerbating the housing crisis are local barriers to housing development. The removal of these barriers
will not solve the housing crisis… Without well-crafted policies and additional incentives, creating
greater flexibility could result in the displacement of affordable housing.
This is exactly what is happening here. In exchange for one affordable housing unit, you are going to
displace everyone living in 9 units in those five houses. Those tenants have signed extended leases, and
a number of them lived there for years. Richard, who used to mow the lawns for all five properties for
many years passed away this year. He lived in those units for more than 20 years. The lady with the red
pants who collected everyone’s cans with her two terrier mixes has also passed away 5 or 6 years ago.
Steve lived there for at least 20 years, also passed away, when he was confined to a mechanical
wheelchair at the end, he would use it to go back and forth to the stores on 7th East. There are other
tenants who have lived there more than 10 years, one more than 15 years on and off. They individually
pay between $400 and $600 a month because they share units. I believe most of them would qualify as
cost-burdened households.
Again, quoting from 5-year Housing:
Goal 1: Reform City practices to promote a responsive affordable, high-opportunity housing market.
Pg. 13 Goal 2: Increase housing opportunities for cost-burdened households
Objective 5: Work with landlords to improve their housing stock and rent to very low-income
households earning 40%AMI and below.
2 Guiding Principles For Evaluating…Housing Developments:
Pg. 15 5. Incentivize the preservation and improvement of existing affordable housing.
6. Create a net increase in affordable housing units while:
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i. Avoiding displacement of existing affordable housing
ii Retaining and expanding the diversity of innovative housing types
It seems to me that this petition does exactly the opposite by decreasing affordable housing units for
cost-burdened households. The landlords of these properties have intentionally allowed their housing
stock to deteriorate over the last 30 years by doing shoddy maintenance. I don’t know if they have
applied for support from the city to improve these units.
12. Enable residents’ success to maintain housing through partnerships with providers of
supportive services.
16. Identify tools to increase and diversify the total housing supply
18. Include innovative parking solutions especially for projects near public transit [!]
Recently the thread in the facebook page of the East Central Community Council has focused on
predatory towing along 400 South businesses. The problem is that there is not enough parking provided
at TRAX stations to accommodate all those who try to use public transportation. Parking on our street is
already a problem because of our proximity to the bus lines, the University of Utah, and TRAX. Imagine
the increased traffic and parking issues if this developer goes ahead with his plan to build additional
housing units on a street that already has parking issues, especially in the winter when people parking
on the street have no place else to put their cars! There are already several apartments on the street,
whose tenants who park regularly on the street because there is no off street parking for their units.
3 Responding to the Crisis: Comprehensive Solutions and Policies.
Goal #1 Increase Housing options: Reform city practices to promote a responsive, affordable,
high-opportunity housing market…
Predictive development process…
This zoning was not changed in the most recent master plan. Houses all along 900 East were changed
from R-2 and Multi-family to RMF-35. Most of the owners have no idea. How long ago was that? That
plan allows for the densest development closest to the Trax station. That plan is probably the most
recent of most of the areas in the city. In that plan, this area was left as R-2 in order to maintain a
diversity of housing options.
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Where the Architecture business on 2nd is, there used to be a Chinese Market. I frequented it often
because two of my students were related to the woman who ran the store. What an incredible job on
the remodel! But that parking lot which is now locked used to be an ally way and parking lot for some of
the people living in apartments on Iowa street, so more parking for residents disappeared. Many
people who regularly use public transit maintain a car for use in moving heavy items, transporting their
pets, picking up groceries, and a multitude of other uses.
I will continue to go through the Five-Year Plan to find further reasons that the zoning on these parcels
should remain. But for now, I’m sending this off and a beginning to many comments to come.
Sincerely,
Monica Hilding
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Monica Hilding
155 South Lincoln Street
SLC, UT 84102
September 5, 2019
The following excerpts taken from Central Community Master Plan are in response to Planning Petition
Information for PLNPCM2019-00683 &PLNPCM2019-00684.
Goals of this master plan
1. Protect and improve the quality of life for everyone living in the community, regardless of age or
ability.
4. Provide opportunities for smarter and more creative development practices to better serve the
community.
5. Prevent inappropriate growth in specific parts of the community.
8. Preserve historic structures and residential neighborhoods.
9. Establish recommendations for better coordination and administrative review of construction
projects and city applications.
A vision For the Central Community of the Future
The Future Land Use map, supported through zoning regulations, serves as a guide towards creating a
more livable community.
Livable communities and neighborhoods
A variety of residential land use supports all types of housing and the affordability of the housing stock.
Preservation of the housing stock is an integral part of maintaining neighborhood character.
Historic preservation preserves older structures that contribute to the culture of the community.
Central Community Neighborhoods
The Futures Commission created a vison of a typical neighborhood for Salt Lake City. The ideal
neighborhood will:
Be individual, family, elderly and youth oriented.
Be diverse
Promote public safety and be crime and drug free.
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Be well maintained. Landlords, tenants, and homeowners will share responsibility for keeping
properties in good condition. Homeownership will be encouraged where possible!
Have good traffic management that provides an adequate system for all modes of appropriate
travel. Adequate off-street parking will be available and will meet the needs of residents and
characteristics of the neighborhood.
Future land use designations assist the preservation of quality neighborhoods. The Future Land Use
map in this plan will, when supported through zoning regulations, serve as a guide towards creating
more livable neighborhoods.
Table 1 on page 4 shows that our neighborhood, East Central North has the highest population and
largest number of housing units of all except Central Community.
Bryant neighborhood
The neighborhood also has well-preserved inner courts unlike those farther west. These small streets
that penetrate the ten-acre blocks, such as Dooley and Strong courts are still lined with small cottages
dating from the beginning of the twentieth century. The combination of imposing homes on the main
streets and the small dwellings of the inner-block courts indicate that the population of this area has
always been a mixture of the rooted and the transient and the upper- and lower-income classes. The
proximity to the Central Business District and the University of Utah campus prompted early
development of the area and was a major factor in the original zoning of this neighborhood for mixed
residential uses and larger scale apartments. Pressure to develop or redevelop into higher densities has
become one of the most significant issues confronting this area.
Issues within the East Central North neighborhood
Historic preservation
Protect designated historic resources and National Register properties.
Ensure that transit-oriented development and other development patterns are consistent with historic
preservation goals.
Residential
Reduce excessive density potential, stabilize the neighborhood, and conserve the neighborhood’s
residential character
Improve zoning enforcement, including illegal conversion to apartments, yard cleanup, “slum lords,” etc.
Encourage higher density housing in East Downtown, Downtown, and Gateway to decrease the pressure
to meet those housing needs in this neighborhood.
Ensure new multi-family development is carefully sited, well designed, and compatible in scale.
Provide more affordable housing (owner occupied and rental).
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Kelsey Lindquist said that our community must show that this petition does not follow the land
standards designed for our neighborhood. Following are the residential land use policies that were
written into Central Community Land Use Plan. These are on page 9 of the document.
RLU-1.1 Preserve low-density residential areas and keep them from being replaced by higher density
residential and commercial uses.
RLU-1.4 Preserve the character of the inner-block courts.
RLU-1.5 Use residential mixed-use zones to provide residential land uses with supportive retail, service,
commercial, and small-scale offices and monitor the mix of uses to preserve the residential component.
RLU- 1.6 Encourage coordination between the Future Land Use map, zoning ordinances, and the Salt
Lake City Community Housing Plan.
RLU- 1.7 Ensure that future amendments to the zoning map or text of the zoning ordinance do not result
in a significant amount of non-conforming land uses.
RLU-2.1 Preserve housing stock through incentives and code enforcement by implementing the Salt
Lake City Community Housing Plan.
RLU- 2.2 Consider opportunities for the City to purchase residential properties and market them through
City housing programs.
RLU-2.3 Provide improvement programs for redevelopment and rehabilitation of residential structures
and neighborhoods.
RLU-2.4 Assist homebuyers by marketing available government funding programs and residential
rehabilitation programs, such as tax benefits for owners of structures in National Register Historic
districts.
RLU-2.5 Promote reduction of deterioration of residential neighborhoods through code enforcement
practices.
I believe that there is more than enough evidence that this neighborhood should not be the location of
increased density housing. I sincerely hope that the Planning Commission declines to recommend the
passage of this petition which is so contrary to the Central Community Master Plan Future Land Use
Map.
Sincerely,
Monica Hilding
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Jeff Sherlock
, As someone that entered the meeting in favor of the project, I didn't leave the meeting quite as
comfortable. 3 main issues bubbled up for me: 1. The existing family that owns these 5 parcels
intend to own and operate the new 16 unit townhome-rental development. They have been
unable to manage the existing properties over the past 30 years to the point that they are
requesting to tear them down because they can't keep them up, and yet we are supposed to
believe that they would maintain the new development? I'm skeptical. 2. I'm quite concerned
about the incentives here for other R-2 properties. They could build 7 units if the zoning
remained R-2. They could build ~16 if it's RMF-35. Back of the envelope math says that the
zoning change would make the properties combined 128% more valuable (more than double the
value). If this is approved, what's to stop every slightly rundown R-2 house in the neighborhood
from letting it get so bad that we, as a community, are held hostage until we approve some
massive zoning change. I don't think we should be rewarding property owners that can't/won't
keep up their properties. 3. A lesser concern than the first two, but there's no backyards in the
townhomes. These aren't places people would want to raise kids, and I'd like to see us promoting
places that are family friendly and don't just cater to downtown young professionals (I say that as
one myself) and/or college students.
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October 9, 2019
Kelsey Lindquist
Senior Planner
Community and Neighborhoods Planning Division
Salt Lake City Corporation
Regarding: Planning Petition PLNPCM2019-00683 and 00684
Zoning Map amendment and Master Plan Amendment
159 S. Lincoln, 949/955/959/963 E. 200 South
Request to change R-2 zoning to RMF-35 and future land use map from low to medium density
University Gardens Neighborhood petition
Dear Kelsey;
The attached petition has been submitted as feedback to the by Monica Hilding representing
primarily immediate neighbors to the subject properties.
It includes 20 pages, 198 signatures that were gathered from September 18 – October 7 by
Monica Hilding the immediate neighbor to the subject properties.
The petition is in opposition of the rezone and future land use map change. Please see the
summary statements at the beginning of the petition.
We are forwarding this information to you to be included both in your consideration as you
determine your recommendation to the Planning Commission and ask that you include these
pages in the packet given to the Commission for their review.
We will continue to forward this input as it is received. Thank you for your thoughtful
consideration.
Sincerely,
Esther Hunter
Chair, East Central Community Council & University Neighborhood Council
Sincerely in behalf of the Executive Board of the East Central Community
Eastcentralcommunity@gmail.com
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From:Peggy Alderman
To:Lindquist, Kelsey
Subject:PLNPCM2019-00683 & 00684/ map and master plan for homes at Lincoln and 200 S
Date:Tuesday, October 8, 2019 7:47:19 PM
Kelsey,
I attended a recent Planning Commission Open House regarding a plan to develop the properties at the intersection
of Lincoln and 200 S and quite frankly, as a resident of a nearby historic district , the thought of this project coming
to fruition is horrifying to me. I do realize the differences in protections in a national(of which these homes are
included)and a local historic district, but the fact that the possible rezoning and demolition of a swath of contributing
buildings in any historic district in order to make way for a generic multi-family development should send shivers
down the spine of every resident of every historic district. Where does it stop? These 5 homes are interwoven in the
story of that neighborhood and should remain so.
I have a number of issues with this project.
The petitioners, who own all 5 homes claim that an engineering firm, who I am assuming they paid, decided that
none of the homes were stable enough to withstand remodeling, however the homes are currently filled with rent
paying tenants. I am having a hard time being convinced that every home has fallen into such disrepair as to be
deemed so dilapidated that they need to be razed.....again.....full of tenants. There is a small home on U Street in the
Avenues that was vacant for over 5 years and was rehabbed and listed recently for 650K. It just takes work and
patience.
I heard the owners claim that someone has been paid for the last few years to maintain the 5 properties. They also
claim on their info page that the new townhomes will be maintained by a property manager. I’m not sure that given
the owners past history of monitoring their 5 homes, that the neighbors can be all that confident in their ability to
monitor the management of 16. I think that a new unbiased engineering study should be done on the homes.
An increase in traffic was questioned, to which the spokesperson for the owners responded that the number of cars
would only increase by a few. I’m not quite sure how increasing the number of households from 5 to 16 would only
increase the number of vehicles by a few. There was only one one bedroom proposed, with the rest two and three
bedrooms and what looked to be two car garages for those. I think that a traffic study should be done.
The neighbor adjacent to the north has a solar array on her garage, which currently has no structure to the south
blocking sunlight. The proposed plan would put two to three 35 foot buildings directly to the south of her garage.
The artist rendering of the project conveniently had the shade pattern from the townhomes trending to the south. I
have reservations about the continuing efficiency of her solar panels. I think that a shade analysis should be done.
The owner’s spokesperson stated that their would be one affordable unit.....which of course leaves 15 unaffordable
units.
Some things that I did not hear addressed while I was there was the increase in trash, noise and light pollution, as the
result of 16 households replacing 5.
I don’t begrudge anyone the opportunity to create an income stream for themselves, but I don’t believe that it should
come at the expense of the fabric of an entire neighborhood. I’m imploring the Commission to deny this petition.
Regards,
Peg. Alderman
Sent from my iPad
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From:Esther Hunter, ECC Chair
To:Lindquist, Kelsey
Subject:PLNPCM2019-00683 and 00684 Community Comment. Please include in your consideration and in the Planning
Commission packet. Thank you. Esther
Date:Tuesday, October 8, 2019 12:01:17 AM
On Tue, Sep 24, 2019, 9:39 PM Jo Starks <> wrote:
Hello Esther and east central community.
I’d like to express my feelings about the zoning change that has been requested for 200 S.,
Lincoln Street to 10th E.
I am not in favor of the proposed zone change to allow 16 units to be put at the site.
The things that make it unfavorable, in my opinion; the proposed height of the new
residences, The close proximity to the sidewalk to the structure, The lack of parking for
visitors in an already congested area.
I’d like to suggest that underground parking be suggested to the developers.
The residences that are on the block that are meant to be replaced have many issues. For
example yards are unkempt and not watered; trees are suffering on both sides of the
sidewalk. Exteriors of the houses are run d own. I have long been familiar with the one
house, “China Blue“ to be center for drug use and dealing.
I would like to consider the zoning be changed to allow for less than 16, but more than nine
residences. I believe the Salt Lake City planning person, Kelsey, had mentioned that there is
a zone that would allow for that.
Thank you for allowing my opinion to be counted.
Jo starks
227 So. 1100 East
SLC Ut 84102
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From:
To:Lindquist, Kelsey
Subject:Re: PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019--00684
Date:Thursday, August 15, 2019 8:07:53 AM
Hi Kelsey,
I want to take a moment and let you know I got the planning petition information for the
property across the street from me.
I'm at 156 S. Lincoln Street. My house was built in 1896 and I am extremely passionate about
the historic nature of the neighborhood we live in. The area of this proposal is 30 yards from
my home.
My concerns about this potential amendment would be diminishing the neighborhood historic
nature, as well as parking and street concerns. In the winter Lincoln is already is last to be
plowed, and adding more residents to the street would be very detrimental to this space.
The homes that are being considered to be replaced for a moderate density proposal are
beautiful and old and in and of themselves. To have them replaced by newer construction
would be a very shortsighted idea.
I urge the planning commission to think about these issues and consider that the impact of
traffic and new construction, as well as losing the important character of the neighborhood
would be a poor turn of events indeed.
I would of be happy to discuss this in further detail. I can be reached at 801-971-2920 or at
this email address.
Nicole Dicou
156 S Lincoln Street SLC 84102
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From:
To:Lindquist, Kelsey
Subject:Resident Feedback Regarding: Rezoning for 5 properties on 200 South, between Lincoln and 1000 East
Date:Tuesday, October 8, 2019 9:14:16 PM
Hi Kelsey,
We're reaching out in opposition to the rezoning proposal for the 5 properties on 200 South, between Lincoln and
1000 East. We live with our two young boys a block East of the proposed rezoning, at 1108 East, on 200 South.
We bought our home 4 years ago with the intentions of raising our young family here, the rest of our lives. We
bought our home because we loved the convenience of being blocks from downtown, the University, and public
transit while still being in a well established, historical area. There aren’t many neighborhoods, like ours, left in Salt
Lake.
If this rezoning passes, what other rezoning changes will be passed within our neighborhood in the future? If we
continue to allow owners of rental properties to redevelop for high capacity dwellings, our neighborhood will be
everything we avoided when we originally searched for our home in Salt Lake. We don’t want large apartment
buildings in our neighborhood/next door. We want to look out our windows and see other homes and massive 100
year old trees, not 30 foot tall concrete walls. As we've seen on the current zoning and rezoning plans, it’s VERY
clear that the rezoning for high capacity dwellings is creeping further and further East, along 200 South. We do not
want to see that continue. We want to see preservation and appreciation for what we already have. Please consider
how another rezoning will affect the future for other rezoning proposals. They will become easier and easier to pass,
eventually making single family homes obsolete in this area.
We all watched as Sugarhouse was bulldozed and redeveloped, destroying countless historical structures. Not only
are the new structures far too large and out of character for the area, the over committed dwelling unit capacities
have caused huge traffic and parking issues. Our neighborhood will not be able to physically handle rezoning after
rezoning. Not only do we oppose the rezoning for higher capacity dwellings out of fear for a similar outcome from
the structures, we also oppose the traffic and parking issues that are bound to accompany them if the rezoning is
passed. We are already in a high traffic area, with very active bus routes. We do not wish to see that increase.
Our wish for these current units is to see them fully restored and maintained. From what we understand, the current
owners claim these properties are unsalvageable, thus the redevelopment. If that’s truly that case, why in the world
are they currently occupied by renters? If they’re unable to allocate funds to restore them (which we've also heard
has been said by the owners), how are they able to allocate funds to completely demolish and redevelop? We
understand there is money to be made in rezoning/developing these units, but what’s frustrating for the residents
who actually live here is, money always speaks louder than the voices of the people effected.
We know we're not the only home owners in the area who are completely opposed to this. We just hope the
Planning Commission and City Counsel Reps can hear and act on our united opposition.
If you could please forward this on for consideration in the final decision, it would be appreciated.
Thank you,
Brandon & Elisabeth Bennett
1108 East 200 South
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Comments on
PLNPCM2019-00683 &PLNPCM2019-00684 Map and Master Plan Amendment for: 159 S.
Lincoln, 949 E., 955 E., 959 E., and 963 E., 200 S.
From:
Sanford Meek
976 E. 200 S., SLC, UT, 84102-2431
I am opposed to the plan to re-zone these parcels from R-2 to RMF-35. The reasons are
outlined below.
1. Zoning is one of the most serious issues in city planning and neighborhood preservation
and livability. Any change from an R-2 designation to another must not be allowed
unless there can be shown benefit to the neighborhood – the concept of Rebuttable
Presumption. No evidence of a benefit has been shown in the proposal. Once an area is
zoned for a higher density it cannot be re-zoned to R-2, causing a permanent change to
the character of the area. People moved to the area and bought homes. Many of these
homes have been restored and are still being restored to their original styles. We
accept that there are medical, dental, rehabilitation, educational facilities, and even
coffee shops in the neighborhood. But, enough is enough, we do not want any more
large-scale apartments or buildings in our neighborhood.
2. The issues and problems with the lots can be resolved without a re-zoning. It is claimed
that the structures cannot be rehabilitated. If the existing structures must be removed,
it does not imply that medium density housing must be put in their place. Single family
or duplex housing could be put in without changing from R-2. This has been done in
other area of the neighborhood such as on 100 South between 1000 and 1100 East
where new homes were built in a compatible style of the area.
3. It was claimed that the lots do not meet modern size standards. This can be fixed
without re-zoning from R-2.
4. Parking and traffic is already a problem in the neighborhood, especially when the
University of Utah is in session and students park in the area and take the bus to campus
to avoid campus parking. No parking nor traffic study was presented at any of the
meetings or open house presentations. When asked, the presenters said that there was
no problem but had no evidence or study to back those claims.
5. The present owners of the properties have not been good landlords. The properties
have been in disrepair for decades. They claim that this is because their parents who
did the repair work are now too old to do it. This does not explain why maintenance
cannot to hired as a normal cost of doing business. The owners should not be rewarded
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for negligence of the property by creating a greater moneymaker for themselves. Bad
behavior should not be rewarded.
6. There is virtually total opposition to the re-zoning plan from the neighbors. The city
officials complain that the local city voice is not heard on issues such as the prison
relocation, the new inland port facility, and other issues imposed by the state, yet, they
ignore the local voice of the neighborhood and impose their rules against the wishes of
the locals. This is hypocrisy at large.
7. There are several conditional use exemptions and other zoning exemptions in the area.
Until the city enforces existing rules and stops giving exemptions, there should be no
more changes to zoning or land use.
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From:Stacie L Baldwin
To:Lindquist, Kelsey
Subject:Saving the Blue Pearl (China Blue) House
Date:Wednesday, October 9, 2019 7:38:06 PM
Hello,
I just wanted to have my voice be heard about not tearing down the houses in downtown Salt
Lake. Those blocks close to the avenues are filled with historical houses, probably nearing 100
years old. The Blue Pearl, previously China Blue, has gone through decades of generations &
generations, & has a special place in all the hearts that have been there. That house has been
cleaned up, cared for, & has responsible tenants who fixed it up nicely.
Besides the historical age & sentimental reasons, Salt Lake is becoming as expensive as
California, no one can afford $2000 a month rent, with how very low our wages are. We need
to keep low income & low rent places to live because the middle & low class will all become
homeless & on the streets, just like California, then comes the rats, then comes the fleas, then
comes typhus & the black plague.....just like California. California is moving here & we
already cant handle the traffic with our 1 freeway. We cant make matters worse kicking out
our own people to the streets to build ugly, blocking the scenery condos, that would eventually
turn into ghettos anyway. All of us have done the math.
It's a massive mistake to tear down those homes, just because the owner is sick of dealing with
them & is greedy to be paid off by the contractors. If the owner doesnt want to deal with them
anymore, than we need to find someone else to manage them & let that beautiful
neighborhood of homes be left alone.
Please dont tear them down, please dont ruin a historical part of town, & please dont kick out
the tenants & make them homeless. They cant afford what rent costs everywhere else. Prices
everywhere are insanely expensive except for low income housing places that are gang, crime
& drug infested & they also have 2-3 year waiting lists which is ludicrous. No one can win,
I'm speaking for myself as well, I'm stuck where I am & cant afford to move because rents
increased dramatically, it's really hard to believe Utah has gone through the roof with what
they are charging to keep a roof over your head. So again, please leave those houses alone.
They mean the world to many, many people in many different ways.
Stacie Baldwi
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October 14, 2019
Tom Dickman
1784 South 800 East
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
Salt Lake City Planning Commission
P.O. Box 145480
Salt Lake City, UT 84114
Dear Planning Commission,
This letter is about the zoning change request by the property owner of five houses, four located
on 200 South: 949 East, 955 East, 959 East, and 963 East, and one at 159 Lincoln Street.
Background:
For several years Salt Lake has been subject to increased population pressures. This trend
continues. Salt Lake is an Intermountain center of production and distribution. Many high-paid
jobs, especially in the Tech and Financial sectors, attract highly educated and trained job
candidates, often from states far away.
It is important to note that these jobs require advanced education and extensive training. They
are not open to those on the bottom of the socio-economic scale. The request for the zoning
change of the properties specified above can only be understood and judged within these
developed and developing economic trends.
The City, the County, as well as the current candidates for Salt Lake City mayor, are well aware
of these trends. Much new housing is needed. Much new housing is being constructed. A major
question however rises up within the economic trends: Will they be Affordable? Affordable
housing is defined as costing for rent no more than a certain percentage of tenant income. Many,
even most, of the new housing being built within the City is indeed "affordable" to the tech and
financial job holders, who typically make between $60,000 and $120,000/year. Those with job
incomes in this range are the ones snatching up the new apartments within the city.
What though of people on the middle and lower end of the scale? Quick answer: they are being
driven out of the city. Some are losing housing altogether and are swelling the numbers of
homeless. Most are unable to pay the $1500 to $2000+ rents for the new housing. Even if they
could, there would not be enough left over to pay for transportation, utilities, food, clothing, etc.
The new housing is NOT AFFORDABLE for them.
The City, including the current mayoral candidates, can talk all they want about the need for
affordable housing. Such talk remains talk. There is new housing, yes, but it is affordable
mainly to those on the top end of the food chain. To make housing actually affordable to middle
and lower income people, at least two policies need to be implemented:
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■ A legal requirement that fixes a maximum ceiling on rent for middle income earners.
Such a ceiling would need to be a fixed maximum percentage of income of middle and low
income residents.
■ Rent control, requiring landlords to keep rent under this percentage maximum ceiling.
Some cities have instituted such policies. Salt Lake is not one of them. If, however, the City
does not adopt such strict legal requirements limiting rent-as-percentage-of-middle/lower-income
residents, housing will remain out of reach of many long-time City residents. The new housing
will be a chimera for our most deserving citizens, a simple vote-baiting dream of politicians who
use "affordable" as a catchword.
These considerations directly affect the proposed zoning change on 200 South. Current tenants
are paying rent in the $400 to $600/month range. This is affordable for them. If the proposed
new construction housing is approved, rent would rise to the prevailing rates in the area.
Existing tenants would be driven out, simply by financial pressure. New tenants would come
only from the high-end sector. This is reality. The present property owner's proposal includes
one unit out of sixteen defined as "affordable."
There are other issues involved here:
■ Provisions from the City Community Master Plan.
• Residential Land Use Goals
• Residential Land Use Policies
• Preservation Goals of the East Central North Neighborhood
• Historic Preservation Policies
• Community Preservation Plan
The proposed zoning change request, and planned medium/high density construction, directly
violate the above five provisions, which are already in effect. Specifics regarding such violations
are contained in documents currently available to the Planning Commission, and detailed by
other contributors to this planning process. More than 200 residents have signed the petition
against the zoning change.
In a few words: the Planning Commission, and the City can go ahead and approve the zoning
change request. To do so would simply confirm the City's caving to the interests of money,
property, and wealth. Caving in this way would be a slap in the face to all middle and low
income residents hoping to remain in the City. Of course, if they are evicted, many of them can
find space at one of the new Homeless Shelters. These new shelters are touted with as much
enthusiasm as the politicians' talk about Affordable Housing.
Sincerely,
Tom Dickman
cc: Salt Lake Tribune
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November 4, 2019
Tom Dickman
1784 South 800 East
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
Salt Lake City Planning Commission
P.O. Box 145480
Salt Lake City, UT 84114
Dear Planning Commission:
This is a follow-up to my October 14 letter regarding the proposal affecting 200
South at 949, 955, 959, and 963 East, and 159 Lincoln Street.
■ These houses are inhabited. This fact sets off the current proposal from many of
the new housing apartments which have been and are being built in the city. A
significant number, if not the majority of the new constructions are built on lots
where no one was living previously. In the case of 200 South, multiple people
living in multiple houses are involved. Where will these people go if the proposal
happens? The rent demanded by new apartments would be far beyond their means.
This was the substance of my earlier letter.
■ The quick answer to this question is that many if not most of the current
inhabitants will be driven out of the city. Some might very well up homeless. As
you are aware the new homeless shelters being built by the city have a combined
capacity of only 60% of the old Rio Grande Shelter. Will there be space enough?
According to a recent news article, the city is hoping for "goodwill" on the part of
local landlords to allow housing for people who may not have sterling rental
credentials and history. This is very nice. It is very nice too that some landlords
may have a soft spot in their hearts for the homeless and potentially homeless.
■ Relying on soft spots is not a viable housing strategy. Moreover -- and this is
directly relevant to the 200 South proposal -- the current landlords of the 200 South
property have demonstrated no softness in their hearts during their long ownership
of the properties in question. As public documents from the Health Department
and the City show, the landlords have dragged their feet on compliance with code
and city regulations on multiple occasions. Several times they have failed-to-show
for scheduled meetings with city officials. Such disrespect eats up your tax dollars
and mine. Out-of-compliance problems with the houses have often taken multiple
follow-ups from the city in order to assure correction.
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■ And now, were the City to approve the current proposal, how could that decision
be viewed as anything other than a reward to the current landlords for their foot-
dragging, non-compliance, and disrespect over decades of time? Certainly the
current tenants would see things in this light, as would any reasonable observer.
■ There is a question of justice involved here. Eviction of tenants is no joke
to...tenants. Actual brick-and-mortar housing provisions for current tenants should
be demanded as a condition of proposal approval. If the current landlords won't
assure this -- as is evident by their less-than-magnanimous offer to make one out of
sixteen units be "affordable housing" -- then it is incumbent on the city to assure
adequate housing rather than eviction. Can the city do this? Is the city likely to do
this? Not likely, given the continuing deference shown by the city toward
landlords and property owners. Yet if Affordable Housing is to be more than a
slogan, the city must meet this challenge, for the landlords of the 200 South
properties surely won't. If the city can't do this, then the 200 South proposal
should be rejected and denied.
Sincerely,
Tom Dickman
city resident
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From:
To:Lindquist, Kelsey; ECCChair@gmail.com
Subject:Proposed zoning change at 949 to 963 East 200 South and 159 Sooth Lincoln
Date:Monday, October 28, 2019 4:18:36 PM
Members of the Planning Commission,
Re: PLNPCM2019-00683 and PLNPCM2019-00684 Proposed zoning change at 949 to 963 East 200 South and 159 Sooth Lincoln
I am contacting you to express my opposition to the requested zoning amendment atthe above referenced addresses. I have lived a block away at 1058 East 200 Southfor approximately 40 years. I believe that this change is not consistent with the goalsand policies of the city and conflicts with the purpose statement of the zoningordinance.
Density is already a problem in this area. The proposed complex will make it worse. There is also a problem with the impact this will have on the sewer, streets andexisting infrastructure. Due to the proximity of the University and the changes in thebus routes traffic and parking are a problem and keep getting worse. The addition of15 apartments of 2 and 3 bedroom units will exacerbate the already difficult situation.
The fact that these property owners have let these homes degrade completely doesnot mean they should be allowed to tear the homes down and build a bigger unit toneglect. If they wanted to build and sell new homes I would feel differently. For 30years they have failed to care for these properties while nearby homeowners haveworked to improve the area and their homes. Now they want permission to buildrentals that they and the renters will neglect. I can see no reason to believe that theyor their attitude to our neighborhood has changed. This change would cause existing homes to lose value, it would increase alreadyinsane off street parking and street traffic. As it is people park all over 2nd South andtake the bus to the U. In order to park on my street I and my friends have to competewith students, Ivy house and the existing rentals. If my friends or elderly mother wantto visit there is nowhere to park. People move my full garbage cans so they can parkin front of my house and my cans do not get emptied. People block my and myneighbors shared drive when they park and leave their cars all day.
Although this neighborhood has many well cared for single family residences it seemslike the City does not care about us. Spot zoning in this already high density area is adreadful idea. It will degrade the area and drive away existing, establishedhomeowners. If it is actually necessary that these historic homes be torn down thenthey should be replaced with new homes not a rental unit. This would fit in better withthis residential area. It would also lessen the impact on the infrastructure and it is farmore likely that new homeowners would care for their homes unlike these negligentlandlords.
Thank you,
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M. M. Hubbell1058 East 200 SouthSLC UT 84102
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From:
To:Lindquist, Kelsey
Subject:rezoning 200 So and Lincoln
Date:Tuesday, October 22, 2019 9:45:36 PM
To Whom It May Concern,
I am just writing to let you know my feelings about the rezoning being requested by Mike
Gleeson at 200 So and Lincoln.
My family, the Larsons, have owned a Dental office at 928 E 1st So. and several properties on
Lincoln Street for many years.
We have watched the neighborhood go up and down with a variety of different types of
individuals living in different homes. Lately the neighborhood has definitely on an up swing.
I have had several individuals comment that the properties owned by Mike Gleeson are the
worst in the neighborhood and have struggled with frequent turnover and are barely livable.
The type of people often attracted to those properties can be quite transient and sometimes
questionable. We certainly had that experience when we purchased the run down apartments
on Lincoln St and 100 So. next door to our dental office. I have seen several neighbors
make significant effort to remodel and up grade their homes. I think that any help we can
provide in upgrading the neighborhood I support. Tearing down those existing irreparable
houses and building something new would be a real positive and I am pleased the Gleesons are
interested in doing something. Maybe they are trying to pack to much into the space
available but I do think it needs to be a win/win for the owners and neighbors . If there is a
way to allow new housing structures where those dilapidated existing structures are now I
would be very much in favor of it. It seems to me that some type of rezoning would be
appropriate and necessary to make it work.
Thanks for all you do in making our city a better place
Brent A Larson DDS
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From:Esther Hunter, ECC Chair
To:Lindquist, Kelsey
Subject:(EXTERNAL) Fwd: Against Lincoln and 2nd South zoning change.
Date:Wednesday, February 5, 2020 9:32:17 AM
resend
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From: morgan galbraith
Date: Sat, Sep 21, 2019 at 7:04 PM
Subject: Against Lincoln and 2nd South zoning change.
To: <eastcentralcommunity@gmail.com>
My name is Morgan Galbraith. I am a concerned citizen/homeowner. I reside, with my
daughter, at 154 South McClellan Street, which I own. I'm concerned in regards to the
rezoning of the properties on 952 10th East on 200 South. I believe that this would be
detrimental not only visually but to the neighborhood as a whole because of many reasons that
I myself voiced at the most recent meeting at judge high school as well as others who voiced
their concerns at the meeting. The owner of the property has no long-term planning in regards
to this property in appears to just want to make a quick buck, that is not what our
neighborhood stands for. We are a community and having a property like this dilutes our sense
of community. In summary I am against any reasoning of properties in the neighborhood,
specifically in this situation. No to the rezoning of the properties on 950 East and 200 South.
Thank you for all your service to the community.
Morgan Galbraith APRN-C
If you have any questions in regards to my stance please feel free to call me
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From:Esther Hunter, ECC Chair
To:Lindquist, Kelsey
Subject:(EXTERNAL) Fwd: PLNPCM2019-00683 and 00684 Community Comment. Please include in your consideration
and in the Planning Commission packet. Thank you. Esther
Date:Wednesday, February 5, 2020 9:31:33 AM
Resend from Jo Starks.
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From: Esther Hunter, ECC Chair <eastcentralcommunity@gmail.com>
Date: Tue, Oct 8, 2019 at 12:01 AM
Subject: PLNPCM2019-00683 and 00684 Community Comment. Please include in your
consideration and in the Planning Commission packet. Thank you. Esther
To: Lindquist, Kelsey <Kelsey.Lindquist@slcgov.com>
On Tue, Sep 24, 2019, 9:39 PM Jo Starks wrote:
Hello Esther and east central community.
I’d like to express my feelings about the zoning change that has been requested for 200 S.,
Lincoln Street to 10th E.
I am not in favor of the proposed zone change to allow 16 units to be put at the site.
The things that make it unfavorable, in my opinion; the proposed height of the new
residences, The close proximity to the sidewalk to the structure, The lack of parking for
visitors in an already congested area.
I’d like to suggest that underground parking be suggested to the developers.
The residences that are on the block that are meant to be replaced have many issues. For
example yards are unkempt and not watered; trees are suffering on both sides of the
sidewalk. Exteriors of the houses are run d own. I have long been familiar with the one
house, “China Blue“ to be center for drug use and dealing.
I would like to consider the zoning be changed to allow for less than 16, but more than nine
residences. I believe the Salt Lake City planning person, Kelsey, had mentioned that there is
a zone that would allow for that.
Thank you for allowing my opinion to be counted.
Jo starks
227 So. 1100 East
SLC Ut 84102
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From:Esther Hunter, ECC Chair
To:Lindquist, Kelsey
Subject:(EXTERNAL) Fwd: zoning map amendment
Date:Wednesday, February 5, 2020 9:32:45 AM
resend
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From: Erin Ekstrom
Date: Fri, Sep 20, 2019 at 12:17 PM
Subject: zoning map amendment
To: eastcentralcommunity@gmail.com <eastcentralcommunity@gmail.com>
Hello,
Thank you for hosting this great community meeting last night. I have to admit it was my first
time attending something like this, and it was a great experience. It makes me proud to know
I live in such a great neighborhood with such engaged residents.
I would like to make a formal comment against the proposed re zoning on 200 South. Given
the discussion last night, and the information presented, I do not feel I can support the
increase to RMF-35. The current owners have not fostered any feeling of trust, good will, or
membership in our community. I do not feel confident that they will indeed hold true to their
intended plan to redevelop the property in a sustainable way that is in accordance with our
current neighborhood aesthetics. I also feel, we have enough RMF-35 already zoned in our
neighborhood, and that a lesser ask would be more reasonable at this time.
Again, thank you for the opportunity to comment, and I am looking forward to becoming more
engaged in my community.
Kindest regards,
Erin Ekstrom
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February 3, 2020
Re: PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-00684,
Zoning Map and Master Plan Amendments at 949-963 East 200 South and
159 S. Lincoln Street
From: Jen Colby, Resident, 160 S Lincoln St, Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Dear Members of the Planning Commission and Staff,
I am writing to express my opposition to the request for Zoning Map and Master Plan Amendments
at 949-963 E 200 South and 159 S Lincoln Street in Salt Lake City by the owners and their
representatives. I urge you to definitively vote NO and make a negative recommendation on this
application.
My husband and I have owned and occupied the property at 160 South Lincoln Street since 2002.
Our house is a single-story contributing Victorian eclectic frame house with an R-2 parcel zoning.
We bought it after it had been a rental property on and off for years. We knew we were buying an
old house that might need a lot of work. We had no idea we were buying into a neighborhood
with a patchwork of zoning that belied its lovely appearance as a historic neighborhood with
many intact older buildings. We liked the diversity of the neighborhood, the proximity to the
University of Utah and downtown Salt Lake City, as well as easy access to open space in City
Creek and the foothills, transit service, bike lanes and so much more. Truly, this is the best
location in the city in my opinion. In retrospect we got very lucky to buy in when we did.
We also came to realize that many of the larger older residences in our area had been turned into
2+ unit rentals. These are interspersed with single-family owner-occupied houses, small
businesses, institutional properties, and many classic Salt Lake City 12-plex 3-story walk-up
apartments and condos. Unfortunately, we also live among many poorly conceived, designed, and
executed inappropriate 60s and 70s era “urban renewal” midrise apartment buildings that had
replaced historic buildings, degraded the fabric of the neighborhood, and are mostly well beyond
their design lives as compared to our generally well-built historic properties.
The comments below are my personal opinions and comments and do not represent any group or
organization with which I may be affiliated. My husband will be submitting his own personal
comments.
I already submitted a set of comments about the consistency, or more accurately lack of
consistency, of this application with the purposes, goals, objectives, and policies of the city as
stated in the 2018-2023 Growing Salt Lake City Housing Plan and incorporate those comments
by reference (Amendment consideration criterion #1).
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Here, I wish to comment on the Master Plan Amendment application itself as submitted by the
representative of the applicants, Owner’s Agent Mr. Graham Gilbert, Esq., on 7/19/19.
To do so, I downloaded the application from the SLC public portal, used software to complete
text recognition of the PDF, and corrected any errors by comparing both copies. I then pasted the
body of the application text into a new MSWord document, highlighted the quoted original text in
gray, and am interspersing my comments directly following or adjacent to the sections of the
application.
My overarching comments to summarize my response to the applications are these:
1) The application contains numerous factual errors, misstatements misrepresentations,
and takes elements of city plans and documents out of context, as noted in the
following analysis. In most instances, the Owners Agent uses these errors,
misrepresentations, and out of context elements to support the case for the application well
beyond what is contained in the plans and other records. Therefore, these misstatements
do not appear random and are not amateur errors. Rather, they tend to prejudice a non-
expert reviewer or member of the public towards the assertions in the application. Of
course, parties seeking an amendment will present their case in the best light they can
muster. However, this application appears to go well beyond that in its attempts to
persuade. It is a very weak case upon scrutiny.
2) Therefore, in my opinion, after a short review by city staff, this application should have
been rejected outright as materially false and incomplete, and rejected at that point.
Instead, interested members of the community are forced to spend extensive personal time
at real personal cost to challenge the assertions of the applicants and attempt to share
accurate information as private citizens. The staff report may well correct some or all
these assertions. However, the staff report comes out so late in the process that it is not
useful to interested and affected parties unrelated to the applicants or their agents.
3) I also believe that the fact that the Owner’s Agent is a land use attorney employed by a
prominent local law firm implies a veiled threat. Obviously, the owners may employ any
qualified person as their agent. Development and land use issues can indeed be
complicated and may require legal advice and counsel. However, for a small zoning and
master plan amendment, a lawyer as the agent strikes me as an odd choice at this stage of
the process. It is well known that Salt Lake City Corporation leadership, both elected and
appointed, tend to be risk-averse and lawsuit avoidant. This can tip the scales towards
economically and socially powerful actors in our region who can afford to hire legal
counsel, especially those in well-known firms.
However, I am confident that the members of the Planning Commission take their oaths
seriously and evaluate each case on its merits. I ask that the Planning Commission and city
officials to ignore this veiled threat if indeed it comes across that way to you as members.
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4) Given that the Owner’s Agent is a land use attorney, the factual and material
misstatements and misrepresentations in the application are disappointing at best.
5) Based on statements made by the Applicant at a meeting of the East Central Community
Council Board last fall, the Applicant stated that the target rental range to make the
financing work is ~$2,200/month per unit. According to the Zillow Rent Affordability
Calculator, the monthly net income to afford this rent is $5,000/month in Utah. See
https://www.zillow.com/rent-affordability-calculator/ . That is based on 33% of income
for housing the standard for affordability. According to the Salary After Tax calculator for
Utah, this requires a gross annual income of ~$82,000. See https://salaryaftertax.com/us .
This will exacerbate the housing challenges in Salt Lake City, not help alleviate them.
Worse, many of the current tenants appear to be of very low socio-economic status (SES)
and some are probably highly vulnerable to falling into homelessness. I cannot fathom that
any of them could afford one of the new units, even the teaser “affordable” one that has
been dangled. The displacement of these tenants if this application is approved will cause
real and immediate harms to them. It will also exacerbate an already under-resourced
homeless, housing, and social services patchwork system in Salt Lake City and County.
Most importantly, this application is inconsistent with the Central City Master Plan and
Growing SLC Housing Plan in so many ways that an amendment is utterly unwarranted
and should receive a negative recommendation.
Salt Lake City officials should continue to defend Council-approved district master plans as
they have done in the past. The goals, vision, descriptions, and residential land use policies
(RLUs) are even more relevant today than when the Central Community Master Plan was
approved in 2005.
Real property is fungible and in Salt Lake City the current market is highly competitive and
hot. Long-time owners can often get high prices and capital gains windfalls. Moreover, there
are many properly zoned or underutilized properties where these owners could much more
readily carry out their desired project. If this application is denied as it should be, they still
have numerous options for their properties, from selling outright and to restoring the homes to
redesigning a project to fit current zoning. Their current unwillingness to do so is no
justification for a zoning and master plan change. Spot rezoning is a dangerous action and a
poor precedent, especially under current market conditions.
Please vote against this application for a zoning and master plan amendment.
Sincerely, Jen Colby
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Note to readers: My section-by-section analysis of the application begins here.
Supplemental Information for Project Description
Applicant: Chaio-ih Hui
Zoning Amendment Application
1. Owner Names and Address of Subject Property (or Area):
This Zoning Amendment Application applies to the parcels listed m the following table
(collectively, the " Parcels").
Parcel No. Owner Address Acres
“2. Project Description
a. A statement declaring the purpose for the amendment.
The Parcels are currently located in the City's R-2 Single- and Two-Family Residential Zoning
District ("R-2 District"). The current zoning for the Parcels is shown on Exhibit A. The purpose
of this Application is to amend the Zoning Map to include the Parcels in the RMF-35 Moderate
Density Multi-Family Residential District ("RMF-35 District"). This amendment is necessary to
allow Applicant's proposed use of the Parcels, which is described below.”
My Comments:
The assertion that this amendment is “necessary to allow Applicant's proposed use of the Parcels”
is not relevant to the Master Plan Amendment, nor a rational basis for approval. Vast volumes of
case law and precedent support the legal authority of government entities to control zoning and a
wide array of land use activities on private parcels at various scales.
The mere fact that the owners wish to do something else with their properties that is not currently
allowed in R-2 zoning is materially irrelevant. There are properly zoned parcels scattered
throughout the city, including in the Central Community, which would allow for the use and
development that the Applicant wishes to pursue. Real property is fungible and is bought and sold
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in a highly developed market. The Applicant can simply purchase the necessary parcels elsewhere
and pursue the project in an appropriate area. The Applicant can also either keep or sell the
properties if they no longer suit them or their interests.
The Amendment should not be granted because the Applicant does not wish to comply with the
current zoning regulations at these parcels. The owners have the option to sell them to buyers
willing to follow current zoning regulations. Alternatively, they may redesign the project to fit the
current zoning. There are many options available within the current land use classification and
Master Plan to permit a variety of uses.
Further, the City and its representatives are under no obligation to assure the profitability of any
business, residential rental or otherwise. If the owners of these parcels are unable to secure
financing to complete renovations on the existing structures or complete appropriate alternatives
under current zoning, they have every right and ability to sell to other entities who can do so.
Quite frankly, any claim of economic hardship should apply only to real persons who are owner-
occupants in non-commercial settings.
“b. A description of the proposed use of the property being rezoned.
Applicant proposes to construct a multi-family project with 16 dwelling units on the Parcels. A
site plan for the Parcels is attached as Exhibit A.”
My Comments:
As noted above, any specific project concept or proposal is simply not relevant to the Master Plan
and Zoning Amendment process. The site plan conceptual sketch may be a teaser, but mostly it
serves as a distraction from the criteria and issues at hand in considering this amendment. The
zoning is tied to the parcels and can transfer with the properties, whether the Applicant ever
actually pursues these projects. Projects can fall apart for all manner of reasons, from changes in
ownership, family or corporate dynamics and priorities, financing, and many other circumstances.
One of the proposals that has been floated by the Applicant and some city staff is to attach a
development agreement to amendments. This is an entirely inappropriate justification for this
amendment, for multiple reasons. Most broadly, it gives city officials an artificial sense of control
over any projects when in fact the city has failed to track and enforce agreements in numerous
cases over time. If anything, city officials should start by going back, tracking down, inspecting
and enforcing all previous such agreements and clearing that docket before even considering
entering into future such “agreements.” This approach is simply an unworkable, bad idea that
allows applicants to dangle shiny drawings or offers without any guarantee that they will
materialize. The city’s current approach of enforcement by complaint (except for parking)
exacerbates the problem, forcing residents to do the work of civil enforcement.
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Additionally, the project concept sketches as submitted with the application are entirely out of
character and inappropriate to the scale, massing, design, and integrity of the 900 block of 200
South and the 100 block of Lincoln Street. As proposed, these shouldn’t even be new buildings
desired by city officials. They are certainly not by most neighbors and community members.
The one immediate result of an amendment would result in immediately is an increase in the
underlying valuation of the parcels. According to real estate professionals, each additional unit
potential per parcel adds approximately $20-25,000 in base valuation. The five properties have 9
current units according to the building records and owners. With R-2 zoning and 1 parcel already
unit-legalized to a tri-plex, the owners have 11 total existing and potential units as is under current
zoning.
Using 11 as the basis, and Amendment that would grant 5 additional units would result in an
immediate financial windfall of ~$100-125,000. This is an unjustifiable “government giving”
regardless of the track record of the owners in terms of property upkeep and management. In this
case, given the decades of underinvestment, poor upkeep, regular lack of fit premise conditions
for tenants, and apparent “demolition by neglect,” the idea that the City would reward this with a
financial windfall is galling. But even if the properties were perfectly maintained, it would be
inappropriate and unjustified.
“c. List the reasons why the present zoning may not be appropriate for the area.
The Parcels are currently located in the R-2 District. They are adjacent to properties in the RMF-
35 District. The immediately surrounding area has a wide variety of zoning districts, including the
RMF-35 District; R-2 District; RMF-30 Low Density Multi-Family Residential District; RMF-45
Moderate/High Density Multi-Family Residential District; SR-3 Special Development Pattern
Residential District; and UI Urban Institutional District. These zoning districts are shown on
Exhibit B.”
The area surrounding the parcels has a mix of different land uses, including single-family homes;
small, medium, and large apartments; commercial buildings; offices; and institutional buildings
(e.g., Salt Lake Regional Hospital). This mix of land uses results from approved, conditional
uses and changes to land use policies over t ime.
My Comments:
This description of the current mix of land uses and zoning in the Central Community,
specifically in the Central City Historic District (Boundary Increase), or Bryant Neighborhood is
an argument AGAINST this Amendment rather than in support of it. Our area is already
substantially over-zoned, as shown by ongoing efforts over the years to downzone parcels rather
than up-zone them. In fact, after a lengthy process and proposals, yet another effort died at the
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City Council inexplicably within the last decade or so. Once parcels are over-zoned, it is
extremely hard to correct this, as many of us have personally experienced.
In many cases, the underlying zoning exceeds the use and design of the actual structures on site.
This is the case for my own home, and many of my neighbors. Honestly, as a first-time
homebuyer, like many people I was utterly ignorant of zoning and did not think to look up our
zoning or that of surrounding properties, not realizing how deceiving appearances can be.
That said, one of the best things about living where we do is the mix of single family and duplex
residences, unit-legalized residences, multi-family apartment buildings, small and large
commercial, and institutional uses. Vast swaths of our city—Sugarhouse, East Bench, Upper
Avenues, West Side, Federal Heights—have extensive and large blocks of consistent and
contiguous zoning. We are already highly diverse in land use types here in the East Side Historic
Boundary Increase area. It is the other neighborhoods of our city that need more of a mix, not
ours, at this point.
I wish to emphasize a key point. What appear in many cases to be single family historic
residences in our area are, in fact, often unit-legalized multiplexes. These are often duplexes and
triplexes but sometimes 4, 5, 6-plexes and higher. After rounds of legalizations in the past, this
process has apparently been slowed to a crawl.
Unit legalization is a brilliant way to effectively increase density while encouraging preservation
of the historic fabric of city neighborhoods. It is one of the objective strategies explicitly
mentioned in the Growing SLC Housing Plan. To date, however, there has been little or no
movement on this. Unit legalization is far preferred to zoning amendments. It can be tied to
maintenance of the existing structure and other actions.
Zoning amendments, on the other hand, are a recipe for teardowns and escalating parcel prices
beyond the reach of average homebuyers or small, local landlords who wish to restore historic
properties and keep them reasonably affordable, such as our wonderful neighbors John Diamond
(a former Planning Commissioner) and Lee Phillips. They purchased a run-down, fire-damaged
small historic apartment building two doors down on Lincoln Street, restored it, and have a stable
and loyal set of long-term working-class tenants. This is what we need to encourage.
You should not reward slumlord-type management practices of owners who use demolition by
neglect as a tactic while they likely maximize tax depreciations and pull out cash on the backs of
low income residents (this can be very profitable, as documented in many recent books and
articles about predatory practices in these United States). After that, the pattern is to look for
teardowns of the properties they failed to maintain. I realize that slumlord is a harsh term, but that
is used explicitly in several places in the Central Community Master Plan as what needs to be
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enforced against. I have had a front row seat for 15+ years right across the street from these
properties. I will attest to the appropriate use of the term here to the current owners, sadly. I
cannot speak explicitly to their motives or reasons for their upkeep and management (or lack
thereof) over the years. But the outcome has been cumulatively negative for the properties and the
community. Moreover, the owners are not absentee owners. Rather, Peter and Pik Chi (PC) Hui
are regularly on site, sometimes multiple times a week. They take a very active role in overseeing
their properties. Therefore, they cannot claim ignorance of the situation.
“The Central Community Master Plan encourages use of residential zoning to provide
opportunities for medium-density housing.”
My Comments:
Throughout the Zoning Ordinance, Title 21A, the preferred term is “moderate density,” though
“medium density” is used once as a synonym. Meanwhile, the Central Community Plan Future
Land Use Map uses “medium density” so I am going to assume these terms are interchangeable.
According to code definitions, low density is <15 units per acre, while moderate (medium) is <30
units per acre, moderate/high is <43 units per acre, and high is <83 units per acre.
While this statement in the Application is nominally true on its face when taken broadly, this is
an example of a plan element taken out of context that appears to support the Application
but in fact upon closer inspection does nothing of the sort.
I quote from the Central City Master Plan, pp. 5-6:
“Bryant neighborhood. The Bryant neighborhood is located between 700 and 1000 East from
South Temple to 400 South. The layout of the lots and the residential architecture of the Bryant
neighborhood are similar to those found in the neighborhoods directly west, across 700 East in the
Central City area. Both have the same 10-acre blocks and several examples of early, adobe Greek
Revival architecture. It has a rich collection of many architectural styles, including handsome large
homes with classical porticos and expansive porches.
The neighborhood also has well-preserved inner courts unlike those farther west. These small
streets that penetrate the ten-acre blocks, such as Dooley and Strong courts are still lined with
small cottages dating from the beginning of the twentieth century. The combination of imposing
homes on the main streets and the small dwellings of the inner-block courts indicate that the
population of this area has always been a mixture of the rooted and the transient and the upper and
lower income classes. The proximity to the Central Business District and the University of Utah
campus prompted early development of the area and was a major factor in the original zoning of
this neighborhood for mixed residential uses and larger scale apartments. Pressure to develop or
redevelop into higher densities has become one of the most significant issues confronting this
area. [emphasis added] …
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Issues within the East Central North neighborhood
Residential
• Reduce excessive density potential, stabilize the neighborhood, and conserve the
neighborhood’s residential character. [emphasis added]
• Improve zoning enforcement, including illegal conversion to apartments, yard cleanup,
“slum lords,” etc.
• Encourage higher density housing in East Downtown, Downtown, and Gateway to
decrease the pressure to meet those housing needs in this neighborhood. [emphasis added]
• Ensure new multi-family development is carefully sited, well designed, and compatible in
scale. [emphasis added]
• Provide more affordable housing (owner occupied and rental).”
“Managing future growth of the Central Community relies on successful implementation of this
master plan and the small area master plans. The future land use designations described in each
chapter suggest potential land use changes but encourage stability where land uses should remain
unchanged. The Future Land Use map (page 2) depicts the desired general land use policy
direction. Each land use chapter is linked to the Future Land Use map.
Implementation of this land use policy is supported through recommended zoning ordinances that
are consistent and compatible with the Future Land Use map. Areas where existing zoning does
not match the land use map will need to be considered for zoning changes to be consistent with the
master plan.” (p. 8)
This Zoning Amendment application is inconsistent with the Future Land Use Map on p. 2 which
clearly shows the parcels in question as Low Density Residential (1-15 units per acre).
Key Point: The assertion is false that the Central Community Master Plan “encourages”
medium density zoning for these parcels. Hence the need for the amendment.
It also encourages infill development designed in a manner that is compatible with the
appearance of existing neighborhoods.”
My Comments:
Unfortunately, the project conceptual drawings do nothing of the sort. Any redevelopment should
retain individual structures on each lot (at R-2, either duplexes or single family), with separate lot
setbacks to be compatible with the largely intact historic fabric, feel, and pattern language of the
blocks in question.
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“Similarly, the City's Housing Plan recommends increasing medium density housing types
and options.”
My Comments:
This statement is so generic as to be utterly meaningless when applied to this specific application
for amendments. At the specific parcels, it is simply false.
“It recommends directing new growth towards areas with existing infrastructure and services
that have the potential to be people- oriented.”
My Comments:
Please see my analysis of the 2018-2023 Growing SLC Housing Plan. In short, the Plan does not
call for overturning existing master plans to meet the goals of the Housing Plan.
Did the Owner’s Agent and Applicant actually read the Housing Plan? The statement above does
not appear as a listed goal or objective of the Housing Plan document.
The closest to this might be: “Objective 1.1.2: Develop in-fill ordinances that promote a diverse
housing stock, increase housing options, create redevelopment opportunities, and allow additional
units within existing structures, while minimizing neighborhood impacts.” [emphasis added].
This is about revising ordinances, not about approving spot rezoning amendments. It also
emphasizes preserving existing structures and limiting neighborhood impacts. These amendments
would do exactly the opposite if approved.
The key strategies described in this Objective description is unit legalization. Indeed, one of the
properties in question is a legal triplex thanks to an earlier round of legalizations. The proposed
RMF30 Zoning Ordinance changes also emphasize preservation of existing residential structures
in exchange for more density, not teardowns.
Additionally, “existing infrastructure” is a serious issue in this area, with extremely old water,
sewer, and stormwater utilities. Storm drains regularly clog and overflow downslope on 200S.
This relates to the criteria in 21A.50.050 about adequacy of public facilities.
That said, unfortunately, Salt Lake City officials sometimes see these types of proposals as
opportunities to transfer costs to developers rather than the appropriate broader city population.
Please refrain from that impulse. We voted in favor of a general tax increase for this purpose.
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“The Housing Plan also encourages development of affordable housing.”
My Comments:
It is puzzling as to why the Owners Agent and Applicant would bring this up, given
that the proposal that they are floating along with the request for amendments would
demolish and remove 9 legal units that are currently highly affordable to low SES
individuals and families, and replace them with “luxury apartments.”
At the East Central Community Board meeting last fall, when pressed on this issue,
the Applicant stated that the target rental range to make the financing work is
$2,200/month per unit. According to the Zillow Rent Affordability Calculator, the
monthly NET income to afford this rent is $5,000/month in Utah. See
https://www.zillow.com/rent-affordability-calculator/. That is based on 33% of
income for housing the standard for “affordability.’ According to the Salary After
Tax calculator for Utah, this requires a gross annual income of ~$82,000. See
https://salaryaftertax.com/us
My husband and I own our house free and clear now thanks to an affordable
purchase price at the time, favorable mortgage rates, and some luck in our lives.
Simply put, we could not afford the proposed rents at our current household income.
Could you? Could most Salt Lake City employees? Teachers? Students?
Worse, many of the current tenants appear to be very low SES and highly vulnerable
to falling into homelessness. Some tenants are elderly, others appear to have
physical limitations and disabilities. We have been given estimates of 20-40 current
tenants at these properties. I cannot fathom that any of them could afford one of the
new units, even the teaser “affordable” one that has been dangled.
The displacement of these tenants if this application is approved will cause real and
immediate harms to them. It will also exacerbate an already under-resourced
homeless, housing, and social services patchwork system in Salt Lake City and
County.
The First Rule of Holes is Stop Digging.
The city must stop digging bigger holes by facilitating the loss of natural affordable
housing, both rental and owner occupied.
This amendment request is utterly contrary to the goal of increasing affordable units.
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More units do not necessarily equal more affordability. This application is a prime
example.
Unfortunately, this simplistic narrative has taken hold during the current Wasatch
front regional housing and real estate boom and its subsequent consequences.
Affordability is not simply a supply problem, or a zoning problem. That argument
simply plays into the hands of developers. It is also an income problem, a subsidies
problem, a financing and discrimination problem, a criminal justice problem, and
more. The housing market is fundamentally broken in key dimensions, just like the
U.S. health insurance and medical system. Please stop breaking it further. I
recommend numerous recent books, such as Evicted (http://www.evictedbook.com/ ) and
Homewreckers (https://www.harpercollins.com/9780062869531/homewreckers/ ) as a place to
start if you haven’t already.
Unfortunately, some of our more affluent neighbors who have expressed concerns
about some of the tenants and some of the ongoing behaviors at these properties that
have led them to support this application in the name of “getting better neighbors”
and reducing problem activities.
Yes, there have been periodic complaints, and we have observed likely illicit and
inappropriate activities over the years, from substance abuse and drug dealing to
open burning of trash and on restricted days, fireworks, abandoned vehicles on the
street, loud parties, and various things in between. Then things tend to calm down as
tenants come and go and the city steps up enforcement after neighbors complain.
But those are manageable social and medical problems that need to be dealt with
appropriately through direct interventions rather than somehow justifying a return to
the bad old days of “slum clearance” in the name of pushing out disadvantaged
residents who need help. That is pure NIMBYism and rewards poor property
management and lack of local social services in favor of developers and landlords.
That said, when serious public safety is an issue, enforcement is necessary. On the
evening of January 31, 2020, there were two episodes of gunfire on our street, with
one being witnessed as a drive-by shooting directed at the back unit of 955 E 200 S.
Some of my female neighbors now say they are afraid to walk on our streets,
especially after dark. This is an enforcement matter and not a justification for these
amendments. And is quite shocking for our generally safe and quiet area.
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“The non-historic homes on the Parcels have been converted to apartments.”
My Comments:
It is hard to even know where to begin with this entirely inaccurate statement, short as it is.
Misleading is the kindest thing I will say.
The Owner’s Agent at best uses imprecise language to characterize the historic status of the
homes. At worst, he misrepresents and misleads. If he means that the homes are not individually
listed on the National Register, he should so state.
In common parlance, “historic” means houses of a certain age. Under National Park Service
regulations, that is effectively at least 50 years old for starters.
More specifically, it means buildings designated as contributory to the historic district, per State
Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and National Park Service guidance. The vast majority of
buildings considered historic within both national and local historic districts are contributing (a
professional designation made by trained staff and contractors) but not nationally registered (a
voluntary listing that involves a lot more effort and cooperation of the owner(s), see
https://www.nps.gov/subjects/nationalregister/how-to-list-a-property.htm for details).
All 5 buildings are designated as contributory as of the last inventory. The house at 159 S
Lincoln St has had an unfortunate layer of siding added over the brick, but according to SHPO
this is likely superficial, and the house could be restored to its proper appearance and continue as
contributing.
Further, these buildings are a crucial component of the larger East Side Historic District
(Boundary Increase). I attach the full application for your reading pleasure.
According to SHPO, each house is named based on the original occupants. The houses are:
159 S. Lincoln Street: known as the Samuel and Emma Bjorkland house; built circa 1889;
949 E. 200 South: known as the Hector and Clintona Griswold House; built 1893;
955 E. 200 South: known as the Louis and Agnes Farnsworth House; built 1893;
959 E. 200 South: known by SHPO as the Frances and John Jr. Judson House, also
known locally as “China Blue” of more recent cultural significance; built circa 1897; and
963 E 200 South: known as the Roe and Nettie Frazier House; built in 1894
National Historic Districts confer vital tax credit opportunities to homeowners like us (which by
the way the city does a terrible job of promoting). To qualify as a National Historic District, a
substantial number of buildings within the boundaries must be contributory. The continual
erosion and loss of contributory buildings could lead to de-listing and loss of tax credits in the
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future. These 5 structures are vital to the look and feel of the district, even in their neglected state.
City officials should not be making decisions to pave the way for their destruction.
At a certain threshold (I have been told below 60-70% of structures on a given block, but I can’t
find a formal reference), the character, fabric, and feel of a historic district starts to precipitously
collapse. This is a non-linear process, like many phenomena. You can see this in action in large
sections of Central Community just west of here, sadly, as well as just one half-block over on
1000 E between 100 and 200 S. This can lead to a downward spiral of disinvestment in the
remaining contributing properties and loss of character. Property values are undergirded by the
very historic fabric the Applicant has degraded and now proposes to rend asunder. Numerous
studies show the economic value of historic preservation and restoration.
As for the “have been converted to apartments” statement, as mentioned below there is some
question as to whether one or more are being rented as SROs rather than separate units. Also, the
house at 159 S Lincoln are described as single family, as is 963 E 200 S, so if they are being rented as
apartments vs single homes it is unclear what their legal rental status might be.
According to the SHPO files, the buildings at 949, 955, and 959 E were all built on spec by the same
developers, who listed their occupations at “capitalists” at the time. Some things in the U.S. never
change. In any case, they were originally built as rentals and it seems appropriate that they continue as
such today, with the caveat that they be well-maintained as fit premises (another regulation the City
systematically fails to enforce).
“Existing City approvals permit 9 apartment units on the 5 parcels.”
My Comments:
As noted previously, the owners do potentially have the leeway to divide the two single family
homes into duplexes under R2, giving them 11 units with no teardowns. There is some question
as to whether the owners have been renting some or all of the properties as SROs, but that is a
question of lack of enforcement of city regulation.
Additionally, were they to pursue unit legalization, they could probably get 1 more unit each at
949 and 959 E. Were the city to permit it, these structures might even accommodate 4-plexes in
the renovated buildings at 949, 955, and 959 (these three were actually built as rentals originally,
according to SHPO records). That would give the owners 13-15 units. This is exactly the kind of
density addition that is compatible with our national historic district and neighborhood fabric. In
fact, it is the main pattern.
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“The present zoning does not allow Applicant to develop its proposed multi-family project on
the Parcels. As a result, Applicant requests an amendment to the zoning map to include the
Parcels in the RMF-35 District.”
My Comments:
Well, there are probably a lot of things my husband and I and our neighbors would like to do on
our properties, too, but cannot under current zoning or other city, county, or state regulation and
code. Our mere desire to do so does not override ordinances and adopted plans. This undermines
the rule of law, consistent application of code, and fundamental fairness.
I quote my very first comment for emphasis:
“The mere fact that the owners wish to do something else with their properties that is not
currently allowed in R-2 zoning is materially irrelevant. There are properly zoned parcels
scattered throughout the city, including in the Central Community, which would allow for the use
and development that the Applicant wishes to pursue. Real property is fungible, and the Applicant
can simply purchase the necessary parcels elsewhere and pursue the project in an appropriate
area.
The Amendment should not be granted because the Applicant does not wish to comply with the
current zoning regulations at these parcels. The owners have the option to sell them to buyers
willing to follow current zoning regulations. Alternatively, they may redesign the project to fit the
current zoning. There are many options available within the current land use classification and
Master Plan to permit a variety of uses.
Further, the City and its representatives are under no obligation to assure the profitability of any
business, residential rental or otherwise. If the owners of these parcels are unable to secure
financing to complete renovations on the existing structures or complete appropriate alternatives
under current zoning, they have every right and ability to sell to other entities who can do so.
Quite frankly, any claim of economic hardship should apply only to real persons who are owner-
occupants in non-commercial settings.”
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“This proposed amendment is consistent with surrounding zoning. Properties adjacent to and
northeast of the Parcels are located in the RMF-35 District. Numerous other properties in the
immediately surrounding neighborhood are in the RMF-35 District, or other multi-family
zoning districts, like RMF-45 and RMF-30.”
My Comments:
This is an illogical statement with no basis in rationality. The mere fact of the existence other
nearby properties with higher density zoning does not lead to the conclusion that such zoning is
also appropriate at the parcels in question. It is a logical fallacy.
In fact, the extensive master planning process that led to the 2005 Central Community Master
plan rejected this argument when it set the Future Land Use plan to reflect parcel-by-parcel,
block by block zoning. Yes, much of it is mixed zoning in this area. Arguably, many parcels
remain over-zoned. Over-zoning even more parcels is simply wrong.
The parcels in question are designated as low-density housing in the Future Land Use Map
and should remain in their current R2 zoning.
In my opinion and those of many current residents and property owners, the balance has
already been tipped too far to RMF zoning as compared to reality and current uses of the
existing buildings on many nearby properties.
This leads to a series of negative impacts and undermines affordable housing—especially for
prospective owner occupants who are getting regularly outbid by developers and investors for
what from visual inspection appear to be single-family homes.
Affordability must be considered for homeowners as well as renters. With the population of SLC
now tipped to more than 50% renters, city policies are driving people like us out because we
could no longer buy back into the city. Over-zoning our historic neighborhoods is a key
component of this problem.
Just because our neighborhood already has a mix of apartment buildings, it does not follow that
additional ones on parcels not zoned for such use is appropriate. Quite the opposite, given that
our neighborhood is already the most diverse in terms of zoning. According to census data at the
time of the master plan, it is also already the densest. The city should focus development on other
priority areas that are properly zoned.
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“A medium-density housing development is compatible with the existing neighborhood. The
surrounding neighborhood has a variety of land uses, including small, medium, and large
apartment buildings.”
My Comments:
This is untrue. The East Side Historic District is already littered with unfortunate and
aesthetically disastrous “medium-density housing development(s)” from the waves of “urban
renewal” (i.e. destruction) and infill in the 1960s and 1970s. This resulted in poorly constructed,
inefficient buildings, often with blank faces to the street that disrupt the otherwise interesting and
pleasing historic forms and fabric of this neighborhood. Please do not make this mistake again.
The unfortunate “modernist” mayhem all around us is bad enough. Don’t get me wrong, I have
great fondness for certain Modernist buildings, but the current crop is pretty terrible with a few
noteworthy exceptions. It is also replacing affordable, older modest homes with very expensive
new buildings. But I digress.
As stated earlier, just because our neighborhood already has a mix of apartment buildings, it does
not follow that additional ones on parcels not zoned for such use is appropriate.
As I have noted, at one level, the proposed development design is a distraction and irrelevant to
the primary decision. We have unfortunate examples of what can happen, with the two teardowns
on Lincoln Street that now serve as excessive, frankly unneeded parking for the commercial
buildings on 1000 E, with the loss of 2 housing units that have never been replaced. The adjacent
apartment complex to the north is another one.
That said, since there is some chatter about the option of tying a development agreement to any
approvals (despite the history of failure of this strategy by Salt Lake City), I will address the
concept design as submitted by the applicants briefly here.
In short, three parallel rectangular boxes running east-west across combined parcels would be a
disaster to the streetscape and historic fabric of the blocks of 200 S and Lincoln St. Both have
already had some degradation already, including the inappropriate commercial building at 970 E
200 South, the Madrid apartments on 200S, and the apartment building where Lori Hacking was
murdered on Lincoln St. They city should do everything possible to prevent further loss of
character. Losing 5 contributing structures to teardowns for generic “luxury” apartments betrays
Salt Lake City’s commitment to historic preservation and neighborhoods.
Further, the pattern language of these two streets is complimentary but different, with larger and
more imposing, often 2-story historic residences lining this block of 200 S, while the mid-block
street of Lincoln Street is comprised of mostly more modest, Victorian eclectic single story
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houses that were built as workforce housing and remain that today, even with the egregious run-
up in real estate prices in recent years as compared to the stagnation of our incomes.
If any teardowns and redevelopment occur on these parcels, they should be single-family or
duplexes within the bounds of existing R2 zoning. Appropriate setbacks are needed between the
structures to maintain the pattern language of the 200 South block faces from 900 E to 1000 S. Of
course, I would personally prefer restoration and preservation of the existing structures. But if
one or more are lost, they should be replaced with appropriately designed residences that fit the
neighborhood. There are good examples of this at 165 S 1100 E and 1042 E 200 S, among others.
One of the more problematic elements of the project concept design is ground-level parking
garages with the living units above. As is standard in our historic neighborhoods, private off-
street motor vehicle storage—where it exists—is in stand-alone garage structures, some of which
are alley-accessed. Incorporating ground level parking is utterly inconsistent with this National
Historic District pattern language. Sadly, the city has failed to create form-based design standards
for national historic districts which leads to this kind of problem.
Also, it is well documented that ground-level parking deadens street life and kills neighborliness.
High density housing developments that the City has permitted continue to do this in the TOD
corridor and elsewhere, a terrible mistake. To allow this at the 4 properties facing 200 S would
add insult to injury.
As recommended by the Housing Plan, the proposed development will increase medium
density housing stock in an area with existing infrastructure and close proximity to mass
transit and services (e.g. medical and commercial services).”
My Comments:
This statement somewhat repeats and earlier claim, so I repeat my response here.
Please see my analysis of the 2018-2023 Growing SLC Housing Plan. In short, the Plan does not
call for overturning existing master plans to meet the goals of the Housing Plan.
Did the Owner’s Agent and Applicant actually read the Housing Plan? The statement above does
not appear as a listed goal or objective of the Housing Plan document.
The closest to this might be: “Objective 1.1.2: Develop in-fill ordinances that promote a diverse
housing stock, increase housing options, create redevelopment opportunities, and allow additional
units within existing structures, while minimizing neighborhood impacts.” [emphasis added].
This is about revising ordinances, not about approving spot rezoning amendments. It also
emphasizes preserving existing structures and limiting neighborhood impacts. These amendments
would do exactly the opposite if approved.
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The key strategies described in this Objective description is unit legalization. Indeed, one of the
properties in question is a legal triplex thanks to an earlier round of legalizations. The proposed
RMF30 Zoning Ordinance changes also emphasize preservation of existing residential structures
in exchange for more density, not teardowns.
Additionally, “existing infrastructure” is a serious issue in this area, with extremely old water,
sewer, and stormwater utilities. Storm drains regularly clog and overflow downslope on 200S.
This relates to the criteria in 21A.50.050 about adequacy of public facilities.
That said, unfortunately, Salt Lake City officials sometimes see these types of proposals as
opportunities to transfer costs to developers rather than the appropriate broader city population.
Please refrain from that impulse. We voted in favor of a general tax increase for this purpose.
In sum, this assertion in the application is not supported by the actual Growing SLC
Housing Plan. This assertion is a misrepresentation of the Growing SLC Housing Plan
Objectives.
Further, as already repeatedly noted, there are various parcels properly zoned for medium density
in appropriate locations near transit for the conceptual sketch of the possible new construction
multifamily project that these owners say they wish to pursue. Rezoning these parcels is not
justified.
In addition, Applicant is willing to work with the City to provide one affordable housing
unit in the project.
My Comments:
As noted above, the amendments relate to the underlying parcels themselves and any project
concepts are largely irrelevant. Therefore, this offer is a distraction. Worse it is a large net loss of
affordable units as previously noted.
“For these reasons, Applicant requests that the Parcels be rezoned to the RMF-35 District.”
My Comments:
Based on the analysis of this application and the purposes, goals, objectives, and policies of the
city as explained previously, this request is not consistent with these, and does not meet the
standards for approval. This is a logical fallacy. The reasons do not support the request, as I have
demonstrated.
Therefore, the Planning Commission should vote to give a negative recommendation on this
request and reject the request for a Zoning Map and Master Plan Amendment as proposed.
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“d. Is the request amending the Zoning Map? If so, please list the parcel numbers
to be changed.
This Application proposes amending the Zoning Map for Salt Lake County Parcel Nos.
16051350100000; 16051350110000; 16051350120000; 16051350130000;and
16051350140000. Additional information regarding the Parcels may be found in the table,
above.”
No comment.
e. Is the request amending the text of the Zoning Ordinance? If so, please include language
and the reference to the Zoning Ordinance to be changed.
This Application does not request amendments to the text of the Zoning Ordinance.
No comment.
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NPS Form 10-900 , ^|M° No. 10024-0018
(Oct. 1990)
United States Department of the Interior
National Park Service
National Register of Historic Places
Registration Form
This form is for use in nominating or requesting determinations for individual properties and districts. See instructions in How to Complete the National
Register of Historic Places Registration Form (National Register Bulletin 16A). Complete each item by marking "x1 in the appropriate box or by entering the
information requested. If an item does not apply to the property being documented, enter "N/A" for "not applicable." For functions, architectural classification,
materials, and areas of significance, enter only categories and subcategories from the instructions. Place additional entries and narrative items on
continuation sheets (NPS Form 10-900a). Use a typewriter, word processor, or computer, to complete all items.
1. Name of Property
historic name Central City Historic District (Boundary Increase)____________________________
other name/site number Bryant Neighborhood_________________________________________________
2. Location
street& town Roughly bounded by South Temple, 400 South, 700 East and 1100 East
city or town Salt Lake City ___ __
D not for publication
D vicinity
state Utah code UT county Salt Lake code 035 zip code 84102
3. State/Federal Agency Certification
As the designated authority under the National Historic Preservation Act, as amended, I hereby certify that this ^ nomination
D request for determination of eligibility meets the documentation standards for registering properties in the National Register
of Historic Places and meets the procedural and professional requirements set forth in 36 CFR Part 60. In my opinion, the
property E3 meets D does not meet the NationaiyRegister criteria. I recommend that this property be considered significant
D nationally GO staf^wide 13 lp£3jl>-{ Q See continuation sheet for additional comments.)
Signature of certifying official/Title
Utah Division of State History. Office of Historic Preservation
Date
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State or Federal agency and bureau
In my opinion, the property D meets D does not meet the National Register criteria. ( Q See continuation sheet for additional
comments.)
Signature of certifying official/Title Date
State or Federal agency and bureau
4. National Park Service Certification
I hereby certify that the property is:
entered in the National Register.
D See continuation sheet.
D determined eligible for the
National Register
D See continuation sheet.
D determined not eligible for the
National Register.
D removed from the National
Register.
D other, (explain:) _________
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Name of Property
5. Classification
Ownership of Property
(check as many boxes as apply)
Category of Property
(check only one box)
Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County. Utah
City, County and State
Number of Resources within Property
(Do not include previously listed resources in the count.)
^ private
D public-local
D public-State
D public-Federal
D building(s)
IEI district
Qsite
D structure
D object
Contributing
488
488
Noncontributing
176
176
buildings
sites
structures
objects
Total
Name of related multiple property listing
(Enter "N/A" if property is not part of a multiple property listing.)
Number of contributing resources previously listed
in the National Register
6. Function or Use
Historic Function
(Enter categories from instructions)
DOMESTIC: single dwelling
DOMESTIC: multiple dwelling
COMMERCIAL: business
COMMERCIAL: specialty store
RELIGION: religious facility
EDUCATION: school
Current Function
(Enter categories from instructions)
DOMESTIC: single dwelling____
DOMESTIC: multiple dwelling
COMMERCIAL : business
COMMERCIAL: specialty store
RELIGIONS: religious facility
EDUCATION: school
HEALTH CARE: clinic, medical business & office
SOCIAL: club house
7. Description
Architectural Classification
(Enter categories from instructions)
MID-19 CENTURY
LATE VICTORIAN
LATE 19 AND 20 CENTURY REVIVALS__________
LATE 19TH AND EARLY 20 CENTURY AMERICAN MOVEMENTS
OTHER: World War II and Post-War Era
Materials
(Enter categories from instructions)
foundation
walls
roof
other
STONE. CONCRETE
BRICK, WOOD, STUCCO, ADOBE
VENEER, CONCRETE BLOCK
ASPHALT, WOOD
Narrative Description
(Describe the historic and current condition of the property on one or more continuation sheets.)
jSee continuation sheet(s) for Section No. 7
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Central City Historic District. Boundary Increases
Name of Property
Salt Lake City. Salt Lake County. Utah
City, County and State
DEVELOPMENT
8. Description
Applicable National Register Criteria
(Mark "x" in one or more boxes for the criteria qualifying the property
for National Register listing.)
[X] A Property is associated with events that have made
a significant contribution to the broad patterns of
our history.
EH B Property is associated with the lives of persons
significant in our past.
Kl C Property embodies the distinctive characteristics
of a type, period, or method of construction or
represents the work of a master, or possesses
high artistic values, or represents a significant and
distinguishable entity whose components lack
individual distinction.
D D Property has yielded, or is likely to yield,
information important in prehistory or history.
Criteria Considerations
(Mark "x" in all the boxes that apply.)
Property is:
D A owned by a religious institution or used for
religious purposes.
D B removed from its original location.
D C a birthplace or grave.
D D a cemetery.
D E a reconstructed building, object, or structure.
EH F a commemorative property.
D G less than 50 years of age or achieved significance
within the past 50 years. _____
Narrative Statement of Significance
(Explain the significance of the property on one or more continuation sheets.)m
9. Major Bibliographical References
Bibliography
(Cite the books, articles, and other sources used in preparing this form on one or more continuation sheets.
Areas of Significance
(enter categories from instructions)
ARCHITECTURE
COMMUNITY PLANNING
Period of Significance
1870-1946
Significant Dates
Significant Persons
(Complete if Criterion B is marked above)
N/A
Cultural Affiliation
N/A
Architect/Builder
Various, mostly unknown
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Previous documentation on file (NPS):
D preliminary determination of individual listing (36
CFR 67) has been requested
D previously listed in the National Register
D previously determined eligible by the National
Register
D designated a National Historic Landmark
D recorded by Historic American Buildings Survey
# _________________
D recorded by Historic American Engineering
Record # ______________
Primary location of additional data:
Kl State Historic Preservation Office
D Other State agency
D Federal agency
I3 Local government
D University
D Other Name of repository:
See continuation sheet(s) for Section No. 9
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Central City Historic District, Boundary Increase Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah______
Name of Property City, County and State
10. Geographical Data
Acreage of Property approximately 195 acres____________
UTM References
(Place additional boundaries of the property on a continuation sheet.)
A1/2 4/2/6/5/6/0 4/5/1/3/2/4/0 B 1/2 4/2/7/2/6/0 4/5/1/3/2/2/0
Zone Easting Northing Zone Easting Northing
C1/2 4/2/7/2/6/0 4/5/1/3/0/6/0 D1/2 4/2/7/5/0/0 4/5/1/3/0/4/0
Zone Easting Northing Zone Easting Northing
Verbal Boundary Description
(Describe the boundaries of the property.)
See continuation sheet for boundary description and more UTM references
Property Tax No. various
Boundary Justification
(Explain why the boundaries were selected.)
The boundaries enclose the most intact concentration of buildings satisfying the criteria under the areas of significance for
the boundary increase and for the existing Central City Historic District.
C*]See continuation sheet(s) for Section No. 10
11. Form Prepared By
name/title Elizabeth Egleston Giraud, AICP______________________________________________________________
organization Salt Lake City Corporation/Planning Division____________ date March 9, 2001____________
street & number451 S. State, Room 406______________________ telephone 801/535-7128_____
city or town Salt Lake City__________________________ state UT zip code 84109
Additional Documentation
Submit the following items with the completed form:
Continuation Sheets
Maps A USGS map (7.5 or 15 minute series) indicating the property's location.
A Sketch map for historic districts and properties having large acreage or numerous resources.
Photographs: Representative black and white photographs of the property.
Additional items: (Check with the SHPO or FPO for any additional items)
Property Owner
name/title ______________________________________________________
street & number_________________________________ telephone____________________
city or town ________________________________ state ___zip code ____
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Narrative Description
Introduction
The boundary increase to the Central City Historic District encompasses a sixteen-block area directly east of
the original district, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996. It is referred to in this nomination
as the "Bryant neighborhood," in reference to a junior high school that was established in the neighborhood in
1894, although the original building was replaced with another structure in 1980. The boundary increase
consists of 661 buildings, 74 percent of which contribute to the character of the historic district. It is a
neighborhood that is primarily residential with buildings similar in scale to those found in the Central City
Historic District, as well as the University Neighborhood Historic District that borders the boundary increase to
the east. The boundary increase forms a transition between the flat topography of Central City and the
"benches" that characterize the University neighborhood. The northern and southern boundaries of the
increase consist of the South Temple Historic District, associated with a tree-lined street of mixed land uses
known for its historic mansions, and 400 South, a commercial strip of non-contributing buildings, respectively.
South of 400 South is a neighborhood similar to Bryant, locally referred to as "Bennion/Douglas," that is also
planned for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places as a second boundary increase to the
Central City Historic District in 2001.
Many elements of the street pattern, architecture, and landscaping features in the boundary increase are a
continuation of those found in Central City. These elements include ten-acre blocks, an eclectic range of
styles, and a grass median strip, referred to locally as a "parking," in the middle of 800 East and 200 South. As
in Central City, the boundary increase has suffered numerous intrusions. These differ from the original district
in that they are multiple-unit residential properties and institutional uses, such as a large medical clinic and
professional offices, as opposed to the retail commercial development found in Central City. For the most part,
however, they affect the edges of the boundary increase, leaving the rest of the neighborhood largely intact so
that it reflects its association with the growth and development of Salt Lake City.
Streetscapes and Landscapes
Streetscapes throughout the boundary increase are dominated by the wide, numbered streets (100 South, 200
South, etc.) and ten-acre blocks characteristic of the early platted areas of Salt Lake City. Toward the end of
the nineteenth century, as development pressures increased, many of the large blocks were divided by narrow
streets into courts that accommodated homes on lots that were much smaller than those seen on the
numbered streets. With the exception of some of the small, inner-block courts, the streets have curb and
gutter, and the numbered streets have "parking strips:" landscaped areas between the sidewalk and the street.
These parking strips, coupled with lawns and mature trees, provide a pleasant sense of greenery that provides
relief from the boundary increase's proximity to the downtown commercial core. The boundary increase also
contains a "parking," or grass median, on 800 East, similar to the parking on 600 East in Central City. In an
effort to beautify the city, parkings were also established on South Temple, 700 East, 1000, 1200 East and 200
South in the first decade of the twentieth century. Today, only those on 600 East, 800 East, 1200 East and
200 South remain.
Because the boundary increase is bordered on the north, south and west by wide, arterial streets, these edges
have suffered the most intrusion by visually incompatible commercial and residential uses. Few extant,
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contributing buildings remain on these perimeters. The western boundary, 700 East, is a six-lane vehicular
corridor that was widened in 1958. The northern boundary, South Temple, is also a heavily trafficked street; it
separates the boundary increase from the Avenues Historic District, characterized by its steep grade and two-
and-a-half acres lots. The southern boundary consists of 400 South, which begins to curve steeply south at
1000 East to become 500 South. Created in 1936, this curve undercuts a geologic feature, the "East Bench
Fault," that causes the topography of the southeast corner of the boundary increase to be very steeply pitched.
Commercial uses, including family-style restaurants and hotels, dominate this thoroughfare, which is currently
under construction for a light-rail line. The eastern boundary is the most intact and forms the smoothest
transition to an adjoining neighborhood: the University Neighborhood Historic District.
Overall, one- and two-story homes with similar setbacks and side yards form the streetscape, and provide a
uniform relationship to the street. Landscaping consists of mature, deciduous trees and lawns and shrubs in
front of the homes. Most front yards are not fenced, but those that are fenced by compatible materials and
appear very old: wood pickets or wrought iron. The few commercial retail buildings in the increase are
generally early, neighborhood grocery stores and recently constructed convenience stores. It is the medical
offices and clinics, as well as the out-of-period multi-family dwellings, which most visually mar the overall
integrity of the district.
Architectural Styles and Types by Period
Single-Family Dwellings: Initial Settlement. 1847 to 1869
Like Central City, most of the buildings in the Bryant neighborhood were constructed as single-family,
residential dwellings and present a similar range of styles, types and materials. Few buildings remain from the
earliest period of settlement in the boundary increase; those that do exhibit classical details, such as wide
frieze boards and cornice returns, and are of masonry construction with a stucco finish. The hall/parlor plan,
associated with early vernacular architecture in Utah, is most apparent in one of the earliest homes, the
Francis Hughes house at 856 E. 200 S., constructed about 1868 [photograph 1]. This plan, however, lingered
for several more decades, long after most of the other residences in the neighborhood were constructed in
styles contemporary to the period and used nationally. For example, the hall/parlor plan was used as late as
1900 in the neighborhood at 824 Menlo Avenue, although this example has undergone many alterations
[photograph 2].
Single-Family Dwellings: Transition. 1870 to 1900
Other plans associated with early architecture in Salt Lake City, such as the central passage and the cross-
wing plan, are found in the Bryant neighborhood and were constructed during this period. The George
Baddley house at 974 East 300 South is the only example of the central-passage plan in the boundary
increase and was constructed in 1870 of plastered adobe [photograph 3]. Baddley was a potter, a distiller, and
a member of the 1861 group called by Brigham Young to settle Utah's "Dixie," the southwestern corner of the
state. His two wives, Eliza and Charlotte, inherited this property upon his death in 1875, but Charlotte soon
moved to another house nearby and his surrounding land was divided into an interior court street, "Baddley
Place," presumably to provide lots for other family members
The cross-wing plan replaced the hall-parlor as the most common Utah house type after 1880; forty-one
examples exist in the Bryant neighborhood. The Thomas and Mary James house at 335 S. 700 East was
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constructed in the late 1880's; the reasons for the popularity of this style described by local architectural
historians are evident in the home:
The cross wing represented a departure, but not a radical departure, from the older Classical tradition, and its
obvious similarity to the already established temple-form type made the transition all the more palatable.1
The original hall/parlor form of the house was constructed of adobe and stucco with little ornamentation, with
the exception of the attempt to portray the wall surface as stone by scribing the surface [photographs 4-5]. The
Late Victorian-style cross-wing was added about 1890, as was the covered front porch, which is embellished
with turned columns and a pediment. The one-over-one, double-hung windows with segmental brick arches
are additional characteristics of this late nineteenth-century building form. Other outstanding examples of the
cross-wing form include the Ebenezer and Esther Miller house at 1017 E. 300 South, built about 1890, and the
Jane Chander house at 315 S. 700 E., constructed about 1888 [photographs 6-7].
Hall-parlor, central passage, and cross-wing plans are generally associated with vernacular building traditions
in Utah, but "high-style" examples were also constructed during this period. One of the most significant homes
in the boundary increase dating from this time is the Frederick Meyer house, located at 929 E. 200 South
[photograph 8]. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982 and recorded by the Historic
American Building Survey in 1968, it is noted as the best example of one of three major house types used to
express the Italianate style in Utah: the two-story box type, as distinguished from the two-story side
passageway box and the one-story cottage. The house was built in two phases: a two-story main rectangular
block with a one-and-a-half story side wing (1873) and a two-story extension that spans the rear of the house
(c. 1898). The fact that the first section was constructed only three years after the comparatively vernacular
Baddley house indicates that the architectural development of the neighborhood during the period of
significance followed very different trajectories.
Other "high-style" residences in the boundary increase that date from this period include a less ornate
Italianate example, the Hyrum and Ann Reeve house at 718 E. 300 S., and both imposing and modest variants
of the Queen Anne style [photograph 9]. The James Freeze house at 734 E. 200 South was constructed in
1892, and displays the complex roof form, irregular massing, and exuberant use of materials associated with
this style [photograph 10]. This home also illustrates the late Victorian tendency to incorporate elements of
other styles: in this case, the Eastlake, as seen in the turned columns, delicate scroll-cut brackets and porch
trim, and the wooden balustrade with a decorative paneled base. James Freeze, a polygamist with four wives
who all lived in separate homes nearby, was a successful merchant of retail goods. He sold the house in 1901
to Dutch immigrants Wilhelmus and Frances DeGroot. Members of the DeGroot family lived in the home until
1997, when it was sold to an owner who intends to convert it into a reception center.
Single-family Dwellings. Mature Community: 1900-1925
More buildings are extant from this period than any other in the district (39 percent), and of this stock most
were single-family dwellings. A handful of small residences exhibiting vernacular plans, such as shot-gun, hall-
parlor and the previously described cross-wing previously described were built during the earliest years of this
period. For the most part, however, residential architecture from this period exhibits the range of styles that
Thomas Carter and Peter Goss, Utah's Historic Architecture. 1847-1940. Salt Lake City, Utah: University of Utah Press, 1988, p. 37.
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could be seen in almost every early twentieth-century neighborhood: Victorian Eclectic, Prairie, classical or
colonial revivals, and after 1910, the bungalow. The largest homes in these styles are found on the numbered
streets, while smaller versions can be found on the inner-block streets. Tracts of two or three identical homes
are more commonly found on the inner-block streets, but are rare on the numbered streets. As in other
communities in Salt Lake City, the predominant material was brick, although wood clapboard and novelty
siding were also used. Wood details, such as gable-end shingles and for porch details, were frequently
incorporated into the overall design. Many of the foundations are sandstone, cut with a rusticated face.
The most common style from this period is the "Victorian Eclectic," a term coined in Utah that usually describes
a massing of a central block with projecting wings, classical porch details, and one-over-over windows with
segmental brick lintels or wide, single-light windows with a transom and other Victorian details. Most are one-
or one-and-a-half stories, such as the Charles and Clara Nelson house at 334 S. 900 E., circa 1910, but two-
story examples can also be found, such as the Maurice and Effie Kaighn house at 120 S. 1000 E., constructed
almost a decade earlier [photographs 11-12]. Although constructed in the same style and plan, they have
markedly different appearances. The extra height of the Kaighn house causes it to appear as a hipped roof
structure, and the gable end of the projecting block is not as prominent. Also, the porch of the Kaighn house is
characterized by a wide fascia and a shallow-pitch roof, as opposed to the dominant pediment of the porch of
the Nelson house.
The boundary increase also contains about twenty-four foursquare residences. The earliest examples (1892 to
1895) are one-story and have little embellishment. Several are located on inner block streets, such as Bueno,
Linden and Menlo avenues. With one exception, those built after 1900 are two-story and are brick. Many have
classical details, primarily seen in fascias and on porches; others have Craftsman elements and a few are
heavily Neo-Classical. The Ernest Thompson house, constructed in 1902 at 955 E. 100 South and designed by
architect Walter Ware, derives its Craftsman motif from the exposed brackets, the multiple-panes in the
windows and the rectangular bay window in the second story [photograph 13].
Neo-classical Revival foursquare examples represent some of the most impressive homes in the district.
These include the George Mateer house at 250 S. 1000 East, the George Roper house at 805 E. 300 South
and the David Spitz house at 1073 E. 200 South [photographs 14-16]. The Mateer and the Roper residences
were both constructed in 1909 and were designed by architect Bernard Mecklenberg. Essentially their form
consists of two-and-a-half story boxes, but only the Roper residence is readily identifiable as a foursquare.
The Mateer house, with its round-corner bay and wrap-around porch, and the Spitz house, with its two-story,
pedimented porch, command more attention. All fall into the Neo-classical rubric through the use of modillions,
dentil courses, and classically-detailed column, yet all are basic four-square forms under the ornamentation.2
Although not represented in numbers as great as the Victorian Eclectic or the foursquare, other early twentieth-
century styles seen in the boundary increase supplement the diversity of architecture associated with the
neighborhood's development. Arts and Crafts examples, both in Craftsman and Prairie School variants, can
be found. Two examples include the John and Mary Ellen Birch house at 336 S. 1100 East, and Samuel
2 Mecklenberg also designed another house in the boundary addition: the Hyrum Newton house at 322 S. 1000 East (1910), but this is a simpler, late-
Victorian example.
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Sherrill house at 975 E. 100 South, designed by the architectural firm of Ware and Treganza [photographs 17-
18]. Both were constructed in 1908. The Birch house is a combination of gabled forms with wide eaves and
knee brackets; the use of thickly cut wood clapboard and its low profile are in keeping with the Arts and Crafts
ideal of unifying the house to the site and incorporating natural features into the design. The Sherrill residence
is the only Prairie School example in the boundary increase. Sherrill was a building contractor and vice-
president of Liberty Fuel, a successful coal mining company located at Liberty, Utah.
While the architecture of the boundary increase is characterized by diversity, more homes (one-hundred-and-
one) in the neighborhood can be classified as "bungalow" than any other type [photograph 19]. Almost all were
constructed of brick, although many used brick as a wainscoting with stucco above, and almost all are one- or
one-and-a-half stories [photographs 20-21]. In the Bryant neighborhood, as in other older neighborhoods in
Salt Lake City, they tend to show a Prairie School influence, typified by large, plate-glass windows; broad
eaves; and long, wide concrete lintels and sills. Shallow-pitched, hip roofs are ubiquitous for this style, but
their profiles vary through the use of clipped gables or front-facing gables [photograph 22]. Porch columns
generally consist of plain, brick supports or battered piers. A few side-gabled bungalows, such as the Viggo
Madsen house at 57 S. 800 East, also can be found, but this roof form is atypical for the bungalow in this
neighborhood.
Single-family residences: Depression and Decline: 1925 to 1955
Bungalows in the boundary increase were constructed as early as 1906, but most of the construction dates of
this type are clustered from 1910 to 1925. As their popularity waned, the bungalow was replaced by the period
cottage. These were constructed of brick, generally have cross-gabled rooflines with steep pitches, and often
have round-arched entryways that are exaggerated with extremely narrow, steeply pitched roofs. A few are
embellished with stucco wall surfaces on entryways or gable ends and with false half-timbering. Most were
constructed during a short period: 1925 to 1930, but a few were built as late as 1938. After the Depression
and World War II, few single-family homes in the boundary increase were constructed. Inner-city
neighborhoods like those in Central City could not compete with new suburban development. Additionally, few
in-fill lots were available, and because of post-war zoning changes it was more profitable to demolish single-
family structures and construct apartment buildings.
Multiple-family Dwellings: Duplexes and Apartment Buildings
Twenty-three duplexes were constructed during the historic period and represent four different styles. Most
numerous are those constructed during the first decade of the twentieth century. These are characterized by
flat roofs with heavy brick corbelling and are either one- or two-stories [photograph 23]. Their fenestration
pattern consists of single-light windows with a fixed transom in the street facade, and one-over-one windows,
either with segmental brick arches or wide stone lintels for secondary elevations. Most have some semblance
of a porch: often this is only a landing with a minimal roof covering, although a few have porches with classical
details that extend the full-length of the building. Linden Avenue and Reeves Court exhibit an exceptionally
fine assembly of this type and style of duplex [photographs 24-25]. Other duplex examples include six
Victorian Eclectic-style dwellings, with steeply-pitched front gables, two Tudor Revivals, and one Minimal
Traditional style residence at 944-46 E. 300 S., constructed about 1940 [photograph 26-27].
The boundary increase contains 62 apartment buildings comprising 10 percent of the building stock. These
buildings range in number of units from as few as four units to 114. The majority of the apartment buildings in
the boundary increase were constructed after World War II, but 14 were constructed during the city's initial
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apartment construction boom, lasting from 1901 to 1930. These multi-story apartment houses were a new
building form for Salt Lake City and indicated the rapid urbanization the city was experiencing at the beginning
of the twentieth century. This option attracted middle and upper class dwellers who were in transitional phases
of their lives: unmarried young adults, newly-married or childless couples and widows, widowers and retirees.
These apartment buildings were three to four stories high, were of brick construction, and relied on a variety of
stylistic references, usually either Classical Revival or Tudor Revival, for differentiation. Two different types
prevailed: the walk-up, in which each unit extended the full-length of the building, and the double-loaded
corridor, in which a number of units opened off of a central hallway on each floor [photographs 28-29]. The
walk-up was constructed before 1918, and the double-loaded corridor is associated with post-World War I
development. In the boundary increase, there are seven of both types.
Apartment buildings constructed after World War II generally had a small number of units (between four and
eight) with interior stairwells [photograph 30]. Because the circulation system was hidden from view, and
because of the low number of units, they could be made to resemble other single-family, "minimal traditional"
homes of this period, in that they had hipped roofs, were constructed of brick, and had similar fenestration
patterns and materials: steel sash with a large, fixed window flanked by narrow casements divided into four
lights. Often they were elevated on a high foundation in order to make the most of basement units.
This type persisted through the 1950's. Beginning in the early 1960s, another prototype was developed and
proliferated throughout the boundary increase: the "box-car" apartment building. The original ten-acre blocks
made for deep lots, and in order for developers to maximize their investment they re-oriented apartment
buildings to the side, so that the street fagade was either a blank wall or had only minimal window openings for
the end units. At least one, the New Broadmoor Apartments at 938 E. 300 South, has a decorative, screen-
wall of concrete block on the street fagade [photograph 31]. These boxcar apartments ranged between 10 to
40 units and were two or three stories. Each apartment opened to a covered concrete slab shared by all the
units on that floor. The roofs were flat or had a very shallow gabled pitch. Overall, they resembled California
motels of the 1960s.
Although the boxcar apartments had a deleterious effect on the streetscape, they were not as incongruous with
the neighborhood's historic architectural pattern as the high-rise buildings that were erected in the late 1960s.
These include the Sunset Towers, with 15 stories and 114 units at 40 S. 900 East, and the Stansbury, at 710
E. 200 South, with 76 units. Increasingly dense multi-family construction continued into the 1970s, but during
this decade multi-family development took on a different form of being lower in height with a garden-style
layout [photographs 32-34]. They were often constructed of brick and had a vertical orientation, achieved for
the most part by using long, sliding windows placed in a recessed, vertical band of a contrasting wall material
such as T-111 siding. Out of 15 that were constructed during the 1970s, only three were less than 10 units;
the remaining averaged 30 units. By the mid-1980s, Salt Lake City was in the midst of an economic downturn
and real estate slump, and there was little new construction in Central City during this time. Neighborhood
residents' dissatisfaction with past planning decisions and development, coupled with an interest in living
downtown and in historic preservation, led to zoning changes in 1985 and in 1995, when the city zoning code
was re-written. These changes were enacted to protect the existing lower-density development.
Commercial
The few commercial buildings date from the historic period were used as neighborhood stores, and are still
used for retail purposes [photograph 55]. In two instances, stores were connected to existing homes. These
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prototypes exist at 908 and 916 E. 300 South, and at 818 and 816 E. 100 South [photograph 35]. The
residential portions of these structures were constructed about 1895, and the commercial buildings were
attached about ten years later.
The majority of the commercial structures in the boundary increase are affiliated with the medical profession,
due to the proximity of Salt Lake Regional Medical Center, formerly known as Holy Cross Hospital, located at
1050 E. South Temple (but not included in this nomination because almost all of the buildings are out of the
historic period), and the Salt Lake Clinic, located at 333 S. 900 E. Additionally, the neighborhood is only a
couple of miles away from three other hospitals. The medical buildings include offices, clinics, and
rehabilitation centers [photograph 36].
Institutional
There are three churches in the boundary increase: the Eleventh Ward, a neighborhood branch of the Church
of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (951 E. 100 South), Mt. Tabor Lutheran Church (189 S. 700 East), and St.
Paul's Episcopal Church (261 S. 900 East) [photograph 37]. Constructed in 1927, St. Paul's is the only
contributing ecclesiastical structure in the boundary increase. It consists of a small campus and includes a
Gothic Revival chapel and parsonage, both built in 1927 but designed by different architectural firms. Pope
and Burton, well-known for their Prairie School domestic and religious designs, designed the chapel, and Ware
and Treganza, designed the parsonage connected to the chapel.
Outbuildings
Outbuildings in the boundary increase consist primarily of single- and multi-car garages of frame construction
[photograph 56, 57]. These are accessed from streets or alleys, and are placed behind residential structures
at the rear of the lots. Carports generally accommodate the numerous apartment buildings, while the offices
have surface parking lots. At this writing, none of the garages could be considered individually significant.
Summary
The architecture, landscape features and overall streetscapes are a continuation of those found in the original
Central City Historic District, and are representative of the physical development of many decades of Salt Lake
City's development, from the 1860s to 1950. Although there have been intrusions, overall the integrity of the
neighborhood is high, and the trend toward commercial or large-scale multi-family development has slowed
considerably during the last ten years. Almost all of the buildings are residential and were constructed as
single-family dwellings; they retain their original scale, massing and materials and alterations that have marred
their integrity could be reversed. The majority was built from 1870 to 1920, and portrays the multitude of
architectural styles that proliferated in the United States during that time. The architecture and layout of the
boundary increase reinforces its association with Salt Lake City's emergence as a city of regional importance
at the beginning of the twentieth century.
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Summary Statistics
(Based on a February 2001 update of the 1995 reconnaissance level survey)
Evaluation/Status
(661 total Primary)
(188 total Outbuildings)
(849 total both)
Construction Dates
(contributing
buildings
only)
Original Use
(contributing
buildings
only)
Architectural Styles*
(contributing
buildings
only)
Architectural Types
(contributing
buildings
only)
Contributing
74% (488 total)
61% (114 total)
71% (602 total)
1860S-1870S 1880s
Non-contributing
26% (173 total: 91 altered; 82 out-of-period)
39% (74 total)
29% (247 total)
1890s 1900s
1% 3%
1910s 1920s
14% 17%
Single Dwellings
18% 36%
1930s 1940S-1950
4% 7%
Apartment Buildings
80%18%
Commercial. Public & Religious Buildings
2%
Classical Picturesoue Victorian
5% 2%
Period Revival
18%
Settlement-Era
2%
Period Revival
5%
Apart/Hotel
10%
Adobe Stone
45%
World War II Era
4%
Victorian Bungalow
40% 22%
WW Il/Earlv Ranch
1%
Commercial/Public
2%
Stucco/Plaster
.5% 1% 15%
Brick Striated Brick Concrete
67% 11%1%
Bunoalow/Earlv 20 th Cent.
30%
Modern Other
1% 10%
Four sguare
6%
Double House
7%
Other
5%
Wood
36%
Veneer
5.5%
Construction Materials*
(contributing
buildings
only)
Total exceeds 100 percent due to the number of buildings constructed in more than one style and with more than one material.
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Narrative Statement of Significance
The Central City Historic District Boundary Increase is significant under criteria A and C. Under criterion A it is
significant for its association with the transformation of Salt Lake City from an isolated, agriculturally based
community to an industrial and commercial center of regional importance. It is presented as a boundary
increase to the Central City Historic District because it represents a continuation of the pattern of land use and
architectural development seen within the original boundaries of the district. While this district retains the large,
ten-acre blocks and wide streets that characterized the earliest planning efforts of the Mormon pioneers who
settled the Salt Lake Valley, it also exhibits the inner-block development and infill associated with the city's
urbanization that roughly occurred from 1880 to 1910. This urbanization resulted from a greatly expanded
economy, made possible primarily because of rail access to national markets and politics. Under criterion C
the district is significant for the diversity and integrity of the representative architectural types and styles. The
architecture of the rapidly growing city began to reflect new prosperity and an awareness of popular styles,
representing a shift from early vernacular versions of the classical revival styles that the settlers knew from the
communities they left behind. As in the existing Central City Historic District, the boundary increase
neighborhood thus derives its greatest significance as an illustration of the progression from an insular,
communal society to a politically and economically mainstreamed American city.
Initial Settlement: 1847 to 1869
The sixteen blocks included in the boundary increase encompass the northeastern corner of Central City and
is part of a larger area, referred to by the same name, that is associated with the original plan of Salt Lake.
Modeled loosely on L.D.S. Church founder Joseph Smith's "Plat of the City of Zion," Salt Lake City was divided
into a grid pattern of ten-acre blocks, with a block in the center reserved for the temple and wide streets of 132
feet. The blocks were divided into 8 lots of 1.25 acres each, enough to accommodate a family and the
agricultural needs of everyday living, such as a vegetable garden, fruit trees and a few livestock and chickens.
This system was designed to establish an efficient use of land and prevent social isolation.
In February 1849, the city was divided into nineteen wards, the smallest ecclesiastical unit of the L.D.S.
Church. Each ward contained nine blocks, and represented not only an ecclesiastical grouping but also served
social and political purposes. A bishop presided over each ward and was responsible for both the religious
and secular administration of matters in their districts. The Bryant neighborhood contains portions of the
historic boundaries of the Eleventh and Tenth wards.1
Shortly after their arrival in the Salt Lake valley in 1847, Mormon leaders planned to erect an eight foot high
adobe wall from the Jordan River east along Ninth South Street, to about 950 East, north to approximately Fifth
Avenue and westward to the river. Beyond the wall to the south was the "Big Field," an area laid out in parcels
1 The historic area of the Eleventh ward included the blocks bounded by 600 East, 900 East, South Temple to 300 South. The Tenth ward included the
blocks bordered by 600 East, 900 East, 300 South and 600 South streets.
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of five acres "to accommodate the mechanics and artisans."2 Much of the land within the wall was intended to
be used for cropland, as the village settlement extended eastward only to 300 East. The wall was never
finished as planned, but a fence of poles and adobe enclosed the entire area in the late 1850s and protected
the land best suited and most convenient for crops. It also left the city with a physical demarcation between
the initial layout of ten-acre blocks north of 900 South and the smaller blocks and streets associated with turn-
of-the-century subdivisions in what had been the Big Field south of 900 South.
Commercial and residential activity revolved around the Temple core, yet despite the intentions of Mormon
leaders to concentrate settlement close to the center of the city it did not take more than a few years for
residents to move east. Some families moved beyond the eastern boundary of the city wall (at about 950
East), and by 1860 scattered homes could be found as far as Thirteenth East. An 1870 bird's eye view map
shows an even pattern of development for almost all of the early platted areas, including the blocks from 700 to
1000 East that are included in the boundary increase.
The earliest residents in the Bryant neighborhood were, of course, Mormon immigrants, many of whom were
born in the British Isles and immigrated to the United States upon converting to the L.D.S. Church. As in
Central City, these residents were working-class families - painters, carpenters, and laborers. Extant homes
associated with these early occupants include 856 E. 200 South, constructed for Francis Hughes, a painter;
234 S, 900 E., constructed for William Child, an upholsterer and his wife Agnes; and 847 E. 300 S.,
constructed for William Hawkes, a butcher, and his wife Ada [photographs 1, 38-40]. The fact that these
homes are among the earliest in the boundary increase is reflected in the massing and floor plan associated
with the pre-railroad era of the city's history. Both the Hughes and the Child residences are hall-parlor in plan,
are one-story in height and have side-gabled rooflines. They also have the heavy fascias and cornice returns
that are reminiscent of the classical styles favored by early Mormon settlers. The Hawkes home is a cross-
wing plan with a roofline that is more complex than that of the hall-parlor plan, and represented a later, but still
early, phase of architectural development in the boundary increase.
Transition: 1870 to 1900
Brigham Young's ideal of maintaining Salt Lake City as an isolated, religious Utopia was sharply curtailed by
the events of the 1870s. The coming of the transcontinental railroad in Utah in 1869, the development of
mining in the state and the subsequent influx of "Gentiles" (non-Mormons) transformed the city into a
commercial center with a rapidly growing population. No longer would Salt Lake residents be dependent on an
agrarian way of life; the expanding economy provided them with opportunity for employment downtown and in
the rail yards (west of the commercial core). In response to increasingly concentrated places of employment,
Salt Lake's mass transit system advanced from mule-drawn street cars in the central business district in the
early 1870's to an extensive network that transported passengers throughout the valley by 1890. Because
Central City was especially well-served by the streetcar system, residents could easily travel from their homes
to jobs and businesses not only in the commercial and industrial sections of town, but also to new commercial
centers and neighborhoods in the south part of city. By 1891, eight routes extended eastward from Main
2 A/P Associates Planning and Research, Salt Lake City Architectural/Historical Survey: Central/Southern Survey Area, prepared for the Salt Lake City
Planning Division, 1983, p. 21.
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Street to 700 East. Of these eight, one route went as far as 1300 East along 100 South, one extended to 1000
East along 200 South and another traversed 400 South to University Street, curving around the bench at 1000
East. All three lines tied into the Salt Lake and Fort Douglas Railroad that could transport passengers past
2100 South.3
This availability of public transit dramatically changed land-use patterns and introduced new building types.
Since residential expansion was dependent on and followed the development of public transportation systems,
it resulted not only in new subdivisions in the Big Field, but created much denser development in the older
Central City neighborhoods. The large lots had become obsolete because their purpose as gardens and
keeping livestock had largely ceased. Early pioneer families divided up their original lots and gave or sold
them to family members, and developers purchased lots and subdivided them. Narrow, interior streets divided
the ten-acre blocks, small parcels carved up the large lots, and lawns and shade trees replaced gardens and
orchards. By 1898, the earliest year that Sanborn maps portray the Bryant neighborhood, ten interior courts
were established. This does not count the numerous private alleys that also accommodated separate parcels
and homes. Most of this inner-block development was completed by 1911, however, such development also
occurred in the 1920's and after World War II on one street, Barbara Place, at the southeastern corner of the
boundary add ition [photograph 19]. The increase in the density of the land-use pattern was first manifested in
interior-block courts and later in multi-story apartment buildings that accommodated a diverse population.
Inner-block courts
Dooley Court, a quiet cul-de-sac that runs north from 200 South at 825 East, is illustrative of both the physical
layout of these narrow, inner-block streets and of the economically disparate population that characterized
Central City [photograph 41]. It consisted of twenty-two houses (twenty-one are extant) that were constructed
in two phases. Originally called "Wellington Court," it was instigated by James Harvey in 1894. He
constructed fourteen cottages in 1894 that faced each other along the center of the street. Four years later he
built four two-story homes along 200 South Street, an asymmetrical cottage at the head of the cul-de-sac and
two additional cottages [photograph 42]. The name of the street was presumably changed when a mining
investor, William J. Dooley, purchased the property in 1903.4 The remaining structures were built the following
year.
Census data from 1910 and 1920 indicate that professionals and managers lived in the more imposing two-
story houses on 200 South, while single-story cottages on Dooley Court housed railroad workers, salesmen
and clerks. The early tenants were highly migratory, and with one exception, none of the renters stayed in the
cottages more than five years. These census records also indicate that all the Dooley Court residents during
this period were white, were born in the United States and were first generation children of immigrants from
Canada, Sweden, Holland and the British Isles. They were almost all married couples with children. Sixty
percent of the residents in 1910 were children under 14; in 1920, this had increased to 78 percent. Once the
homes began to become privately owned in 1939, the residents became much less mobile.5
3 APA, p. 63
4 Mary Troutman, Wellington/Dooley Court: A Practical Alternative to the American Dream, research paper, 1994, p. 5.
5 Troutman, Wellington/Dooley Court p. 8.
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The scale of the homes on Dooley Court is typical of the majority of dwellings found on the interior streets:
they are small, one-story structures that range from 600 to 1,000 square feet with four or five rooms. The
Dooley Court homes were built on sandstone foundations, with hipped roofs and hipped front bays. Original
decorative elements were minimal, consisting of the front bays, segmented arched windows, and transoms
above the front doors. Although these homes had front porches, they were very plain [photograph 43]. The
four eight-room homes on 200 South, however, were much more elaborate and spacious. They are two
stories, and are distinguished by decorative dogtooth brick courses, and distinctive porches with turned
columns, square balustrades and intricate molding on the porch frieze. They are approximately 2,000 square
feet.
Dooley Court offered a practical housing alternative to families who wanted to live in single-family residences
but lacked the financial resources or stability needed to purchase their own homes. Housing options like those
provided on Dooley Court offered pleasant cottages with modern amenities, lawns, porches and tree-lined play
areas for children to migratory residents who sought living quarters that provided for easy relocation.6
Commercial Development
With the exception of the medically related development that occurred beginning in the 1960's, almost all of
commercial enterprises in the boundary increase were established during this thirty-year period. The 1898
Sanborn map indicates small businesses, including a handful of corner, neighborhood grocery stores, the N.R.
Sen/is Candy Factory at approximately 850 E. 100 South, and the Standard Steam and Hand Laundry Co. at
145 S. Dunbar Avenue (now Lincoln Street). Larger concerns included nurseries, such as the Valley Home
Greenhouse on Floral Lane (now Linden Avenue, between 1000 and 1100 East streets) and Eastern Nurseries
at approximately 840 E. 300 South, owned by Edward Laker. The florists and nurserymen are not listed in city
directories after 1898, and the laundry and candy factory do not appear on the 1911 Sanborn map.
The most imposing commercial enterprise was the Salt Lake Brewery, established in 1871 at 1000 East and
400 South. The location for the brewery was chosen because of a natural mineral water spring found on the
site. By 1911, the site included four large, Romanesque structures designed by Richard Kletting, the architect
of the Utah State Capitol and was one of the three largest breweries in the state, employing three-hundred
men. Prohibition was the death knell for the brewery, and although there were efforts to revive the company as
the Cullen Ice and Beverage Company, this endeavor was not as profitable as the brewery, and the buildings
fell into decline. The brewery's office and bottling works, located across the street (and out of this boundary
increase) at 462 S. 1000 East remain, but the original site was redeveloped as the City View Apartments
[photographs 48-49] after World War II.7
Extant commercial structures in the boundary district that date from the historic period consist of small, retail
establishments, such as the Bryant Grocery at 702 E. 100 South, adaptively re-used as a ski store, and the
Cyrus Foote Commercial building at 942-944 E. 200 South, which was constructed about 1920, and is
currently a grocery store [photograph 55].
6 Ibid, p. 6.
^ Mary Troutman, Salt Lake City Brewing Company (Office and Bottling Works), Designation Form for listing on the Salt Lake City Register of Cultural
Resources.
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Account of Thomas Child
The reminiscences of long-time Central City resident, Thomas Battersby Child, (1888 - 1963) provides an
understanding of the transition the neighborhood east of 700 East underwent during this period. Child was
born in 1888 at 145 S. 700 East, in a home constructed for his great-grandmother in 1855. In 1911, he moved
with his wife to a house a few blocks to the south, 452 S. 800 East, where he resided until his death in 1963.
He lived amidst generations of a large immediate and extended family, and describes in detail the homes and
activities of numerous neighbors. His descriptions of his family's use of their property on 700 East and of
changes that occurred both architecturally and horticulturally provide a compelling look at the appearance of
the neighborhood and the interactions of its residents.
Child describes the progression of his family's building efforts. After living in the 1855 house for a few years,
the house was sold "during the boom of the early 1890's for a good price...." His parents built a home for their
family at the east end of the same lot, at the center of the block, anticipating the creation of an interior block
street that failed to materialize. He states:" My father and mother thought a street would be cut north and
south through the block which never worked out, much to their chagrin and embarrassment. The only entrance
to the property was a driveway between the old Harrocks home and Grandpa Livingston's."
Child was born just before the Salt Lake and Jordan Canal, the main source of culinary and irrigation water in
the city, was submerged. In the Bryant neighborhood it ran from 400 South to 300 South between 1000 East
and 900 East streets, and as boy the canal was a source of income, as he caught frogs to sell for frog legs. In
his neighborhood, the canal was probably covered sometime in the mid-1890s, and he writes, "The city canal
was finally all covered over... It is a great change, probably the greatest in the landscape of our
neighborhood."
Despite the modification in the area's appearance due to work on the canal, it is Child's accounts of the
landscaping in the area that are particularly detailed. They reveal the transition that the neighborhood
underwent from an agrarian landscape of irrigation ditches and stands of Lombardy Poplars, to one of
streetcars and apartment buildings. He writes of his parents' home:
Our yard, as was [sic] all the yards at that time, was orchards and gardens. How vividly I remember the
old coal shed on the alley, sturdily built with the studs on the outside and my pigeon coop on the one
end, with the Red Astrican apple tree and swing right next.7
Two beautiful evergreen trees of different variety were in the front yard with a latticework fence or grill
running south from a south porch... and to a driveway going to the barn. The driveway to the barn was
bordered with a row of Lombardy poplar trees, as was the front yard boundary next to the sidewalk on
700 East. The sidewalks in those days were dirt and had Locust trees planted along the irrigation ditch
between the sidewalk and wagon road. The front and south side was lawn with a garden of choice
perennial flowers, rose bushes and shrubs growing next to the lattice fence.
Several times Child refers to his and his friends' use of the large fields near his home: "In front of our home
was a big field which was used as playground by all boys of the ward...In fact, it was the trail from the school
7 Child, p. 2.
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and developed into a nuisance."8 Assuming that this describes the area about 1900, development had not
encroached into the middle of the block, and although his home was less than a mile from Main Street, his
immediate environment retained some of its early, rural appearance.
The recollections Child provides, however, of his neighbors' homes, indicates that not only was the periphery
of his and nearby blocks filling in with new homes, but that they were often occupied by non-Mormons. He
refers frequently to friends who are non-Mormon, such as Julius Rosenblatt, the son of mining magnate Simon
Rosenblatt, and Harry and Duncan Beveridge, whose father was a mining engineer. He also discusses the
economic disparity that existed among the Mormon families in the area. His own parents suffered financial
constraints, as indicated by his statement that "our home was never really finished until I was a boy of 17 or 18
years of age and could help my folks financially."9 Yet at a young age he perceived the affluence of fellow
church member and polygamist James Perry Freeze, who supported four wives who lived on the corners of
700 East and 200 South: "Contrasting this [the economic situation of his aunts and parents], I have observed
Brother James P. Freeze with a big fine house for each of his three wives operating two successful stores and
a farm [photograph 10]."10 And his long description of his father's association with Francis Armstrong, a very
successful businessman with a Queen Anne-style mansion at the corner of 700 East and 100 South, reveals
his pride that his father, although poor, was accepted by this wealthy family. Overall, Child's recollections
describe a neighborhood at the turn of the century that had absorbed residents of varying religions and
economic means, all within a few decades of the settlement of a religious Utopia with communal economic
goals.
Mature Community, 1900-1925
By 1900, Salt Lake's economy was similar to that of any other American city of its size. It had vastly expanded
beyond the cooperative venture envisioned by early Mormon leaders, and its citizens no longer had to endure
a subsistence way of life. By 1900 Salt Lake City's population consisted of a blend of ethnic groups, class
distinctions and religious affiliations. While the concentration of fine mansions built along South Temple Street
during the first decade of this century are not found in the Bryant neighborhood, less elaborate but comfortable
homes constructed by middle- and upper-class businessmen and professionals can be found throughout the
boundary increase. At the same time, the number of owners who took in boarders indicates that the
neighborhood housed many lower-income people as well. In the early years of the twentieth century, this part
of Salt Lake City was quickly losing its early-settlement appearance. The variety of the residents' professions
and business associations portray the complexity of the economy and society that Salt Lake had attained by
the early part of the last century, and this complexity is reflected in the number of housing and types and styles
found in the Bryant neighborhood.
Prominent businessmen include Stephen M. Covey (945 E. 100 S.), whose ventures remained profitable
concerns for many decades [photograph 44]. Covey built his four-square house in 1907, and although he was
8 Child, p. 15.
9 Child, p. 7.
10 Child, p. 4.
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a sheep man at the time, he established enterprises in irrigation, real estate development and entertainment.
His best-known business was Little America, a large combination of gas station, cafe and motel that was built
on the site in the western Wyoming desert where Mr. Covey had been lost in a blizzard years before.
Several affluent residents were associated with the state's booming mining industry. These include William
Dooley, developer of the eponymous inner court, who had mines in Nevada and lived at 823 E. 200 South;
Robert Lewis, who became Dean of the School of Mines at the University of Utah and who lived at 1023 E. 300
South, and Samuel Sherrill, vice-president of Liberty Fuel, a coal-mining concern (975 E. 100 South.)
[photograph 18]. Several prominent lawyers and judges represented the legal profession in the neighborhood,
including Thomas D. Lewis (921 E. 100 South.) and George Goodwin (217 S. 800 East.). Lewis lived in the
neighborhood for almost fifty years, (1901 to 1949) before moving to California in 1956. In addition to his
private practice, he served in the Utah State Legislature, taught at the University of Utah Law School, and
served as a Third District Court judge from 1903 to 1914. Goodwin, after moving to Salt Lake in 1892 from the
mid-west, where had had served as attorney general of North Dakota, established a successful law firm with
Henry Van Pelt. He resided in his Bryant neighborhood home from 1900 to 1918. Many residents who either
built homes or resided in the neighborhood during this period were physicians, salespeople or merchants.
Perhaps the resident who played the most cosmopolitan role in the neighborhood was Fortunate Anselmo, who
lived with his wife, Anna, at 164 S. 900 East [photograph 45]. Anselmo lived in this foursquare home from 1920
to 1950, and is a significant figure in the history of Utah and Wyoming for his role in the Italian community.
Appointed Italian vice-consul for these states in 1915, he presided over an office responsible for processing all
requests for passports, visas and other documents that required official approval of the Italian government. He
also served as a representative of the Bank of Naples; in this capacity he assisted local Italians in sending
money orders to relatives in the "old country." This function was of vital importance to immigrants whose
families in their native countries depended on their American earnings for support. The Italian immigrants were
employed in industries that necessitated a mobile population: mining, smelting and the railroad, and they had
to rely stability of the services Anselmo offered. Although his consular office was located at his place of
business, 249 Rio Grande Street, his home served as a location for official receptions and informal entertaining
for Italian dignitaries and personalities, as well as numerous public officials who often visited the Anselmo
home as guests.
But not everyone in the Bryant neighborhood was prosperous and well connected. The census records of
1910 indicate that a substantial number of residents were working-class laborers and that at least half of the
residents rented their dwellings. Although records indicate that the number of households who took in
boarders to augment their incomes does not seem as prevalent until the late 1920s and 1930s, many
households accommodated in-laws and extended family members. They also relied on teenagers who had left
school in order to work. Overall, the illustration in the previous text describing Dooley Court held true for much
of the neighborhood: laborers and trades people rented the small, modest homes located in the interior-block
courts, while middle and upper-class residents occupied larger homes on major streets. The census record of
Frank Assenberg (221 S. Iowa Street), describes many households in the Bryant neighborhood during this era.
In 1910, Assenberg, who was listed as the head of the household and worked as a teamster, was 22 years old,
his wife was 20, and they had an infant daughter. Assenberg' s mother-in-law, Ida Steurman, and her three
children, ages 18, 14 and 12, also lived in the house. The children worked: the 18-year-old son was an
elevator boy, and the daughters worked as servants in private homes. The Assenbergs and the Steurmans
had immigrated to the United States from Holland in 1906. They rented their small, clapboard house on Iowa
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Street, a thoroughfare located between 900 and 1000 East streets and 200 and 300 South streets [photograph
46].
Depression and Decline: 1923-1955
Beginning in the 1920s, the Bryant neighborhood and Central City began a slow and inescapable decline
owing to the rise of the automobile, the attraction of new suburbs for people prosperous enough to have
housing choices, and newly-enacted zoning regulations that allowed the encroachment of incompatible uses.
This decline can also be attributed to the fact that Utah suffered depressed economic times much earlier than
the rest of the nation because of the rapid deflation of commodity prices after World War I. The transition of
the neighborhood was in part characterized by the construction of multi-family apartments and the conversion
of many single-family homes into rentals, boarding houses and small apartment buildings. Accordingly, in
1927 Salt Lake City adopted its first zoning ordinance and established seven land-use zones. The fact that the
Bryant neighborhood was zoned "Residential B-2," allowing apartments and hotels, as opposed to the lower-
density "Residential A," which only allowed one- and two-family homes, reflected both the existing land-use
patterns and the view of local government that the neighborhood could absorb higher-density land-use
patterns. (The use of Residential A zones were located in the newly-built suburbs in the original Big Field).
City directories demonstrate that the trend of converting single-family homes into apartments began in the
early 1920s, and continued through the Depression, the war years and into the 1950s. This occurred in the
homes along the numbered streets, which were generally larger than dwellings on the interior block streets and
could accommodate multiple units. For example, the 1926 directory lists John Stewart, an engineer with the
Utah State Road Commission, as the sole household at 176 S. 1100 East [photograph 47], By 1933, two
additional separate households are listed, Omer Stewart and Haner Stewart, each married and presumably
relatives. Five years later Mr. Stewart's residence housed six separate households. Out of a cursory study of
35 houses on the numbered streets that were converted into apartments, approximately half seemed to follow
a similar pattern: single-family ownership in the early 1920s, single-family with a couple of boarders in the
1930s, and conversion into four or more apartments by the early 1950s. The other patterns include conversion
from single-family to two-family units that did not increase in number, or the retention of single-family units until
the 1950s that then exploded into five or more units.
Despite the lack of infill development potential and a perception that the neighborhood was in decline, there
was still residential construction in the neighborhood during this period. Three notable developments include a
group of bungalows on Barbara Place, constructed in 1922; a low-density garden-style apartment complex,
also on Barbara Place, constructed in 1945, and a similar development at 808 E. 300 S. that was built in 1947.
Barbara Place, located in the southeast corner of the boundary increase, did not exist before 1922, as it was
created to accommodate the bungalow development at the east end of the street. Originally this land had
been the site of three ice ponds that belonged to the Salt Lake Brewing Company, whose facilities were
located at the west end of the block. The Halloran-Judge Company developed the bungalows, which consisted
of twelve one-story, brick houses, six on each side of the street. They were Prairie School in design and were
valued at $3,000 [photograph 19].
Just after World War II, the west end of the street was filled in with a series of low-density apartment blocks,
known as the "City View Apartments," that contrast sharply with the bungalows [photographs 48-49]. The
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apartments consist of two-story, side-gabled buildings with some red brick cladding but exhibiting mostly
asbestos siding. They show a slight Colonial Revival influence because of their symmetry and six-over-six
light windows. They consist of four-unit blocks with central stairwells and two units per floor. An ambitious Salt
Lake businessman, Sid Eliason, developed the City View complex. Eliason was born in Snowville, Utah, in
1902 and started his career of the Brigham City (Utah) National Bank. He went on to become the head of
several different companies, most of which were related to construction, and was active in civic affairs. He was
also the developer of the ten-story Charleston Apartments (470 S. 1300 East) east of Barbara Place, which
were constructed in 1950 and are in the University Neighborhood Historic District, listed on the National
Register in 1994.
The other post-war apartment development mentioned above was constructed in 1946 to 1947 by contractors
Roy A. Menlove and Frank J. Miller, about whom little is known. Neither is there information on the
subsequent owners, Joe and Emma Bertagnolli, who purchased the complex soon after its construction.
These apartments are brick, two-stories in height and are similar in their configuration to the City View
Apartments, as they consist of four-unit blocks with centrally placed entrances and stairwells [photograph 50].
This is a smaller complex, however, with 12 units as opposed to the 30 found in the City View. There is also a
more formal site plan: it is laid out in an inverted "U" plan, while the City View is more amorphous as it follows
steep topography.
Erosion of Residential Character: 1955 to 1995
The post-war development mentioned above may have been less desirable because it was rental, but at least
it did not disrupt the historic residential and low-density character of the neighborhood. Overall, however, the
blight suffered by the Bryant neighborhood accelerated during the 1950s and 1960s and to a large extent was
exacerbated by insensitive government policies. In the case of the Bryant neighborhood, the policy at the local
level was in the form of the adoption of the Residential "R-6" zoning in November, 1955, which expanded
allowed uses to include "hospitals for human beings, medical clinics, sanitariums..." Although Holy Cross
Hospital (now known as Salt Lake Regional Medical Center) had been a part of the neighborhood since 1875,
its facilities were primarily contained for decades on the block bordered by South Temple, 100 South, 1100
East and 1000 East. The 1955 amendment to the zoning ordinance, however, changed the complexion of the
neighborhood. At least fifteen clinics, medical office buildings and nursing homes were erected between 1959
and 1975 were erected, each one necessitating the demolition of at least two or three homes. Most of the
medically-related buildings were one- or two-stories, but the Salt Lake Clinic, which relocated from 115 E.
South Temple in 1959 to its present site at 333 S. 900 E., is several stories and continues to grow. Because
the R-6 zone also allowed private clubs and fraternal organizations, a Y.M.C.A. gymnasium and swimming
complex was completed in 1965 at 737 E. 200 S., on a site adjacent to Thomas Child's family home.
Efforts for Preservation
Within the past fifteen years the residents of the Central City, Bryant and University neighborhoods have
become increasingly active in their attempts to reverse the encroachment of non-residential uses in these
areas. Those residents who live furthest east have been the most successful because zoning patterns did not
encourage intense development pressure to the same extent as it did in the neighborhoods closest to the
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central business district. These neighborhoods have also become increasingly attractive to people seeking to
avoid long commutes and who value the experience of living in an urban environment. Despite the unfortunate
encroachment of incompatible commercial uses, the Bryant neighborhood has retained much of its earlier
appearance, including many historic homes, tree-lined streets and landscaped parking strips between the
streets and the sidewalks. As with Central City, the Bryant neighborhood is unique in Salt Lake, as it is one of
the best-preserved residential areas where one can discern the original layout of the community and early
attempts to alter this pattern in response to Salt Lake's transition from Mormon Utopia to regional capital.
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Verbal Boundary Description
DESCRIPTION WRITTEN FROM SALT LAKE CITY SURVEY ATLAS PLATS AND OWNERSHIP
RECORDS.
Beginning 165 feet South and 66 feet West from the Northwest corner of Block 59, Plat "B", Salt Lake City
Survey, part of the Section 5, Township 1 South, Range 1 East, Salt Lake Base and Meridian; thence East
2314.48 feet more or less along South line of the South Temple Historic District to the East line of Block 57 of
said Plat "B", point is also 165 feet South from the Northeast corner of said Block 57; thence South 626.43 feet
along East line of said Block 57 and continuing to the Northeast corner of Block 56 of said Plat "B"; thence East
862.56 feet along North line of Block 29, Plat "F" to the West line of University Neighborhood Historical District
and the center line of 1100 East street; thence South 3035.8 feet along West lines of said University
Neighborhood Historical District to the point 66 feet East from Southeast corner of Block 20, Plat "F"; thence
West along South line of Block 20 of said Plat "F" 396 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot 2 of said Block 20;
thence Northwesterly along a 329.78 foot radius curve to the right 198.51 feet; thence North 14°43'55" East
1.22 feet; thence Northwesterly along a 313.22 foot radius curve to the right 103.26 feet; thence North
32°09'24" West 39.17 feet; thence North 32°09'04" West 10.78 feet; thence Northwesterly along a 348.92 foot
radius curve to the right 76.51 feet; thence South 69°35'22" West 1.12 feet; thence Northwesterly along a
329.78 foot radius curve to the right 78.71 feet to the point on South line of Fuller Avenue and the East right of
way line of U.S. Highway 40; thence North along said East right of way 568.1 feet; thence West 224.05 feet;
thence North 65 feet to the North line of Lot 1, Block 42, Plat "B"; thence West along a Lot line 107.25 feet;
thence North 60 feet; thence East 33 feet; thence North 88.5 feet to the South line of Braddley Place; thence
West along said South line 165 feet; thence North 33 feet; thence East 152.5 feet along North line of said
Braddley Place; thence North 148.5 feet to the North line of Lot 7 of said Block 42; thence West 152.5 feet
along said Lot 7 to the Northwest corner of said Lot 7; thence South 82.5 feet along West line of Lot 7; thence
West 140 feet; thence North 82.5 feet to the North line of Lot 4 of said Block 42; thence West along Lot line
12.625 feet; thence North 165 feet to the North line of said Block 42; thence West along Block line 47.25 feet;
thence South 115.5 feet; thence West 265.275 feet to the East line of Block 41; thence South along East line of
Block 41, 379.5 feet; thence West 192 feet; thence South 5 feet; thence West 63.75 feet; thence South 11.5
feet; thence West 33 feet to the West line of Strongs Court; thence South 148.5 feet; thence West 41.25 feet
along South line of Block 41, Plat "B" to the Southwest corner of Lot 2 of said Block 41; thence North 148.5
feet; thence West 49 feet; thence North 16.5 feet; thence West 173.25 feet; thence South 41.25 feet; thence
West 107.25 feet to the West line of said Block 41; thence North along the West line 54.75 feet; thence West
249.3 feet; thence North 3 feet; thence West 16.5 feet; thence North 82.5 feet; thence East 49.5 feet; thence
North 41.25 feet to the South line of Linden Avenue; thence West along said South line 187.75 feet; thence
North 72°21'27" West along said South line 62.69 feet more or less to the East line of Lot 3, Block 40, Plat "B";
thence West 396 feet to the East line of the Central City Historical District and 66 feet West from West line of
Block 40, Plat "B"; thence North along East line of Central City Historical District 734.31 feet; thence West 66
feet to the intersection of 700 East street right of way and North line of Markea Avenue; thence West along
North line of Markea Avenue 303 feet; thence South 10 feet; thence West 27 feet; thence North 16.5 feet;
thence West 165 feet; thence North 462 feet to the point 66 feet North of the North line of Block 46, Plat "B";
thence East along a line parallel to the said North Block line 561 feet; thence North 1355.45 feet more or less
along East line of Central City Historical District to the point of beginning.
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Common Label Information:
1. Central City Historic District, Boundary Increase
2. Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah
3. Photographer: Elizabeth E. Giraud
4. Date: January 2001
5. Negative on file at Utah SHPO.
6. Photograph No. 1
Francis Hughes house at 856 E. 200 South. Camera facing southeast.
6. Photograph No. 2
Residential structure at 824 E. Menlo Avenue. Camera facing east.
6. Photograph No. 3
George Baddley house at 974 E. 300 South. Camera facing southwest.
6. Photograph No. 4
Thomas and Mary James house at 335 S. 700 East. Camera facing east.
6. Photograph No. 5
Detail of stone scribing at 335 S. 700 E. Camera facing north.
6. Photograph No. 6
Ebenezer and Esther Miller house at 1017 E. 300 South. Camera facing north.
6. Photograph No. 7
Jane Chander house at 315 S. 700 East. Camera facing northeast.
6. Photograph No. 8
Frederick Meyer house at 929 E. 200 South. Camera facing north.
6. Photograph No. 9
Hyrum and Ann Reeve house at 718 E. 300 South. Camera facing south.
6. Photograph No. 10
James Freeze house at 734 E. 200 South. Camera facing southeast.
6. Photograph No. 11
Charles and Clara Nelson house at 334 S. 900 East. Camera facing northeast.
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Maurice and Effie Kaign house at 120 S. 1000 East. Camera facing southwest.
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Ernest Thompson house at 955 E. 100 South. Camera facing northwest.
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George Mateer house at 250 S. 1000 East. Camera facing northwest.
6. Photograph No. 15
George Roper house at 805 E. 300 South. Camera facing north.
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David Spitz house at 1073 E. 200 South. Camera facing north.
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John and Mary Ellen Birch house at 336 S. 1100 East. Camera facing west.
6. Photograph 18
Samuel Sherrill house at 975 E. 100 South. Camera facing northeast.
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1051-1059 E. Barbara Place. Camera facing northwest.
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Brick bungalow at 338 S. 900 East. Camera facing west.
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Brick and stucco bungalow at 1023 E. 300 South. Camera facing northeast.
6. Photograph 22
Front-facing gabled bungalow at 121 S. Lincoln Street. Camera facing northeast.
6. Photograph 23
Early twentieth-century two-story duplex at 218-220 S. Iowa Street. Camera facing southwest.
6. Photograph 24
One-story duplex at 749 E. Linden Avenue. Camera facing north
6. Photograph 25
Streetscape of 739-753 E. Linden Avenue. Camera facing northwest.
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Tudor-Revival duplex at 857-859 E. 300 South. Camera facing northeast.
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Minimal Traditional style duplex at 944-946 E. 300 South. Camera facing southwest.
6. Photograph 28
Walk-up apartment building at 101 S. 800 East. Camera facing southeast.
6. Photograph 29
Double-loaded corridor apartment building at 706 E. 300 South. Camera facing southwest.
6. Photograph 30
Post World War II apartment building at 1032-1034 E. 300 South. Camera facing south.
6. Photograph 31
New Broadmoor apartments at 938 E. 300 South. Camera facing southwest.
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Sunset Towers condominiums at 40 S. 900 East. Camera facing southwest.
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Stansbury condominiums at 710 E. 200 South. Camera facing southwest.
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Shaughnessy condominiums at 253 S. 700 East. Camera facing southeast.
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816-818 E. 100 South. Camera facing southwest.
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Medical clinic at 745 E. 300 South. Camera facing northeast.
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St. Paul's Episcopal Church at 261 S. 900 East. Camera facing northeast.
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William and Agnes Child house at 234 S. 900 East. Camera facing west.
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William and Agnes Child house at 234 S. 900 East, Camera facing southeast.
6. Photograph 40
William and Ada Hawkes house at 847 E. 300 South. Camera facing north.
6. Photograph 41
West side of Dooley Court (825 East). Camera facing northwest.
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835 and 839 E. 200 South. Camera facing northeast
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160 S. Dooley Court. Camera facing west.
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Stephen Covey house 945 E. 100 South. Camera facing northwest.
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Fortunato and Anna Anselmo house at 164 S. 900 East. Camera facing northwest.
6. Photograph 46
Frank Assenberg house at 221 S. Iowa Street. Camera facing southeast.
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John Stewart house at 176 S. 1100 East. Camera facing west.
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1029-1033 E. Barbara Place. Camera facing west.
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1020 E. Barbara Place. Camera facing southeast.
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808 E. 300 South. Camera facing south.
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East side of Lincoln Street (945 East) between 100 and 200 South. Camera facing southeast.
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Houses from 225 to 237 S. on 900 East. Camera facing southeast.
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Residential structures from 950 to 970 E. on 100 South. Camera facing southeast.
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Streetscape of residential structures from 861 to 877 E. on 300 South. Camera facing northeast.
6. Photograph 55
Neighborhood store constructed about 1920 at 944 E. 200 South. Camera facing south.
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Arthur F. Sandack
Attorney at law
925 E 200 So
Salt Lake City, Utah 84102
February 5, 2020
Kelsey Lindquist
Senior Planner
Salt Lake City Planning Division
451 S State Street, Room 406
P.O BOX 148580
Salt Lake City Ut 84114-5480
Kelsey.lindquist@slc.com
RE: Project Name PLNPUM2019-00683& PLNPUM2019-00684
159S Lincoln, 949, 955east, 959E. and 963 East 200 S.
Chiao-ih Hui (address not provided) (Listed as Applicant with Pertioner’s Attorney. Peter and PIk Chi Hui
are the actual owners per Supplemental filiing.)
Master Plan Petition to Amend Zoning Map and Master Plan from R2 to RMF-35 dated 7/19/19
Dear Ms. Lindquist,
I am an attorney, residing and doing business at 925 E. 200 South, Salt Lake City, where I have lived
since purchasing my home in February 1979, 41 years ago., I have raised 3 children here. I am strongly
opposed to the Petition to Amend the Salt Lake City Central Community Master Plan (Master Plan
herein.) and its Land Use map, for the following reasons. I am representing solely myself in this matter
and no other person or entity.
Summary of argument- I submit that the above Petition should be denied given an unfavorable
recommendation from the Planning Commission to the City Council for the following reasons:
1. The Community is largely against it.
2. The Petition is not supported by and is contrary to the Master Plan’s overall land use goals and
policies promoting low density housing in our neighborhood.
3. The Petition is not supported by the Central City Community Historical District goals and
policies.
4. The Petitioner- Owner is a bad neighbor and should not profit from his wrongful, longstanding
acts so detrimental to the neighborhood allowing his properties to be a blight, eyesore, and
danger to by violating housing and other ordinances.
5. Granting the Petition would harm me and the residential neighborhood.
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I.
The Community is largely against The Petition.
The Petition is opposed by a substantial number of residents, as evidenced by Monica Hiding’s petition
of sgned by some 300 neighbors, and the surveys conducted by the East Central neighborhood council
demonstrating 714 of 731 people against and strongly opposed to the Petition. Such opposition is
significant acceptable evidence, upon which the City Council can rely to deny the petition and to be
accountable to the public. See Petersen v. Riverton City, 2010 UT 58, 243 P.3d 1261 (Utah, 2010) and
Bradley v. Payson City Corp., 2001 UT App. 9, 2003 UT 16, 70 P.3d 47 (Utah 2003) (upholding City
decisions not to rezone on the basis of public residential petitions and comments), in which it is stated:
“¶ 11 The Petersens urge us to overrule this long line of precedent and hold that the Council was
acting in a quasi-judicial capacity when it denied their rezoning request and, therefore, that the district
court should have applied the substantial evidence standard in reviewing the decision. We decline to do
so. The case law and statutory authority on which the Petersens rely in making this argument is
inapposite because it involves municipal appeal authorities hearing requests for variances and
interpreting and applying existing zoning ordinances. See, e.g., Xanthos v. Bd. of Adjustment, 685 P.2d
1032, 1034-35 (Utah 1984) (reviewing whether the board of adjustment's denial of a zoning variance
was arbitrary and capricious by applying the substantial evidence standard); Brown v. Sandy City Bd. of
Adjustment, 957 P.2d 207, 210-11 & n. 5 (Utah Ct.App.1998) (reviewing the Board's interpretation of a
zoning ordinance). The administrative bodies in these cases have been created specifically for the
purpose of applying existing ordinances and evaluating the possibility of individual variances. These
tasks are not of the same character as the Petersens' request to amend an existing zoning ordinance in
its entirety. Therefore, because we see no reason to depart from our precedent, we hold that the
Council's denial of the Petersens' rezoning request was a legislative decision.
¶ 12 Having determined that the district court in this case was reviewing a legislative decision under
the reasonably debatable standard, we must now determine whether the district court was correct in
holding that the City's decision was, in fact, reasonably debatable. A municipal board's decision will
meet this standard if "it is reasonably debatable that the [decision to grant or deny the new ordinance]
is in the interest of the general welfare." Bradley, 2003 UT 16, ¶ 14, 70 P.3d 47 (internal quotation marks
omitted).
¶ 13 In Bradley v. Payson City Corp., we were faced with facts very similar to the facts in this case.
The plaintiffs in Bradley submitted an application to the City Council to rezone property from a low-
density residential classification to a high-density classification. Id. ¶¶ 2-3. The Planning Commission
recommended a denial of the application to the City Council despite a recognition that Payson City's
General Plan did not prohibit the type of rezoning requested. Id. ¶¶ 3-4. At the City Council hearing to
consider the application, there were a number of public comments expressing concern over the traffic
implications of the proposed zoning ordinance and the ability to keep and raise horses "which might be
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incompatible with high-density residential development." Id. ¶ 29. The City Council ultimately denied
the application based in part on these public comments. See id. ¶ 5.
And in the Bradley case, the court stated:
¶ 4 At the public hearing before the Planning Commission on Plaintiffs' rezone application, a petition
signed by thirty-eight people was submitted by a neighborhood group that opposed the zoning change.
In addition, thirteen individuals at the hearing expressed their opposition to the R-2-75 rezone. The
public opposition voiced concerns over the adequacy of the area's infrastructure as well as concerns
about maintaining the agricultural nature of the area, which includes using the land for raising horses.
Several public comments also supported the rezone. After public comment, the Planning Commission
recommended that the Payson City Council deny the R-2-75 rezone.
Bradley v. Payson City Corp., 2001 UT App. 9, 2003 UT 16, 70 P.3d 47 (Utah 2003)
¶ 28 It is beyond question, however, that public hearings and citizen comments are a legitimate source
of information for city council members to consider in making legislative decisions. See Harmon City,
2000 UT App 31 at ¶ 26, 997 P.2d 321 (noting that "a city may rely on the concerns of interested citizens
when performing legislative functions"). In reviewing the city council's decision, we do not apply trial-
like "formal rules of procedure or evidence" to evaluate the substance of public comments received by
the city council. Gayland, 358 P.2d at 635. Rather, we presume that city council members will measure
public comments against their own personal knowledge of the various conditions in the city that bear
upon zoning decisions. See id. at 636. A city council's ultimate decision, of course, reflects legislative
preferences that are entitled to a presumption of validity. Id.”
Bradley v. Payson City Corp., 2001 UT App. 9, 2003 UT 16, 70 P.3d 47 (Utah 2003)
“¶ 30 Furthermore, with respect to the Plaintiffs' argument that there was no evidentiary support
behind public comments about increased traffic, we simply note that a city council is not required to
receive advice from experts before making a legislative zoning decision. Moreover, we are not
persuaded that the comments of the Plaintiffs' planning expert, Jim Wilbert, cast doubt on the
reasonability of Payson City's decision. Mr. Wilbert spoke at the public hearing in favor of the zone
change because it would bring affordable housing to the nearby industrial center. However, even
assuming that affordable housing is an important addition to the city plan, Mr. Wilbert's comments do
not directly refute the concerns raised by local business owners and other residents about the
compatibility of high-density residential housing in the industrial and agricultural zones. See Bradley,
2001 UT App 9, ¶ 27, 17 P.3d 1160. The City Council's decision to give greater weight to Mr. Wilbert's
opponents and deny the rezoning simply reflects the exercise of legislative policy preferences that are
entirely within its discretion. (emphasis added)
Bradley v. Payson City Corp., 2001 UT App. 9, 2003 UT 16, 70 P.3d 47 (Utah 2003)”
……..
Due to the overwhelming opposition to this Petition, and other factors cited by myself and neighbors, a
non favorable recommendation should be reported to the City Council. The feeling of the Bryant
neighborhood is to retain and preserve low density housing despite the history of mixed use in this area,
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consistent with the Master Plan which was a result of Community input on Residential land use, in
regard to Future Residential land use changes, at page 9:
“Future Residential land use changes:
The Master Plan recognizes that the City is a living organism, subject to growth, decay, and renewal. Its
intent is to ensure that change occurs in response to the needs of, and in the best interests of, the
residents of the Central Community as well as the City as a whole. This section identifies areas of
potential change in the land use patterns.”(Italics added)
City representative listened to us in 2005 by designating Petioner’s property as low density use and
they should listen to us now.
II.
The Petition is not supported by and is contrary to the Master Plan’s overall land use goals and
policies promoting low density housing in our neighborhood.
The first standard cited by the Planner in considering “A decision to amend In making a decision to
amend the zoning map amendment, states the city Council should consider the following:
1. Whether a proposed amendment is consistent with the purposes, goals, objectives and policies of
the City as stated through its various adopted planning documents.”
Answer: The answer to this is decidedly No. No it is not.
Petioner’s property is marked R2 for Low Density Residential on the the area Zoning map for Future
Land Use Map, in yellow adjacent and across from other R2 properties on its block. it now seeks to
amend to RMF-385 Moderate Density, multifamily Residential. District. The MP defines low density
housing as :
“Low/Medium-Density Residential 10-20 Dwelling Units/Acre (peach on map) This land use designation
allows zero lot line subdivision development, single-family detached residences on small lots (i.e., 2,500-
5,000 square feet per individual lots), and townhouses.”
In effect, the petitioner seeks to create a Subdivision by consolidating its lots and it should be reviewed
as such and prohibited.
It is also contrary to Master Plan Residential Land Use goals and policies, which provide:
“Residential land use policies The Future Land Use map identifies the location of residential land use
categories including Low-Density, Low/Medium-Density, Medium-Density, Medium/HighDensity, High-
Density, Low-Density Residential Mixed Use, Medium-Density Residential Mixed Use and HighDensity
Residential Mixed Use. Residential land use policies are organized into four main categories: Overall land
use policy, policies for existing housing, policies for new construction, and policies for residential mixed
use. Overall land use policy, in part is to:
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RLU-1.1 Preserve low-density residential areas and keep them from being replaced by higher
density residential and commercial uses.
RLU-1.4 Preserve the character of the inner-block courts.
Comment. While Lincoln street may not be an inner court block, it certainly has that character of one
without its disadvantages, and it should be preserved, with its lined small affordable homes like courts
Other mixed uses on the block are primarily Office buildings on the block while zoned RMF 35, they are
not occupied and are quiet at night. They were primarily serving the nearby Regional Hospital but its
uses have appeared to change over time. They also have their own sufficient off-street parking which
Petitioner is not offering at all to its development for services, guests, special events, as it has proposed
to max out the space for maximum housing density for unaffordable units.
Further, See page 8 of the Master Plan referring to:
Existing housing policy Preservation and rehabilitation, under the Master Plan provides through
incentives and code enforcement by implementing the Salt Lake City Community Housing Plan.
RLU-2.1 Preserve housing stock
RLU-2.2 Consider opportunities for the City to purchase residential properties and market them through
City housing programs.
RLU-2.3 Provide improvement programs for redevelopment and rehabilitation of residential structures
and neighborhoods.
RLU-2.4 Assist homebuyers by marketing available government funding programs and residential
rehabilitation programs, such as tax benefits for owners of structures in National Register Historic
districts.
The Supplemental Petition states the proposed development is ‘as recommended by Housing Plan the
proposed development will increase medium density.” This is not correct. The Housing and master Plan
seeks to preserve the stock of low density housing and does not clearly prefer medium density as a
priority.
In regard to the Bryant area where this dispute is located in the Central Community, the Master Plan
provides at page 5-6, describing the neighborhoods in the East Central North neighborhood planning
area.
“Bryant neighborhood. The Bryant neighborhood is located between 700 and 1000 East from South
Temple to 400 South. The layout of the lots and the residential architecture of the Bryant neighborhood
are similar to those found in the neighborhoods directly west, across 700 East in the Central City area.
Both have the same 10-acre blocks and several examples of early, adobe Greek Revival architecture. It
has a rich collection of Central City many architectural styles, including handsome large homes with
classical porticos and expansive porches:
… This neighborhood was listed on the National Register in 2001.”
This section continues to describe “Issues within the East Central North neighborhood” at page 6. Sd
follows:
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Historic preservation
• Protect designated historic resources and National Register properties.
• Ensure that transit-oriented development and other development patterns are consistent with
historic preservation goals.
Further, the implementation statement of the goals, objectives and policies contained in the Master
Plan can accomplish the following, and state:
1. Protect and improve the quality of life for everyone living in the community, regardless of age or
ability.
2. Improve and support community involvement, public participation, and neighborhood activism in the
Central Community.
3. Provide a basis for funding specific programs that assist housing, capital improvement programs, and
public services.
4. Provide opportunities for smarter and more creative development practices to better serve the
community.
5. Prevent inappropriate growth in specific parts of the community.
6. Encourage specific types of growth in designated parts of the community.
7. Establish financial incentives to support alternative modes of mobility.
8. Preserve historic structures and residential neighborhoods.
9. Establish recommendations for better coordination and administrative review of construction
projects and city applications.(underlining added for emphasis)
The Petition if approved is tantamount to spot zoning. While it may not be prohibited per se by the
Master Plan, it is nevertheless an example of arbitrary and unreasonable designations of these parcels
of property to allow its use in a manner inconsistent with the permissible uses of the Master Plan. In this
area this is reasonably debatable and may be deemed illegal. While the historical mixed uses in the
Bryant area, have been a challenge to it in the past, it is aperfect time now to roll back the clock and
protect and promote R2 zones. in view of all the other high density uses popping up in adjacent areas of
the City, which may turn sour over time due to landowner neglect when the sheen wears off the new
premises. Petitioners have offered no reason to deviate from the future use plan other than to benefit
themselves personally, which is all they have ever cared about. Spot zoning makes a mockery of planned
zoning and is poor precedent is this area which is undergoing fast change. There should be a
moratorium on unnecessary development now, considering all else that has been going on and the
alternatives that exist without rezoning this neighborhood.
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III.
The Petition is not supported by the Central City Community Historical District goals and
policies
It is against City Historic Preservation Policy and regulations and Preservation Goals of the Master Plan
as set forth on the preceding page. The Plan also states:
“Goals for individual districts In addition to the global goals, there are specific goals which address the
different characteristics of the individual districts. The goal for the Central City Historic District is stated
in Design Guidelines for Residential Historic Districts in Salt Lake City, Central City Historic District, July 1,
1996, p. 174. “The most significant feature of this district is its overall scale and simple character of
buildings as a group, as a part of the streetscape. As a result, the primary goal is to preserve the general,
modest character of each block as a whole, as seen from the street. Because the overall street character
is the greatest concern, more flexibility in other areas, particularly renovation details should be
allowed.”see page 18.
HP-1.1 Coordinate transit-oriented development corridors with historic preservation requirements.
HP-1.2 Ensure that zoning is conducive to preservation of significant and contributing structures or
properties.
HP-1.3 Improve and expand preservation measures to protect historic development patterns such as
subdivision lot layout, street patterns, neighborhood landscape features and streetscapes.
HP-1.4 Encourage new development, redevelopment and the subdivision of lots in historic districts that
is compatible with the character of existing development of historic districts or individual landmarks
Page 18
And
Education
HP-5.1 Assist community organizations as resources are available to present and provide informational
workshops on historic preservation and building conservation for the general public, property owners,
and contractors through neighborhood community council organizations, web sites, street fairs, the
Utah Heritage Foundation, the Building Permits office, and other channels of information.
HP-5.2 Showcase good examples of preservation to encourage residents to participate in preservation
based on the positive outcomes of the projects.
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HP-5.3 Explore joint educational efforts with governmental, community, and non-profit preservation
groups
Comment- To the extent loss of historic features becomes a pattern, the entire district tax incentive
provisions are jeopardized for the district as a whole. The streetscape of Lincoln street on the West side
is mostly single family homes and it has that characterovwrall. It would be the same on the east side
were the Petition to be denied, at least in part by not approving the Petition or 159 S Lincoln, a
somewhat well-preserved single-family residence., next door to Monica Hiding’s well preserved home.
IV.
The Petitioner- Owner is a bad neighbor and should not profit from his wrongful, longstanding
acts so detrimental to the neighborhood allowing his properties to be a blight, eyesore, and
danger to by violating housing and other ordinances.
Petitioner has been bad neighbor, for reasons next explained. This is relevant to the decision to approve
the Petition or not for a number of reasons,
First it violates the Master Plan itself which recognizes:
“Inadequate property maintenance and enforcement Lack of regular maintenance causes deterioration
of the buildings and compromises the livability of the neighborhood. In some cases, property owners
cannot afford to maintain or repair their residences and do not know about programs that could help. In
other cases, the neglect is deliberate. Neglect should not be tolerated when it impacts a neighborhood’s
image, its reputation, and residents’ quality of life. Property owners and managers, both resident and
absentee, should be held accountable for deliberate property degradation through the enforcement of
existing codes. Residents recognize that property maintenance and code enforcement represent a
combination of legal, social, and moral issues difficult to address with limited administrative resources.
They also see a need to educate homeowners on assistance programs” Page 9.
Secondly, such actions alienate and disrupts and brings down the values of the neighborhood, which
residents have to live with and may well understandably account for the public outrage against this
project. As shown below they have not lived by the code in renting it otu and maintaining it.
Accordingly, it impeaches their representations and comments, they cannot be trusted and, in my
opinion, they have not been forthright with the neighborhood during this public review process, and
their record shows why.
The City Council and Planning Division should not ignore misconduct if it is by Applicant applying to
amending the Master Plan and map itself. It is no answer to say well that is enforcement’s job, when
clearly that job has not been done. Someone has to say no to this kind of behavior. It is the Planning
Department’s job to further the goals of the City. It is unacceptable, that Applicants should be allowed
to take advantage of a process they have so abused. If enforcement has not done its job. It still can.
They neighborhood and their property can be improved. if we are all more vigilant. Many neighbors only
approved of the project because they have given up on the City doing something about the unsightly
mess they see and perceive and believe better just to tear it down and move on, but that only
encourages more and more misconduct, and no lessons are learned. Property owners beware, you have
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responsibilities to your neighbors that the city takes seriously and then maybe your can rezone. This
should be the message, treat the neighborhood better.
And treat your tenants better, this is clearly a city policy to be a good neighbor and maintain suitable
housing. Granting the Petition will displace them. Their tenants have been curiously silent on these
issues or silenced, for fear of speaking out. At one of the neighborhood meetings, a tenant spoke but
refused to answer any questions regarding the occupancy rate of her building, in obvious fear of doing
so, awkwardly attempting to assert the Landlord’s privacy interests. Nor did the Petitioner
applicant/representative, the owner’s daughter, who has most to gain by the approval, answer that
question, disingenuously claiming she did not know the numbers of occupants, and never providing that
information. Nor were they aware their tenant had at the time of the neighborhood meeting,
undertaken to sloppily chop a number of trees. Who does that without direction from the owner to do
so? The petitioner/owner himself never appeared at any of the meetings or the Open House to support
his petition and answer questions, yet his daughter suggested the problems were his making and now
that he was getting too old and they were taking control to make improvements and tear down the
unsafe buildings that allegedly could not be repaired because of the settling foundations ((no
engineering report) a concern I and many neighbors worry about) but we have improved our homes
nevertheless. They said at one point they have only owned the property about a decade while in private
conversations admitted it was decades longer.
It is noteworthy that the original Petition, did not contemplate any improvements on the property. That
seemed to been after thought,(changed in a Supplemental Amended Filing) that no doubt would cost
some money to design a building, that in all likelihood, they never intend to build, It is doubtful the
family has any interest other that selling the property at an appreciated rezoned value. And getting, out.
Actually, managing and maintaining housing on any scale appears to be a challenge for them to pay for.
Petitioner have shown no interest or regard for this neighborhood in all the time I have lived here. The
have created a blight, have visibly failed to improve their property as many others have in the area,
including myself at a cost well over a $100,000. They have rented to felons and disruptive threatening
individuals who have caused me problems over the years, and just recently it was reported there was
drive by shooting at their building, the White house, for the first time ever in this neighborhood of which
I am aware.
As far back a 1999, numerous certificates of noncompliance were issued to the owner of the property by
Salt Lake City. (See Attachment A.) I have seen no signs of improvements to the outside of the property,
in all this time, none to the roof, such as a replacement roof which you would expect. I replaced my roof
in 2019, for the 2nd time since I bought the house.
At some time they painted the building in nonconforming colors, of blue, red and white, a real
distraction- resulting in one which notoriously became known as the China Blue House, which was
known for loud and frequent summer parties for years with live bands outside which we reported
numerous times to the police for continuing to disturb the neighborhood well past midnight with noise
and fighting. Elizbeth Smart was photographed at that house at a party during her captivity.
In 2018 there appeared to be a half-baked effort to improve the parking landscape, two guys hurriedly
spreading gravel over it and planting some bushes, which are all dead and gone now, the landscaping
has never been kept up, but is uncut weeds, overgrown and junk spread out all the front lawn and in
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the back parking area, old junk cars, a dump, attracting rodents. it’s wonder the city tolerates it, in
plain sight. Unshoveled walk ways. Piles of leaves and mud on the front parking and street.
I have spoken with residents and been informed that they are renting by the room, and the heating was
dysfunctional during the winter of 2018-2019, ex-felons seems to have been given a preference as
tenants. I believe the place is over occupied and fire hazard.
In reviewing building inspection records provided me at Attachment A for 955 E 200 South, substandard
deficiencies occur from March 14, 1988. Upon which a Certificate do of NonComplaince was idssued on
October 5\8, 1999, On November 21. 2000 inspection numerous problems are cited as well as concerns
about life, fire and safety codes that the inspector needed to be assured would be addressed. It also
reflects on August 23, 2007 a detailed report of a complaint about “junk(1-/13/99)”, that eventually
went to before a hearing officer for all four properties 959, 955, and 965E 200 S., who reduce the fine to
$100,00 per month, dated 5/3/00. But again, on October 24, 2008 they were given a Notice of
Defiiensies and a Warning Letter from the Health Department for multiple substandard conditions. Also,
the Division of Housing in October 26, 2006. cited numerous work actions against, them. These people
don’t learn or don’t care. On information and belief, I believe that each buildings has a similar pattern of
violations and problems addressed by city inspectors over the year and other records exist, I have not
had a chance to review. I can’t imagine that these continued problems are anything else but deliberate.
This property has always been an eyesore as long as I have lived in the neighborhood, dilapidated and a
blight fire hazard. Despite constant improvement to property and investments by good neighbors such
as Howard Freed and his remarkably restored Victorian home, a real gem, directly across the street from
955 E. 200S and next door to me. The City had contributed adding and landscaped islands on 200 Sfrom
9-00 E to 1200 E, in the 1990’s and eliminating a lane of traffic on 2nd South.
This neighborhood has so much potential, as an attractive corridor to the university crowned by the Park
building at the University. It would be attractive and to single families, seniors and young professionals
who work downtown, to invest in these building and fix them up in preference to living in a high rise and
big apartment complex, with all its problems. At least two of the 5 structures are small homes on each
end of the project and have good potential for being fixed up at a reasonable cost, especially with the
historical tax incentives. There is no reason to rezone these two lots for all the same reasons none of
them should be rezoned.
The neighborhood is close the down town and many services. It is a perfect neighborhood to preserve
for single families and seniors such as myself. It has excellent public transportation advantages.
Based on their past history, I have no reason to trust or believe their development plan, or interest in
rezoning or developing the property or numerous of their representations are reliable regarding the
state of their property. They only want to rezone, to sell out, and profit further at this neighborhood’s
expense. Rezoning would encourage other developers with bigger and more intrusive projects to come
in, and forgo others from building single family residences.
V.
Rezoning would Harm My Interests
As to the harm this rezoning may cause me, I submit the following in conclusion.
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1. Any project would Increase parking and traffic problems. This does not appear to have been
reviewed by traffic at this time on the basis of only a proposed development. I believe it would
result in congestion at the intersection of Lincoln and 200 S, where access from and to both is
through a break in the islands which can be held up due to increasing traffic from and to the
university and bus service, traffic trying to turn left off 200 S, or left onto 200 So, from Lincoln
can bottleneck the whole street.
2. More difficulty with off street parking. This is already a big problem; I believe students from the
U park on the street and bus free to the U. Traffic is backed up on 200 S there due to the single
lanes and new bus service and stops. Cars attempt to make the light at 200 S speed up. It has
become quite dangerous for me to exit my own driveway, cars cannot see me due to the great
number of oversized vehicles parking next to it, and it is hard for me to see them.
3. It will degrade the single family residential appearance and character of the neighborhood to a
marked extent on 2 streets, Lincoln street, a quiet little used street where it is safe for residents
to walk away from the bustle of 200 S.
4. I fear that the destruction of petitioner’s homes if not done carefully will damage my building
structures, and crack foundation and walls. I urge a condition be imposed to conduct
engineering and seismic studies during and before construction of nearby properties that could
be built there of the neighborhood that could be affected by any such destructions and
rebuilding. I do not believe engineering has considered this risk.
5. Lighting, is one of the biggest neighborhood nuisances to me in the neighborhood, the
abundance of lighting in the neighborhood, which impacts us from as much as a block away,
shining g directly in our windows, all night long, which means we either cover our windows
which we do not wish to do or live with it Presumably lighting for 16 more units would only
increase the nuisance, significantly and perhaps created need for more street lighting on Lincoln
Street itself which would increase the nuisance.
6. Impact on walkability, was described and Lincoln street.
7. More noise during the evening is projected and during construction.
8. Impact of the look and identity of the area and street scheme.
9. Protentional devaluation of my property due to higher density housing poorly maintained by
absentee landlords.
10. More noise during the evening is projected.
Thank you for your consideration.
s/ Arthur F. Sandack
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From:
To:Lindquist, Kelsey
Subject:(EXTERNAL) Comments on PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-00684 Zoning Map and Master Plan
Amendments at 949-963 East 200 South and 159 S. Lincoln Street
Date:Monday, February 3, 2020 9:07:54 PM
Hi Kelsey,
Would you please add the following to the record? Thank you.
Dear Planning Commissioners and City Council Members,
I understand you are considering an application to change the zoning and master plan for 949-
963 E 200 S and 159 S Lincoln St. I'd like to express my disapproval of this petition.
I'm a former city council representative for this district, and ride by these properties most days
on my way home from work.
In my current role as an editor for Building Salt Lake, I am a passionate advocate for infill
development. But we don't do right by our city by granting upzones on parcels with viable
(and in this case) historical properties which contribute to neighborhood character.
Adding density can be done without taking out viable structures that are already providing
affordable housing. "Hidden density" is what this neighborhood needs, and can be done
through means like unit legalizations, ADUs, and subtle upzones (e.g. S-2 to S-3).
Thanks for your service and consideration,
Luke Garrott
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February 5, 2020
Re: PLNPCM2019-00683 & PLNPCM2019-00684,
Zoning Map and Master Plan Amendments at 949-963 East 200 South and
159 S. Lincoln Street
From: Jen Colby, Resident, 160 S Lincoln St, Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Dear Members of the Planning Commission and Staff,
I am writing to reiterate my opposition to the request for Zoning Map and Master Plan
Amendments at 949-963 E 200 South and 159 S Lincoln Street in Salt Lake City by the applicant
and agent. I urge you to definitively vote NO and make a negative recommendation on this
application.
In another comment submittal dated February 3, 2020, I analyzed the application itself in detail.
In doing so Idiscussed the federally listed Bryant Neighborhood historic district (East Side
expansion). I wish to add a few more comments for the record regarding the historic preservation
goals and policies of the Central Community Master plan and why this application violates them.
More broadly, it is the responsibility and duty of all Salt Lake City Corporation departments and
bodies to help preserve and enhance both local and national historic districts, listed and
contributing properties. It is not simply the responsibility of Historic Landmarks Commission.
Nor do only locally designated districts matter to the preservation goals and needs of our city. As
I noted earlier, the tax credits afforded to owners of contributing structures are very important to
making preservation work possible for many of us. Additionally, research studies have shown
the economic value of historic districts, structures, and neighborhoods.
As I noted in my earlier comments (incorporated here by reference) the application states “The
non-historic homes on the Parcels have been converted to apartments” on page 4. This statement
is false for several reasons. All buildings are currently within the boundaries of the Salt Lake
City East Side Historic District (2001-2002 expansions). Moreover, this Historic District is
situated in the northeastern edge of Salt Lake City’s Plat B, the first expansion of the city to the
east that was surveyed in 1848 by the very first Mormon pioneer settlers. According to the SHPO
files, “Plat B had the same characteristics of the first plat: ten-acre blocks, each containing lots of
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1 ¼ acres. …originally each lot was allowed the construction of one house with a standard
setback of 20 feet. …the semi-rural lots were subdivided into deep narrow lots and the
neighborhood became more urban in character.” This character is largely retained today thanks
to the preservation efforts and stewardship of many property owners over time, despite some
unfortunate periods of redevelopment and so-called urban renewal.
The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) maintains files for each of the 5
structures. The four houses on 200 South are contributing structures based on an intensive-level
survey. The house at 159 S. Lincoln Street may be non-contributing due to exterior modifications
such as siding applied over the underlying brick structure and inappropriate replacement
windows …”but may still have important local historical significance.” (p. 2 of the Historic Site
Form). SHPO notes that the changes appear superficial and could the reversed with proper
restoration and rehabilitation. Four of the five houses are designated as contributing, and the one
non-contributing house could likely be restored. All these structures are indeed historic.
The structures remain a crucial component of the National Historic District and should be
viewed in light of their role within the fabric of this district. Both 200 South from 900 E to 1000
E and Lincoln Street from 100 South to 200 South retain a great deal of integrity despite some
unfortunate teardowns and out-of-character apartment and commercial construction over the
years. The block faces contain mainly free-standing single historic structures per lot, with
consistent setbacks and generally well-maintained historic properties. The west side of Lincoln
Street is fully intact, while the west side has lost several historic houses to a temporary parking
lot for the medical buildings on 1000 E (excessive parking and not utilized by them, by the way,
and temporary has been a really long time now) and an out-of-character apartment building.
Therefore, that side of the street is already reaching the ~30% loss tipping point. This block face
will lose 2 more structures which the Applicant says they will do if the amendments are
approved. This will degrade the block face even further and arguably destroy its historic
character.
Likewise, other than the non-conforming commercial property that replaced a historic
home on the NW corner of 200 S and 1000E, the north side of 200S in this block is intact. West
of Lincoln Street, the homes and historic apartment buildings are well maintained. The houses
are exquisite, and the owners have put extensive work into restoring them. Losing all 4 historic
homes to the east of Lincoln St and adjacent to that nondescript commercial building would
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permanently destroy the historic character and pattern language of the block face. This should be
avoided at all costs. The Planning Commission should certainly not pave the way for such
destruction. This would violate many of the goals and land use policies of the current Central
Community Master Plan.
The Central Community Master Plan Historic Preservation Goals (p. 18) state:
“Two areas within the Central Community are the focus of new preservation efforts.
The recently listed Bryant neighborhood is a National Register designation and was included
as an extension of the Central City Historic District in August 2001. The Bennion/Douglas
neighborhood received National Register designated in 2002. Other districts need to be
surveyed to determine their eligibility for National Register status.
Where Transit Oriented Development Districts are within local or national historic
districts, preservation of residential neighborhoods, structures, and viable commercial
buildings should be a priority. Transit Oriented Development can target specific properties,
such as those along the 400 South corridor, for redevelopment that do not affect the historic
character of the neighborhood. New development should occur on vacant or
noncontributing sites and should be compatible with the historic district. [emphasis
added] The goal is to allow higher density structures where commercial zoning exists to meet
the desired population density in TOD area while eliminating demolition pressures on
contributing historic structures [emphasis added].
The designation and regulation of historic districts and landmark sites provides a
mechanism to preserve the unique characteristics of Central Community’s historic residential
and commercial neighborhoods. Preservation of the historic areas and structures helps to
maintain a pedestrian scale and strengthen the continuity of land development patterns with
the City’s past.
Historic Preservation goals
Preserve the community’s architectural heritage, historically significant sites and
historic neighborhoods. Ensure that development is compatible with the existing architectural
character and scale of surrounding properties in historic districts.
Goals for individual districts
In addition to the global goals, there are specific goals which address the different
characteristics of the individual districts.”
The goal for the Central City Historic District is stated in Design Guidelines for
Residential Historic Districts in Salt Lake City, Central City Historic District, July 1, 1996, p.
174. “The most significant feature of this district is its overall scale and simple
character of buildings as a group, as a part of the streetscape. As a result, the primary
goal is to preserve the general, modest character of each block as a whole, as seen from
the street. Because the overall street character is the greatest concern, more flexibility
in other areas, particularly renovation details should be allowed.” [emphasis added]
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Relevant specific policies that this Application and amendments would violate include:
Policy HP-1.0 Central Community gives high priority to the preservation of historic
structures and development patterns.
HP-1.2 Ensure that zoning is conducive to preservation of significant and contributing
structures or properties.
HP-1.3 Improve and expand preservation measures to protect historic development
patterns such as subdivision lot layout, street patterns, neighborhood landscape features and
streetscapes.
HP-1.4 Encourage new development, redevelopment and the subdivision of lots in
historic districts that is compatible with the character of existing development of historic districts
or individual landmarks.
Policy HP 2.0 Use building codes and regulations to support preservation.
HP-3.2 Ensure building construction is compatible with existing historic structures.
Additionally, the following Residential Land Use policies in the CCMP relate to preservation
and would be violated by these amendments.
Policy RLU 1.0 – Based on the Future Land Use Map, use residential zoning to establish
and maintain a variety of housing opportunities that meet social needs and income levels of a
diverse population. (p. 9)
RLU-1.1 – Preserve low-density residential neighborhoods and keep them from being
replaced by higher density residential and commercial uses.
Policy RLU 2.0 – Preserve and Protect existing single and multi-family residential
dwellings within the Central Community through codes, regulations, and design review.
As we have witnessed over the years, Salt Lake City has largely failed to uphold the CCMP’s
stated policy for Prevention of Deterioration (p. 10): RLU-2.5 Promote reduction of deterioration
of residential neighborhoods through code enforcement practices.
Its failure to do so should not lead to justification for these otherwise misguided and
inappropriate proposed amendments.
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Below is a brief summary from the SHPO files for each property. Full files are attached.
159 S Lincoln Street: known as the Samuel and Emma Bjorkland house; built circa 1889 by
Samuel Bjorkland; 1 story crosswing Victorian Eclectic Italianate; brick;
949 E. 200 South: known as the Hector and Clintona Griswold House; built 1893 by Harvey
Bacon; 2 ½ story brick residence; Victorian Eclectic, numerous brickwork decorative elements
described in the SHPO file; Contributing. “The significance of the Griswold House falls within
the contextual period Transition, 1870-1900 as described in the Bryant Neighborhood
nomination.” (SHPO file p. 3).
955 E. 200 South: known as the Louis and Agnes Farnsworth House; built 1893; 2 ½ story brick
residence; rectangular block type Victorian Eclectic with Italianate influences; original porch
was removed around 1988 (the year the current owners acquired the property) and “some of the
stylistic integrity has been compromised….however the Farnsworth House continues to make a
contribution to the historical significance of the Bryant Neighborhood.” (SHPO file p. 2)
959 E. 200 South: known by SHPO as the Frances and John Jr. Judson House; also known
locally as “China Blue” of more recent cultural significance; built circa 1897 side-passage type
house, Victorian Eclectic with Shingle Style influence; some out of period alterations;
contributing.
963 E 200 South: known as the Roe and Nettie Frazier House; one-story brick residence built in
1894; …” the Frazier House is an interesting example of the conversion of a typical Victorian
Eclectic cottage to an English Tudor style residence. The Frazier House continues to make a
contribution to the historical significance of the neighborhood.”
For these reasons, as well as all the other criteria in the CCMP and other city plans that
contradict these amendments, I ask that you vote no on the application and give a negative
recommendation to this application.
Sincerely,
Jen Colby
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ATTACHMENT I: DEPARTMENT COMMENTS
Sustainability Comments (Vicki Bennet and Debbie Lyons): Sustainability provided comments with
concerns about the zoning amendment and a neighboring property owner solar access. There is an
impactful difference between the R-2 and RMF-35, in regards to solar access. Sustainability suggested that
perhaps a negotiation could be reached between the two property owners that would allow for full summer
solar access and partial-to-full winter access, in the case of approval of the amendments.
Police Review Comments: No comments were received.
Engineering Comments (Scott Weiler): No comments were received.
Public Utility Comments (Jason Draper): No objection to the proposed zone change. Development of these
properties will likely require additional offsite utility improvements at the developer’s expense.
Fire Code Review (Greg Mikolash): Building Services finds no fire code issues with this proposed amendment.
Future comments may be associated with a building permit review.
Building Code Review (Greg Mikolash): Building Services finds no building code related issues with this
proposed amendment. Future comments may be associated with a building permit review.
Zoning Review (Greg Mikolash): Building Services finds no zoning related issues with this proposed
amendment. Future comments may be associated with a building permit review.
Transportation Review (Michael Barry): There are no objections to the rezone by Transportation.
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3) PLANNING COMMISSION
c) Agenda/Minutes
February 12, 2020
SALT LAKE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
In Room 326 of the City & County Building
February 12, 2020, at 5:30 p.m.
(The order of the items may change at the Commission’s discretion)
FIELD TRIP - The field trip is scheduled to leave at 4:00 p.m.
DINNER - Dinner will be served to the Planning Commissioners and Staff at 5:00 p.m. in Room 126
of the City and County Building. During the dinner break, the Planning Commission may receive
training on city planning related topics, including the role and function of the Planning
Commission.
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING WILL BEGIN AT 5:30 PM IN ROOM 326
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR JANUARY 22, 2020
REPORT OF THE CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR
1. Changes to Planning Commission Policies and Procedures – The Planning Director is requesting
the Planning Commission amend their rules of procedure to include Consent agenda matters. The
Planning Commission may consider what types of petitions may be reviewed in a Consent agenda.
This may include administrative petitions where the Planning Commission is the decision-making
authority.
2. Planned Development Extension Request at approximately 563 & 567 East 600 South - Kristen
Clifford, the consultant who represents the property owner, is requesting the Planning grant a one-
year time extension on approval of a Planned Development at approximately 563 E. 600 S. The
Commission originally granted approval for this project on March 28, 2018 and granted one extension
of that approval that will expire March 28, 2020. (Staff Contact: Amy Thompson at (801) 535-7281 or
amy.thompson@slcgov.com) Case number PLNSUB2017-00297
PUBLIC HEARINGS
3. Zoning Map and Master Plan Amendment for 159 S. Lincoln, 949 E., 955 E., 959 E., 963 E. 200
S. - Graham Gilbert, on behalf of the property owners, is requesting to amend the Central Community
Future Land Use Map and the Zoning Map. The request includes an amendment to the Central
Community Future Land Use Map from Low Density Residential (1-15 dwelling units per acre) to
Medium Density Residential (15-30 dwelling units per acre). The applicant is requesting to amend the
Zoning Map for these properties from R-2 (Single and Two-Family Residential) to RMF-35 (Moderate
Density Multi-Family Residential). The master plan and zoning map amendments are requested
to allow more residential housing units than what is currently allowed. The subject property is located
within District 4, represented by Ana Valdemoros. (Staff Contact: Kelsey Lindquist at (801) 535-7930
or kelsey.lindquist@slcgov.com) Case Numbers PLNPCM2019-00683 and PLNPCM2019-00684
4. The Revival Design Review at approximately 355 South 200 West - A request by Matt Krambule
of PEG Development, representing 4th South Associates LLC and SLHB B Investors, LLC for Design
Review for additional height at approximately 355 South 200 West. The proposed residential mixed-
use project, to be known as the Revival, consists of 5 stories of residential units above 2.5 stories of
parking, with a retail component on the ground floor. A midblock walkway will run east-west along the
north property line. The proposed height of the building is 89 feet and 10 inches. In the D-3 zone,
buildings located between corner properties have a permitted height of 75 feet. Buildings taller than
75 feet but less than 90 feet in may be authorized through the Design Review process. The property
is zoned D-3 (Warehouse/Residential District) and is located in Council District 4, represented by Ana
Valdemoros. (Staff Contact: Laura Bandara at (801) 535-6188 or laura.bandara@slcgov.com) Case
number PLNPCM2019-00640
5. Street Vacation at approximately 800 N and Warm Springs Rd - A request for street vacation by
Mark Greenwood of Granite Construction for vacation of a section of the 800 North right-of-way that
is adjacent to a former overpass from 800 West over I -15 to Warm Springs Road. The approximate
area of the street vacation is 1.3 acres. The subject property is located in a M-1 (Light Manufacturing)
zoning district and is located in Council District #3 represented by Chris Wharton. (Staff Contact: Sara
Javoronok at (801) 535-7625 or sara.javoronok@slcgov.com) Case number PLNPCM2019-00824
6. Conditional Use for an ADU at approximately 1083 S Blair - A request by Tom Candee of Brach
Design on behalf of the property owner, Heather Flanders, for a detached accessory dwelling unit
located at approximately 1083 S Blair Street. The ADU would have an approximately 459 square feet
footprint with a 186 square foot lofted area for a total of 645 square feet. The building height would
not exceed 17 feet. The subject property is located in an R-1/5,000 single family residential zoning
district and is located in Council District 5, represented by Darin Mano. (Staff Contact: Sara Javoronok
at (801) 535-7625 or sara.javoronok@slcgov.com) Case number PLNPCM2019-01051
7. Conditional Use Sacred Circle Group Recovery Home - Sacred Circle Healthcare is requesting
Conditional Use approval for a new medical detoxification/recovery facility to be located on the first
floor in their existing building at 660 South 200 East in the D-2 – Downtown Support zoning district.
The proposed use will consist of a 14-bed in-patient facility with 24-hour supervision and security and
counseling and medical services provided by a multi-disciplinary team. The facility is classified as a
Dwelling - Large Group Home and is allowed as a Conditional Use in the D-2 zoning district. The
property is located within Council District 4, represented by Ana Valdemoros. (Staff Contact: David J.
Gellner at (801) 535-6107 or david.gellner@slcgov.com) Case number PLNPCM2019-01012
8. 700 North Zoning Map Amendment - 3 Properties - R-1/5000 to CB - Property owners Anna Tran
and Hoc Van Do are requesting that the City amend the zoning map for three (3) properties located
at 1616 W 700 N, 1632 W 700 N and 1640 W 700 N respectively. The properties currently contain
individual single-family dwellings, one on each property. The applicants are requesting to change the
zoning map designation of the properties from R-1/5000 (Single-Family Residential) to CB
(Community Business) in order to consolidate the parcels and develop a commercial use on the site.
No specific site development proposal has been submitted at this time. The Master Plan is not being
changed. The properties are located within Council District 1, represented by James Rogers. (Staff
Contact: David J. Gellner at (801) 535-6107 or david.gellner@slcgov.com) Case number
PLNPCM2019-00923
9. 1612 West 700 North Zoning Map Amendment - R-1/5000 to CB - Salt Lake City has received a
request from property owner Bethany Christensen requesting that the City amend the zoning map for
her property located at 1612 W 700 N. The property currently contains an individual single-family
dwelling. The applicant is requesting to change the zoning map designation of the property from R-
1/5000 (Single-Family Residential) to CB (Community Business). No specific site development
proposal has been submitted at this time. The Master Plan is not being changed. The property is
located within Council District 1, represented by James Rogers. (Staff Contact: David J. Gellner at
(801) 535-6107 or david.gellner@slcgov.com) Case number PLNPCM2019-00986
The files for the above items are available in the Planning Division offices, room 406 of the City and County Building. Please
contact the staff planner for information, Visit the Planning Division’s website at www.slcgov.com /planning for copies of the
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minutes will be posted two days after they are ratified, which usually occurs at the next regularly scheduled meeting of the
Planning Commission. Planning Commission Meetings may be watched live on SLCTV Channel 17; past meetings are recorded
and archived, and may be viewed at www.slctv.com. The City & County Building is an accessible facility. People with disabilities
may make requests for reasonable accommodation, which may include alternate formats, interpreters, and other auxiliary aids
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Office at 801-535-7757, or relay service 711.
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SALT LAKE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
City & County Building
451 South State Street, Room 326, Salt Lake City, Utah
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
A roll is being kept of all who attended the Planning Commission Meeting. The meeting was called to
order at 5:33:15 PM. Audio recordings of the Planning Commission meetings are retained for a period
of time.
Present for the Planning Commission meeting were: Chairperson Adrienne Bell; Vice Chairperson
Brenda Scheer; Commissioners Maurine Bachman, Amy Barry, Carolynn Hoskins, Jon Lee, Matt Lyon,
Andres Paredes, and Sara Urquhart.
Planning Staff members present at the meeting were Molly Robinson, Planning Manager; Paul Nielson,
Attorney; Amy Thompson, Senior Planner; Kelsey Lindquist, Senior Planner; Sara Javoronok, Senior
Planner; David Gellner, Principal Planner; and Marlene Rankins, Administrative Secretary.
Field Trip
A field trip was held prior to the work session. Planning Commissioners present were; Maurine Bachman,
Brenda Scheer, and Sara Urquhart. Staff members in attendance were; Molly Robinson, Kelsey
Lindquist, and David Gellner.
• 660 S 200 E: Staff reviewed the request.
Q: Change of use?
A: Building code requirements for occupancy
• 900 E 200 S: Staff reviewed the request.
Q: Are seismic upgrades required for single family homes?
Q: Why is this not a LHD?
• 355 S 200 W: Staff reviewed the request.
Q: Where’s the mid-block walkway?
A: North side of property along ramp to Broadway lofts parking.
APPROVAL OF THE JANUARY 22, 2020, MEETING MINUTES. 5:34:30 PM
MOTION 5:34:36 PM
Commissioner Bachman moved to approve the January 22, 2020, meeting minutes.
Commissioner Scheer seconded the motion. Commissioners Paredes, Urquhart, Lyon, Barry,
Scheer, Lee, and Bachman voted “Aye”. Commissioner Hoskins abstained from voted as she was
not present during the said meeting. The motion passed 6-1.
REPORT OF THE CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR 5:35:12 PM
Chairperson Bell stated she had nothing to report.
Vice Chairperson Scheer stated she had nothing to report.
REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR 5:35:20 PM
Molly Robinson, Planning Manager, suggested that the Commission move the changes to planning
Commission Policies and Procedures to the end of the meeting.
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5:37:14 PM
Planned Development Extension Request at approximately 563 & 567 East 600 South - Kristen
Clifford, the consultant who represents the property owner, is requesting the Planning grant a one-year
time extension on approval of a Planned Development at approximately 563 E. 600 S. The Commission
originally granted approval for this project on March 28, 2018 and granted one extension of that approval
that will expire March 28, 2020. (Staff Contact: Amy Thompson at (801) 535-7281 or
amy.thompson@slcgov.com) Case number PLNSUB2017-00297
Amy Thompson, Senior Planner, provided a brief overview of the request for a one-year time extension.
The Commission and Staff discussed the following:
• What has caused the delay
MOTION 5:38:32 PM
Commissioner Urquhart stated, I move to grant the one-year time extension. Commissioners
Hoskins seconded the motion. Commissioners Paredes, Urquhart, Lyon, Barry, Scheer, Lee,
Hoskins and Bachman voted “Aye”. The motion passed unanimously.
5:41:04 PM
Zoning Map and Master Plan Amendment for 159 S. Lincoln, 949 E., 955 E., 959 E., 963 E. 200 S. -
Graham Gilbert, on behalf of the property owners, is requesting to amend the Central Community Future
Land Use Map and the Zoning Map. The request includes an amendment to the Central Community
Future Land Use Map from Low Density Residential (1-15 dwelling units per acre) to Medium Density
Residential (15-30 dwelling units per acre). The applicant is requesting to amend the Zoning Map for
these properties from R-2 (Single and Two-Family Residential) to RMF-35 (Moderate Density Multi-
Family Residential). The master plan and zoning map amendments are requested to allow more
residential housing units than what is currently allowed. The subject property is located within District 4,
represented by Ana Valdemoros. (Staff Contact: Kelsey Lindquist at (801) 535-7930
or kelsey.lindquist@slcgov.com) Case Numbers PLNPCM2019-00683 and PLNPCM2019-00684
Kelsey Lindquist, Senior Planner, reviewed the petition as outlined in the Staff Report (located in the case
file). She stated Staff recommended that the Planning Commission forward a negative recommendation
to the City Council.
Chia-ih-Hui, applicant, provided a presentation with further detailed information.
The Commission, Staff and Applicant discussed the following:
• Whether there was a seismic report that could be provided to the Commission
• Clarification on what is up for consideration
• Clarification on why this site is more appropriately zoned as RMF-35 than R-2 as is now
• What the height limit is for the R-2 zone is
• Clarification on what can be built in the R-2 zone by right
PUBLIC HEARING 6:04:16 PM
Chairperson Bell opened the Public Hearing;
Salt Lake City Planning Commission February 12, 2020 Page 3
Esther Hunter, Chairperson for the East Central Community Council, stated there was over 700 electronic
responses from the community survey as for as impacts. She also stated that this area is significant to
the neighborhood and it would have significant impact to change from the R-2.
Mark Bunce – Stated his opposition of the request. He also stated that there are several people in the
neighborhood that have had to make large investments for upgrades and maintenance and believes there
are housing developers who are willing to purchase the homes and rehab them to a high contemporary
standard in a great neighborhood like this.
DeGinna Toyn – Was not present to speak but provided a comment card to state her opposition.
Paul Toyn – Was not present to speak but provided a comment card to state his opposition.
Monica Hilding – Stated she personally collected almost 300 signatures on a petition that is included in
the staff report. She also stated her opposition.
Madison Limansky – Stated her opposition of the request and stated from her prospective the owners
don’t care about the safety, cleanliness, and quality of life in the neighborhood.
Ann O’Connell – Did not wish to speak but provided a comment card to state her opposition.
Howard Brough – Did not wish to speak but provided a comment card to state his opposition.
Tom Dickman – Questioned where the current residents will go if this request is approved.
Kathy Scott – Did not wish to speak but provided a comment card to state her opposition.
Peg Alderman - Did not wish to speak but provided a comment card to state her opposition.
Maha Barrani - Did not wish to speak but provided a comment card to state opposition.
Anny Lefebrre – Stated she does not believe the proposed zoning is compatible with the neighboring
properties. Stated her opposition to the request.
Christy Porucznik – Stated she supports the staff recommendation and oppose the rezoning on 2nd South.
Morgan Galbraith – Stated his opposition to the request.
Keenan Wells – Stated his opposition to the request.
Irina Zaletnaya – Read from the State Historic Preservation office files of the said structures.
Melissa Hubbell – Stated her opposition of the request. She also stated parking is an issue as it is.
Tim Funk – Stated that the project if approved, could mean that the loss of affordable housing and the
loss of current residents.
Jen Colby – Stated her opposition to the request.
Rich Wilcox - Did not wish to speak but provided a comment card to state his opposition.
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Arthur Sangack – Stated his opposition to the request.
John Hunt - Did not wish to speak but provided a comment card to state his opposition.
Cindy Cromer – Stated owners control of multiple continuous properties is not a consideration, the central
community has precipitated more neighborhood plans and small area plans than any other part of the
city. She also stated that in addition to the volume and consistency of the master plan the decision of
previous planning commissions and city council’s in this neighborhood should inform your own
deliberations.
Zachary Dussault – Stated his support of the request.
Anne Beck - Did not wish to speak but provided a comment card to state her opposition.
Brad Beck - Did not wish to speak but provided a comment card to state his opposition.
James Wells - Did not wish to speak but provided a comment card to state his opposition.
Brent Barnett – Stated his opposition of the request. He also stated that it is important that the
neighborhood retain is historic character and that government incentives allow homes contributing to the
character of this neighborhood a full refund of 40% of construction cost.
Melinda Main – Stated that there would too much vehicle congestion in the area and shared her
opposition.
Scot Andrews – Stated his support and stated it will improve and stabilize the neighborhood and increase
values for everyone.
Keven and Karla Jensen – Stated their support in the project and believe it would have distinct
advantages.
Cory Cummings – Stated that this is not the solution in Salt Lake City and opposed the request.
Angela Jensen – Provided some history of the property.
Wayne Sander – Stated that government housing that has been abandoned can be used for the City.
Seeing no one wished to speak; Chairperson Bell closed the Public Hearing.
The Commission, Staff and Applicant further discussed the following:
• Clarified the Central Community Future Land Use Map
• Clarification on what the intent was with the Future Land Use Map and why certain areas show
medium and high-density zoning
• Discussed the goals of the 5 Year Housing Plan and how staff is prioritizing the goals
• Discussed the National Historic District and the potential expansion of the University Local
Historic District
• Clarification on what could be built by right on the properties
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MOTION 7:09:54 PM
Commissioner Lyon stated, based on the findings and analysis in the staff report, testimony, and
discussion at the public hearing, I move that the Planning Commission recommend that the City
Council deny the proposed Zoning and Master Plan Amendment, PLNPCM2019-00683 and
PLNPCM2019-00684, for the properties located at 159 S. Lincoln, 949 E., 955 E., 959 E., and 963 E.
200 S., proposed zoning map amendment from R-2 (Single and Two-Family Residential) district
to RMF-35 (Moderate Density Multi-Family Residential) district and the requested master plan
amendment from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential.
Commissioner Urquhart seconded the motion. Commissioners Bachman, Hoskins, Lee, Scheer,
Barry, Lyon, Urquhart, and Paredes voted “Aye”. The motion passed unanimously.
7:11:53 PM
The Commission took a short recess
7:18:55 PM
The Revival Design Review at approximately 355 South 200 West - A request by Matt Krambule of
PEG Development, representing 4th South Associates LLC and SLHB B Investors, LLC for Design
Review for additional height at approximately 355 South 200 West. The proposed residential mixed-use
project, to be known as the Revival, consists of 5 stories of residential units above 2.5 stories of parking,
with a retail component on the ground floor. A midblock walkway will run east-west along the north
property line. The proposed height of the building is 89 feet and 10 inches. In the D-3 zone, buildings
located between corner properties have a permitted height of 75 feet. Buildings taller than 75 feet but
less than 90 feet in may be authorized through the Design Review process. The property is zoned D-3
(Warehouse/Residential District) and is located in Council District 4, represented by Ana Valdemoros.
(Staff Contact: Laura Bandara at (801) 535-6188 or laura.bandara@slcgov.com) Case number
PLNPCM2019-00640
Kelsey Lindquist, Senior Planner, represented Laura Bandara in her absence. Kelsey reviewed the
petition as outlined in the Staff Report (located in the case file). She stated Staff recommended that the
Planning Commission approve the petition with conditions listed in the staff report.
Matt Krambule and Brian Mecham, applicants, provided a presentation with further design details.
PUBLIC HEARING 7:33:10 PM
Chairperson Bell opened the Public Hearing;
Curt Lund – Stated his opposition of the proposal. He stated the proposal would affect his business.
Vladimir Acosta – Provided a comment card in opposition of the petition but did not wish to speak.
Zachary Dussault – Stated his support of the height variance, his only concern is with the number of
parking spots being provided.
Seeing no one else wished to speak; Chairperson Bell closed the Public Hearing.
The applicants addressed the public concerns.
The Commission, Staff and Applicants further discussed the following:
• Whether the applicant has planned out how to minimize impact on the adjacent property
3) PLANNING COMMISSION
d) Staff Presentation Slides
February 12, 2020
Salt Lake City
Planning Commission
February 12, 2020
Planning Commission
Request to amend the Central Community Future Land Use
Map and the Zoning Map for the properties located at 159
S. Lincoln, 949 E., 955 E., 959 E., and 963 E. 200 S.
Zoning Map Amendment R-2 (Single and Two-Family
Residential) to RMF-35 (Moderate Density Residential)
Master Plan Amendment from Low Density Residential (1-15
dwelling units per acre) to Medium Density Residential
(15-30 dwelling units per acre)
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Issues and Public Process
•Conflict with the Adopted Standards for Amendments
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Proposal
•National Historic Districts and Historic Preservation
•Public Opinion and Neighborhood Concerns
Public Process
•Staff attended the East Central Community Council on
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•Open House was held on October 7, 2019
•Public comments received prior to February 5, 2020 are
found within Attachment H
Staff Recommendation
Staff is recommending that the Planning Commission forward a negative
recommendation to the City Council regarding PLNPCM2019-000683 and
PLNPCM2019-000684.
3) PLANNING COMMISSION
e) Applicant Presentation Slides
February 12, 2020
Zoning Map and Master Plan Amendment
for
159 S Lincoln, 949 E,
955 E, 959 E, 963 E, 200 South
PLNPCM2019-00683 and PLNPCM2019-00684
February 12, 2020
Content
•Location•Current Structures•Explored Considerations•Proposed Plans•Evaluation Criteria•Benefits
Location of Proposal
900 East 1000 East
•949 East 200 South•955 East 200 South•959 East 200 South•963 East 200 South•159 South Lincoln Street
Current Structures View from 200 south of structures
Very little green space, room for revitalization, not in historic preservation overlay
Current Structures continued
159 Lincoln Street
A significant portion of Lincoln Street is Multifamily and Commercial
Explored Considerations
•We’ve repaired and restored 3 homes in Historic University District and The Avenues neighborhoods.•Original plan to remodel existing structures to more family-friendly floor plans with environmentally-friendly updates.
•Roadblock 1: The scope of remodel would trigger the requirement to bring all structures to current seismic code, which led us to commission a Structural Engineering Report from a reputable Structural Engineer.
•Roadblock 2: Recommendations from Structural Engineering Report indicated that building a new structure would be more structurally sound and more financially viable.
Neighborhood
Considered what would be compatible within the neighborhood
Proposed Plan
•From 9 –16 units•Energy efficient appliances•Energy efficient build materials•EV Chargers in garages•Bike racks•Designated Affordable Housing Unit•Working with Pacificorp Power
Site Plan
•16 units•3 3-bedroom/2-car garage units•Affordable housing unit•12 2-bedroom/2-car garage units•1 1-bedroom/1-car garage unit
•4 visitor parking stalls
•Significantly more green space
•Accessibility:•Bike racks•½ block away from bus stop both EB •and WB
Considerations
•Brick exterior•Mansard roof•Architectural elements•Engagement with street•Ample parking•Accessibility•Sustainability•Green space•Professional Property Management
Evaluation Criteria -Code 21A.50.050
1.🗸🗸Whether a proposed map amendment is consistent with the purposes, goals, objectives, and policies of the City as stated through its various adopted planning documents
2.🗸🗸Whether a proposed map amendment furthers the specific purpose statements of the zoning ordinance
3.🗸🗸The extent to which a proposed map amendment will affect adjacent properties
4.🗸🗸Whether a proposed map amendment is consistent with the purposes and provisions of any applicable overlay zoning districts which may impose additional standards
5.🗸🗸The adequacy of public facilities and services intended to serve the subject property, including, but not limited to, roadways, parks and recreational facilities, police and fire protection, schools, stormwater drainage systems, water supplies, and wastewater and refuse collection. (Ord. 56-14, 2014)
Evaluation Criteria -Code 21A.50.050
1.Whether a proposed map amendment is consistent with the purposes, goals, objectives, and policies of the City as stated through its various adopted planning documents 🗸🗸•Plan Salt Lake (2015):•RMF-35: “By creating places with a diverse mix of uses, building types, connections, and transportation options, people have the choice of where they live, how they live, and how they get around. As our City grows and evolves overtime, having a diverse mix of uses in our neighborhoods citywide will become increasingly important to accommodate responsible growth and provide people with real choices.” •Medium density: “Density and compact development are important principles of sustainable growth, allowing for more affordable transportation options and creating vibrant and diverse places. Density in the appropriate locations, including near existing infrastructure, compatible development, and major transportation corridors, can help to accommodate future growth more efficiently. This type of compact development allows people to live closer to where they work, recreate, shop, and carry out their daily lives, resulting in less automobile dependency and greater mobility.”
Evaluation Criteria -Code 21A.50.050
2. Whether a proposed map amendment furthers the specific purpose statements of the zoning ordinance: 🗸🗸•The “statement of intent” for all residential districts within the City is: City Code 21A.24.010. “The residential districts are intended to provide a range of housing choices to meet the needs of Salt Lake City's citizens, to offer a balance of housing types and densities, to preserve and maintain the city's neighborhoods as safe and convenient places to live, to promote the harmonious development of residential communities, to ensure compatible infill development, and to help implement adopted plans (emphasis added).”•The purpose of the RMF-35 moderate density multi-family residential district is to provide an environment suitable for a variety of moderate density housing types, including single-family, two-family, and multi-family dwellings with a maximum height of thirty five feet (35').
Evaluation Criteria -Code 21A.50.050
3. The extent to which a proposed map amendment will affect adjacent properties 🗸🗸•As noted in previous slides, there are already commercial properties abutting to the proposed property, as well as significant ratio of multi-family dwellings in the immediate area.•Proposed amendment would permit 35’ dwelling, which is what 3 of 4 structures on 200 south already are.•Plan Salt Lake (2015): Compatibility of development generally refers to how a development integrates into the existing scale and character of a neighborhood.New development should be context sensitive to the surrounding development, taking into account the existing character of the neighborhood while providing opportunities for new growth and to enhance the sense of place.
Evaluation Criteria -Code 21A.50.050
4. Whether a proposed map amendment is consistent with the
purposes and provisions of any applicable overlay zoning districts which
may impose additional standards 🗸🗸•The properties are located in the Bryant National Historical District,
but not in the City’s Historic Preservation Overlay District and not
subject to the rules in the Overlay District.
Evaluation Criteria -Code 21A.50.050
5. The adequacy of public facilities and services intended to serve the
subject property, including, but not limited to, roadways, parks and
recreational facilities, police and fire protection, schools, stormwater
drainage systems, water supplies, and wastewater and refuse
collection. (Ord. 56-14, 2014) 🗸🗸•All pertinent Salt Lake City Departments and Divisions have reviewed
the proposal and have recommended approval as specified
Benefits
•Supports Plan Salt Lake’s Growth Initiatives and Housing Initiative by adding medium-density housing stock in a high-growth area•Supports Plan Salt Lake’s Housing Initiatives by designated unit for affordable housing•Supports Plan Salt Lake’s first guiding principle that Neighborhoods provide a safe environment, opportunity for social interaction, and services needed for the wellbeing of the community therein by revitalization of 5 adjacent properties with goals of bringing more families into the neighborhood•Impacts to walkability, neighborhood engagement, area school funding•Sustainability green building
Thank You
3) PLANNING COMMISSION
f) Additional Written Comments
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Attachment A
Sandack Opposition Correspondence to City Planner
RE: Project Name PLNPUM2019-00683& PLNPUM2019-00684
1595 Lincoln, 949, 955east, 959E. t and 963 East 200 S.
Chiao-ih Hui (address not provi ded) (Listed as Applicant w ith Portioner's Attorney. Peter and Plk Chi Hui
are the actual owners.)
1
Arthur F. Sandack
Attorney at law
925 E 200 So
Salt Lake City, Utah 84102
February 7, 2020
REVISED CORRECTED PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR RESUBMISSION AND SUBSTITION of February 5 2020,
Comments to
Kelsey Lindquist
Senior Planner
Salt Lake City Planning Division
451 S State Street, Room 406
P.O BOX 148580
Salt Lake City Ut 84114-5480
Kelsey.lindquist@slc.com
RE: Project Name PLNPUM2019-00683& PLNPUM2019-00684
159S Lincoln, 949, 955east, 959E. and 963 East 200 S.
Chiao-ih Hui (address not provided) (Listed as Applicant with Petitioner’s Attorney.
Peter and PIk Chi Hui are the actual owners per Supplemental filing.)
Master Plan Petition to Amend Zoning Map and Master Plan from R2 to RMF-35 dated 7/19/19
Dear Ms. Lindquist,
I am an attorney, residing and doing business at 925 E. 200 South, Salt Lake City, where I have lived
since purchasing my home in February 1979, 41 years ago., I have raised 3 children here. I am strongly
opposed to the Petition to Amend the Salt Lake City Central Community Master Plan (Master Plan or MP
herein.) and its Land Use map, for the following reasons. I am representing solely myself in this matter
and no other person or entity.
Summary of argument- I submit that the above Petition should be denied given an unfavorable
recommendation from the Planning Commission to the City Council for the following reasons:
1. The Community is largely against it.
2. The Petition is not supported by and is contrary to the Master Plan’s overall land use goals and
policies promoting low density housing in our neighborhood.
3. The Petition is not supported by the Central City Community Historical District goals and
policies.
4. The Petitioner/Owner is a bad neighbor who should not profit from his wrongful, longstanding
acts detrimental to the neighborhood by allowing his properties to be a blight, eyesore, and
danger and by violating housing and other ordinances and codes for decades
5. Granting the Petition would harm me and the residential neighborhood.
2
I.
The Community is largely against The Petition.
The Petition is opposed by a substantial number of residents, as evidenced by Monica Hilding’s petition
signed by nearly 300 neighbors, and the surveys conducted by the East Central neighborhood council
demonstrating 714 of 731 people against and strongly opposed to the Petition., as is the Council itself.
Such opposition is significant acceptable evidence, upon which the City Council can rely to deny the
petition. See Petersen v. Riverton City, 2010 UT 58, 243 P.3d 1261 (Utah, 2010) and Bradley v. Payson
City Corp., 2001 UT App. 9, 2003 UT 16, 70 P.3d 47 (Utah 2003) (upholding City decisions not to rezone
on the basis of public residential petitions and comments), in which it is stated:
“¶ 11 The Petersens urge us to overrule this long line of precedent and hold that the Council was
acting in a quasi-judicial capacity when it denied their rezoning request and, therefore, that the district
court should have applied the substantial evidence standard in reviewing the decision. We decline to do
so. The case law and statutory authority on which the Petersens rely in making this argument is
inapposite because it involves municipal appeal authorities hearing requests for variances and
interpreting and applying existing zoning ordinances. See, e.g., Xanthos v. Bd. of Adjustment, 685 P.2d
1032, 1034-35 (Utah 1984) (reviewing whether the board of adjustment's denial of a zoning variance
was arbitrary and capricious by applying the substantial evidence standard); Brown v. Sandy City Bd. of
Adjustment, 957 P.2d 207, 210-11 & n. 5 (Utah Ct.App.1998) (reviewing the Board's interpretation of a
zoning ordinance). The administrative bodies in these cases have been created specifically for the
purpose of applying existing ordinances and evaluating the possibility of individual variances. These
tasks are not of the same character as the Petersens' request to amend an existing zoning ordinance in
its entirety. Therefore, because we see no reason to depart from our precedent, we hold that the
Council's denial of the Petersens' rezoning request was a legislative decision.
¶ 12 Having determined that the district court in this case was reviewing a legislative decision under
the reasonably debatable standard, we must now determine whether the district court was correct in
holding that the City's decision was, in fact, reasonably debatable. A municipal board's decision will
meet this standard if "it is reasonably debatable that the [decision to grant or deny the new ordinance]
is in the interest of the general welfare." Bradley, 2003 UT 16, ¶ 14, 70 P.3d 47 (internal quotation marks
omitted).
¶ 13 In Bradley v. Payson City Corp., we were faced with facts very similar to the facts in this case.
The plaintiffs in Bradley submitted an application to the City Council to rezone property from a low-
density residential classification to a high-density classification. Id. ¶¶ 2-3. The Planning Commission
recommended a denial of the application to the City Council despite a recognition that Payson City's
General Plan did not prohibit the type of rezoning requested. Id. ¶¶ 3-4. At the City Council hearing to
consider the application, there were a number of public comments expressing concern over the traffic
implications of the proposed zoning ordinance and the ability to keep and raise horses "which might be
incompatible with high-density residential development." Id. ¶ 29. The City Council ultimately denied
the application based in part on these public comments. See id. ¶ 5.
3
And in the Bradley case, the court stated:
¶ 4 At the public hearing before the Planning Commission on Plaintiffs' rezone application, a petition
signed by thirty-eight people was submitted by a neighborhood group that opposed the zoning change.
In addition, thirteen individuals at the hearing expressed their opposition to the R-2-75 rezone. The
public opposition voiced concerns over the adequacy of the area's infrastructure as well as concerns
about maintaining the agricultural nature of the area, which includes using the land for raising horses.
Several public comments also supported the rezone. After public comment, the Planning Commission
recommended that the Payson City Council deny the R-2-75 rezone.
Bradley v. Payson City Corp., 2001 UT App. 9, 2003 UT 16, 70 P.3d 47 (Utah 2003)
¶ 28 It is beyond question, however, that public hearings and citizen comments are a legitimate source
of information for city council members to consider in making legislative decisions. See Harmon City,
2000 UT App 31 at ¶ 26, 997 P.2d 321 (noting that "a city may rely on the concerns of interested citizens
when performing legislative functions"). In reviewing the city council's decision, we do not apply trial-
like "formal rules of procedure or evidence" to evaluate the substance of public comments received by
the city council. Gayland, 358 P.2d at 635. Rather, we presume that city council members will measure
public comments against their own personal knowledge of the various conditions in the city that bear
upon zoning decisions. See id. at 636. A city council's ultimate decision, of course, reflects legislative
preferences that are entitled to a presumption of validity. Id.”
Bradley v. Payson City Corp., 2001 UT App. 9, 2003 UT 16, 70 P.3d 47 (Utah 2003)
“¶ 30 Furthermore, with respect to the Plaintiffs' argument that there was no evidentiary support
behind public comments about increased traffic, we simply note that a city council is not required to
receive advice from experts before making a legislative zoning decision. Moreover, we are not
persuaded that the comments of the Plaintiffs' planning expert, Jim Wilbert, cast doubt on the
reasonability of Payson City's decision. Mr. Wilbert spoke at the public hearing in favor of the zone
change because it would bring affordable housing to the nearby industrial center. However, even
assuming that affordable housing is an important addition to the city plan, Mr. Wilbert's comments do
not directly refute the concerns raised by local business owners and other residents about the
compatibility of high-density residential housing in the industrial and agricultural zones. See Bradley,
2001 UT App 9, ¶ 27, 17 P.3d 1160. The City Council's decision to give greater weight to Mr. Wilbert's
opponents and deny the rezoning simply reflects the exercise of legislative policy preferences that are
entirely within its discretion. (emphasis added)
Bradley v. Payson City Corp., 2001 UT App. 9, 2003 UT 16, 70 P.3d 47 (Utah 2003)”
……..
Comment. Due to the overwhelming opposition to this Petition and other factors cited by myself and
neighbors, a non-favorable recommendation should be issued to the City Council and it consequentially
should deny it. The feeling and desire of the Bryant neighborhood within the East Central North
neighborhood planning area is to retain and preserve low density housing despite the history of mixed
use in this area, consistent with the Master Plan which was a result of Community input on Residential
land use, in regard to Future Residential land use changes, at page 9 states:
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“Future Residential land use changes:
The Master Plan recognizes that the City is a living organism, subject to growth, decay, and renewal. Its
intent is to ensure that change occurs in response to the needs of, and in the best interests of, the
residents of the Central Community as well as the City as a whole. This section identifies areas of
potential change in the land use patterns.”(Italics added)
City representatives listened to residents in 2005 by designating Petitioner’s property as low density use
and they should listen to us now.
II.
The Petition is not supported by and is contrary to the Master Plan’s overall land use goals and
policies promoting low density housing in our neighborhood.
The first standard cited by the Planner in considering “A decision to amend in making a decision to
amend the zoning map amendment, states the city Council should consider the following:
1. Whether a proposed amendment is consistent with the purposes, goals, objectives and policies of
the City as stated through its various adopted planning documents.”
Answer: The answer to this is decidedly No. No it is not consistent with the MP.
Petitioner’s property is marked light yellow for Low Density Residential on the area Zoning map for
Future Land Use Map, and is adjacent to and near other low density properties in the neighborhood. It
now seeks to amend to RMF-385 Moderate Density, multifamily Residential. District. The MP defines
low density housing as:
“Low/Medium-Density Residential 10-20 Dwelling Units/Acre (peach on map) This land use designation
allows zero lot line subdivision development, single-family detached residences on small lots (i.e., 2,500-
5,000 square feet per individual lots), and townhouses.” MP page 8
Low-Density Residential 1-15 Dwelling Units/Acre (light yellow on map) This land use designation allows
moderate sized lots (i.e., 3,000-10,000 square feet) where single-family detached homes are the
dominant land use. Low-density includes single-family attached and detached dwellings as permissible
on a single residential lot subject to zoning.MP p.9
Low/Medium-Density Residential 10-20 Dwelling Units/Acre (peach on map) This land use designation
allows zero lot line subdivision development, single-family detached residences on small lots (i.e., 2,500-
5,000 square feet per individual lots), and townhouses. Low/medium-density residential areas are mainly
low-density neighborhoods containing a broad mix of dwelling units ranging from single family detached
to single family attached dwelling units (three or more units per structure). This type of mix is established
in the areas located between South Temple and 800 South from 500 East to 1300 East.” MP p.9
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In effect, the petitioner seeks to create a Subdivision by consolidating its lots and it should be reviewed
as such and prohibited. Its combined size of .682 acres on a corner lot, would have an oversized impact
on the face and streetscape as single family residential neighborhood in that quadrant.
It is also contrary to Master Plan Residential Land Use goals and policies, which provide at pp 9-10.
“Residential land use policies
The Future Land Use map identifies the location of residential land use categories including Low-Density,
Low/Medium-Density, Medium-Density, Medium/HighDensity, High-Density, Low-Density Residential
Mixed Use, Medium-Density Residential Mixed Use and HighDensity Residential Mixed Use. Residential
land use policies are organized into four main categories: Overall land use policy, policies for existing
housing, policies for new construction, and policies for residential mixed use page 9.
Overall land use policy,[includes] (italics original)
RLU-1.1 Preserve low-density residential areas and keep them from being replaced by higher
density residential and commercial uses.
RLU-1.4 Preserve the character of the inner-block courts.“ (bold added for emphasis)
Comment. While Lincoln street may not per se be an inner court block, it certainly has the character of
one without its disadvantages, and it should be preserved, with its lined small affordable homes like
courts.
Other mixed uses on the East block f Lincoln facing 1000 East R2 and Office buildings while zoned RMF
35, they are not occupied and are quiet at night. They were primarily serving the nearby Regional
Hospital but its uses have appeared to change over time., as other clinic space was erected on 10th East.
They also have their own sufficient sizable off-street parking lots which Petitioner is or may not be
building for services, guests, special events, in order to increase the space for maximum housing density
for the unaffordable units it portrays.
Further, see page 8 of the Master Plan referring to:
Existing housing policy Preservation and rehabilitation, under the Master Plan provides through
incentives and code enforcement by implementing the Salt Lake City Community Housing Plan.
RLU-2.1 Preserve housing stock
RLU-2.2 Consider opportunities for the City to purchase residential properties and market them through
City housing programs.
RLU-2.3 Provide improvement programs for redevelopment and rehabilitation of residential structures
and neighborhoods.
RLU-2.4 Assist homebuyers by marketing available government funding programs and residential
rehabilitation programs, such as tax benefits for owners of structures in National Register Historic
districts.
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Comment. The Supplemental Petition states ‘as recommended by Housing Plan the proposed
development will increase medium density.” This is not correct. The Housing and master Plan, as seen
above “seeks to preserve the stock of low density housing “and in no wise clearly prefers medium
density as a priority but is quite the contrary. CF Residential issues in East Central North neighborhood
at p. 6, next discussed.
In regard to the Bryant area where this dispute is located in the Central Community, the Master Plan
provides at page 5-6, describing the neighborhoods in the East Central North neighborhood planning
area.
“Bryant neighborhood. The Bryant neighborhood is located between 700 and 1000 East from South
Temple to 400 South. The layout of the lots and the residential architecture of the Bryant neighborhood
are similar to those found in the neighborhoods directly west, across 700 East in the Central City area.
Both have the same 10-acre blocks and several examples of early, adobe Greek Revival architecture. It
has a rich collection of Central City many architectural styles, including handsome large homes with
classical porticos and expansive porches:
… This neighborhood was listed on the National Register in 2001.”
I regard to the National Register, the MP continues to present “Issues within the East Central North
neighborhood” (itlalics original )at page 6). as:
“Historic preservation
• Protect designated historic resources and National Register properties.
• Ensure that transit-oriented development and other development patterns are consistent with
historic preservation goals.
Residential:
•1Reduce excessive density potential, stabilize the neighborhood, and conserve the neighborhood’s
residential character.
• 2Improve zoning enforcement, including illegal conversion to apartments, yard cleanup, “slum lords,”
etc.
• 6Encourage higher density housing in East Downtown, Downtown, and Gateway to decrease the
pressure to meet those housing needs in this neighborhood.
• 8. Preserve historic structures and residential neighborhoods.” MP p.3
Contrary to Petitioner’s contention medium density
Under over all point 6 medium density over low density is not to be encouraged here at all but
downtown to take pressure off this area.
Further, “the implementation statement of the goals, objectives and policies contained in the Master
Plan can accomplish the following:
1. Protect and improve the quality of life for everyone living in the community, regardless of age or
ability.
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2. Improve and support community involvement, public participation, and neighborhood activism in the
Central Community.
3. Provide a basis for funding specific programs that assist housing, capital improvement programs, and
public services.
4. Provide opportunities for smarter and more creative development practices to better serve the
community.
5. Prevent inappropriate growth in specific parts of the community.
6. Encourage specific types of growth in designated parts of the community.
7. Establish financial incentives to support alternative modes of mobility.
8. Preserve historic structures and residential neighborhoods.
9. Establish recommendations for better coordination and administrative review of construction
projects and city applications. (underlining added for emphasis)
The Petition if approved is tantamount to spot zoning. While it may not be prohibited per se by the
Master Plan, it is nevertheless an example of arbitrary and unreasonable designations of these parcels of
property allowing its use in a manner inconsistent with the overall Master Plan and accordingly may be
deemed illegal spot zoning. While the historical mixed uses in the Bryant area, have been a challenge to
it in the past, it is a perfect time now to roll back the clock and protect and promote low density housing
in the area. in view of all the other high density uses popping up in adjacent areas of the City, which may
turn sour over time due to landowner neglect when the sheen wears off the new premises. Petitioner
has offered no compelling reason to deviate from the future use plan other than to benefit themselves
personally, which is all they have ever cared about. Spot zoning makes a mockery of planned zoning and
is poor precedent in the Central Community which is vulnerable to development and undergoing fast
change. There should be a moratorium on unnecessary development now, considering all else that has
been going on and the alternatives that exist without rezoning this neighborhood.
III.
The Petition is not supported by the Central City Community Historical District goals and
policies
As just discussed rezoning and likely demolition, is against City Historic Preservation Policy and
regulations and Preservation Goals of the Master Plan as set forth on the preceding page. The Plan also
describes:
“Future Historic Preservation changes
Two areas within the Central Community are the focus of new preservation efforts. The recently listed
Bryant neighborhood is a National Register designation and was included as an extension of the Central
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City Historic District in August 2001. The Bennion/Douglas neighborhood received National Register
designated in 2002. Other districts need to be surveyed to determine their eligibility for National
Register status.
“Goals for individual districts In addition to the global goals, there are specific goals which address the
different characteristics of the individual districts. The goal for the Central City Historic District is stated
in Design Guidelines for Residential Historic Districts in Salt Lake City, Central City Historic District, July 1,
1996, p. 174. “The most significant feature of this district is its overall scale and simple character of
buildings as a group, as a part of the streetscape. As a result, the primary goal is to preserve the general,
modest character of each block as a whole, as seen from the street. Because the overall street character
is the greatest concern, more flexibility in other areas, particularly renovation details should be
allowed.” see page 18.(italics and emphasis added)
HP-1.1 Coordinate transit-oriented development corridors with historic preservation requirements.
HP-1.2 Ensure that zoning is conducive to preservation of significant and contributing structures or
properties.
HP-1.3 Improve and expand preservation measures to protect historic development patterns such as
subdivision lot layout, street patterns, neighborhood landscape features and streetscapes.
HP-1.4 Encourage new development, redevelopment and the subdivision of lots in historic districts that
is compatible with the character of existing development of historic districts or individual landmarks
Page 18
And
Education
HP-5.1 Assist community organizations as resources are available to present and provide informational
workshops on historic preservation and building conservation for the general public, property owners,
and contractors through neighborhood community council organizations, web sites, street fairs, the
Utah Heritage Foundation, the Building Permits office, and other channels of information.
HP-5.2 Showcase good examples of preservation to encourage residents to participate in preservation
based on the positive outcomes of the projects.
HP-5.3 Explore joint educational efforts with governmental, community, and non-profit preservation
groups
Comment- Petitioner plans to demolish a group of homes of affordable housing in this area that was
built by immigrants for immigrants who in turn were vital to building the City. Do we want to eradicate
that area? To the extent loss of historic features becomes a pattern, the entire district tax incentive
provisions are jeopardized for the district as a whole. The streetscape of Lincoln street on the West side
is mostly single family homes and it has that character overall. It would be the same on the east side
were the Petition to be denied, at least in part by not approving the Petition or 159 S Lincoln, a
somewhat well-preserved single-family residence., next door to Monica Hilding’s well preserved home.
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IV.
The Petitioner/Owner is a bad neighbor who should not profit from his wrongful, longstanding
acts detrimental to the neighborhood by allowing his properties to be a blight, eyesore, and
danger and by violating housing and other ordinances and codes for decades
Petitioner has been bad neighbor, aka Slumlord, for reasons next explained. This is relevant to the
decision to approve the Petition or not for a number of reasons,
First it violates the spirit of the Master Plan itself which recognizes:
“Inadequate property maintenance and enforcement Lack of regular maintenance causes deterioration
of the buildings and compromises the livability of the neighborhood. In some cases, property owners
cannot afford to maintain or repair their residences and do not know about programs that could help. In
other cases, the neglect is deliberate. Neglect should not be tolerated when it impacts a neighborhood’s
image, its reputation, and residents’ quality of life. Property owners and managers, both resident and
absentee, should be held accountable for deliberate property degradation through the enforcement of
existing codes. Residents recognize that property maintenance and code enforcement represent a
combination of legal, social, and moral issues difficult to address with limited administrative resources.
They also see a need to educate homeowners on assistance programs” Page 9.
Secondly, such actions alienate and have brought down the values of the neighborhood, which residents
have to live with and may well understandably account for the public outrage against this project. As
shown below they have not lived by the code in renting it out and maintaining it. And are repeat
offenders. Accordingly, it impeaches their representations and comments, they cannot be trusted and,
in my opinion, to develop the property of maintain it for that matter. Nor have not been forthright anor
transparent with the neighborhood and council during this public review process, and their record
shows why.
The City Council and Planning Division should not ignore misconduct if it is by an Applicant seeking to
amend the Master Plan and map itself. It is no answer to say well that is enforcement’s job, when clearly
that course has not worked due to recalcitrance. Someone has to say no to this kind of behavior. It is
the Planning Department’s job too to further the goals of the City. It is unacceptable, that Applicants
should not be allowed to take advantage of a process they have so abused, If enforcement has fallen
short. It still be made to work and can. The neighborhood and the City can be more vigilant. Many
neighbors only approved of the project because they have given up on the City doing something about
the unsightly mess they see and perceive and believe its better just to tear it down and move on, but
that only encourages more and more misconduct, and no Lessons are Learned. Property owners
beware, you have responsibilities to your neighbors that the city takes seriously to earn the privilege of
rezoning. This should be the message, treat the neighborhood better.
And treat your tenants better, this is clearly a city policy to be a good neighbor and maintain suitable
housing. Granting the Petition will displace them. Their tenants have been curiously silent on these
issues or silenced, for fear of speaking out. At one of the neighborhood meetings, a tenant spoke but
refused to answer any questions regarding the occupancy rate of her building, in obvious fear of doing
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so, awkwardly attempting to assert the Landlord’s privacy interests. Nor did the Petitioner
applicant/representative, the owner’s daughter, who has most to gain by the approval, answer that
question, disingenuously claiming she did not know the numbers of occupants, and never providing that
information. It is relevant to truly appreciating what the density of the neighborhood actually is and
how many people will be displaced, it cannot be brushed off so easily. They claim they reside in
apartments, but evidence shows they have rented by the room, and I have been told that by a tenant.
Nor was the Petitioner aware one of their renters had at the time of the neighborhood meeting,
undertaken to hurriedly and sloppily chop a number of frontage trees. Who does that without direction
and permission from the owner to do so? The petitioner/owner himself never appeared at any of the
meetings or the Open House to support his petition and answer questions, yet his daughter suggested
the problems were his making and now that he was getting too old and they were taking control to
make improvements. Yet the Owner has been spotted at the premises going about his business. She
and her want to put things in shape and tear down the unsafe buildings that allegedly cannot be
repaired because of the settling foundations ((an engineering report was claimed to support this but
never furnished.) Settling is a concern I and many neighbors have but we have improved our homes
nevertheless at great cost. They said at one point they have only owned the property about a decade
while in private conversations with me admitted it is decades longer.
in all likelihood, they never intend to build the development. It is doubtful the family has any interest
other that selling the property at an appreciated rezoned value., now and getting Dad’s este in order is
more of a priority than managing and maintaining housing on any scale which appears to be a costly
challenge for them.
Petitioner has shown no interest or regard for this neighborhood in all the time I have lived here, so why
now? The have created a blight, and have visibly failed to improve their property as many otherss have ,
including myself at a cost well over six figures. They have rented to felons and disruptive threatening
individuals who have caused me problems over the years, and just recently it was reported there was
drive by shooting at their building, the White house, for the first time ever in this neighborhood of which
I am aware.
As far back as 1988 numerous certificates of noncompliance were issued to the owner of the property
by Salt Lake City. (See Attachment A.) I have seen no signs of improvements to the outside of the
property, in all this time, none to the roof, such as a replacement roof which you would expect. I just
replaced my roof in 2019, with a 50 year roof, and replaced it when I first bought the house.
At some time they painted the building in nonconforming colors, of blue, red and white, a real
distraction- resulting in one which notoriously became known as the China Blue House, which was
notorious for loud and frequent summer parties for years with live bands outside which we reported
numerous times to the police for continuing to disturb the neighborhood well past midnight with noise
and fighting. Elizbeth Smart was photographed at one house at a party during her captivity in 2002.
In 2018 there appeared to be a half-baked effort to improve the parking landscape on 200 S. with two
guys hurriedly spreading gravel over it and planting some vegetation which are all dead and gone now,
the landscaping has never been kept up, but is uncut weeds, overgrown and junk spread out all the
front lawn and in the back parking area, old junk cars, a dump, attracting rodents. it’s a wonder the
city tolerates it, in plain sight. Piles of leaves and mud on the front parking and street.
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I have spoken with residents and been informed that they are renting by the room, and the heating was
dysfunctional during the winter of 2018-2019, ex-felons seems to have been given a preference as
tenants. I believe the place is over occupied and fire hazard.
In reviewing building inspection records provided me at Attachment A for 955 E 200 South, substandard
deficiencies occur from March 14, 1988. Upon which a Certificate of Non Compliance was issued. On
November 21, 2000 inspection numerous problems are cited as well as concerns about life, fire and
safety codes that the inspector needed to be assured would be addressed. It also reflects on August 23,
2007, a detailed report of a complaint about “junk(1-/13/99)”, that eventually went to before a hearing
officer for all four properties 959, 955, and 965 E 200 S., who reduced the fine to $100,00 per month,
dated 5/3/00. But again, on October 24, 2008 they were given a Notice of Deficiencies and a Warning
Letter from the Health Department for multiple substandard conditions. Also, the Division of Housing in
October 26, 2006. cited numerous work actions against, them. These people don’t learn or don’t care.
On information and belief, I believe that each building has a similar pattern of violations and problems
addressed by city inspectors over the year and other records exist, I have not had a chance to review. I
can’t imagine that these continued problems are anything else but deliberate practices.
This property has always been an eyesore as long as I have lived in the neighborhood, dilapidated, a
blight and fire hazard. Despite constant improvement to property and investments by good neighbors
such as my next door neighbor who has admirably restored his Victorian home at 929 E 200 S. , a real
gem, directly across the street from 955 E. 200S. The City has contributed significantly by adding
landscaped islands on 200 S from 900 E to 1200 E, in the 1early 90’s, I believe when it eliminated a lane
of traffic on 2nd South.
This neighborhood has so much potential, as an attractive corridor to the University crowned by the
Park building overlooking it. It would be attractive to single families, seniors and young professionals
who work downtown, to invest in these buildings and fix them up in preference to living in a high rise
and big apartment complex, with all its problems. At least two of the 5 structures are small homes on
each end of the project and have good potential for being fixed up at a reasonable cost, especially with
the historical tax incentives. There is no reason to rezone these two lots for all the same reasons none of
them should be rezoned.
The neighborhood is close the down town and many services. It is a perfect neighborhood to preserve
for single families and seniors such as myself. It has excellent public transportation advantages and easy
biking.
Based on their past history, I have no reason to trust or believe their development plan, or interest in
rezoning or developing the property or numerous of their representations are reliable regarding the
state of their property. They only want to rezone, to sell out, and profit further at this neighborhood’s
expense. Rezoning would encourage other developers with bigger and more intrusive projects to come
in and forgo them from building suitable single family residences.
V.
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Rezoning would Harm My Interests
As to the harm this rezoning may cause me, I submit the following, in conclusion.
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1. Any project would Increase parking and traffic problems. This does not appear to have been
reviewed by traffic at this time on the basis of only a proposed development. I believe it would
result in congestion at the intersection of Lincoln and 200 S, where access to and from both is
through a break in the islands which can be held up due to increasing traffic to and from the
university and bus service, i.e. traffic trying to turn left off 200 S, or left onto 200 So, from and to
Lincoln can bottleneck the whole street.
2. More difficulty with off street parking. This is already a big problem; I believe students from the
U park on the street and bus free to the U. Traffic is backed up on 200 S in front of my house
due to the single lanes and new bus service and stops and the stop light, Cars attempt to make
the light at 200 S speed up.to beat the light. It has become quite dangerous for me to exit my
own driveway, cars cannot see me due to the great number of oversized vehicles parking next to
it, and it is hard for me to see them.
3. It will degrade the single family residential appearance and character of the neighborhood to a
marked extent on 2 streets, Lincoln street, a quiet little used street where it is safe for residents
to walk away from the bustle of 200 S.
4. I fear that the destruction of Petitioner’s homes if not done carefully will damage my building
structures, and crack foundation and walls. I urge a condition be imposed to conduct
engineering and seismic and other appropriate studies during, before and after construction of
nearby properties that could be built there of the neighborhood that could be affected by any
such destructions and rebuilding. I do not believe engineering has considered this risk.
5. Lighting, is one of the biggest neighborhood nuisances to me. The abundance of lighting in the
neighborhood, which impacts us from as much as a block away, shining directly in our windows,
all night long, means we either cover our windows which we do not wish to do or live with it
Presumably lighting for 16 more units would only increase the nuisance, significantly and
perhaps create a need for more street lighting on Lincoln Street itself which would increase the
nuisance.
6. Impact on walkability, was described and Lincoln street.
7. More noise during the evening is projected and during construction.
8. Impact of the look and identity of the area and street scheme.
9. Protentional devaluation of my property due to higher density housing poorly maintained by
absentee landlords.
Thank you for your consideration.
s/ Arthur F. Sandack
AUG-23-2007 ntU 02:46 PH FOUNDERS TITLE FAK HO. 8012622741 P. 02 ... --
COllMUNRY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPlll!NT
Houaing and Neighborhood Development
461 South state Street. Room 406
Salt Lake City, Utah 84111
I, Fosa Osazuwa. Housing and zoning Oft1car for the Cfly of Salt Lake, do hereby certify that the
follOWing property does not conform to 1he housing coda provisions of salt Lake Cft.Ys Revised
Ordinancee as adopted:
1. Type or Building:
2. Shat Addrass:
3. Legal Description:
4 . Sidwell Number.
5. OWner:
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955 east 200 Souttl, satt t.a1ca City, Utah
BEG 200 FTW FR SE CCR LOT 1, BU< 561 PLAT B, SLC SUR; W 35
FT; N 147 % FT; E 35 FT; S 147 % FT TO BEG 4339-037'1 5478-1308
572A-2870
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I further certify that the violations to be corrected ant u follows: Failure to comply with Board of
Ad;ustment Caa9# 701-B of March 14, 1988.
A Certlflcale of Compliance and Correction ehal be fted by this olnce when all work ha been
accamplilhed.
STATE OF UTAH )
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COUNTY OF SALT~ )
on this 8th day of October, 1999, personally •ppeared befora ma. Fosa Osaz:uwa, Housing and
Zoning O!fteer for S!ft ~-c;tty. Ulab, Who aoknowladged that he Issued the abcMt certlftcate and =-
the statements Coma1iied therein are true. ~
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Time: 03:02 pm Detllled Requaet Report
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Perosn Assigned: 4'
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AND THE HOUSE IS NOT BEING RENTED OUT HMA ROOMING HOUSE
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November 21, 2000
Dear Property Owner:
CDMMUNITV AND CCDNDMIC DEV&L.DP'MENT
DIVIBIDN DF' HDU81N8 ANO Nll:laHB09'HDDD DIEVCl.QPMl:NT
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RE: Unit legalization of 955 East 200 South, Salt Lake City, Utah.
On November 11, 2000, Salt Lake City's Housing and Neighborhood Development conducted an
inspection for the property that you wish to legalize at 955 East 200 South, Salt Lake City, Utah.
The following deficiencies were found and need to be remedied before I can assure that this
buHding meets the minimum life, fire and safety codes.
PremlH
P•rklna Provide a copy of a •cross Access Agreement•. This agreement must be
Recorded with the Salt Lake County Recorder office.
Apartment Business License required.
Exterior
18.50.140.B
18.50.140.A
18.50.140.D
18.50.140.F
18.50.140.F
18.50.210A 7
Common Area
18.50.160.A.
Building requires paint as per Chapter 14 of Uniform Building Code.
structural maintenance required on chimney .
Repair or maintain window glazing, sashes, trim and sills.
House address numbers are required to be 3• high and of a contrasting
color.
Apartment dwelling unit identification numbers or letters are required to
be 2· high and of a contrasting color.
Exterior plumbing vent pipe requires repair on North side of building.
Unit #A and Unit #8 are required to have entry doors, trim and hardware
in good working condition.
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Interior&
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Interior IC
Living room is being used as a bedroom.
Kitchen required to have a refrigerator in good working condition.
Window needs to open for the purpose of providing ventilation.
Floor covering requires repair.
Bathroom ceiling height does not meet minimum standard e·-0· at toilet.
The ceiling and walls require a clean. washable surface.
Replace keyed door locks with privacy or passage type locks.
Living room is being used as a bedroom.
Stairs are required to have a minimum headroom clearance height of
6'-4·.
Grounded type outlets are not permitted in a non-grounded electrical
system, no 3 prong plugs allowed.
Replace keyed door locks with privacy or passage type locks.
Three rooms located in Unit #B, northeast comer may be used for
storage purposes only as per our conversation November 17. 2000, this
also included aH attic space.
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electrical powered smoke detectors.
Grounded type outlets are not permitted in a non-grounded electrical
system, no 3 prong plugs allowed .
Remove hasp lock from bedroom door.
If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please call me at 535-7983 Tuesday
through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. or between 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Sincerely,
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RE: 955 East 200 South
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Warning Letter
The Salt Lake Valley Health Department has been referred to the above address for which you are the mvners of
record.
On October 17 & October 21 , 2008. Bruce Boggess and Greg Langfcld, Health Department inspectors.
along with Craig Richardson a Salt Lake City Housing and Zoning Enforcement officer, conducted an
inspection al 955 East 200 South. The following conditions were observed:
1st Level:
• Bathroom
c Missing window screen
o Missing toilet tank lid
o Floors not sealed
c Light fixture in disrepair
• Kitchen
o Walls have holes; paint peeling
o Sink faucet is loose
o Sink cabinet floor has water damage
o Ceiling has water damage
o Cockroach residue on walls and ceiling
• Common hallway
o Walls , ceilings, floors were filthy
2nl1 Level:
• Kitchen
o Holes in the walls
o Sink cabinet floor has water damage and there are holes in the wall
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• Furnace room
o Exposed wires
o Intake air vent plugged
• Bathroom:
o Broken toilet seat
o Exhaust fan falling from the ceiling
o Air vent falling off wall
o Ceiling has water damage
o Light fixture in disrepair
o Hole in wall
• North bedroom
o Inhabitable living space
o Roaches in light fixture
• West. bedroom
o Ceiling has water damage
o Large hole in the ceiling
• Common hallway
o Holes in the walls
o Walls, ceilings, floors were filthy
• Outside premises
o Missing window pane on west side
o Vents not sealed on east side; pigeon roosts
o Windows and walls covered with pigeon droppings
o Entry sites for rodents or vennin on the east side
o Solid waste in back parking lot, including but not limited to a refrigerator, carpet, pallets,
bags of garbage, and miscellaneous trash
o Missing lids on the dumpster
o No Dumpster company information on the dumpster
You are notified that these conditions are in violation of Health Department Regulation #3 Housing and #7
General Sanitation (Health Regulations may be obtained in their entirety at www.slvhealth.org or you may
contact our office):
3-4.1.2. Letting of Unfit Dwelling or Dwelling Unit Unlawful. No owner, manager, or
other person shall let to another person, or permit occupancy of any dwelling or
dwelling unit unless it complies with this regulation.
3-4.1 .3. Failure to Maintain Dwelling or Dwelling Unit Unlawful. No owner or manager, of any
dwelling or dwelling unit shall permit interior surfaces to become soiled from accumulations of
garbage, fecal matter, bodily fluid, or other infectious materials. If the affected area cannot be
cleaned and restored to a sanitary condition, the Director may require the owner to repair or
replace it before further habitation.
3-4. l .5. Maintenance of Common Areas. An owner or manager of a building or structure containing
two or more dwelling units shall maintain the common areas of the premises in a clean and
sanitary manner.
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NOTICE OF DEFICIENCIES
Property Inspected: 955 East 200 South, Salt Lake City. Utah
Date of Inspection: October 241 2008
Name of Inspector: Craig Richardson
Case Number. HAZ2008-01594
This Notice of Deficiencies must be submitted when application for the construction and repair
permits is made. A Hcensed contractor may be required to do the repairs. For addltional permit
and contractor infonnltion, please caU (535-7752).
·substandard condition• means a structural, eledrical, mechanical or plumbing system condition in
a residential building or dwelUng unit which violates applicable codes but with maintenance or
repair can be fully safe.
Prem It!
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It is unlawful to permit the outdoor storage of Inoperable, oouaed or
unRcensed ~. vehicle parts, appliances, interior furniture, discarded
building materials, landscape debris; or other spent and useless Items
commonly known as junk in a residential di8trict. All residential accessory
storage must be In an encloaed building.
AH ducts and vents shan be maJntained according to original Installation
requirements. (cap miaing on vent)
Broken or missing doors, door frames, windows, operating systems, and
window eashes shall be rapalred or replaced.
All premises shall be maintaiied clean, safe, sanitary and free from an
accumulation of rubbish.
Al mechanical equipment shaft be properly maintained and operated In a
safe man."181'. (Install gutter spike where pigeon's nest)
All premises shaD be maintained clean, safe, sanitary and free from an
accumulation of rubbish.
There shall be no Insect or rodent Infestation In violation of the County Health
Department regulations.
No hazard of fire or explosion shall be created or allowed to exist In •Y
building, premises, equipment or apparatus. (Fire extlngLiahera are
mfuing.)
Smoke detector required In hallway or area giving accesa to rooms used for
sleeping (installed • per manufacturer's in8tructiona).
Batbroom
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All premises shall be maintained clean, safe, sanitary and free from an
accumulation of Rlbbish.
Broken or missing doors, door framee, windows, operating systems, and
window sashes 8haJI be repaired or replaced. (Window needs to be
openable .)
Plumbing, piping and fixtures shall have no leaks and shall be maintained In
good condition. (Toilet Is loose.)
Bathroom In Hallway
v1i.50.150.C All walls and ceiUngs shall be maintained so that they are secure and intact.
~OA ,.. premises shall be mainlained clean, safe, aanilarY and free from an
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J Department regulations.
vb 18.50.150.C All walls and celllngs shaR be maintained so that they are 88CU'8 and intact.
(Repair an cracks, missing plaster and repair holes.) ~50.150.C SurfaceS shan be painted or covered with an approved wallpaper or
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All fixtures shall be maintained in a safe and operable condition. (Kitchen
cabinets require replacement at aink with a new faucet)
All electrical equipment, wiring and appliances shall be used in a safe
manner and installed in accordance with the electrical code in effect at the
time of installation. (ventilation fan)
All electrical equipment, wiring and appliances shaH be used in a safe
manner and Installed in accordance with the electrical code in effect at the
time of installation. (Repair refrigerator freezer door.)
Al mechanical equipment shal be property maintained and operated in a
safe manner. (Combustion air vent Is blocked.)
AR mechanical equipment ahan be In accordance with the code In effect at
the time of Installation. (Remove unused duct work.)
Al electrical panels, boxes. outlets and lighting fixtures shall have proper
covers .
Stairs with four (4) or more risers require a handraU.
Stains shall be repaired and maintained in a safe condition.
All premises shall be maintained clean, safe, sanitary and free from an
accumulation of rubbish.
No hazard of fire or explosion shall be created or allowed to exist in any
building, premises, equipment or apparatus. (Fire extinguishers me
milsing.) :
Smoke detector required in hallway or area giving access to rooms used for
sleeping (installed as per manuractuw's instrudions).
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All premises shall be maintained clean, safe, sanitary and free from · an
accumulation of rubbish. .
There shall be no insect or rodent inlestatlon in violation of the County Health
Department regulations.
All plumbing, piping and fixtll'e8 shall be in accordance with the code in
effect at the time of installation. (Escutcheon is missing on shower apout.)
All premisea shall be maintained clean, safe, sanitary and free from an
accumulation of rubbish.
There shaU be no insect or rodent infestation in violation of the County Health
Department regulations.
All walls and ceilings shall be maintained so that they are aecure and intact.
All mechanical equipment shall be properly maintained and operated in a
safe manner. (Repair and secure vent)
All premises shall be maiUJned clean, safe, sanitary and free from an
accumulation of rubbish.
There shaU be no lnaed or rodent infestation In violation of the County Health
Department regulations.
AM wall and ceilings shall be rnaiitained so that they are secure and lntaQ.
All mechanical equipment shal be properly maintained and operated in a
safe mamer. (Secura vent behind cabinet)
All electrical panels, boxes, outlets and lghting fixtures shall have proper
covers.
All electrical equipment, wiring and appliances shall be used In a safe
manner and installed in accordance with the electrical code In effect at the
time of Installation. (Clean combustion and retum ducts.)
NOTE: North room Is not to be occupied!
a.ctroom -Middle
J.i8.50.210A2 Plumbing, piping and fixtures ahall have no leaks and shall be malntaiied in
/ good condition.
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aca.mulation of rubbish.
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18.50.230.A All electrical equipment, wiring and appliances shall be used in a safe
manner and Installed in accordance with the electrical code In effect at the
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aleeplng (Installed as per manufacturer's instructions).
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DIVISION OF HOUSING AND NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
SERVICE REQUEST
Thursday, September OS, 2019 INFORMATION
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Status: Closed
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Comment Type
Case C omment
Case Comment
Case Comment
Case Comment
Case Comment
Case Comment
Case Comment
Case Comment
Case Comment
Action
Result Comment In Progress
Result Comment In Progress
Result Comm ent In Progress
Result Comment In Progress
Result Comment In Progress
Inspector
Date Created:
Created By:
Complete Date:
VIOLATIONS
WORK ACTIONS
Action Description
Inspected interior for remaining de f list item of
counter space. Counter has been installed and meet
requirments .
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Owner has completed def li st items .
OK to close
Call to owner, ins pection scheduled for l/2S/07 at
12:00 pm.
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Inspection for deficiency li st conducted. All but one
item remains. Requirement of four square feet of
counter space. Will wait for the owner to call for a
final in spection. cz
Owner has not called for final inspection of
remai ning deficiency list items . Follow up visit
needed to final inspection, call placed to owner to
finish inspection. dh
Deficiency list is OOoAi complete. Still some
remainin~ issues. Extens ion ~iven. cz
Inspection is done on the interior. Deficiency items-
holes in che floor wall and ceiling are taken care of
but there is more to do. cz
Outs ide is okay, inside is a mess. cz
Hous ing II letter with deficiency list. cz
AD 22 -PHONE CALL : Call to owner, inspection
scheduled for 1/25/07 at 12:00 pm.
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AD 19 -INSPECTION: Owner has not called for
final inspection of remaining defici ency list items.
Follow up v isit needed to final inspection, call
placed to owner to finish inspecti(Hl. dh
AD 19 -INSPECTION; inspected interior for
remaining de f list item of counter space. Counter bas
been installed and meet requinnents.
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AD 19 -INSPECTION: Inspection for deficiency
list conducted. All but one item remains.
Requirement of four square feet of counter space.
Will wait for the owner to call for a final inspection.
CZ
AD 19 -INSPECTION: Deficiency list is GO%
complete. Still some remaining issues. Extension
given. cz
Case# HAZ2000..156070
10/26/2006
Date-Time
10/26/2006 9: 17 AM
10/26/2006 10:00 AM
10/2 6/2006 12:00 PM
10/26/2006 1 :00 PM
10/26120061:00 PM
From:Judi Short
To:Lindquist, Kelsey
Subject:(EXTERNAL) Proposed Lincoln Street and 2nd East Development
Date:Wednesday, February 12, 2020 1:43:24 PM
Dear Planning Commissioners:
This is a very detailed and well written staff report, I hope you have read every word. We are in a housing crunch in
Salt Lake City, but that does not mean that we should tear down the wonderful old buildings in our city for the sake
of a few additional units. There is plenty of available land in the city to build units. Look at the downtown empty
parking lots.
This property is not for sale. Of course not, because the recent owner has now sold it to a developer who wants to
tear it down and expand and make a lot of money.
This property is part of the Bryant Historic District, and forms the fabric of this neighborhood. If we start allowing
exceptions to the huge number of Master Plans that have been written and include this neighborhood, we are
undermining all the work planning and the citizens of Salt Lake City do to plan our neighborhoods. if we start with
one project, there will be another one, and another one, until this neighborhood won't look like the neighborhood it
is now. Do we really want that to happen? Why bother with doing a master plan at all if we are just going to ignore
its recommendations. R-2 is the perfect ensity for this area.
What about the 50 or so individuals who live in the existing five homes. I guarantee the rent is extremely low, and
evicting them could contribute to additional homeless people. There is no plan for them to relocate. The list of
people waiting for affordable housing is long, how long will it take for them to move up to the top of the list and
find a placement? In the meantime, where are they to live?
These are five affordable units. Are you willing to demolish these and replace them with no affordable units?
There is no compelling reason to rezone these parcels. I vote no, and I recommend that you vote no as well. Page
60 and 61 give you a couple of reasons why you should vote this down. There are other reasons throughout the staff
report.
VOTE NO!
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Judi Short, Land Use Chair, Sugar House Community Council
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4) ORIGINAL APPLICANT PETITION
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OFFICE USE ONLY
Address of Subject Property (or Area):
See attached supplemental information
Name of Applicant: .....
Chiao-ih Hui c/o, Graham Gilbert, Snell & Wilmer LLP
Address of Applicant:
15 West South Temple, Suite 1200, Salt Lake City, UT 84070
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Applicant's Interest in Subject Property :
D Owner D Contractor D Architect ~ Other: Owner's Agent
Name of Property Owner (if different from applicant):
See attached supplemental information
E-mail of Property Owner:
chiaoih@gmail.com
Phone :
801 -414-8041
\ Please note that additional information may be required by the project planner to ensure adequate
information is provided for staff analysis. All information required for staff analysis will be copied and
made public, including professional architectural or engineering drawings, for the purposes of public
review by any interested party.
AVAILABLE CONSULTATION
\ Planners are available for consultation prior to submitting this application. Please call (801) 535-7700 if
you have any questions regarding the requirements of this application.
REQUIRED FEE
\ Filing fee of $948 plus $121 per acre in excess of one acre .
\ $100 for newspaper notice.
\ Plus additional fee for mailed public notices.
SIGNATURE
\ If applicable, a notarized statement of consent authorizing applicant to act as an agent will be required.
Signature of Owner or Agent: Date:
See attached signature page
Updated 7 /1/17
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SUBMITIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Project Description (please attach additional sheets .)
A statement declaring the purpose for the amendment.
A description of the proposed use of the property being rezoned .
List the reasons why the present zoning may not be appropriate for the area.
Is the request amending the Zoning Map?
If so , please list the parcel numbers to be changed .
D Is the request amending the text of the Zoning Ordinance?
If so , please include language and the reference to the Zoning Ordinance to be changed.
WHERE TO FILE THE COMPLETE APPLICATION
Mailing Address: Planning Counter In Person: Planning Counter
PO Box 145471 451 South State Street, Room 215
Salt Lake City, UT 84114 Telephone: (801) 535-7700
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
_x __ I acknowledge that Salt Lake City requires the items above to be submitted before my application can be processed. I
understand that Planning will not accept my application unless all of the following items are included in the
submittal package.
Upd ated 7/1/17
Supplemental Information/or Project Description
Applicant: Chiao-ih Hui
Zoning Amendment Application
1. Owner Names and Address of Subject Property (or Area):
This Zoning Amendment Application applies to the parcels li ste d m the following table
(collectively, the "Parcels").
Parcel No. Owner Address Acres
16051350100000 Peter & Pik Chi Hui 159 South Lincoln Street 0.15
16051350110000 Nung-Wa Hui; Pih-Fhai 949 East 200 South 0.12
Hui; & Pik-Chi Hui
16051350120000 Pih Fhai & Pik Chi Hui 955 East 200 South 0.12
16051350130000 Hawk II; Pih-Phai Peter 959 East 200 South 0.12
Hui; & Nung-Wa Hui
16051350140000 Pik Chi & Peter Hui 963 East 200 South 0.18
2. Project Description
a. A statement declaring the purpose for the amendment.
The Parcels are currently located in the City's R-2 Single-and Two-Family Residential Zoning
District ("R-2 District"). The current zoning for the Parcels is shown on Exhibit A. The purpose
of this Application is to amend the Zoning Map to include the Parcels in the RMF-35 Moderate
Density Multi-Family Residential District ("RMF-35 District"). This amendment is necessary to
allow Applicant's proposed use of the Parcels, which is described below.
b. A description of the proposed use of the property being rezoned.
Applicant proposes to construct a multi-family project with 16 dwelling units on the Parcels . A
site pl~n for the Parcels is attached as Exhibit A.
c. List the reasons why the present zoning may not be appropriate for the area.
The Parcels are currently located in the R-2 District. They are adjacent to properties in the RMF-
35 District. The immediately surrounding area has a wide variety of zoning districts, including
the RMF-35 District; R-2 District; RMF-30 Low Density Multi-Family Residential District; RMF-
45 Moderate/High Density Multi-Family Residential District; SR-3 Special Development Pattern
Residential District; and UI Urban Institutional District. These zoning districts are shown on
Exhibit B.
The area surrounding the parcels has a mix of different land uses, including single-family homes;
small, medium, and large apartments; commercial buildings; offices; and institutional buildings
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(e.g ., Salt Lake Regional Hospital). This mix of land uses results from approved, conditional uses
and changes to land use policies over time .
The Central Community Master Plan encourages use of residential zoning to provide opportunities
for medium-density housing. It also encourages infill development designed in a manner that is
compatible with the appearance of existing neighborhoods. Similarly, the City's Housing Plan
recommends increasing medium density housing types and options. It recommends directing new
growth towards areas with existing infrastructure and services that have the potential to be people-
oriented. The Housing Plan also encourages development of affordable housing .
The non-historic homes on the Parcels have been converted to apartments . Existing City approvals
permit 9 apartment units on the 5 parcels. The present zoning does not allow Applicant to develop
its proposed multi-family project on the Parcels. As a result, Applicant requests an amendment to
the zoning map to include the Parcels in the RMF-35 District. This proposed amendment is
consistent with surrounding zoning . Properties adjacent to and northeast of the Parcels are located
in the RMF-35 District. Numerous other properties in the immediately surrounding neighborhood
are in the RMF-35 District, or other multi-family zoning districts, like RMF-45 and RMF-30 . A
medium-density housing development is compatible with the existing neighborhood. The
surrounding neighborhood has a variety of land uses, including small , medium, and large
apartment buildings. As recommended by the Housing Plan, the proposed development will
increase medium density housing stock in an area with existing infrastructure and close proximity
to mass tran sit and services (e.g. medical and commercial services). In addition, Applicant is
willing to work with the City to provide one affordable housing unit in the project. For these
reasons, Applicant requests that the Parcels be rezoned to the RMF-35 District.
d. I s the request amending the Zoning Map? If so, please list the parcel numbers
to be changed.
This Application proposes amending the Zoning Map for Salt Lake County Parcel Nos .
16051350100000; 16051350110000; 16051350120000; 16051350130000;and 16051350140000.
Additional information regarding the Parcels may be found in the table , above.
e. Is the request amending the text of the Zoning Ordinance? If so, please include
language and the reference to the Zoning Ordinance to be changed.
This Application does not request amendments to the text of the Zoning Ordinance.
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PLEASE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION
Address of Subject Property (or Area):
See attached supplemental information
Name of Applicant: ......
Chiao-ih Hui c/o, Graham Gilbert, Snell & Wilmer LLP
Address of Applicant:
15 West South Temple, Suite 1200, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
E-mail of Applicant: I Cell/Fa x:
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0 Owner 0 Contractor 0 Architect ~ Other: Owner's Agent
Name of Property Owner (if different from applicant):
See attached su lemental information
E-mail of Property Owner:
chiaoih@gmail.com
Phone :
801 -414-8041
\ Please note that additional information may be required by the project planner to ensure adequate
information is provid ed for staff analysis. All information required for staff analysis will be copied and
made public, including profes sional architectural or engineering drawings, for the purposes of publ ic
review by any interested party.
AVAILABLE CONSULTATION
\ If you have any questions regardin g the requirements of this application, plea se contact Salt Lake City
Planning Counter at (801) 535-7700 prior to submitting th e application.
REQUIRED FEE
\. Filing fee of $1,011 plu s $121 per acre in excess of on e acr e,
\ Text amendments will be charged $100 for newspaper notice.
\ Plu s additional f ee for mailed public notices .
SIGNATURE
\. If applicabl e, a notarize d sta teme nt of consent authorizing applicant to act as an agent will be required.
Signature of Owner or Agent: Date:
See attached signature page
Updated 7 /1/17
SUBMITIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Project Description (please attach additional sheets.)
D EJ Describe the proposed master plan amendment.
D EJ A statement declaring the purpose for the amendment.
D EJ Declare why the present master plan requires amending.
D EJ Is the request amending the Land Use Map?
If so, please list the parcel numbers to be changed .
D D Is the request amending the text of the master plan?
If so, please include exact languag e to be changed.
WHERE TO FILE THE COMPLETE APPLICATION
Mailing Address: Planning Counter In Person : Plannin g Counter
PO Box 145471 451 South State Street, Room 215
Salt Lake City, UT 84114 Telephone: (801) 535 -7700
IN COMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
_x __ I acknowled ge that Salt lake City requires the items above to be submitted before my application can be processed. I
understand that Planning will not accept my app li cation unless all of the following items are included in the
submittal package.
Updated 7 /1/17
Supplemental Information for Submittal Requirements
Applicant: Chiao-ih Hui
Master Plan Amendment Application
1. Owner Names and Address of Subject Property (or Area):
This Master Plan Amendment Application applies to the parcels listed in the following table
(collectively, the "Parcels").
Parcel No. Owner Address Acres
16051350100000 Peter & Pik Chi Hui 159 South Lincoln Street 0.15
16051350110000 Nung-Wa Hui ; Pih-Fhai 949 East 200 South 0 .12
Hui; & Pik-Chi Hui
16051350120000 Pih Fhai & Pik Chi Hui 955 East 200 South 0 .12
16051350130000 Hawk II ; Pih-Phai Peter 959 East 200 South 0.12
Hui ; & Nung-Wa Hui
16051350140000 Pik Chi & Peter Hui 963 East 200 South 0.18
2. Project Description
a. Describe the proposed master plan amendment.
This Application requests an amendment to the Central Community Master Plan ("Master Plan").
The Parcels are currently located in the Low Density Residential land use designation on the
Master Plan's Land Use Map. The current land use designation for the Parcels is shown on Exhibit
A. This Application requests an amendment to the Land Use Map to include the Parcels in the
Medium Density Residential land use designation. This amendment is necessary to allow
Applicant's proposed use of the Parcels, which is described below.
b. A statement declaring the purpose for the amendment.
Applicant proposes to construct a multi-family project with 16 dwelling units on the Parcels. A
site plan for the Parcels is attached as Exhibit A.
c. Declare why the present master plan requires amending.
The Parcels are currently located in the Low Density Residential designation. They are adjacent
to properties in the Medium Density Residential designation. The immediately surrounding area
has a wide variety of land use designations , including Medium Density Residential; Low Density
Residential ; Low Medium Density Residential; Medium High Density Residential; Neighborhood
Commercial; and Institutional.
The area surrounding the parcels has a mix of different land uses, including single-family homes;
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small , medium, and large apartments; commercial buildings; offices; and institutional buildings
(e .g ., Salt Lake Regional Hospital). This mix ofland uses results from approved , conditional uses
and changes to land use policies over time.
The Master Plan supports use of residential zoning to provide opportunities for medium-density
housing. It also encourages infill development designed in a manner that is compatible with the
appearance of existing neighborhoods . Similarly, the City's Housing Plan recommends increasing
medium density housing types and options. It recommends directing new growth towards areas
with existing infrastructure and services that have the potential to be people-oriented. The Housing
Plan also encourages development of affordable housing.
The non-historic homes on the Parcels have been converted to apartments. Existing City approvals
permit 9 apartment units on the 5 Parcels. The present land use designation does not allow
Applicant to develop its proposed multi-family project on the Parcels. As a re sult, Applicant
requests an amendment to the Land Use Map to include the Parcels in the Medium Density
Residential designation. This proposed amendment is consistent with surrounding land use
designations. Properties adjacent to and northeast of the Parcels are located in the Medium Density
Residential designation. Numerous other properties in the immediately surrounding neighborhood
are in the Medium Density Residential designation, or other multi-family land use designations,
like Medium High Density Residential or Low Medium Density Residential. A medium-density
housing development is compatible with the existing neighborhood. The surrounding
neighborhood has a variety of land uses, including small, medium, and large apartment buildings.
As recommended by the Housing Plan, the proposed development will increase medium density
housing stock in an area with existing infrastructure and close proximity to mass transit and
services (e.g. medical and commercial services). In addition, Applicant is willing to work with
the City to provide one affordable housing unit in the project. For these reasons , Applicant requests
that the Land Use Plan be amended to include the Parcels in the Medium Density Residential land
use designation.
d. Is the request amending the Land Use Map? If so, please list the parcel
numbers to be changed.
This Application proposes amending the Land Use Map for Salt Lake County Parcel Nos.
16051350100000; 16051350110000; 16051350120000; 16051350130000;and 16051350140000.
Additional information regarding the Parcels may be found in the table, above.
e. Is the request amending the text of the master plan? If so, please include exact
language to be changed.
This Application does not request amendments to the text of the Master Plan.
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COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
CITY COUNCIL of SALT LAKE CITY
TO: City Council Members
FROM:Brian Fullmer
Policy Analyst
DATE:February 2, 2021
RE: Zoning Map Amendments from CC to FB-UN2 for Properties
at 1301 and 1321 South State Street PLNPCM2020-00328
The Council will be briefed about a proposal to amend the zoning map for properties at 1301 and 1321
South State Street totaling approximately 1.77 acres. The subject parcels are currently zoned CC (Corridor
Commercial) and the applicant is requesting a change to FB-UN2 (Form Based Urban Neighborhood 2). An
amendment to table 21A.27.050E2 is also requested to add this corner to other named locations eligible for
increased building height.
Currently Coachmans Restaurant and a two-story office building are on the subject parcels. (Photos of the
parcels are found on page 28 of the Administration’s transmittal.) The applicant indicated an intent to
replace the existing buildings with a new mixed-use building including ground floor commercial space and
owner-occupied condominiums above at a price point attainable to a wide range of potential buyers.
The FB-UN2 zone typically includes buildings up to four stories, with taller buildings allowed on some
street corners. This zoning amendment requests adding this corner to others in the FB-UN2 zone that
allow buildings up to 65 feet tall. The other named street corners are:
West Temple at 800 or 900 South
200 West at 700, 800 or 900 South
200 West at Fayette Avenue
300 West at 800 or 900 South
Item Schedule:
Briefing: February 2, 2021
Set Date: February 2, 2021
Public Hearing: March 2, 2021
Potential Action: March 16, 2021
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Planning staff recommended and the Planning Commission voted unanimously to forward a positive
recommendation to the City Council for the zoning map amendment. This recommendation includes a
condition that the two parcels be consolidated before the ordinance is published.
Aerial image showing the subject parcels outlined in blue.
Goal of the briefing: Review the proposed zoning map and master plan amendments, determine if the
Council supports moving forward with the proposal.
POLICY QUESTION
Is the Council supportive of the Planning Commission’s recommendation to approve the zoning map and
master plan amendments?
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Three key issues were identified through Planning’s analysis of the proposed project. A summary of each is
below. See pages 18-24 of the Administration’s transmittal for the complete analysis.
Issue 1 – CC and FB-UN2 Zoning Development Potential
The subject parcels are located at a key intersection on 1300 South and State Street. State Street is an
important gateway into Salt Lake City and 1300 South is a major east/west arterial street.
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CC Zoning
CC zoning regulations do not encourage housing or high-density development due to height limits, high
parking minimums, and deep setbacks potentially making mixed-use developments unfeasible. These
setbacks also discourage a walkable pedestrian environment along State Street and when combined with
typically shallow lot depths, further limit development potential. Planning staff found these factors
prevented the corridor from achieving a critical mass of people, goods and services that make for the best
urban areas.
South State Street Corridor Overlay District
The subject site is within the South State Street Corridor Overlay District which is generally aligned with
the State/Main street corridor from 900 South to 2100 South. The overlay has additional requirements
including maximum setback, parking setback and exempts front yard setback, with the goal of increasing
pedestrian activity and walkability along the corridor. There are additional design requirements of ground
floor glass, blank wall maximum and screening of equipment and service areas. Planning staff noted while
the overlay district maximum setback improves feasibility of mixed-use developments as proposed, it does
not overcome height limitations.
FB-UN2 Zoning
Zoning regulations and design guidelines greatly impact development in an area. Form-based districts
provide zoning regulations focusing on the form of development, how buildings are oriented toward public
spaces, scale of development and interaction of uses within the city.
Planning staff included the following tables comparing the CC and FB-UN2 zones and design guidelines on
pages 66-67 of the transmittal:
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Planning staff also included the following list of items provided by form-based districts in creating urban
neighborhoods:
1. People oriented places;
2. Options for housing types;
3. Options in terms of shopping, dining, and fulfilling daily needs within walking distance or
conveniently located near mass transit;
4. Transportation options;
5. Access to employment opportunities within walking distance or close to mass transit;
6. Appropriately scaled buildings that respect the existing character of the neighborhood;
7. Safe, accessible, and interconnected networks for people to move around in; and
8. Increased desirability as a place to work, live, play, and invest through higher quality form
and design.
Planning further noted the following establish an acceptable standard of quality and design in the FB-UN2
zone:
Greater Building Height for Higher Density
Building Frontage
Ground Floor Transparency
Active Ground Floors
Amenity Space
Pedestrian Friendly
Ground Floor Residential Treatments
Parking Standards & Orientation
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The following were also considered by Planning staff when comparing the existing and proposed zones:
Housing/Mixed Use
The Central Community Master Plan future land use map designates the subject site as “Medium
Residential/Mixed Use (10-50 dwelling units/acre). The proposed FB-UN2 zone does not completely
match the master plan’s “Medium Residential/Mixed Use” designation. There is not a density limitation in
the FB-UN2 zone which could result in greater than 10-50 dwelling units per acre. On the other hand, the
CC zone is more permissive, with lower height requirements, greater setbacks and higher parking
requirements. These make construction of mixed-use developments more difficult. It is Planning staff’s
opinion rezoning the subject parcels to FB-UN2 would facilitate cost-effective mixed-use buildings and
better urban form.
Attachment C of the Administration’s transmittal (pages 33-36) includes the Residential section of the
Master Plan and Planning noted it supports changes the proposed rezone would bring.
Safety
Design guidelines in the FB-UN2 zoning district can provide additional active street frontages with
increased “eyes on the street.” New buildings closer to the front property line could help engage sidewalk
activity with visual interest and variation for pedestrians. Transparent ground floor windows and doors
allow passers-by to see activity inside, and those inside can see out to the street. This may increase the
perception of safety and security.
Sustainability
Housing at this location is close to TRAX and bus routes reducing impact on transportation needs.
Planning staff found higher density housing has the potential to create compact housing types that may
reduce per household water and energy use resulting in lower infrastructure demands and housing costs.
Issue 2: Additional Height on Corner
The FB-UN2 zone allows taller buildings that are located at identified main intersections. Additional height
incentivizes development and activity at these corners while keeping a distinction between the intersection
and lower buildings mid-block.
As discussed above, part of the proposal is to add this corner to others allowing additional height. Planning
staff noted if the Council approves the petition a text amendment would not be required since it would be a
site-specific addition to the ordinance.
Issue 3: Compatibility with Adjacent Properties
Surrounding properties to the south, north and west fronting on State Street and 1300 South are zoned CC.
They have a variety of uses including office space, retail, drive-in restaurant, a bank, and gas
station/convenience store. An adjacent parcel to the east is multi-family residential and zoned RMF-45. It
serves as a buffer between more intense land uses on State Street and the lower density neighborhood to
the east.
Both the CC and FB-UN2 zoning districts require a seven-foot landscape buffer when adjacent to
residential property. In addition, FB-UN2 requires floors above 30 feet in height to be stepped back 15 feet
from the building foundation at grade for elevations adjacent to a public street, trail or open space. Note:
this step back does not apply to buildings with balconies on floors rising above 30 feet in height.
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ANALYSIS OF STANDARDS
Attachment D of the Planning Commission staff report (pages 37-38 of the Administration’s transmittal)
outlines zoning map amendment standards that should be considered as the Council reviews this proposal.
They are summarized below. Please see the Planning Commission staff report for full details. Planning staff
found this proposal generally complies or is consistent with these standards.
1. Whether a proposed map amendment is consistent with the purposes, goals, objectives, and
policies of the City as stated through its various adopted planning documents.
Finding: The proposed amendment is generally consistent with the goals and policies of the
applicable master plans.
2. Whether a proposed map amendment furthers the specific purpose statements of the zoning
ordinance.
Finding: The proposal generally furthers the specific purpose statements of the zoning ordinance.
3. The extent to which a proposed map amendment will affect adjacent properties.
Finding: The change in zoning is not anticipated to create any substantial new negative impacts
that wouldn’t be anticipated with the current zoning.
4. Whether a proposed map amendment is consistent with the purposes and provisions of any
applicable overlay zoning district which may impose additional standards.
Finding: The subject site is within the South State Street Corridor Overlay District. Requirements
and design guidelines are similar if not stricter in the FB-UN2 zoning than the overlay and
therefore will not impose additional standards.
5. The adequacy of public facilities and services intended to serve the subject property, including, but
not limited to, roadways, parks and recreational facilities, police and fire protection, schools, storm
water drainage systems, water supplies and wastewater and refuse collection.
Finding: The proposal does not increase the need for improvements beyond that required by
existing zoning allowances.
PUBLIC PROCESS
• Notice of the project was sent to Liberty Wells, Central City and Ball Park Community Councils May
18, 2020.
• Notices mailed to property owners/residents within ~300 feet of the subject site June 3, 2020.
• Liberty Wells Community Council online meeting June 10, 2020.
o The applicant responded to questions about the number of units desired for a potential
project, about how it complied with the master plan and about parking. The applicant
responded that the number of units had not been confirmed at the time and that the project
would provide parking according to the necessity of the project.
o Planning reports response to the request was positive.
• Online open house June 18, 2020.
• Notice of the Planning Commission public hearing for the proposal included:
o Public notice posted on City and State websites and Planning Division list serve August 11,
2020.
o Public hearing notice posted and mailed August 12, 2020.
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• Planning staff received five emails with comments on the proposal. Four were in favor and one was
opposed to removing Coachmans Restaurant and gentrification of the area. These emails are
included on pages 40-44 of the Administration’s transmittal.
•The Planning Commission reviewed the proposal and held a public hearing at its August 26, 2020
meeting. No one spoke at the hearing. The Commission voted unanimously to forward a positive
recommendation to the City Council for the proposal.
ERIN MENDENHALL
Mayor
DEPARTMENT of COMMUNITY
and NEIGHBORHOODS
Blake Thomas
Director
SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION
451 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 404 WWW.SLC.GOV
P.O. BOX 145486, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH 84114-5486 TEL 801.535.6230 FAX 801.535.6005
CITY COUNCIL TRANSMITTAL
Date Received:
Lisa Shaffer, Chief Administrative Officer Date sent to Council:
TO: Salt Lake City Council DATE:
Chris Wharton, Chair
FROM: Blake Thomas, Director, Department of Community & Neighborhoods
__________________________
SUBJECT: PLNPCM2020-00328 - 1301 and 1321 South State Street CC to FB-UN2 Zoning
Map Amendment
STAFF CONTACT: Katia Pace, Principal Planner, katia.pace@slcgov.com, 801-535-6354
DOCUMENT TYPE: Ordinance
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council follow the recommendation of the Planning
Commission to adopt the ordinance amending the zoning map for the property at 1301 and 1321
South State Street and amending Table 21A.27.050E2 of the zoning ordinance to include
additional land area eligible for additional building height.
BUDGET IMPACT: None
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
Glen Anderson, representing the property owner, is requesting a zoning map amendment to
rezone the properties at 1301 and 1321 S. State Street currently zoned CC (Corridor
Commercial) to FB-UN2 (Form Base Urban Neighborhood 2) and to amend Table
21A.27.050E2 of the zoning ordinance to include additional land area eligible for additional
building height.
The FB-UN2 generally includes buildings up to four (4) stories in height, and with taller
buildings located on some street corners. This zoning amendment will also add this corner to
other sites/corners in the FB-UN2 that allow buildings up to 65 feet in height.
The property is currently occupied by a restaurant and a commercial building. The applicant
requested the rezoning because the FB-UN2 zoning district better aligns with the potential use of
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the corner lot and the potential for a new mixed-use building (to replace the existing buildings on
the parcels).
An analysis of both zoning districts was
done and regarding compatibility with
adjacent properties, the CC zone is more
permissive with development potentials
and land use allowed, and the FB-UN2
zoning would allow higher density and
height. The existing CC zone has very
few design requirements, and the change
to FB-UN2 will add additional design
requirements that will help ensure better
public facing building design,
ensuring high-quality and
pedestrian-oriented development.
Regarding master plan
compatibility, the proposed FB-
UN2 zoning generally fits within the
master plan’s designation for the
property and may better promote of the
master plan’s policies. For additional
information regarding the two associated
zones and the zoning amendment
considerations, please refer to the
Planning Commission Staff Report
found in Exhibit 3b.
PUBLIC PROCESS:
• Notice of the project and request for comments was sent to the Chairs of the Liberty
Wells, Central City, and Ball Park community councils on May 18, 2020.
• Notices were mailed to property owners/residents within ~300 feet of the proposal on
June 3, 2020.
• The Liberty Wells Community Council held an online meeting on June 10, 2020
o The applicant was questioned about the number of units desired for a potential project,
about how it complied with the master plan and about parking. The applicant responded
that the number of units had not been confirmed at the time and that the project would
provide parking according to the necessity of the project.
o Response to the request was positive.
• Online Open House with information about the proposal, where to get more information,
and who to contact for questions and comments was published on June 18, 2020 in the
Salt Lake City Planning’s website https://www.slc.gov/planning/open-houses/.
• The Planning Commission held a public hearing on August 26, 2020. The Planning
Commission voted unanimously to forward a positive recommendation to the City
Council to change the zone from CC to FB-UN2 with the condition that the two parcels,
1301 and 1321 South State Street, be consolidated before the ordinance is published. Edison Street State Street 1300 South
Public Input:
• One phone call was received with a concern that the zoning amendment does not follow a
comprehensive approach to zoning for the whole area.
• Five emails were received. Four in favor of the rezoning and one against the removal of
Coachman’s Restaurant and gentrification of the area. A copy of the emails can be found
in the Planning Commission Staff Report found in Exhibit 3b.
EXHIBITS:
1. Chronology
2. Notice of City Council Hearing
3. Planning Commission – August 26, 2020
a. Mailed Notice
b. Staff Report
c. Agenda/Minutes
e. Staff Presentation Slides
4. Original Petition
5. Mailing List
SALT LAKE CITY ORDINANCE
No. of 2021
(Amending the zoning map pertaining to properties located at 1301 and 1321 South State Street to
rezone those parcels from CC Corridor Commercial District to FB-UN2 Form Based Urban
Neighborhood 2, and amending Table 21A.27.050.C of the Salt Lake City Code to include additional
land area eligible for additional building height)
An ordinance amending the zoning map pertaining to properties located at 1301 and 1321
South State Street to rezone those parcels from CC Corridor Commercial District to FB-UN2 Form
Based Urban Neighborhood 2, and amending Table 21A.27.050.C of the Salt Lake City Code to
include additional land area eligible for additional building height pursuant to petition number
PLNPCM2020-00328.
WHEREAS, Glen Anderson submitted an application to rezone properties located at 1301 and
1321 South State Street from CC Corridor Commercial District to FB-UN2 Form Based Urban
Neighborhood 2 and to amend Table 21A.27.050.C of the Salt Lake City Code to include
additional land area eligible for additional building height pursuant to petition number
PLNPCM2020-00328; and
WHEREAS, at its August 26, 2020 meeting, the Salt Lake City Planning Commission held a
public hearing and voted in favor of forwarding a positive recommendation to the Salt Lake City
Council on said application; and
WHEREAS, after a public hearing on this matter, the city council has determined that
adopting this ordinance is in the city’s best interests.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah:
SECTION 1. Amending the Zoning Map. The Salt Lake City zoning map, as adopted
by the Salt Lake City Code, relating to the fixing of boundaries and zoning districts, shall be and
hereby is amended to reflect that the parcels located at 1301 and 1321 South State Street (Tax ID Nos.
16-07-358-001-0000 and 16-07-358-008-0000), more particularly described on Exhibit “A” attached
hereto, are rezoned from CC Corridor Commercial District to FB-UN2 Form Based Urban
Neighborhood 2.
SECTION 2. Amending text of the Salt Lake City Code Table 21A.27.050.C. That Table
21A.27.050.C (Zoning: Form Based Districts: FB-UN1 and FB-UN2 Form Based Urban Neighborhood
District: FB-UN2 Building Form Standards) of the Salt Lake City Code, shall be and hereby is amended
to read and appear as follows:
TABLE 21A.27.050.C
FB-UN2 BUILDING FORM STANDARDS
Building
Regulation
Building Form
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Family
Residential
Mixed
Use
Storefront
Building height
and placement:
H Height 2.5 stories, 30’
maximum from
established grade
4 stories with a maximum of 50’. 5 stories with a maximum of 65’ on
parcels located on the corners of West Temple at 800 or 900 South,
200 West at 700, 800 or 900 South, 200 West at Fayette Avenue, 300
West at 800 or 900 South, the southeast corner of 1300 South and State
Street, and in the area identified on Figure 21A.27.050C.1. All heights
measured from established grade.
F Front and
corner side
yard setback
No minimum
Maximum 10’
B Required
build-to
Minimum of 50% of street facing facade shall be built to the minimum setback line
S Interior side
yard
4’ setback required Minimum of 15’ along a side
property line adjacent to FB-UN1
or any residential zoning district
that has a maximum building
height of 35’ or less, otherwise 4’
setback required
Minimum of 15’ along a side
property line adjacent to FB-UN1 or
any residential zoning district that
has a maximum building height of
35’ or less, otherwise no setback
required
R Rear yard Minimum of 20’
along a rear
property line
adjacent to FB-UN1
or any residential
zoning district that
has a maximum
building height of
35’ or less,
otherwise no
setback required
Minimum of 25’ along a rear
property line adjacent to FB-UN1
or any residential zoning district
that has a maximum building
height of 35’ or less, otherwise
no setback required
Minimum of 20’ along a rear
property line adjacent to FB-UN1 or
any residential zoning district that
has a maximum building height of
35’ or less
U Upper level
step back
Buildings shall be stepped back 1 additional foot for every foot of building height above 30’
along a side or rear property line adjacent to FB-UN1 or any residential zoning district that has a
maximum building height of 35’ or less, unless the building is set back from the property line
45’ or more. When a parcel in the FB-UN2 District is separated by an alley from a parcel in the
FB-UN1 District, or any residential zoning district that has a maximum building height of 35’ or
less, the width of the alley may be counted toward the upper level step back
L Minimum
lot size
4,000 sq. ft.; not to
be used to calculate
density
1,500 sq. ft.; not to be used to
calculate density
4,000 sq. ft.; not to be used to
calculate density
W Minimum
lot width
15’ per unit facing a street. Side orientation allowed
provided building configuration standards are complied
with
30’
DU Dwelling
units per
building
form
1 per cottage Minimum of 3; no maximum No minimum or maximum
BF Number of
building
forms per
lot
1 cottage for every
1,000 sq. ft. of lot
area
1 building form permitted for
every 1,000 sq. ft. of lot area
1 building form permitted for every
4,000 sq. ft. of lot area
Parking:
Surface
parking in
front and
corner side
yards
Not permitted
Vehicle
access
If off street parking is provided, vehicle access from an
alley is required when property is served by a public or
private alley with access rights. Vehicle access from
street is only permitted when no alley access exists. If
pull through parking is required by Fire or other Code,
ingress shall be from street and egress onto alley
If property is less than 30’ wide,
vehicle access from an alley is
required when property is served by
a public or private alley with access
rights. If no alley access exists, only
1 vehicle access point from a street
may be permitted
If property is 30’ wide or more, only
1 vehicle access point from a street
may be permitted. If property is
served by a public or private alley,
ingress shall be from street and
egress onto alley unless otherwise
permitted by this section
Corner lots with a minimum width of
120’, may have 1 vehicle access
point per street frontage. Vehicle
access may be one-way or
multidirectional
Vehicle
access width
at street
When a one-way vehicle drive is included in a development, no vehicle drive or curb cut may
exceed 12’ in width. When a multidirectional vehicle drive is included, a curb cut may not
exceed 24’ in width
Vehicle
access from
street design
standards
If vehicle access is from a street, the following additional design standards shall apply: garage
entry shall have a minimum 20’ setback from property line; garage entry may not exceed 50%
of first floor building width; one-way garage entry may not exceed 14’ in width; multiway
garage entry may not exceed 26’ in width; garage door or gate shall be constructed of durable
building materials and compatible with building design
Driveway
location
The minimum distance between curb cuts shall be 12’. Driveways shall be at least 6’ from
abutting property lines for a depth of 10’ unless shared. Driveways shall be at least 12’ from
property lines adjacent to a street corner or 5’ from the point of tangency of the curb return,
whichever is greater. Abandoned curb cuts shall be removed and replaced with City standard
curb
Vehicle
access and
parking
compliance
All new drive approaches, driveways, and parking lots shall comply with form based urban
neighborhood regulations, and all other applicable sections of this Code. Existing drive
approaches, driveways, and parking lots shall be made compliant with form based urban
neighborhood regulations upon change of use, increase in parking, or building additions greater
than 25% of the footprint of the structure or 1,000 sq. ft., whichever is less
Parking on
separate lots
Parking may be provided on an adjacent lot, or in a common area associated with the
development, or within 500’ of the property. If located on an adjacent parcel or on a parcel
within 500’, the proposed location of the parking shall contain a principal building and the
parking shall be located behind a principal building
Attached
garages and
carports
Attached garages and carports are required to be accessed from the rear yard where the rear yard
is accessible by an alley with access rights to the subject property. If there is no access to the
rear yard, an attached garage may be accessed from the front or corner side yard provided that
the garage door (or doors) is no wider than 50% of the front facade of the structure and the entry
to the garage is set back at least 10’ from the street facing building facade and at least 20’ from a
public sidewalk. Side loaded garages are permitted
Note:
1. See Subsection 21A.27.020.B.1.d of this chapter for additional standards.
SECTION 3. Condition. This proposed zoning map and zoning text amendment will not be
published until the applicant has obtained subdivision approval to combine the subject parcels located at
1301 and 1321 South State Street (Tax ID Nos. 16-07-358-001-0000 and 16-07-358-008-0000).
SECTION 4. Effective Date. This ordinance shall become effective on the date of its first
publication. The Salt Lake City Recorder is instructed to not publish this ordinance or cause it to be
recorded until the condition identified in Section 3 above has been met as certified by the Salt Lake City
Planning Division.
SECTION 5. Time. If the condition identified above has not been met within one year after
adoption, this ordinance shall become null and void. The city council may, for good cause shown, by
resolution, extend the time period for satisfying the condition identified above.
Passed by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, this ___ day of ____________, 2021.
______________________________
CHAIRPERSON
ATTEST AND COUNTERSIGN:
______________________________
CITY RECORDER
Transmitted to Mayor on _______________________.
Mayor’s Action: _______Approved. _______Vetoed.
______________________________
MAYOR
______________________________
CITY RECORDER
(SEAL)
Bill No. ________ of 2021
Published: ______________. APPROVED AS TO FORM
Salt Lake City Attorney’s Office
Date:
________________________________
By:
________________________________
Paul Nielson, Senior City Attorney
December 10, 2020
Exhibit “A”
Legal description of the properties
Tax ID No. 16-07-358-001-0000
NYE’S ADD 0804 BEG AT A PT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF A STREET WHICH IS S 0^02’11” E
40.34 FT ALG THE MONUMENT LINE OF EDISON ST & S 89^54’32” W 182.50 FT FR THE SLC
MONUMENT AT 13TH SOUTH & EDISON*
Tax ID No. 16-07-358-008-0000.
1217 LOT A, NYES ADDITION BLOCK 2 AMD.
1. CHRONOLOGY
PROJECT CHRONOLOGY
April 30, 2020 Petition PLNPCM2020-00328 was received by the
Planning Division.
May 4, 2020 Petition assigned to Katia Pace
May 18, 2020 Notice of the project and request for comments sent to the
Chairs of the Liberty Wells, Central City, and Ball Park
community councils.
June 3, 2020 Early notification was sent to property owners and
residents within 300 feet of the project area.
June 10, 2020 Proposal presented at the Liberty Wells Community
Council online meeting.
June 18, 2020 Online Open House with information about the
proposal, where to get more information, and who to
contact for questions and comments.
August 14, 2020 Planning Commission hearing notice mailed to owners and
tenants of property within 300 feet of the subject property.
August 26, 2020 Planning Commission reviewed the petition and conducted
a public hearing. The commission then voted to send a
positive recommendation to the City Council.
2. NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL HEARING
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Salt Lake City Council is considering Petition PLNPCM2020-00328 at 1301 and 1321 S.
State Street from CC to FB-UN2 Rezone and amending Table 21A.27.050E2 of the zoning
ordinance to include additional land area eligible for additional building height – A request
by Glen Anderson, representing the property owner, to rezone the properties at 1301 and 1321
S. State Street currently zoned CC (Corridor Commercial). The applicant is requesting to
change the zoning to the FB-UN2 (Form Base Urban Neighborhood 2). This zoning
amendment will also add this corner to other sites/corners in the FB-UN2 that allow
buildings up to 65 feet in height. The applicant requested the rezoning because the FB-
UN2 zoning district better aligns with the potential use of the corner lot and the
potential for a new mixed-use building (to replace the existing buildings on the parcels).
Although the applicant has requested that the property be rezoned to the FB-UN2 zone,
consideration may be given to rezoning the property to another zoning district with
similar characteristics. The property is in Council District 5, represented by Darin Mano.
As part of their study, the City Council is holding two advertised public hearings to
receive comments regarding the petition. During these hearings, anyone desiring to
address the City Council concerning this issue will be given an opportunity to speak. The
Council may consider adopting the ordinance on the same night of the second public
hearing. The hearing will be held electronically:
DATE: Date #1 and Date #2
TIME: 7:00 p.m.
PLACE: **This meeting will not have a physical location.
**This will be an electronic meeting pursuant to the Salt Lake City Emergency
Proclamation. If you are interested in participating in the Public Hearing,
please visit our website at www.slccouncil.com to learn how you can share
your comments during the meeting. Comments may also be provided by
calling the 24-Hour comment line at (801)535-7654 or sending an email to
council.comments@slcgov.com. All comments received through any source
are shared with the Council and added to the public record.
If you have any questions relating to this proposal or would like to review the file, please
call Katia Pace at 385-226-8499 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday
through Friday or via e-mail at katia.pace@slcgov.com.
People with disabilities may make requests for reasonable accommodation no later than 48
hours in advance in order to participate in this hearing. Please make requests at least two
business days in advance. To make a request, please contact the City Council Office at
council.comments@slcgov.com , 801-535-7600, or relay service 711.
3. PLANNING COMMISSION
A. Mailed Notice
August 14, 2020
3. PLANNING COMMISSION
B. Staff Report
August 26, 2020
451 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 406 www.slcgov.com
PO BOX 145480 SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84114-5480 TEL 801-535-7757 FAX 801-535-6174
PLANNING DIVISION
COMMUNITY & NEIGHORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
Staff Report
To: Salt Lake City Planning Commission
From: Katia Pace, 801-535-6354, katia.pace@slcgov.com
Date: August 26, 2020
Re: PLNPCM2020-00328 CC to FB-UN2 Rezone
Zoning Map Amendment
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1301 and 1321 South State Street
PARCEL ID: 16-07-358-001-0000 & 16-07-358-008-0000
MASTER PLAN: Central Community Master Plan
ZONING DISTRICT: Current – Corridor Commercial (CC)
Proposed – Form Base Urban Neighborhood 2 (FB-UN2)
REQUEST:
Glen Anderson, representing the property
owner, is requesting a zoning map amendment
to rezone the properties at 1301 and 1321 S.
State Street currently zoned CC (Corridor
Commercial). The applicant is requesting to
change the zoning to FB-UN2 (Form Base
Urban Neighborhood 2) and to add this
site/corner to a list of other sites in the FB-
UN2 that allow buildings up to 65 feet height.
The property is currently occupied by a
restaurant and a commercial building. The FB-
UN2 generally includes buildings up to
four (4) stories in height, and with taller
buildings located on some street corner
parcels. Development regulations are
based on building type, with the overall
scale, form, and orientation of buildings as the
primary focus.
The applicant feels that the intent of the FB-
UN2 zoning district better aligns with the
potential use of the corner lot and the
potential for a new mixed-use building (to
replace the existing buildings on the parcels).
The FB-UN2 also has design standards that
were created to reduce the impacts of increase
height and density. Edison StreetState Street 1300 South
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RECOMMENDATION:
Based on the findings listed in the staff report, Planning Staff recommends that the Planning Commission
forward a favorable recommendation for the rezone request to the City Council with the condition that
the That the two parcels, 1301 and 1321 South State Street, be consolidated before the ordinance is
published.
Petition Description
The property is comprised of two lots
that are currently occupied by a one-
story restaurant, Coachman’s, on the
corner lot, and a two-story commercial
building on the south lot. The lot in the
corner is 0.57 acres (24,829 square
feet) and the lot on the south is 1.2028
acres (52,394 square feet). The parking
for both buildings is located between
State Street and the front façade of the
commercial building. The intent of the
applicant after the rezoning is to
demolish the existing buildings,
combine the lots and build a mixed-use
development with commercial on the
ground floor and housing above.
The main reason the applicant is
requesting this rezoning is to have
additional height and density to build a
mixed-use project which would include
housing that is financially attainable,
and owner occupied. The applicant has
provided a detailed narrative about the
reasons for this request and how they
believe it complies with the City’s
considerations for a rezone in
Attachment A.
KEY ISSUES:
The considerations below were identified through the analysis of the proposal and the zoning
amendment consideration standards:
1. CC and FB-UN2 Zoning Development Potential
2. Additional Height on the Corner Lot
3. Compatibility with Adjacent Properties
Issue 1: CC and FB-UN2 Zoning Development Potential
This site is located at a key intersection of 1300 South and State Street. State Street is an important
gateway to Salt Lake City and 1300 South is a major east/west arterial street. State Street was
traditionally the boundary between housing and commercial/industrial areas and much of the zoning,
between 900 South and 2100 South, on State Street is CC (Corridor Commercial).
Staff finds that a development according to the CC zoning standards could be a missed opportunity for
this corner of State Street and 1300 South. State Street 1300 South
CC RMF-45 R-1/5,000 CC
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Zoning on and surrounding State Street & 1300 South
The following is a comparison of zoning reequipments between the CC and the FB-UN2 zones:
Zoning Standard CC Zone FB-UN2 Zone
Front Setback*
15’
25’ Max. for 35% (SSSC
Overlay)
0 Minimum
10’ Maximum
Corner Side Yard 15’ 0 Minimum
10’ Maximum
Interior Side Yard 0 15’ adjacent to single family or
FB-UN1
Rear Yard 10’ 20’ adjacent to single family
or FB-UN1
Height
30’ with additional 15’
through the Design Review
process
50’ or 65’ on some corner lots
Lot Size (minimum) 10,000 square feet 4,000 square feet
Lot Width 75’ 30’
Parking
• 1 per 1br Unit
• 2 per 2br Unit
• 2 per 1,000 sq. ft. retail
No minimum
* Structures located within the CC Corridor Commercial Base Zoning District and the SSSC South State Street Corridor
Overlay District are exempted from the minimum front yard setback requirement and have a maximum front yard setback
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The zones also differ in the design standards required for development, with the FB-UN2 zone having
more standards that encourage pedestrian engagement and visual interest:
Design Standards CC Zone
South
State
Street
Corridor
FB-UN2
Zone
Ground floor use Yes
Ground floor use + visual interest Yes
Building materials: ground floor Yes
Building materials: upper floors Yes
Glass: ground floor Yes Yes
Building entrances Yes Yes Yes
Blank wall: maximum length Yes Yes
Upper floor step back Yes
Balconies & Patios Yes
Lighting: parking lot Yes Yes
Screening of equipment and service area Yes
Pedestrian Connections Yes
Open Space Area Yes
Building Fenestration Yes
Parking Yes
Parking setback Yes Yes
CC Zoning
The purpose of the CC zoning is to provide an environment for efficient and attractive
commercial development with a local and regional market area along arterial and major
collector streets. State Street is over zoned for retail and under zoned for other uses.
CC zoning regulations do not encourage housing or high-density development because it limits
the allowed height and requires high parking minimums and deep setbacks that can make
mixed-use projects unfeasible. The setbacks discourage a walkable pedestrian environment
along State Street. Lot depths are typically shallow, which, when combined with setback
regulations, further limit development potential. This is a particular issue on the east side of
State Street. These factors have prevented the corridor from achieving the critical mass of
people, goods and services that make for the best urban areas.
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South State Street Corridor Overlay District
The subject site is within the South State Street Corridor Overlay District. This area is generally
aligned with the State/Main Street corridor from 900 South to 2100 South. This overlay has
additional requirements: maximum setback, parking setback and it exempts front yard setback.
Furthermore, there are three additional design requirements: ground floor glass, blank wall
maximum and screening of equipment and service areas. The South State Street Corridor
Overlay district maximum setback improves feasibility but does not overcome height
limitations.
FB-UN2 Zoning
Zoning regulations and related design guidelines have a major impact on the types of
development that occur in an area. Form based districts are intended to provide zoning
regulations that focus on the form of development, the way buildings are oriented toward public
spaces, the scale of development, and the interaction of uses within the city.
The purpose of the form-based districts is to create urban neighborhoods that provide the
following:
1. People oriented places;
2. Options for housing types;
3. Options in terms of shopping, dining, and fulfilling daily needs within walking distance or
conveniently located near mass transit;
4. Transportation options;
5. Access to employment opportunities within walking distance or close to mass transit;
6. Appropriately scaled buildings that respect the existing character of the neighborhood;
7. Safe, accessible, and interconnected networks for people to move around in; and
8. Increased desirability as a place to work, live, play, and invest through higher quality form
and design.
Form based districts provide places for people to live, work, and play within a proximity.
Regulations within form-based districts place emphasis on the built environment over land use.
Design standards improve the FB-UN2 zone because they establish an acceptable standard of
quality and design, such as:
• Greater Building Height for Higher Density
• Building Frontage
• Ground Floor Transparency
• Active Ground Floors
• Amenity Space
• Pedestrian Friendly
• Ground Floor Residential Treatments
• Parking Standards & Orientation
The considerations below were also contemplated while comparing the existing and proposed zones:
Housing/Mixed Use
The Central Community Master Plan future land use map shows this site as “Medium
Residential/Mixed Use (10-50 dwelling units/acre). “Medium Density Residential Mixed Use” is
defined in the plan as:
This land use designation allows integration of medium density residential and small
business uses at ground floor levels. The intent is to increase population density to
support neighborhood business uses, provide more housing units, and expand the use of
common public facilities such as open space, libraries, schools, and mass transit.
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The FB-UN2 zone does not completely match the “Medium Residential/Mixed Use” designation
in the master plan. This zone allows for multi-family development without a density limitation,
thus potentially exceeding the noted 10-50 dwelling units an acre. However, the CC zone being a
lot more permissive, with lower height requirements, higher setbacks and higher parking
requirements results in building mixed-use developments a lot harder. Whereas, the rezoning to
the FB-UN2 zone would facilitate cost-effective mixed-use buildings and better urban form.
The Residential section of the master plan (see Attachment E) supports the changes this
rezoning would bring.
Safety
One of the goals for the neighborhood of this site is to eliminate the problems associated with
the pawnshops, prostitution, and undesirable activities on State Street. A lack of eyes on the
street from evening activity and residents is partly to blame for the lack of safety.
Through the required design guidelines found in the FB-UN2, the development can provide
more active street frontages through increased “eyes on the street”. Locating new buildings at or
near the front property line helps to engage sidewalk activity, providing visual interest and
variation for pedestrians. Transparent windows and doors on the ground floor of buildings
increase the liveliness of a street. Passers-by can see the action inside, and those inside can
watch people and keep eyes on the street; in turn creating a higher perception of safety and
security.
Sustainability
Housing at this site would have a low impact on transportation needs being that the site is
strategically located close to TRAX and bus routes. Also, higher density has the potential to
create compact housing types that could reduce per household water and energy use, reducing
infrastructure demands and housing costs.
Issue 2: Additional Height on Corner
The FB-UN2 allows taller height for buildings that are located at identified main street intersections.
The purpose for the additional height is to incentivize development and activity at these corners and
keep a distinction between the mid-block areas and intersections (lower buildings).
Part of this proposal is to include this site/corner with other corners that allow additional height.
Reference to this site would be included to the Salt Lake City Zoning Ordinance, Table 21A.27.050E2.
Since this is a site-specific addition to the zoning ordinance, a text amendment will not be necessary.
Specifically, the proposal would add the underlined reference:
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Table 21A.27.050E2
FB-UN2 Building Form Standards
Building Regulation Building Form
Building height and
Placement:
Cottage
Development1
Row
House
Multi-Family
Residential
Mixed
Use
Storefront
H Height 2.5 stories, 30'
maximum from
established grade
4 stories with a maximum of 50'. 5 stories with a maximum of
65' on parcels located on the corners of West Temple at 800 or
900 South, 200 West at 700, 800 or 900 South, 200 West at
Fayette Avenue, 300 West at 800 or 900 South, the southeast
corner of 1300 South and State Street and in the area identified
on Figure 21A.27.050C.1. All heights measured from
established grade
Meanwhile the subject site includes two parcels so the site would be added to the table above after the
lots are consolidated. The lot consolidation would be a condition of approval.
Issue 3: Compatibility with Adjacent Properties
As part of a zoning amendment request, staff is directed to analyze how adjacent properties may be
affected by a change in zoning to the property. In this case, the properties adjacent to this site are:
• East: is a multi-family parcel that is zoned RMF-45.
• South: is the Utah State Department of Workforce and Human Services that is zoned CC.
• West: Across the street there are several parcels with a variety of land uses such as retail,
restaurants and a gas station that is zoned CC. And across the street, kitty corner to this site is a
drive-inn restaurant that is zoned CC.
• North: Across the street there is a strip mall with a bank on the corner that is zoned CC.
The abutting property on the east is a multi-family residential that is zoned RMF-45 and serves as a
buffer from the more intense land uses along State Street and the lower density neighborhood further
east.
Both CC and FB-UN2 require a 7-foot landscape buffer between a residential property. The FB-UN2
also requires that floors rising above thirty feet (30’) in height need to be stepped back fifteen (15)
horizontal feet from the building foundation at grade for building elevations that are adjacent to a
public street, public trail, or public open space. This step back does not apply to buildings that have
balconies on floors rising above 30 feet in height.
DISCUSSION:
The proposal has been reviewed against the Zoning Amendment consideration criteria in Attachment F,
including criteria regarding the proposed zoning’s impact and compatibility on adjacent properties, and
compatibility with the associated master plan.
Regarding compatibility with adjacent properties, CC zone is more permissive with development
potentials and land use allowed, and the FB-UN2 zoning would allow higher density and height. The
existing CC zone has very few design requirements, and the change to FB-UN2 will add additional
design requirements that help ensure better public facing building design outcomes ensuring high
quality, pedestrian oriented future development. Regarding master plan compatibility, the proposed
FB-UN2 zoning generally fits within the master plan’s designation for the property and may better
promote some of the master plan’s policies.
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Due to these considerations, staff is recommending that the Commission forward a favorable
recommendation on this request to the City Council.
NEXT STEPS:
The Planning Commission can provide a positive or negative recommendation for the proposed map
amendment. The recommendation will be sent to the City Council, who will hold a briefing and
additional public hearing on the proposed zoning amendment. The City Council may make
modifications to the proposal and approve or decline to approve the proposed zoning map amendment.
If the zoning map amendment is approved by the City Council, the property owner could propose
development and/or land uses that meet the standards of the FB-UN2 zoning for the entire property.
The parcels will need to be consolidated either before the City Council approves the rezoning or if the
City Council approves the rezoning before the parcels are consolidated, the ordinance would need to list
a condition that it would be published upon the parcels being consolidated.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Applicant’s Narrative
B. Property & Vicinity Photographs
C. City Master Plan Policies
D. Analysis of Standards – Zoning Map Amendment
E. Public Process and Comments
F. Department Review Comments
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We have been working with Nick Norris and Katia Pace with the Salt Lake City Planning Department
over the past year to draw the information below. We have also met with the Liberty Park
Neighborhood Council with members of the Ballpark Neighborhood Council present where we
received an almost unanimous straw poll vote of support.
Purpose of the Zoning Amendment
We are requesting that parcels #16073580080000 and #16073580080000 currently zoned CC be
changed to FB-UN2.
FB-UN2 allows mixed use at a greater density and is more in alignment with the proposed masterplan
for the State Street Corridor. FB-UN2 allows for increased building height and density to facilitate a
mixed use development that reinforces the cities masterplan. Changing the zoning to FB-UN2 provides a
permissible avenue to achieve increased height and density through the design review process defined
within this Zone. The increased density allows more units. This will lower the costs of the units making
them more affordable. This is another goal of the master plan.
While the height is being increased the building mass will step back at the third floor reducing its impact
on both State Street and the apartments to the east.
Description of the proposed development:
Create a medium density mixed use development that will reinforce the goals of the proposed State
Street Master Plan. The development will consist of:
Provide Street level retail.
Ownership, vested interest: Provide Upper level affordable condominiums with open space.
Provide opportunity to own, a condominium instead of paying rent at close to the same cost.
Neighborhood awareness: Owners would be more likely than renters to monitor activities in the
neighborhood.
Provide onsite secured parking for owners and their guests and patrons of the onsite retail
establishments. The secured parking garage will help reduce car prowls in the area.
Provide Onsite storage units for residence.
Reasons why present zoning is not appropriate:
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The State Street Community Reinvestment Plan (CURRENT DRAFT) defines the site as Commercial
Corridor, “CC”. This use encourages residential and commercial mid-rise construction with a mix of uses
to include corner shops, small markets and housing. Midrise is typically between 4 to 11 stories. The
proposed development is 5 stories. There are no height restrictions in the draft. The current Zoning of
CC does not accommodate the intent of this Plan.
CC Zoning height is 30 feet with a 15 foot increase to 45 feet. This does not accommodate the
density this site needs to achieve to be able to provide affordable condominiums
The setbacks in the CC zoning will not provide an adequate footprint to achieve the goals of this project.
Narrowing the depth on the basement, first and second story will reduce the parking by almost 50%.
CC Zoning encourages mixed uses within the Zoning district but not necessarily in the same
development or structure.
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Central Community Master Plan (2005)
The property is located within the Central Community Master Plan. The plan’s future land use
designation for the property is discussed in Key Consideration 2 of the report. The plan’s text includes
discussion about multi-family mixed-use development and includes a variety of general policies
applicable to them. Those discussions and policies are included below:
Residential Land Use Section
The following policies from the Residential Land Use section of the Central Community Master
Plan support the request for rezoning:
• RLU-1.0 Based on the Future Land Use map, use residential zoning to establish and
maintain a variety of housing opportunities that meet social needs and income levels of a
diverse population.
• RLU-1.5 Use residential mixed-use zones to provide residential land uses with supportive
retail, service, commercial, and small-scale offices and monitor the mix of uses to preserve
the residential component.
• RLU- 2.0 Preserve and protect existing single- and multi-family residential dwellings
within the Central Community through codes, regulations, and design review.
• RLU-3.0 Promote construction of a variety of housing options that are compatible with the
character of the neighborhoods of the Central Community.
• RLU-3.1 Encourage residential land developers to build housing that provides residential
opportunities for a range of income levels, age groups, and family size.
• RLU-3.2 Encourage a mix of affordable and market-rate housing for owner occupancy
throughout the Central Community. Encourage a mix of rental properties for those who
cannot afford or do not choose home ownership.
• RLU-4.0 Encourage mixed use development that provides residents with a commercial and
institutional component while maintaining the residential character of the neighborhood.
• RLU-4.1 Encourage the development of high-density residential and mixed-use projects in
the Central Business District, East Downtown, and Gateway areas.
• RLU-4.2 Support small mixed-use development on the corners of major streets that does
not have significant adverse impacts on residential neighborhoods.
Commercial Land Use Section
Design and scale of commercial property within or adjacent to residential
neighborhoods
The appearance of commercial developments that are adjacent to or surrounded by residential
neighborhoods is an important issue. Desirable characteristics are clean storefronts, limited
signage, compatible scale and building design, and landscaping that improves and
complements the neighborhood character, rather than standardized corporate model
buildings and logos. To promote local businesses, regulations should be appropriate but not
overly restrictive and allow some design flexibility.
Mixed land use designations
The plan identifies new mixed-use designations to support livable communities. Most of these
mixed-use areas are located near mass transit centers and light rail stations in the higher-
density and commercial-intensive neighborhoods of the Central Community.
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Urban Design Section
• Policy UD-1.0 Support establishment of guidelines, and regulations for urban design to
improve the quality of living in the Central Community.
• UD-1.2 Support zoning regulations that provide opportunities for unique and creative
urban design solutions.
• UD-1.4 Administer urban design through zoning regulations where possible.
Discussion: One of the key matters emphasized throughout the Central Community Master Plan is
compatibility. The plan speaks repeatedly about compatibility of new residential and commercial
development with existing neighborhoods. In this case, the zoning proposal is not directly adjacent to
low-scale residential zoning, reducing the potential for significant negative impacts.
The Master Plan also speaks to urban design requirements being put in place in the zoning to “improve
the quality of living in the Central Community.” The proposed zoning includes more regulations to
ensure quality urban design for larger developments versus the existing zoning. The proposed zoning
will also continue to allow for mixed-use development. The zoning also implements additional design
guidelines for the property as noted as an implementation measure in the plan.
Plan Salt Lake (2015)
The plan includes policies related to growth and housing in Salt Lake City, as well as related policies:
Neighborhoods:
• Create a safe and convenient place for people to carry out their daily lives.
• Support neighborhood identity and diversity.
• Encourage and support local businesses and neighborhood business districts.
• Provide opportunities for and promotion of social interaction.
Growth:
• Locate new development in areas with existing infrastructure and amenities, such as transit
and transportation corridors.
• Promote infill and redevelopment of underutilized land.
• Accommodate and promote an increase in the City’s population.
Housing:
• Access to a wide variety of housing types for all income levels throughout the City, providing
the basic human need for safety and responding to changing demographics.
• Increase diversity of housing types for all income levels throughout the city.
• Increase the number of medium density housing types and options.
• Enable moderate density increases within existing neighborhoods where appropriate.
Air Quality:
• Increase mode-share for public transit, cycling, walking, and carpooling.
• Minimize impact of car emissions.
• Reduce individual and citywide energy consumption.
Discussion: Plan Salt Lake encourages a access to a wide variety of housing types for all income levels
throughout the city, providing the basic human need for safety and responding to changing
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demographics and opportunity for social interaction, and services needed for the wellbeing of the
community therein. These are goals that would be better met with the rezoning from CC to FB-UN2.
State Street Community Reinvestment Area Plan
One of the Redevelopment Agency (RDA) of Salt Lake City project areas is the State Street Project Area.
The project is bounded by 2100 South and 300 South on the south and north; Interstate-15, 200 West,
and West Temple on the west; and 200 East on the east.
The overarching vision of the State Street Project Area is to promote a livable urban community with a
strong urban design identity that preserves and enhances the integrity of its existing residential
neighborhoods.
Anticipated changes through redevelopment and revitalization of the Project Area
(related to this project):
• It is anticipated that underutilized and vacant land will be returned to productive use,
thereby helping to reduce crime and improving the physical environment of the
neighborhood. This CRA Plan envisions more people living, working, and shopping on State
Street and in the State Street Project Area, bringing new life to the area, and taking
advantage of the proximity to the downtowns of both Salt Lake City and South Salt Lake.
These changes will likely result in an increase in the number of housing units in this area,
and likely an increase in both the housing and commercial density in the Project Area.
• Although it is anticipated that current single-family land uses will be retained, it is likely that
increases in building intensity and development of underutilized/vacant land would result in
increased population densities.
• It is anticipated that there will be an increase in new, mixed-use infill developments that will
increase building intensities overall in the project area. Buildings with multiple uses, such as
ground floor retail with housing above, will increase the use and activity of the buildings and
bring additional people to the project area overall.
Standards to guide project area development (related to this project):
• Encourage the highest aesthetic standards possible using durable materials while at the
same time providing the greatest possible public value that meets current and future needs.
• Support population growth and stability by providing opportunities for housing, mixed-use
development, and appropriate-scale commercial development while stabilizing existing
neighborhoods.
• Work with Salt Lake City Planning Division to review zoning codes in the project area and
potentially make changes to zoning and allowable land use to promote walkable places and
to allow development to evolve with the changing market.
Objective 4: Housing
• High-quality housing options to provide housing stability for existing residents and establish
the area as an option for increased residential capacity and live-work opportunities.
Discussion: The vision of the State Street Project Area, to promote a livable urban community with a
strong urban design identity that preserves and enhances the integrity of its existing residential
neighborhoods is consistent with this rezoning request through higher aesthetic, with support for
population growth, mixed-use development and provide the area with options for increased residential
capacity.
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Life on State (Draft)
In addition to the adopted master plans listed above, Salt Lake City and South Salt Lake have worked
together to study improvements and development opportunities along the State Street corridor.
The outcome of this study was a plan, Life on State, which has not been adopted. However, this draft
formulated a vision for a better street and recommendations for zoning and other development
regulations. The draft plan calls for more density along State Street and more height as well as
development that better engages the sidewalk and street. Public engagement discussions during the
planning process elicited positive attitudes toward higher density, mixed-use development to get more
people living and working along State Street and to keep rents affordable. The proposed rezoning
corresponds to that vision.
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ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
21A.50.050: A decision to amend the text of this title or the zoning map by general amendment is a
matter committed to the legislative discretion of the city council and is not controlled by any one standard.
In making a decision to amend the zoning map, the City Council should consider the following:
Factor Finding Rationale
1. Whether a proposed
map amendment is
consistent with the
purposes, goals,
objectives, and
policies of the city as
stated through its
various adopted
planning documents;
The proposed
amendment is
generally
consistent with
the goals and
policies of the
applicable
master plans.
Consistency of the zone with the Central Community
Master Plan is discussed under Issue 1. While the
proposed zoning designation doesn’t completely align
with all the aspects discussed in the Future Land Use
designation for the property, it complies with its intent in
supporting mixed-use development.
The Central Community Master Plan encourages mixed-
use development with higher density and better design
guidelines to support livable communities on the corner
of major streets.
Plan Salt Lake promotes common policies, like
neighborhoods that provide better interaction,
development close to transportation, diversity of housing
and more efficient use of energy. These goals will be
better achieved if the zoning of the corner of 1300 South
and State Street is rezoned from the CC zone to the FB-
UN2.
The rezoning is consistent with the vision of the State
Street Project Area, by promoting higher aesthetic
through additional design guidelines, with support for
population growth through additional height, and mixed-
use development.
2. Whether a
proposed map
amendment furthers
the specific purpose
statements of the
zoning ordinance.
The proposal
generally
furthers the
specific
purpose
statements of
the zoning
ordinance.
The purpose of the zoning ordinance is to promote the
health, safety, morals, convenience, order, prosperity, and
welfare of the present and future inhabitants of Salt Lake
City, to implement the adopted plans of the city, and, in
addition:
A. Lessen congestion in the streets or roads;
B. Secure safety from fire and other dangers;
C. Provide adequate light and air;
D. Classify land uses and distribute land
development and utilization;
E. Protect the tax base;
F. Secure economy in governmental expenditures;
G. Foster the city's industrial, business and
residential development; and
H. Protect the environment.
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The CC zone being a lot more permissive, with lower
height requirements, higher setbacks, higher parking
requirements and the lack of design standards can result
in underutilized land. Whereas, the rezoning to the FB-
UN2 zone would facilitate cost-effective mixed-use
building and better urban form that could improve safety
with active street frontage and better sustainable projects
(see Issue 1 for more details).
3. The extent to which
a proposed map
amendment will affect
adjacent properties;
The change in
zoning is not
anticipated to
create any
substantial
new negative
impacts that
wouldn’t be
anticipated
with the
current zoning.
Most of State Street from 900 South to the city boundary
at 2100 South is zoned CC or Institutional. The current
auto-oriented land uses reflect the zoning. The residential
component of the FB-UN2 can provide the population to
support commercial and institutional land uses.
See additional discussion on Issue 3 of this report.
4. Whether a
proposed map
amendment is
consistent with the
purposes and
provisions of any
applicable overlay
zoning districts which
may impose
additional standards
The subject
site is within
the South State
Street Corridor
Overlay
District.
This overlay has additional requirements: maximum
setback, parking setback and it exempts front yard
setback. Furthermore, there are three additional design
requirements: ground floor glass, blank wall maximum
and screening of equipment and service areas.
The requirements and design guidelines are similar if not
stricter in the FB-UN2 zoning than the overlay and
therefore will not impose additional standards.
5. The adequacy of
public facilities and
services intended to
serve the subject
property, including,
but not limited to,
roadways, parks and
recreational facilities,
police and fire
protection, schools,
stormwater drainage
systems, water
supplies, and
wastewater and refuse
collection.
The proposal
does not
increase the
need for
improvements
beyond that
required by
existing zoning
allowances.
The site is located within a developed area of the City. The
change of zoning is not likely to increase the need for
roadways, parks, recreation facilities, police, fire
protection, or schools. Any future development would be
reviewed by the Public Utilities department and if
additional water or sewer capacity is required to serve the
property, the owner/developer would need to make the
necessary public improvements.
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Public Notice, Meetings, and Comments
The following is a list of public meetings that have been held, and other public input opportunities, related
to the proposed project:
• Project notification sent out May 18, 2020 to Liberty Wells, Central City, and Ball Park
community councils.
• Notices were mailed to property owners/residents within ~300 feet of the proposal on June 3,
2020
• Liberty Wells Community Council online meeting on June 10, 2020
o The applicant responded to questions about the number of units desired for a potential
project, about how it complied with the master plan and about parking. The applicant
responded that the number of units had not been confirmed at the time and that the project
would provide parking according to the necessity of the project.
o Response to the request was positive.
• Online Open House June 18, 2020
• Notice of the public hearing for the proposal included:
o Public hearing notice mailed on August 12, 2020
o Public hearing notice posted on August 12, 2020
o Public notice posted on City and State websites and Planning Division list serve on August 11,
2020
Public Input:
Five emails were received. Four in favor of the rezoning and one against the removal of Coachman’s
Restaurant and gentrification of the area. Please see emails attached.
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From:
To:Pace, Katia
Subject:(EXTERNAL) 1301 and 1321 Zoning Amendment
Date:Tuesday, June 16, 2020 2:04:16 PM
Hi there,
I live on Coatsville just off of State Street, and fully support this zoning amendment. I think
adding density and mixed-use developments will increase the walkability and safety of the
neighborhood as well as add vibrancy to the State Street corridor.
Thanks!
Janine Donal
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From:
To:Pace, Katia
Subject:(EXTERNAL) Public Comment in support of Petition Number: PLNPCM2020-00328
Date:Monday, June 8, 2020 9:00:56 AM
Katia,
I am a resident of the neighborhood, and want to express support for this rezone. I think it is
great they want to make changes to this property, and even better if they utilize a ped friendly
zoning code to do so.
Than you,
Megan,
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From:
To:Pace, Katia
Subject:(EXTERNAL) Rezoning of 1300s and State
Date:Wednesday, June 10, 2020 11:26:21 PM
I am against the rezoning. Vehemently opposed. I do not want Coachmans forced out. I'd love
to see some other locations along state street improved but not this gentrification and upending
of wonderful establishments that may happen
I am a resident of in SLC. Please note my opposition
Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android
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From:
To:Pace, Katia
Subject:(EXTERNAL) Zone change
Date:Thursday, August 20, 2020 11:09:05 AM
As a member of the community, with a background in City Planning and place making I fully
support the zone change request at 1301 S State and adjacent parcel. Increasing heights and
creating more truly mixed use areas in the City will have many positive impacts.
Greater heights adjacent to wide street has been proven to reduce traffic speeds. While the
allowable heights won’t allow for the ideal traffic calming heights, (as tall as or taller than the
width of the adjacent street) greater heights are still an benefit.
A project here will bring additional residents to the neighborhood, creating more invested
residents, as well as increasing the population base for retail in the area.
State street is hugely under utilized as far as the density that it could accommodate.
Kyle R Deans
84101
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Planning Staff Note: As this rezone does not substantially change the development potential of the site
and no immediate development has been proposed with the application, City departments, including
Forestry, Police, Building Services, Fire, Engineering, Transportation, and Public Utilities did not have
issues with the rezone.
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3. PLANNING COMMISSION
C. Agenda/Minutes
August 26, 2020
SALT LAKE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
THIRD AMENDMENT
This meeting will be an electronic meeting pursuant to Salt Lake City Emergency
Proclamation No. 2 of 2020 (2)(b)
August 26, 2020, at 5:30 p.m.
(The order of the items may change at the Commission’s discretion)
This Meeting will not have an anchor location at the City and County Building. Commission
Members will connect remotely. We want to make sure everyone interested in the Planning
Commission meetings can still access the meetings how they feel most comfortable. If you are
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING WILL BEGIN AT 5:30 PM
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR AUGUST 12, 2020
REPORT OF THE CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Rosewood Park Alley & Street Vacation - Olga Crump of the Real Estate Services
Department of Salt Lake City is requesting alley and street vacations within Rosewood Park
in order to consolidate the property to simplify the permitting process for future improvement
projects. These streets and alleys were platted as part of the Kinney and Gourlay’s Improved
Subdivision, recorded in 1887, but were never constructed. These requests were brought
before the Planning Commission on January 22, 2020 seeking a recommendation for a street
closure and alley vacation. The request for a street closure has been amended and is now a
request for a street vacation. The property is zoned OS (Open Space) and is located within
Council District 1, represented by James Rogers. (Staff contact: Chris Earl at (801) 535-7932
or christopher.earl@slcgov.com) Case numbers PLNPCM2019-01036 & PLNPCM2019-
01037
2. West End Alley Vacation at approximately 740 West 900 South - Maximilian Coreth,
property owner, is requesting to vacate a small triangular portion of the alley abutting the west
side of the property at the above said address. This is not a request to vacate the entire
alley. The applicant is requesting to vacate this portion of the alley in order to acquire the
property to square off the southwestern corner of his property for future development. The
property is zoned M-1 (Light Manufacturing) and is located within Council District 2,
represented by Andrew Johnston. (Staff contact: Chris Earl at (801) 535-7932 or
christopher.earl@slcgov.com) Case number PLNPCM2020-00268
3. Izzy South Design Review at approximately 534 East 2100 South - Ryan McMullen,
Applicant, is requesting Design Review approval for a proposed 71-unit mixed use building
located at approximately 534 East 2100 South by the name of “Izzy South.” The Applicant is
requesting a modification of the maximum height requirement to accommodate architectural
features on the front-facing façade of the proposed building. The property is zoned CB
(Community Business) and is located within Council District 7, represented by Amy Fowler.
(Staff Contact: Caitlyn Miller at (385) 202-4689 or caitlyn.miller@slcgov.com) Case number
PLNPCM2020-00222
4. Gateway Storage Planned Development at approximately 134 South 700 West - Austin
Lundskog, Applicant, is requesting Planned Development and Design Review approval of a
proposed self-storage facility 103,500 sq. ft. in size at approximately 134 South 700 West.
The property is zoned GMU (Gateway Mixed Use) and is located within Council District 4,
represented by Analia Valdemoros. (Staff contact: Caitlyn Miller at (385) 202-4689 or
caitlyn.miller@slcgov.com) Case numbers PLNPCM2020-00182 and PLNPCM2020-00399
5. Stanford Commons Planned Development & Preliminary Subdivision at approximately
2052 E Michigan Avenue – Jessica Sluder from Alta Development Group, LLC, representing
the property owner, is requesting approval for a new residential development at the above
listed address. The proposal includes demolishing the discontinued pool area on the site and
subdividing the property into four (4) lots for a proposed construction of three (3) single-family
attached dwellings. The proposed project is subject to the following petitions:
a. Planned Development – Planned Development is requested to modify the required
front yard setback, grade changes greater than four feet (4’) within a required yard and
required lot area from 3,000 square feet to approximate lot area ranging between
2,000 and 2,500 square feet for the new lots. Case number PLNPCM2020-00230
b. Preliminary Subdivision – Preliminary Plat approval is needed to create four (4) new
lots. Case number PLNSUB2020-00231
The property is zoned RMF-30 (Low Density Multi-Family Residential) and is located within
Council District 6, represented by Dan Dugan (Staff contact: Linda Mitchell at (385) 386-2763
or linda.mitchell@slcgov.com)
6. Zoning Map Amendment at approximately 1301 & 1321 South State Street - Glen
Anderson, representing the property owner, is requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to
rezone the properties at 1301 and 1321 S. State Street currently zoned CC (Corridor
Commercial) to the FB-UN2 (Form Base Urban Neighborhood 2) zoning district. This zoning
amendment will also add this corner to other sites/corners in the FB-UN2 that allow buildings
up to 65 feet in height. The applicant feels that the intent of the FB-UN2 zoning district better
aligns with the potential use of the corner lot and the potential for a new mixed-use building
(to replace the existing buildings on the parcels). The FB-UN2 also has design standards that
were created to reduce the impacts of increase height and density. The properties are located
within Council District 5, represented by Darin Mano. (Staff contact: Katia Pace at (801) 535-
6354 or katia.pace@slcgov.com) Case number PLNPCM2020-00328
POSTPONED
POSTPONED
7. ADU & Special Exception at approximately 1362 South 1300 East - Dwight Yee, property
owner representative, is requesting Conditional Use approval to construct a detached
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in the rear yard of the property located at 1362 S 1300 E. The
ADU will measure 640 square feet with a height of approximately 16 1/2 feet. The applicant is
also requesting Special Exception approval for grade changes and retaining walls exceeding
4 feet in height. The requested grading and retaining walls are located within the rear and side
yards. The property is zoned R-1/5,000 Single-Family Residential and is located within
Council District 5, represented by Darin Mano. (Staff contact: Amanda Roman at (801) 535-
7660 or amanda.roman@slcgov.com) Case numbers PLNPCM2020-00358 &
PLNPCM2020-00454
For Planning Commission agendas, staff reports, and minutes, visit the Planning Division’s website at
slc.gov/planning/public-meetings. Staff Reports will be posted the Friday prior to the meeting and minutes will be posted
two days after they are ratified, which usually occurs at the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning
Commission.
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SALT LAKE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
This meeting was held electronically pursuant to Salt Lake City Emergency Proclamation
No. 2 of 2020 (2)(b)
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
A roll is being kept of all who attended the Planning Commission Meeting. The meeting was called to
order at 5:30:17 PM. Audio recordings of the Planning Commission meetings are retained for a period
of time.
Present for the Planning Commission meeting were: Vice Chairperson, Brenda Scheer; Commissioners;
Maurine Bachman, Amy Barry, Carolynn Hoskins, Jon Lee, Matt Lyon, Andres Paredes, Sara Urquhart,
and Crystal Young-Otterstrom. Chairperson Adrienne Bell was excused.
Planning Staff members present at the meeting were: Nick Norris, Planning Director; Michaela Oktay,
Planning Deputy Director; Paul Nielson, Attorney; Chris Earl, Associate Planner; Katia Pace, Principal
Planner; Amanda Roman, Principal Planner; and Rosa Jimenez, Administrative Secretary.
Michaela Oktay, Planning Deputy Directory provided participation information for the public.
APPROVAL OF THE AUGUST 12, 2020, MEETING MINUTES. 5:32:32 PM
MOTION 5:32:41 PM
Commissioner Bachman moved to approve the August 12, 2020 meeting minutes. Commissioner
Lee seconded the motion. Commissioners Barry, Bachman, Paredes, Hoskins, Young-Otterstrom,
Lee, and Lyon voted “Aye”. Commissioner Urquhart abstained from voting as she was not present
for the said meeting. The motion passed 7-1.
REPORT OF THE CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR 5:34:09 PM
Chairperson Bell was not present for the said meeting.
Vice Chairperson Scheer stated she had nothing to report.
REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR 5:34:17 PM
Nick Norris, Planning Director, provided the commission with updates on projects that the commission
has previously seen that are now up before the City Council.
5:40:09 PM Vice Chairperson Brenda Scheer read the emergency proclamation.
5:41:16 PM
Rosewood Park Alley & Street Vacation - Olga Crump of the Real Estate Services Department of Salt
Lake City is requesting alley and street vacations within Rosewood Park in order to consolidate the
property to simplify the permitting process for future improvement projects. These streets and alleys were
platted as part of the Kinney and Gourlay’s Improved Subdivision, recorded in 1887, but were never
constructed. These requests were brought before the Planning Commission on January 22, 2020 seeking
a recommendation for a street closure and alley vacation. The request for a s treet closure has been
amended and is now a request for a street vacation. The property is zoned OS (Open Space) and is
located within Council District 1, represented by James Rogers. (Staff contact: Chris Earl at (801) 535-
7932 or christopher.earl@slcgov.com) Case numbers PLNPCM2019-01036 & PLNPCM2019-01037
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Christopher Earl, Principal Planner, reviewed the petition as outlined in the Staff Report (located in the
case file). He stated Staff recommended that the Planning Commission forward a positive
recommendation to the City Council with the conditions listed in the staff report.
PUBLIC HEARING 5:46:07 PM
Vice-Chairperson Scheer opened the Public Hearing; seeing no one wished to speak; Vice-Chairperson
Scheer closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION 5:46:51 PM
Commissioner Bachman stated, based on the findings and analysis in the staff report, the policy
considerations for street vacation and alley vacation, and the input received I move that the
Planning Commission forward a positive recommendation to the City Council for the street
vacation and alley vacation proposed in PLNPCM2019-01036 and PLNPCM2019-01037 with the
condition listed in the staff report.
Commissioner Urquhart seconded the motion. Commissioners Barry, Bachman, Urquhart,
Paredes, Hoskins, Young-Otterstrom, Lee and Lyon voted “Aye”. The motion passed
unanimously.
5:48:30 PM
West End Alley Vacation at approximately 740 West 900 South - Maximilian Coreth, property owner,
is requesting to vacate a small triangular portion of the alley abutting the west side of the property at the
above said address. This is not a request to vacate the entire alley. The applicant is requesting to vacate
this portion of the alley in order to acquire the property to square off the southwestern corner of his
property for future development. The property is zoned M-1 (Light Manufacturing) and is located within
Council District 2, represented by Andrew Johnston. (Staff contact: Chris Earl at (801) 535-7932 or
christopher.earl@slcgov.com) Case number PLNPCM2020-00268
Christopher Earl, Principal Planner, reviewed the petition as outlined in the Staff Report (located in the
case file). He stated Staff recommended that the Planning Commission forward a positive
recommendation to the City Council with the conditions listed in the staff report.
Max Coreth, representing the property owners, was available for questions.
PUBLIC HEARING 5:55:24 PM
Vice-Chairperson Scheer opened the Public Hearing; seeing no one wished to speak; Vice-Chairperson
Scheer closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION 5:56:58 PM
Commissioner Urquhart stated, based on the findings and analysis in the staff report, the policy
considerations for alley vacation, and the input received I move that the Planning Commission
forward a positive recommendation to the City Council for the alley vacation proposed in
PLNPCM2020-00268 with the condition listed in the staff report.
Commissioner Hoskins seconded the motion. Commissioners Barry, Bachman, Urquhart,
Paredes, Hoskins, Young-Otterstrom, Lee, and Lyon voted “Aye”. The motion passed
unanimously.
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5:58:36 PM
Zoning Map Amendment at approximately 1301 & 1321 South State Street - Glen Anderson,
representing the property owner, is requesting a Zoning Map Amendment to rezone the properties at
1301 and 1321 S. State Street currently zoned CC (Corridor Commercial) to the FB-UN2 (Form Base
Urban Neighborhood 2) zoning district. This zoning amendment will also add this corner to other
sites/corners in the FB-UN2 that allow buildings up to 65 feet in height. The applicant feels that the intent
of the FB-UN2 zoning district better aligns with the potential use of the corner lot and the p otential for a
new mixed-use building (to replace the existing buildings on the parcels). The FB-UN2 also has design
standards that were created to reduce the impacts of increase height and density. The properties are
located within Council District 5, represented by Darin Mano. (Staff contact: Katia Pace at (801) 535-
6354 or katia.pace@slcgov.com) Case number PLNPCM2020-00328
Katia Pace, Principal Planner, reviewed the petition as outlined in the Staff Report (located in the case
file). She stated Staff recommended that the Planning Commission forward a positive recommendation
to the City Council.
The Commission and Staff discussed the following:
• Clarification of when the State Street plan, Life on State, will be adopted
Glen Anderson, applicant, provided further detailed information regarding the request.
PUBLIC HEARING 6:24:14 PM
Vice-Chairperson Scheer opened the Public Hearing; seeing no one wished to speak; Vice-Chairperson
Scheer closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION 6:25:28 PM
Commissioner Lyon stated, based on the information in the staff report, the information
presented, and the input received during the public hearing, I move that the Planning Commission
recommend that the City Council approve the proposed map amendment, PLNPCM2020-00328,
at 1301 and 1321 South State Street from CC to FB-UN2 with the condition listed in the staff report.
Commissioner Bachman seconded the motion. Commissioners Barry, Bachman, Urquhart,
Paredes, Hoskins, Young-Otterstrom, Lee and Lyon voted “Aye”. The motion passed
unanimously.
6:27:46 PM
ADU & Special Exception at approximately 1362 South 1300 East - Dwight Yee, property owner
representative, is requesting Conditional Use approval to construct a detached Accessory Dwelling Unit
(ADU) in the rear yard of the property located at 1362 S 1300 E. The ADU will measure 640 square feet
with a height of approximately 16 1/2 feet. The applicant is also requesting Special Exception approval
for grade changes and retaining walls exceeding 4 feet in height. The requested grading and retaining
walls are located within the rear and side yards. The property is zoned R-1/5,000 Single-Family
Residential and is located within Council District 5, represented by Darin Mano. (Staff contact: Amanda
Roman at (801) 535-7660 or amanda.roman@slcgov.com) Case numbers PLNPCM2020-00358 &
PLNPCM2020-00454
Amanda Roman, Principal Planner, reviewed the petition as outlined in the Staff Report (located in the
case file). She stated Staff recommended that the Planning Commission approval with the conditions
listed in the staff report.
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The Commission and Staff discussed the following:
• Clarification on whether there would still be a special exception for the retaining walls if there were
no ADU
Dwight Yee, representative of the property owner, provided further detailed information.
The Commission, Staff and Applicant discussed the following:
• Clarification on retaining wall
• ADU setback clarification
PUBLIC HEARING 6:49:22 PM
Vice-Chairperson Scheer opened the Public Hearing;
Cynthia – Stated her opposition of the request. She also raised concern with lack of parking.
Seeing no one else wished to speak; Vice-Chairperson Scheer closed the Public Hearing.
The Commission, Staff and Applicant further discussed the following:
• Clarification on onsite parking
• Whether the applicant can reduce the rear-yard setback to allow for more parking
Discussion was made to add possible conditions to the motion.
FIRST MOTION 7:16:09 PM
Commissioner Bachman stated, based on the information listed in the staff report, the information
presented, and the input received during the public hearing, I move that the Commission approve
the request for Conditional Use for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at 1362 S 1300 E, as
presented in petition PLNPCM2020-00358, with the conditions listed in the staff report.
Commissioner Young-Otterstrom seconded the motion. Commissioners Barry, Bachman,
Urquhart, Paredes, Hoskins, Young-Otterstrom, Lee, and Lyon voted “Aye”. The motion passed
unanimously.
SECOND MOTION 7:18:09 PM
Commissioner Bachman stated, based on the information listed in the staff report, the information
presented, and the input received during the public hearing, I move that the Commission approve
the Special Exception request for grading and retaining walls exceeding four feet (4’) in height at
1362 S 1300 E, as presented in petition PLNPCM2020-00454, with the conditions listed in the staff
report.
Commissioner Hoskins seconded the motion. Commissioners Barry, Bachman, Urquhart,
Paredes, Hoskins, Young-Otterstrom, Lee, and Lyon voted “Aye”. The motion passed
unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 7:19:41 PM
3. PLANNING COMMISSION
E. Staff Presentation Slides
August 26, 2020
Salt Lake City
Planning Commission
August 26, 2020
Zoning Map Amendment
@
1301 and 1321 South State Street
from:
Corridor Commercial (CC)
to:
Form Base Urban Neighborhood 2 (FB-UN2)
Applicant would like to:
1.Consolidate the two parcels
2.Remove existing buildings
3.Build a mixed-use building –
owner occupied and financially
attainable
Recommendation:
For the Planning Commission to
recommend approval to the City
Council. According to the following
analysis and condition.
Site:
1301 & 1321 S.
State Street
Edison StreetState Street1300 South
Current Zoning
State Street1300 South
CC
RMF-45R-1/5,000CC
CC
Key Intersection
•State Street is an important gateway to Salt Lake City
•1300 South is a major east/west arterial street
Plans applicable to this site:
Plan Salt Lake
•access to a wide variety of housing types
•basic human need for safety
•social interaction, and services needed for the wellbeing of the community
Central Community Master Plan
•urban design requirements to “improve the quality of living in the Central Community
•need for safety
•new mixed-use designations to support livable communities
Plans applicable to this site:
RDA Project Area
•higher aesthetic
•support for population growth
•mixed-use development options for increased residential capacity
Life on State (Draft)
•more density along State Street
•more height
•development that better engages the sidewalk and street
Zoning:
Current Zoning:
•Corridor Commercial (CC)
•State Street Overlay
Proposed Zoning:
•Form Base Urban Neighborhood 2
(FB-UN2)
•State Street Overlay
Zoning Comparison
CC zoning requires more setbacks, more
parking and less height/density
Zoning Standard CC Zone FB-UN2 Zone
Front Setback*15’
25’ Max. for 35% (SSSC Overlay)
0 Minimum
10’ Maximum
Corner Side Yard 15’ 0 Minimum
10’ Maximum
Interior Side Yard 0 15’ adjacent to single family or FB-
UN1
Rear Yard 10’20’ adjacent to single family or FB-
UN1
Height 30’ with additional 15’ through the
Design Review process 50’ or 65’ on some corner lots
Lot Size (minimum)10,000 square feet 4,000 square feet
Lot Width 75’30’
Parking
• 1 per 1br Unit
• 2 per 2br Unit
• 2 per 1,000 sq. ft. retail
No minimum
Design Standards CC Zone
South State
Street
Corridor
FB-UN2 Zone
Ground floor use Yes
Ground floor use + visual interest Yes
Building materials: ground floor Yes
Building materials: upper floors Yes
Glass: ground floor Yes Yes
Building entrances Yes Yes Yes
Blank wall: maximum length Yes Yes
Upper floor step back Yes
Balconies & Patios Yes
Lighting: parking lot Yes Yes
Screening of equipment and service area Yes
Pedestrian Connections Yes
Open Space Area Yes
Building Fenestration Yes
Parking Yes
Parking setback Yes Yes
Design Guidelines Comparison
FB-UN2 has more design guidelines
Properties
Across the
Street:
•Commercial
•Lower Height
Properties
Across the
Street:
•Drive-
through
•Parking in
front
Properties
Across the
Street:
•Drive-
through
•Parking in
front
Adjacent Properties:
•Multi-family residential
•Government office building
Findings:
Staff finds that development under
the CC zone does not encourage
the type of development the
different master plans call for.
Findings:
The type of development in the FB-
UN2 has the potential for:
•Additional housing
•To be more sustainable
•To be safer
•Better designed
Building Regulation Building Form
Building height and
Placement:
Cottage Development1 Row House Multi-Family
Residential
Mixed Use Storefront
H Height 2.5 stories, 30' maximum
from established grade 4 stories with a maximum of 50'. 5 stories with a maximum of 65' on
parcels located on the corners of West Temple at 800 or 900 South, 200
West at 700, 800 or 900 South, 200 West at Fayette Avenue, 300 West at
800 or 900 South, the southeast corner of 1300 South and State Street
and in the area identified on Figure 21A.27.050C.1. All heights measured
from established grade
Table 21A.27.050E2
FB-UN2 Building Form Standards
Condition of Approval:
In order to add this site to other
corner sites the parcels will need to
be consolidated.
4. ORIGINAL PETITION
Updated 7/1/19
Zoning Amendment
Amend the text of the Zoning Ordinance Amend the Zoning Map
OFFICE USE ONLY
Received By: Date Received: Project #:
Name or Section/s of Zoning Amendment:
PLEASE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION
Address of Subject Property (or Area):
Name of Applicant: Phone:
Address of Applicant:
E-mail of Applicant:Cell/Fax:
Applicant’s Interest in Subject Property:
Owner Contractor Architect Other:
Name of Property Owner (if different from applicant):
E-mail of Property Owner:Phone:
Please note that additional information may be required by the project planner to ensure adequate
information is provided for staff analysis. All information required for staff analysis will be copied and
made public, including professional architectural or engineering drawings, for the purposes of public
review by any interested party.
AVAILABLE CONSULTATION
If you have any questions regarding the requirements of this application, please contact Salt Lake City
Planning Counter at (801) 535-7700 prior to submitting the application.
REQUIRED FEE
Map Amendment: filing fee of $1,034, plus $121 per acre in excess of one acre
Text Amendment: filing fee of $1,035, plus $100 for newspaper notice.
Plus additional fee for mailed public notices.
SIGNATURE
If applicable, a notarized statement of consent authorizing applicant to act as an agent will be required.
Signature of Owner or Agent: Date: SALT LAKE CITY PLANNING 801-201-7718
mike@tray-tag.com
801-908-8818Glenn Anderson
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glenn@gaarch.com
801-577-1020
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Updated 7/1/19 Staff Review SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
1.Project Description (please attach additional sheets.)
A statement declaring the purpose for the amendment.
A description of the proposed use of the property being rezoned.
List the reasons why the present zoning may not be appropriate for the area.
Is the request amending the Zoning Map?
If so, please list the parcel numbers to be changed.
Is the request amending the text of the Zoning Ordinance?
If so, please include language and the reference to the Zoning Ordinance to be changed.
WHERE TO FILE THE COMPLETE APPLICATION
Mailing Address: Planning Counter
PO Box 145471
Salt Lake City, UT 84114
In Person: Planning Counter
451 South State Street, Room 215
Telephone: (801) 535-7700
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
______ I acknowledge that Salt Lake City requires the items above to be submitted before my application can be processed. I
understand that Planning will not accept my application unless all of the following items are included in the
submittal package.
X
X
X
X
We have been working with Nick Norris and Katia Pace with the Salt Lake City Planning Department
over the past year to draw the information below. We have also met with the Liberty Park
Neighborhood Council with members of the Ballpark Neighborhood Council present where we
received an almost unanimous straw poll vote of support.
Purpose of the Zoning Amendment
We are requesting that parcels #16073580080000 and #16073580080000 currently zoned CC be
changed to FB-UN2.
FB-UN2 allows mixed use at a greater density and is more in alignment with the proposed masterplan
for the State Street Corridor. FB-UN2 allows for increased building height and density to facilitate a
mixed use development that reinforces the cities masterplan. Changing the zoning to FB-UN2 provides a
permissible avenue to achieve increased height and density through the design review process defined
within this Zone. The increased density allows more units. This will lower the costs of the units making
them more affordable. This is another goal of the master plan.
While the height is being increased the building mass will step back at the third floor reducing its impact
on both State Street and the apartments to the east.
Description of the proposed development:
Create a medium density mixed use development that will reinforce the goals of the proposed State
Street Master Plan. The development will consist of:
Provide Street level retail.
Ownership, vested interest: Provide Upper level affordable condominiums with open space.
Provide opportunity to own, a condominium instead of paying rent at close to the same cost.
Neighborhood awareness: Owners would be more likely than renters to monitor activities in the
neighborhood.
Provide onsite secured parking for owners and their guests and patrons of the onsite retail
establishments. The secured parking garage will help reduce car prowls in the area.
Provide Onsite storage units for residence.
Reasons why present zoning is not appropriate:
The State Street Community Reinvestment Plan (CURRENT DRAFT) defines the site as Commercial
Corridor, “CC”. This use encourages residential and commercial mid-rise construction with a mix of uses
to include corner shops, small markets and housing. Midrise is typically between 4 to 11 stories. The
proposed development is 5 stories. There are no height restrictions in the draft. The current Zoning of
CC does not accommodate the intent of this Plan.
CC Zoning height is 30 feet with a 15 foot increase to 45 feet. This does not accommodate the
density this site needs to achieve to be able to provide affordable condominiums
The setbacks in the CC zoning will not provide an adequate footprint to achieve the goals of this project.
Narrowing the depth on the basement, first and second story will reduce the parking by almost 50%.
CC Zoning encourages mixed uses within the Zoning district but not necessarily in the same
development or structure.
5. MAILING LIST
1314 PLAZA LLC 2256 S LAKELINE CIR SALT LAKE UT 84109
AMERICAN TOTAL CARE, LLC 150 E 1300 S SALT LAKE UT 84115
ANDREW R ADELMAN & SARA E ADE 1339 S EDISON ST SALT LAKE UT 84115
ANDY TRAN 1330 S STATE ST SALT LAKE UT 84115
ANIKA WEBB 1321 S EDISON ST SALT LAKE UT 84115
AXIOM PROPERTIES III, LLC 351 W 400 S SALT LAKE UT 84101
BROTHERS & SON RETAIL LLC 1302 S STATE ST SALT LAKE UT 84115
FIRST UTAH BANK 3826 S 2300 E SALT LAKE UT 84109
FREE WESLEYAN CHURCH OF TONGA PO BOX 27662 SALT LAKE UT 84127
GARY L PETERSON & KATHRYN A PET 1220 S STATE ST SALT LAKE UT 84111
JARED FOTSCH 154 E 1300 S SALT LAKE UT 84115
JERRY W LOCKHART 1398 N 640 W WEST BOU UT 84087
JOHN NIKOLS 1313 S STATE ST SALT LAKE UT 84115
MICHAEL DURHAM 1345 S EDISON ST SALT LAKE UT 84115
MONICA AGUILAR 1333 S EDISON ST SALT LAKE UT 84115
MORSE LAURELWOOD PROPERTIES L 223 W 700 S SALT LAKE UT 84101
NATE WADE INVESTMENT 1421 S AMBASSADOR WY SALT LAKE UT 84108
NATE WADE INVESTMENT COMPANY1207 S MAIN ST SALT LAKE UT 84111
OLIVER WHITE & DIANA WHITE 1327 S EDISON ST SALT LAKE UT 84115
SALT LAKE COUNTY PO BOX 144575 SALT LAKE UT 84114
SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CRIPPLED PO BOX 31356 TAMPA FL 33631
SRI REAL ESTATE PROPERTIES LLC PO BOX 95389 SOUTH JOR UT 84095
PROPERTY OWNER 917 E MILLCREEK WY SALT LAKE CUT 84106
PROPERTY OWNER 3703 W 8110 S WEST JORDUT 84088
WILLISTON SLOULIN FIELD PAD LLC; & 5670 WILSHIRE BLVD #1250 LOS ANGEL CA 90036
Current Occupant 1220 S STATE ST Salt Lake Ci UT 84111
Current Occupant 85 E 1300 S Salt Lake Ci UT 84111
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CITY COUNCIL OF SALT LAKE CITY
451 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 304
P.O. BOX 145476, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH 84114-5476
SLCCOUNCIL.COM
TEL 801-535-7600 FAX 801-535-7651
COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
CITY COUNCIL of SALT LAKE CITY
TO:City Council Members
FROM:Brian Fullmer
Policy Analyst
DATE:February 2, 2021
RE: 2903 South Highland Drive Master Plan and Zoning Map Amendments
PLNPCM2020-00053/00054
The Council will be briefed about an ordinance to amend the Sugar House Master Plan and zoning map for
the property located at approximately 2903 South Highland Drive in City Council District Seven. This
property is currently “split zoned” with the western portion of the parcel zoned CB (Community Business)
and the eastern portion is zoned R-1/7,000 (Single-Family Residential). The proposal would amend zoning
for the eastern portion of the property (approximately 30%) from R-1/7,000 to CB, matching the parcel’s
western portion. The parcel’s eastern portion is currently used as a parking lot. Nearby properties fronting
Highland Drive are primarily zoned CB and those fronting Zenith Avenue to the east are R-1/7,000.
The proposed master plan and zoning map amendments are intended to accommodate a future
development on the entire parcel. The subject parcel is located at the northeast corner of Highland Drive,
an arterial street, and Zenith Avenue, a local street, as shown in the image below.
Planning staff recommended and the Salt Lake City Planning Commission forwarded a unanimous positive
recommendation to the City Council for the master plan and zoning map amendments.
Item Schedule:
Briefing: February 2, 2021
Set Date: February 2, 2021
Public Hearing: March 2, 2021
Potential Action: March 16, 2021
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Aerial view with subject property outlined in red and R-1/7,000 portion outlined in yellow
Goal of the briefing: Review the proposed zoning map amendment, determine if the Council supports
moving forward with the proposal.
POLICY QUESTIONS
1.The Council may wish to ask what changes, if any, were made as a result of the public process
since the May 13, 2020 Planning Commission meeting.
2.Does the Council support the Planning Commission’s recommendation to adopt the proposed
changes?
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The western portion of the subject property currently houses the Visual Art Institute. A small parking lot is
to the south of the building. The eastern portion of the property is also currently used as a parking lot and
is noncomplying with that zoning designation.
The subject property is in the Clermont Subdivision Plat, created in 1910. When the site and surrounding
sites were subdivided, they were all platted as residential lots. Through the years as the area developed,
properties fronting on Highland Drive were rezoned to allow commercial uses. The subject property
became “split-zoned” in the 1950s when the western portion was rezoned, but the eastern portion was not.
Under the current split zoning, the subject property’s western portion could be developed for any permitted
or conditional use within the CB zoning district. However, this would be limited to only that portion of the
property.
The eastern portion of the property zoned R-1/7,000 could remain as a parking lot serving potential new
uses of the western portion or be developed for uses permitted within that zoning district. If the zoning
remains as is, in order to develop the eastern portion of the property it would need to be subdivided. The
resulting parcel would meet R-1/7,000 zoning district standards.
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Permitted uses and standards for the CB zoning district are found in Attachment G (pages 42-48) of the
Administration’s transmittal. R-1/7,000 permitted uses and standards are in Attachment F (pages 37-41) of
the Administration’s transmittal.
KEY CONSIDERATIONS
Three key considerations were identified through Planning’s analysis of the proposed project and during
the Planning Commission public hearing held May 27, 2020. A summary of each is below. See pages 17-22
of the Administration’s transmittal for the complete analysis.
Consideration 1: Consistency with Master Plan Policies
The subject property is within the Sugar House Community Master Plan area. Included in the Master Plan
are general land use policy guidelines for the community along with more specific guidelines in the Plan’s
Future Land Use Map.
The Sugar House Community Master Plan’s stated purpose is to provide:
“Policies to help protect the stable, well-kept residential neighborhoods of Sugar House;”
And policies that support the preservation of neighborhood character…”
Planning staff believes the proposed Master Plan amendment maintains the Sugar House Community
Master Plan’s purpose because these amendments will not alter the residential neighborhood by rezoning
the property to CB since the site has not been developed as a residential lot. Planning also stated the
proposed amendment will allow continuation of a well-kept residential neighborhood by allowing
integration of a low intensity use to buffer the residential area with the Highland Drive arterial street.
The Sugar House Master Plan addresses nonconforming properties such as the subject parcel and
converting them to commercial uses. The Plan recommends exercising caution when rezoning these types
of properties and “each one should be considered on its own merits, with the public and surrounding
residents given the opportunity to provide input into the decision-making process.”
Surrounding property owners and others in the Sugar House community were provided multiple
opportunities to share feedback on this project as outlined in the Public Process section below. Comments
to Planning staff primarily were focused on increased traffic on Zenith Avenue, height differences allowed
with CB zoning and the adjacent single-family homes, buffering between the subject parcel and nearby
homes, and potential aesthetics and green space at the proposed development.
Consideration 2: Zoning Compatibility with Adjacent Properties
Building Height
A concern expressed by those who commented on the proposed rezone is compatibility of a commercial
zoning district adjacent to a single-family neighborhood. This concern included privacy of surrounding
neighbors and parking at the subject site.
The CB zoning district allows a maximum building height of 30 feet. Building size and massing standards
in the CB zone require developments to be consistent with building height and roof pitch of existing
structures on the block face. If the Council approves the requested rezone, there is potential for an
additional two feet of height than what is allowed under the current R-1/7,000 zoning.
Landscape Buffer
A landscape buffer is required in the CB zoning district when the property abuts a residential district. The
buffer must be not less than seven feet from the property line and meet standards in the zoning code. These
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include a shade tree for each 30 linear feet of the buffer, shrubs at least four feet high at maturity along the
landscape buffer length, and a fence between four and six feet high along the property line. The landscape
buffer is intended to separate differences between commercial and residential uses and mitigate the impact
of a more intense use.
Parking
Available parking at a potential townhome development was another concern expressed to Planning staff.
In the R-1/7,000 zone two parking spaces are required for each dwelling unit. Multi-family uses within the
CB zone require two parking spaces for each dwelling unit with two or more bedrooms and one space for
one-bedroom or efficiency units.
Design Review
Buildings within the CB zoning district that exceed 7,500 gross square footage on the first floor or exceed
15,000 overall gross square feet are required to be reviewed through the design review process. This
process allows Planning staff and the Planning Commission to review the project’s compatibility with
surrounding developments for height, massing, vehicular access, landscape buffers, appropriateness of
step-backs, and acceptable façade design. Planning Commission approval is required before changes are
made on site if the proposed development exceeds the floor area standard for the CB zone.
Current Conditions
This site also has specific considerations. There is an approximately three-foot grade change between the
subject property and single-family residences to the north. There is a fence approximately six feet tall on
top of an approximately three-foot-tall retaining wall. This grade change reduces impact of building height
differences between the existing residential and proposed commercial zoning districts. In addition, the
property to the north has a rear yard approximately 47 feet deep.
The property east of the subject parcel has a side yard setback of approximately six feet. If the rezone and
master plan amendment are approved by the Council, the required minimum seven-foot landscape buffer
would include shrubs and trees.
Planning staff’s opinion is the proposed master plan and zoning map amendments will be generally
compatible with adjacent properties and uses.
Consideration 3: Relevance of Applicant’s Concept Drawing and Site Plan
Requesting concept land use and drawings for master plan and zoning map amendments is intended to
provide a general idea of what the amendments are proposed to accomplish. Though the concept plans are
helpful, the developer is not required to use them if the amendments are approved. Any development
would still need to meet all zoning standards including providing required off-street parking and landscape
buffers between the commercial and residential districts.
Whether the City Council approves or denies the proposed amendments, any development on the site will
be reviewed through the building permit process ensuring standards of the applicable zoning district are
met before building permits are issued.
ANALYSIS OF STANDARDS
Attachment H of the Planning Commission staff report (pages 49-51 of the Administration’s transmittal)
outlines zoning map amendment standards that should be considered as the Council reviews this proposal.
Planning staff found this proposal generally complies with applicable standards. Please see the Planning
Commission staff report for full details.
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PUBLIC PROCESS
• February 25, 2020 Planning staff sent an early notification announcement of the project to all
residents and property owners located within 300 feet of the project site providing notice of the
project and information on how to give public input.
• April 10, 2020 Planning staff mailed notice of an online public open house. Open house fact sheet
posted online.
• April 20, 2020 Planning staff presented to the Sugar House Community Council. Public comments
were received at the online meeting.
• April 24, 2020 Online public open house closes.
• May 1, 2020 Planning Commission public hearing notice mailed to property owners living within
300 feet of the subject property.
• May 4, 2020 Planning Commission public hearing notice posted at property.
• May 13, 2020 The Planning Commission reviewed the petition and held a public hearing. The
Commission voted unanimously to forward a positive recommendation to the City Council. Minutes
of the meeting are found on pages 70-72 of the Administration’s transmittal.
Erin Mendenhall
Mayor
DEPARTMENT of COMMUNITY
and NEIGHBORHOODS
BLAKE THOMAS
Director
CITY COUNCIL TRANSMITTAL
Date Received:
Lisa Shaffer, Chief Administrative Officer Date sent to Council:
TO: Salt Lake City Council DATE:
Chris Warton, Chair
FROM: Blake Thomas, Director, Department of Community & Neighborhoods
SUBJECT: PLNPCM2020-00053/00054 -- 2903 South Highland Dr. Master Plan and Zoning
Map Amendments
STAFF CONTACT: Nannette Larsen, Principal Planner, nannette.larsen@slcgov.com
801-535-7645
DOCUMENT TYPE: Ordinance
RECOMMENDATION: City Council follow the recommendations of the Planning
Commission to approve the proposed Master Plan and Zoning Map amendments.
BUDGET IMPACT: None
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: In January a representative with Axis Architects initiated a
petition to amend the Sugar House Master Plan and Zoning Map. The request is for a property
located at approximately 2903 South Highland Drive and would amend the eastern portion of the
property from Low Density Residential to Low Intensity – Mixed Use in the Sugar House Master
Plan and from R-1-7000 (Single-Family Residential) to CB (Community Business). The
Planning Commission heard the petition on May 13th and forwarded a positive recommendation
to City Council to amend the Sugar House Master Plan and the Zoning Map.
SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION
451 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 404 WWW.SLC.GOV
P.O. BOX 145487, SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH 84114-5460 TEL 801.535.6230 FAX 801.535.6269
November 2, 2020
Lisa Shaffer (Nov 9, 2020 07:36 MST)
11/09/2020
11/09/2020
The property under
review is located at
the corner of
Highland Drive, an
arterial street, and
Zenith Avenue, a
local street. The
subject property is
“split zoned” with
the majority of the
property within the
CB (Community
Business) zoning
district and in the
Low Intensity -
Mixed Use land use
designation in the
Sugar House
Master Plan.
The eastern portion of the property, constituting approximately 54’ width and approximately
7,100 square feet is currently designated as R-1-7000 (Single-Family Residential) on the Zoning
Map and Low Density Residential on the Master Plan’s Future Land Use Map. The applicant
with Axis Architects is requesting an amendment on this 54’ portion of this property to match the
zoning map and future land use map designation on the western portion, with a CB (Community
Business) zoning district and Low Intensity – Mixed Use in the Sugar House Master Plan.
Figure 1: Amendment Location
Figure 2: Zoning Map Figure 3: Master Plan
PUBLIC PROCESS:
• The surrounding property owners within 300’ received an early notification by mail on
February 25th.
o Staff received multiple comments from the neighborhood which arefound in the
staff report in Attachment 3b. .
• Information concerning this petition was sent to the chair of the Sugar House Community
Council.
o The chair included the proposed amendments on their April 20th online meeting
and heard public comment during this meeting.
• Public Notification for the Open house was mailed to property owners and residents on
April 10th. The open house was held online on the Salt Lake City’s Planning webpage
and open for public comments from April 10 to April 24.
o No public comments were submitted during this open house.
• Public notification for the Planning Commission Hearing mailed May 1st to all neighbors
within 300’ of the proposed Master Plan and Zoning Map amendment site.
o There were a number of public comments received after the notices were sent.
Those comments were concerned with parking, open space, and height of the
potential development.
• The petition was heard by the Planning Commission on May 13th. The Planning
Commission forwarded a positive recommendation to the City Council regarding this
proposed alley vacation.
o There were multiple public comments heard from the public during this hearing.
The comments included concerns over increased traffic on Zenith Avenue,
potential aesthetics of the new development, the height differences allowed, green
space, and a buffer area between the different zoning districts.
EXHIBITS:
1) Project Chronology
2) Notice of City Council Hearing
3) Planning Commission Record
a) Original Notice and Post Mark
b) Planning Commission Staff Report of May 13, 2020
c) Planning Commission Agenda and Minutes of May 13, 2020
4) Petition Submitted by Applicant
5) Mailing List
SALT LAKE CITY ORDINANCE
No. _____ of 202_
(Amending the zoning of property located at approximately 2903 South Highland Drive
from R-1-7,000 Single Family Residential District to CB Commercial Business District, and
amending
the Sugar House Community Master Plan Future Land Use Map)
An ordinance amending the zoning map pertaining to property located at approximately
2903 South Highland Drive from R-1-7,000 Single Family Residential District to CB
Commercial Business District pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2020-00054, and amending the
Sugar House Community Master Plan Future Land Use Map pursuant to Petition No.
PLNPCM2020-00053.
WHEREAS, the Salt Lake City Planning Commission held a public hearing on May 13,
2020 on an application submitted by the Pierre Langue (“Applicant”) on behalf of the property
owner, Highland Row, LLC, to rezone property located at 2903 South Highland Drive (Tax ID
No. 16-29-236-002) (the “Property”) from R-1-7000 Single Family Residential District to CB
Commercial Business District pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2020-00054, and to amend the
Sugar House Community Master Plan Future Land Use Map with respect to that parcel from
Low Density Residential to Mixed Use – Low Intensity pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2020-
00053; and
WHEREAS, at its May 13, 2020 meeting, the planning commission voted in favor of
forwarding a positive recommendation to the Salt Lake City Council on said applications; and
WHEREAS, after a public hearing on this matter the city council has determined that
adopting this ordinance is in the city’s best interests.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah:
SECTION 1. Amending the Zoning Map. The Salt Lake City zoning map, as adopted
by the Salt Lake City Code, relating to the fixing of boundaries and zoning districts, shall be and
hereby is amended to reflect that the Property identified on Exhibit “A” attached hereto shall be
and hereby is rezoned from R-1-7000 Single Family Residential District to CB Commercial
Business District.
SECTION 2. Amending the Central Community Master Plan. The Future Land Use
Map of the Sugar House Community Master Plan shall be and hereby is amended to change the
future land use designation of the Property identified in Exhibit “A” from Low Density
Residential to Mixed Use – Low Intensity.
SECTION 3. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective on the date of its
first publication.
Passed by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, this ______ day of ______________,
202_.
______________________________
CHAIRPERSON
ATTEST AND COUNTERSIGN:
______________________________
CITY RECORDER
Transmitted to Mayor on _______________________.
Mayor's Action: _______Approved. _______Vetoed.
______________________________
MAYOR
______________________________
CITY RECORDER
(SEAL)
Bill No. ________ of 202_.
Published: ______________.
Ordinance amending zoning and MP 2903 S Highland
APPROVED AS TO FORM
Salt Lake City Attorney’s Office
Date:__________________________________
By: ___________________________________
Paul C. Nielson, Senior City Attorney
September 21, 2020
EXHIBIT “A”
Legal Description of Property to be Rezoned
and Subject to Sugar House Master Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment:
2903 South Highland Drive
Tax ID No. 16-29-236-002
CLERMONT SUBDIVISION. LOTS 1 TO 4 INCL & LOTS 60 BLK 1 CLERMONT SUB
TOGETHER WITH 1/2 VACATED ALLEYS ABUTTING SD LOTS 6110-2016 6110-2018
6186-1370 6251-0665 8331-0551
1. PROJECT CHRONOLOGY
2903 South Highland Drive Master Plan and Zoning Map Amendment
Project Chronology
Located at approximately 2903 S Highland Dr.
PLNPCM2020-00053; 00054
January 21, 2020 Master Plan and Zoning Amendment application received by the
City.
January 28, 2020 Petition assigned to and received by Nannette Larsen
February 27, 2020 Application deemed complete and forwarded project review to
applicable City departments.
February 25, 2020 Early Notification sent to neighbors located within 300’ of property
February 13, 2020 The Sugar House Community Council chair notified of the petition
and forwarded information.
April 10, 2020 Mailer noticing online public open house sent out. Open house
fact sheet is posted online.
April 20, 2020 Sugar House Community Council hears petition. Public comments
were heard and received during this online meeting.
April 22, 2020 Public comment received through email regarding building height,
setbacks, and open space.
April 24, 2020 Online public open house closes.
April 24, 2020 Received phone call from adjoining neighbor with concerns
regarding building height and parking.
May 1, 2020 Notice for Planning Commission Hearing mailed to property
owners and residents within 300’ of the subject property
May 8, 2020 Staff Report for Master Plan and Zoning Map amendment public
hearing posted online
May 4, 2020 Notice of Planning Commission Hearing posted at the property
May 13, 2020 Public comment received through email regarding maintaining the
property as a community gathering space and creative expression.
May 13, 2020 Public comment received through email regarding density and
traffic.
May 13, 2020 Planning Commission Public Hearing. Planning Commission
recommended approval to the City Council for the Master Plan
and Zoning Map amendments on the subject property.
2. NOTICE OF COUNCIL HEARING
3. PLANNING COMMISSION
a. Original Notice and Postmark
3. PLANNING COMMISSION
b. Staff Report, May 13, 2020
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PLANNING DIVISION
DEPARTMENT of COMMUNITY and NEIGHBORHOODS
Staff Report
To: Salt Lake City Planning Commission
From: Nannette Larsen, Principal Planner, 801-535-7645 or Nannette.larsen@slcgov.com
Date: May 13, 2020
Re: PLNPCM2020-00054/00053 – 2903 S. Highland Dr. Master Plan and Zoning Map Amendments
Master Plan and Zoning Map Amendments
PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2903 South Highland Drive
PARCEL ID: 16-29-236-002
MASTER PLAN: Sugar House – Mixed Use- Low Intensity/Low Density Residential (5-10 du/acre)
ZONING DISTRICT: CB/R-1-7,000 (Commercial Business/ Single Family Residential 7,000 Sq. Ft. Lots)
REQUEST: Salt Lake City received a request from, Pierre Langue with Axis Architects,
representing the property owner Highland Row LLC, for approval of an amendment to the
Sugar House Master Plan and the zoning map for a property located at approximately
2903 South Highland Drive. The proposal would rezone the eastern portion of the
property (approximately the eastern 55') from R-1-7000 (Single-Family Residential) to CB
(Community Business) and would amend the Sugar House Future Land Use Map from
Low Density Residential to Mixed Use – Low Intensity. The proposed Master Plan
amendment to Mixed Use – Low Intensity and rezone to CB is intended to accommodate
a future development on the entire property located at 2903 South Highland Drive.
The subject property is presently “split-zoned” with the majority (approximately 16,600
square feet) of the property currently zoned CB (Community Business) and has a Master
Plan land use designation of Mixed Use-Low Intensity. The remainder of the parcel
(~7,100 square feet) presently designated as R-1-7000 (Single Family Residential) on the
Zoning Map and as Low Density Residential on the Sugar House Future Land Use Map.
RECOMMENDATION: Based on the information in this staff report, Planning Staff recommends
that the Planning Commission forward a recommendation of approval to the City Council for
the proposed zoning map and master plan amendment.
ATTACHMENTS:
A.Applicant Submittal and Information
B.Zoning Map
C.Sugar House Future Land Use Map
D.Concept Plans
E.Site Photos
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The key considerations listed below have been identified through the analysis of the project, neighbor
and community input, and department review comments.
1.Consistency with Master Plan Policies
2.Zoning Compatibility with Adjacent Properties
3.Relevance of Applicant’s Concept Drawing and Site Plan
Consideration 1 – Consistency with Master Plan Policies
The property under review is part of the Sugar House Community Master Plan. This plan lays out
general land use policy guidelines for the community paired with more specific guidelines in the master
plan’s Future Land Use Map.
The stated purpose of the Sugar House Community Master Plan is to provide:
•“Policies to help protect the stable, well-kept residential neighborhoods of
Sugar House;
•And, policies that support the preservation of neighborhood character…”
The proposed amendments to the Master Plan maintains the purpose of the Sugar House Community
Master plan in that the proposed amendment will not alter the residential neighborhood by rezoning
the property to CB as the subject site has not been developed as a residential lot. Also, the proposed
amendment will allow for the continuation of a well-kept residential neighborhood by allowing for the
integration of a low-intensity use to buffer the residential area with the Highland Drive arterial street.
The proposed amended future land use on the eastern portion of the lot is Low-Intensity Mixed Use.
The Sugar House Master Plan defines this land use as:
“Low-Intensity Mixed Use allows an integration of residential with small business
uses, typically at ground floor levels. Height limits generally include one- and two-
story structures. The intent is to support more walkable community development
patterns located near transit lines and stops. Proposed development and land uses
within the Low-Intensity Mixed Use area must be compatible with the land uses and
architectural features surrounding each site.”
The master plan amendment to this future land use designation is appropriate as this land use allows
for, “an integration of residential with small business uses”, this limits the intensity of commercial areas
along Highland Drive and requires that the architecture of the building is compatible with the built
environment surrounding the site. The appropriate zoning district which meets the intent of the Low-
Intensity Mixed Use land use is the CB district. The purpose of the CB (Commercial Business) zoning
district is to, “provide for the close integration of moderately sized commercial areas with adjacent
residential neighborhoods”.
The Sugar House Master Plan addresses nonconforming properties, as the subject property is, and the
process of converting them to commercial uses. It recommends that the City is cautious in rezoning
these types of properties and that, “each one should be considered on its own merits, with the public
and surroundings residents given the opportunity to provide input into the decision-making process”.
The surrounding property owners and interested parties in the Sugar House Community were given
the opportunity to voice their concerns or support of this project. The feedback City Staff received is
attached to this report as Attachment J. As previously stated, it appeared the majority of the concerns
expressed included building height and availability of on-street parking. These concerns are addressed
in Key Consideration 2 of this report.
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due to the location of the subject site, the amendments will meet the intent of the CB zoning district by
acting as a, “integration zone between moderately sized commercial areas and residential
neighborhoods”.
Further, the building standards of the single-family residential properties to the east are generally
similar to the CB zoning district. The height, setbacks, and parking have similar restrictions, and the
difference between the grading of the subject site and the properties to the north further minimize those
differences. Additionally, the CB zoning district requires certain design elements, such as providing a
similar roofline along to the block face, 40% ground floor glass, one building entrance per 40’ of
building façade, a 15’ maximum blank wall length, and screening all mechanical equipment.
NEXT STEPS:
A recommendation of approval or denial by the Planning Commission will result in the proposed
Master Plan and Zoning Map amendment to be sent to the City Council for a final decision.
Master Plan and Zone Amendment Approval
If the master plan and zone amendment is approved, the applicant will be permitted to build for any
use allowed in the CB zone on the site. A list of uses allowed by the zone is included in this report as
Attachment G. The developer will need to obtain a building permit for any development and will need
to comply with the necessary zoning standards, including buffering where the property is adjacent to
single-family zones
Master Plan and Zone Amendment Denial
If the master plan and zone amendment is denied, a portion of the property will remain zoned R-1-
7000, Single Family Residential. This zone allows the development to build one single-family
dwelling on the property at a maximum. Or, the property could continue to be used as a parking lot
or developed for other uses allowed in the R-1-7000 zone. The remaining portion of the site will still
be able to be developed as the existing CB zoning allows.
ATTACHMENT A: APPLICANT SUBMITTAL AND
INFORMATION
ATTACHMENT D: CONCEPT PLANS
3.Maximum exterior wall height adjacent to interior side yards shall be twenty feet (20')
for exterior walls placed at the building setback established by the minimum required
yard. Exterior wall height may increase one foot (1') (or fraction thereof) in height for
each foot (or fraction thereof) of increased setback beyond the minimum required
interior side yard. If an exterior wall is approved with a reduced setback through a
special exception, variance or other process, the maximum allowable exterior wall
height decreases by one foot (1') (or fraction thereof) for each foot (or fraction
thereof) that the wall is located closer to the property line than the required side yard
setback.
a.Lots with cross slopes where the topography slopes, the downhill exterior wall
height may be increased by one-half foot (0.5') for each one foot (1') difference
between the elevation of the average grades on the uphill and downhill faces of the
building.
b.Exceptions:
(1)Gable Walls: Walls at the end of a pitched roof may extend to a height
necessary to support the roof structure except that the height of the top of
the widest portion of the gable wall must conform to the maximum wall
height limitation described in this section.
(2)Dormer Walls: Dormer walls are exempt from the maximum exterior wall
height if:
(A)The width of a dormer is ten feet (10') or less; and
(B)The total combined width of dormers is less than or equal to fifty
percent (50%) of the length of the building facade facing the interior
side yard; and
(C)Dormers are spaced at least eighteen inches (18") apart.
4.Building height for initial construction of a building shall be measured as the vertical
distance between the top of the roof and the established grade at any given point of
building coverage. Building height for any subsequent structural modification or
addition to a building shall be measured from finished grade existing at the time a
building permit is requested. Building height for the R-1 districts, R-2 District and
SR districts is defined and illustrated in chapter 21A.62 of this title.
5.Where buildings are stepped to accommodate the slope of terrain, each step shall
have a horizontal dimension of at least twelve feet (12').
6.a. For properties outside of the H Historic Preservation Overlay District, additional
building height may be granted as a special exception by the Planning Commission
subject to the special exception standards in chapter 21A.52 of this title and if the
proposed building height is in keeping with the development pattern on the block
face. The Planning Commission will approve, approve with conditions, or deny the
request pursuant to chapter 21A.52 of this title.
b.Requests for additional building height for properties located in an H Historic
Preservation Overlay District shall be reviewed by the Historic Landmarks
Commission which may grant such requests subject to the provisions of section
21A.34.020 of this title.
E.Minimum Yard Requirements:
1.Front Yard: The minimum depth of the front yard for all principal buildings shall be
equal to the average of the front yards of existing buildings within the block face.
Where there are no existing buildings within the block face, the minimum depth
shall be twenty feet (20'). Where the minimum front yard is specified in the
recorded subdivision plat, the requirement specified on the plat shall prevail. For
Alcohol, bar establishment (2,500 square feet or less in floor area)
Alcohol, brewpub (2,500 square feet or less in floor area)
Alcohol, tavern (2,500 square feet or less in floor area)
Animal, veterinary office
Art gallery
Artisan food production (2,500 square feet or less in floor area)
Bed and breakfast inn
Bed and breakfast manor
Clinic (medical, dental)
Commercial food preparation
Community garden C C C C C
Community recreation center
Crematorium
Daycare center, adult
Daycare center, child C22 C22
Daycare, nonregistered home daycare P22 P22 P22 P22 P22
Daycare, registered home daycare or preschool P22 P22 P22 P22 P22
Dwelling, accessory guest and servant's quarter P11 P11 P11
Dwelling, accessory unit C C C C C
Dwelling, assisted living facility (large)
Dwelling, assisted living facility (limited capacity) C C C C C
Dwelling, assisted living facility (small)
Dwelling; dormitory, fraternity, sorority
Dwelling, group home (large)14
Dwelling, group home (small)15 P P P P P
Dwelling, manufactured home P P P P P
Dwelling, multi-family
Dwelling, residential support (large)16
Dwelling, residential support (small)17
Dwelling, rooming (boarding) house
Dwelling, single-family (attached)
Dwelling, single-family (detached) P P P P P
Dwelling, twin home and two-family
Eleemosynary facility C C C C C
Financial institution
Funeral home
Governmental facility C C C C C
Home occupation P24 P24 P24 P24 P24
Laboratory (medical, dental, optical)
Library
Mixed use development
Mobile food business (operation on private property)
Municipal service use, including City utility use and police and fire
station C C C C C
Museum
Nursing care facility
Office, excluding medical and dental clinic and office
Open space on lots less than 4 acres in size P P P P P
Park P P P P P
Parking, off site (to support nonconforming uses in a residential
zone or uses in the CN or CB Zones)
Parking, park and ride lot shared with existing use P P
Place of worship on lots less than 4 acres in size C C C C C
Reception center
Recreation (indoor)
Restaurant
Restaurant with drive- through facility
Retail goods establishment
Retail goods establishment, plant and garden shop with outdoor
retail sales area
Retail service establishment
School, music conservatory
School, professional and vocational
School, seminary and religious institute C C C C C
Seasonal farm stand
Studio, art
Temporary use of closed schools and churches C23 C23 C23 C23 C23
Theater, live performance
Theater, movie
Urban farm P P P P P
Utility, building or structure P5 P5 P5 P5 P5
Utility, transmission wire, line, pipe or pole P5 P5 P5 P5 P5
Wireless telecommunications facility (see section 21A 40.090,
table 21A.40.090E of this title)
Qualifying provisions:
1.A single apartment unit may be located above first floor retail/office.
2.Provided that no more than 2 two-family buildings are located adjacent to one another and no more than 3
such dwellings are located along the same block face (within subdivisions approved after April 12, 1995).
3.Must contain retail component for on-site food sales.
4. Reserved.
5.See subsection 21A.02.050B of this title for utility regulations.
6.Building additions on lots less than 20,000 square feet for office uses may not exceed 50 percent of the
building's footprint. Building additions greater than 50 percent of the building's footprint or new office building
construction are subject to a design review.
7.Subject to conformance to the provisions in section 21A.02.050 of this title.
8.Subject to conformance with the provisions of subsection 21A.24.010S of this title.
9.Subject to conformance with the provisions in section 21A.36.300, "Alcohol Related Establishments", of this
title.
10.In the RB Zoning District, the total square footage, including patio space, shall not exceed 2,200 square feet
in total. Total square footage will include a maximum 1,750 square feet of floor space within a business and a
maximum of 450 square feet in an outdoor patio area.
11.Accessory guest or servant's quarters must be located within the buildable area on the lot.
12.Subject to conformance with the provisions of section 21A.36.150 of this title.
13.Prohibited within 1,000 feet of a Single- or Two-Family Zoning District.
14.No large group home shall be located within 800 feet of another group home.
15.No small group home shall be located within 800 feet of another group home.
16.No large residential support shall be located within 800 feet of another residential support.
17.No small residential support shall be located within 800 feet of another residential support.
18.Large group homes established in the RB and RO Districts shall be located above the ground floor.
19.Small group homes established in the RB and RO Districts shall be located above the ground floor.
20.Large residential support established in RO Districts shall be located above the ground floor.
21.Small residential support established in RO Districts shall be located above the ground floor.
22.Subject to section 21A.36.130 of this title.
23.Subject to section 21A.36.170 of this title.
24.Subject to section 21A.36.030 of this title.
ATTACHMENT G: CB ZONING STANDARDS
21A.26.030: CB COMMUNITY BUSINESS DISTRICT:
A.Purpose Statement: The CB Community Business District is intended to provide for the
close integration of moderately sized commercial areas with adjacent residential
neighborhoods. The design guidelines are intended to facilitate retail that is pedestrian in
its orientation and scale, while also acknowledging the importance of transit and
automobile access to the site.
B.Uses: Uses in the CB Community Business District as specified in section 21A.33.030,
"Table Of Permitted And Conditional Uses For Commercial Districts", of this title are
permitted subject to the general provisions set forth in section 21A.26.010 of this chapter
and this section.
C.Planned Development Review: Planned developments, which meet the intent of the
ordinance, but not the specific design criteria outlined in the following subsections, may be
approved by the Planning Commission pursuant to the provisions of chapter 21A.55 of this
title.
D.Lot Size Requirements: No minimum lot area or lot width is required, however any lot
exceeding four (4) acres in size shall be allowed only through the design review process
(chapter 21A.59 of this title).
E.Building Size Limits: Buildings in excess of seven thousand five hundred (7,500) gross
square feet of floor area for a first floor footprint or in excess of fifteen thousand
(15,000) gross square feet floor area overall, shall be allowed only through the design
review process (chapter 21A.59 of this title). An unfinished basement used only for
storage or parking shall be allowed in addition to the total square footage. In addition
to the design review standards in chapter 21A.59 of this title, the Planning
Commission shall also consider the following standards:
1.Compatibility: The proposed height and width of new buildings and additions shall
be visually compatible with buildings found on the block face.
2.Roofline: The roof shape of a new building or addition shall be similar to roof
shapes found on the block face.
3.Vehicular Access: New buildings and additions shall provide a continuous street
wall of buildings with minimal breaks for vehicular access.
4.Facade Design: Facade treatments should be used to break up the mass of larger
buildings so they appear to be multiple, smaller scale buildings. Varied rooflines,
varied facade planes, upper story step backs, and lower building heights for portions
of buildings next to less intensive zoning districts may be used to reduce the
apparent size of the building.
5.Buffers: When located next to low density residential uses, the Planning
Commission may require larger setbacks, landscape buffers and/or fencing than
what are required by this title if the impacts of the building mass and location of the
building on the site create noise, light trespass or impacts created by parking and
service areas.
6.Step Backs: When abutting single-story development and/or a public street, the
Planning Commission may require that any story above the ground story be stepped
back from the building foundation at grade to address compatibility issues with the
other buildings on the block face and/or uses.
F.Minimum Yard Requirements:
1.Front Or Corner Side Yard: No minimum yard is required. If a front yard is
provided, it shall comply with all provisions of this title applicable to front or corner
side yards, including landscaping, fencing, and obstructions.
2.Interior Side Yard: None required.
3.Rear Yard: Ten feet (10').
4.Buffer Yards: Any lot abutting a lot in a Residential District shall conform to the
buffer yard requirements of chapter 21A.48 of this title.
5.Accessory Buildings And Structures In Yards: Accessory buildings and structures
may be located in a required yard subject to section 21A.36.020, table 21A.36.020B
of this title.
6.Maximum Setback: A maximum setback is required for at least seventy five percent
(75%) of the building facade. The maximum setback is fifteen feet (15'). Exceptions
to this requirement may be authorized through the design review process, subject
to the requirements of chapter 21A.59 of this title, and the review and approval of
the Planning Commission. The Planning Director, in consultation with the
Transportation Director, may modify this requirement if the adjacent public
sidewalk is substandard and the resulting modification to the setback results in a
more efficient public sidewalk. The Planning Director may waive this requirement
for any addition, expansion, or intensification, which increases the floor area or
parking requirement by less than fifty percent (50%) if the Planning Director finds
the following:
a.The architecture of the addition is compatible with the architecture of the
original structure or the surrounding architecture.
b.The addition is not part of a series of incremental additions intended to subvert
the intent of the ordinance.
Appeal of administrative decision is to the Planning Commission.
7.Parking Setback: Surface parking is prohibited in a front or corner side yard.
Surface parking lots within an interior side yard shall maintain a twenty foot (20')
landscape setback from the front property line or be located behind the primary
structure. Parking structures shall maintain a thirty five foot (35') minimum
setback from a front or corner side yard property line or be located behind the
primary structure. There are no minimum or maximum setback restrictions on
underground parking. The Planning Director may modify or waive this
requirement if the Planning Director finds the following:
a.The parking is compatible with the architecture/design of the original
structure or the surrounding architecture.
b.The parking is not part of a series of incremental additions intended to
subvert the intent of the ordinance.
c.The horizontal landscaping is replaced with vertical screening in the form of
berms, plant materials, architectural features, fencing and/or other forms of
screening.
d.The landscaped setback is consistent with the surrounding neighborhood
character.
e.The overall project is consistent with section 21A.59.050 of this title.
Appeal of administrative decision is to the Planning Commission.
Clinic (medical, dental) P P P P P P
Commercial food preparation P P P P P P
Community correctional facility, large
Community correctional facility, small C7,21
Community garden P P P P P P P
Contractor's yard/office C P
Crematorium C C C C
Daycare center, adult P P P P P P
Daycare center, child P P P P P P
Daycare, nonregistered home daycare or preschool P22 P22 P22 P22 P22 P22 P22
Daycare, registered home daycare or preschool P22 P22 P22 P22 P22 P22 P22
Dwelling:
Assisted living facility (large) P P P P
Assisted living facility (small) P P P P
Group home (large)17 P C C
Group home (small) when located above or below first
story office, retail, or commercial use, or on the first story
where the unit is not located adjacent to street frontage18
P P P P P P P
Living quarter for caretaker or security guard P P P P P P
Manufactured home P
Multi-family P P P P P P
Residential support (large)19 C C
Residential support (small)20 C C
Rooming (boarding) house P P P P P
Single-family attached P
Single-family detached P
Single room occupancy
Twin home P
Two-family P
Eleemosynary facility P
Equipment rental (indoor and/or outdoor) P P
Farmers' market C C P P
Financial institution P P P P P P
Financial institution with drive-through facility P9 P9 P9 P9 P9
Flea market (indoor) P P P P
Flea market (outdoor) P
Funeral home P P P P
Gas station C P P P P
Government facility C C C C C C
Government facility requiring special design features for
security purposes P P P P P P
Home occupation P23 P23 P23 P23 P23 P23 P23
Homeless resource center C25
Homeless shelter C25
Hotel/motel C P P P
House museum in landmark sites (see subsection 21A.24.010S
of this title) C
Impound lot C12
Industrial assembly P
Intermodal transit passenger hub P
Laboratory (medical, dental, optical) P P P
Laboratory, testing P P P
Large wind energy system P P P
Laundry, commercial P
Library P P P P P P C
Limousine service (large) P
Limousine service (small) C C P
Manufactured/mobile home sales and service P
Mixed use development P P P P P P P13
Mobile food business (operation on private property) P P P P P P
Municipal service uses, including City utility uses and police and
fire stations C C C C C C
Museum P P P P P P P
Nursing care facility P P P
Office P P P P P P P15
Office, single practitioner medical, dental, and health P
Offices and reception centers in landmark sites (see subsection
21A.24.010S of this title) C
Open space P P P P P P
Open space on lots less than 4 acres in size P
Park P P P P P P P
Parking:
Commercial C P P
Off site C P P P P P
Park and ride lot C C P P
Park and ride lot shared with existing use P P P P P
Place of worship on lot less than 4 acres in size P P P P P P C
Radio, television station P P P P
Reception center P P P P P
Recreation (indoor) P P P P P P P
Recreation (outdoor) C C P
Recreational vehicle park (minimum 1 acre) C
Recycling collection station P P P P P P
Research and development facility
Restaurant P P P P P P
Restaurant with drive-through facility P9 P9 P9 P9 P9
Retail goods establishment P P P P P P P
Plant and garden shop with outdoor retail sales area P P P P P P P
With drive-through facility P9 P9 P9 P9 P9
Retail service establishment P P P P P P P
Furniture repair shop C P P P P P
With drive-through facility P9 P9 P9 P9 P9
Reverse vending machine P P P P P P
Sales and display (outdoor) P P P P P P
School:
College or university P P P P P
Music conservatory P P P P P
Professional and vocational P P P P P
Seminary and religious institute P P P P P C
Seasonal farm stand P P P P P P
Sexually oriented business P5
Sign painting/fabrication P
Small brewery C P
Solar array P
Storage (outdoor) C P
Storage, public (outdoor) C P
Storage, self P P
Store:
Department P P
Mass merchandising P P P
Pawnshop P
Specialty P P P P
Superstore and hypermarket P P
Warehouse club P
Studio, art P P P P P P P
Studio, motion picture P
Taxicab facility P
Theater, live performance P12 P12 P12 P12 P12
Theater, movie C P P P P
Urban farm P P P P P P
Utility, building or structure P2 P2 P2 P2 P2 P2 P2
Utility, transmission wire, line, pipe, or pole P2 P2 P2 P2 P2 P2 P2
Vehicle:
Auction P
Automobile repair (major) P P
Automobile repair (minor) C P P P P P
Automobile sales/rental and service P P
Automobile salvage and recycling (indoor) P
Boat/recreational vehicle sales and service P P
Truck repair (large) P
Truck sales and rental (large) P P
Vending cart, private property P
Warehouse P P
Welding shop P
Wholesale distribution P P
Wireless telecommunications facility (see section 21A.40.090,
table 21A.40.090E of this title) C
Qualifying provisions:
1.Development in the CS District shall be subject to planned development approval pursuant to the provisions of chapter 21A.55
of this title. Certain developments in the CSHBD Zone shall be subject to the design review process pursuant to the
provisions of subsection 21A.26.060D and chapter 21A.59 of this title.
2.Subject to conformance to the provisions in subsection 21A.02.050B of this title for utility regulations.
3. When located in a building listed on the Salt Lake City register of cultural resources (see subsections 21A.24.010S and
21A.26.010K of this title).
4.Subject to Salt Lake Valley Health Department approval.
5.Pursuant to the requirements set forth in section 21A.36.140 of this title.
6.Greater than 3 ambulances at location require a conditional use.
7. A community correctional facility is considered an institutional use and any such facility located within an Airport Noise
Overlay Zone is subject to the land use and sound attenuation standards for institutional uses of the applicable Airport
Overlay Zone within chapter 21A.34 of this title.
8.No check cashing/payday loan business shall be located closer than 1/2 mile of other check cashing/payday loan businesses.
9.Subject to conformance to the provisions in section 21A.40.060 of this title for drive-through use regulations.
10. Subject to conformance with the provisions in section 21A.36.300, "Alcohol Related Establishments", of this title.
11. In CN and CB Zoning Districts, the total square footage, including patio space, shall not exceed 2,200 square feet in total.
Total square footage will include a maximum 1,750 square feet of floor space within a business and a maximum of 450
square feet in an outdoor patio area.
12.Prohibited within 1,000 feet of a Single- or Two-Family Zoning District.
13.Residential units may be located above or below first floor retail/office.
14. In the SNB Zoning District, bed and breakfast use is only allowed in a landmark site.
15.Medical and dental offices are not allowed in the SNB Zoning District, except for single practitioner medical, dental and
health offices.
16.Permitted in the CG Zoning District only when associated with an on site food service establishment.
17. No large group home shall be located within 800 feet of another group home.
18.No small group home shall be located within 800 feet of another group home.
19.No large residential support shall be located within 800 feet of another residential support.
20.No small residential support shall be located within 800 feet of another residential support.
21.Prohibited within 1/2 mile of any Residential Zoning District boundary and subject to section 21A.36.110 of this title.
22. Subject to section 21A.36.130 of this title.
23.Allowed only within legal conforming single-family, duplex, and multi-family dwellings and subject to section 21A.36.030 of
this title.
24.Must contain retail component for on-site food sales.
25.Subject to conformance with the provisions of section 21A.36.350 of this title, the City may not prohibit construction of a
homeless resource center or homeless shelter if the site is approved by and receives funding through the State Homeless
Coordinating Committee, with the concurrence of the Housing and Community Development Division within the
Department of Workforce Services, in accordance with section 35A-8-604 of the Utah Code.
ATTACHMENT J: PUBLIC PROCESS AND COMMENTS
Public Notice, Meetings, Comments
The following is a list of public meetings that have been held, and other public input opportunities, related
to the proposed project:
PUBLIC PROCESS AND INPUT
Timeline
• The application was submitted on January 21, 2020.
• Notice of the proposal, and request for input, was provided to the Sugar House Community
Council on February 13, 2020.
o The Sugar House Community Council met on April 20th, 2020 to discuss this project.
o The project was posted on the Sugar House Community Council website and interested
parties were welcome to comment on the project.
The comments received on their website are attached to this staff report.
• The concerns expressed during the public comments period are
addressed in Key Consideration 2 of this report.
An email from the Sugar House Community Council’s Land Use Chair is included
in this Staff Report.
• The Community Council is recommended approval with no concerns for
the proposed Master Plan and Zoning Map Amendments.
• Early Notification mailings were sent out on February 25, 2020 to property owners and residents
within 300’ of all four corners of the project site.
o Emails were received by interested parties and are included in this Staff Report.
• Public notice of the Planning Commission hearing was mailed to property owners and residents
within 300’ of the subject site.
• A public notice sign was posted on both frontages of the subject site on May 8, 2020. No further
public comments were received before this report was finalized.
COMMENTS 2903 HIGHLAND DRIVE
Diane Miller Downhour wordpress@www.sugarhousecouncil.org via sendgrid.net
From: Diane Miller Downhour
Subject: 2903 Highland Drive Website Feedback
UGH! Another high density housing unit in the Sugarhouse area, already flooded with high density
housing. As a resident who has lived in this area for nearly 30 years I VOTE NO. Please put an END to
the endless, mindless, ugly apartment/condo building that is currently oversaturating the Sugarhouse
area. The traffic and congestion is unbearable. STOP turning Sugarhouse into a ghetto.
From: Ben Burdett
Subject: 2903 Highland Drive Website Feedback
Do we really need more high priced apartments? If there were some comments about mixed use
residential with some percentage of affordable housing units, I think it would be more palatable.
I recognize that the future of our area is going to include a larger percentage of high density housing; but
it also needs to include additional retail intermixed with affordable housing.
We also need to consider green space. This appears to have no green space and no allowance for
pleasant walkable areas.
2309 Highland Drive: not sure how I feel about this one. It is a really nice lot with great potential.
Sue Watson
Sent from my iPad
Kathleen S henriod wordpress@www.sugarhousecouncil.org via sendgrid.net
to me
From: Kathleen S henriod
Subject: 2903 Highland Drive Website Feedback
NO, NO, NO, NO. I Love this neighborhood . I do not want any more development. That is why we
voted not to become part of Millcreek. We want to keep our community. I will do almost anything to
prevent further encroachment on our lives. NO, NO NO. Sugarhouse has been destroyed and it must
stop somewhere.
From:Chris Gamvroulas
To:Larsen Nannette
Cc:Norris Nick; Otto Rachel; Suzanne Thomas; Fowler Amy
Subject:RE: (EXTERNAL) 2903 South Highland Drive Master Plan and Zoning Map Amendment
Date:Friday, May 8, 2020 12:45:57 PM
Nannette:
Thanks for the follow up. Yes, you may make the email part of the public record. I’ve also attached some photos that you can share with the
planning commission and city council to demonstrate the situation created by not including meaningful open space for pets within the
Moda project. Of the three issues I mentioned in my email, this is, believe it or not, the most frustrating. Best,
Best,
Chris P. Gamvroulas
Ivory Development
www.ivoryhomes.com
This email message and attachments (if any) are RESTRICTED, CONFIDENTIAL, may be subject to a LEGAL PRIVILEGE, and are sent in trust intended solely for the recipient to
whom addressed. Unauthorized use, access, copying, disclosure, dissemination, distribution, or other form of reproduction of this information is strictly prohibited. If you are
not the intended recipient, please immediately notify me by electronic message or telephone and kindly delete the message permanently from your system.
Thank you
1
Larsen, Nannette
From:Bruce Robertson
Sent:Wednesday, May 13, 2020 5:34 PM
To:Larsen, Nannette
Subject:(EXTERNAL) PLNPCM2020-00054 and PLNPCM2020-00053
Dear Amy Fowler and Nannette Larsen:
My name is Bruce Robertson. I am the Executive Director of the Visual Art Institute located in the building 2901/2903
South Highland Drive. We are Utah's oldest nonprofit art organization dedicated to serving youth through visual art. We
have been in this building and location for 8.5 years. It was our intention to purchase and expand the current building to
better accommodate the public and community with a beautiful, creative gathering place. We partner with many
community organizations, and serve youth and adults by providing opportunities for creative expression. In our 42 year
history we have worked with thousands of children and hundreds of adults. We offer classes in drawing, oil painting,
watercolor painting, ceramics, sculpture, digital arts, stained glass, and figure drawing to name but a few of the
offerings. We had begun to raise the funds to purchase the building to continue our mission which is to
nurture creative expression, teaches imagination and fosters artistic development through in-depth
study and experimentation, inspiring individuality and confidence regardless of age or ability.
We think the community needs a safe haven for creative expression more than it needs a row of
town homes along Highland Drive. The master plan for this area and business district is to give this
area a real facelift and make this a community gathering space.
I just learned of this meeting or I would have reached out earlier.
I would appreciate this space not being converted to more housing.
Sincerely,
Bruce D. Robertson
Executive Director, Visual Art Institute
1
Larsen, Nannette
From:Kristopher Shampeny
Sent:Wednesday, May 13, 2020 5:50 PM
To:Larsen, Nannette
Subject:(EXTERNAL) zoning changes at 2903 S Highland
Hi Nannette, you were listed as the contact during tonight’s hearing about rezoning 2903 S
Highland Dr. As a resident of the neighborhood, less than 2 blocks away, I’d like to speak out
against another apt/multi unit complex in the area. This is a predominantly single family,
residential neighborhood and we’d like to keep it that way. One note able reason involves traffic -
we live on Zenith Ave and cars frequently speed down our busy street already. Adding more density
will only increase the traffic, accidents and population density. The relevant case numbers were
listed as PLNPCM2020-00054 and PLNPCM2020-00053.
Thank you for your consideration,
Kris
‐‐
Kris Shampeny NTG Women's Assistant Coach
3. PLANNING COMMISSION
c. Agenda & Minutes, May 13, 2020
SALT LAKE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
This meeting will be an electronic meeting pursuant to Salt Lake City Emergency
Proclamation No. 2 of 2020 (2)(b)
May 13, 2020 at 5:30 p.m.
(The order of the items may change at the Commission’s discretion)
This Meeting will not have an anchor location at the City and County Building. Commission Members
will connect remotely. We want to make sure everyone interested in the Planning Commission meetings
can still access the meetings how they feel most comfortable. If you are interested in watching the Planning
Commission meetings, they are available on the following platforms:
• YouTube: www.youtube.com/slclivemeetings
• SLCtv Channel 17 Live: www.slctv.com/livestream/SLCtv-Live/2
If you are interested in participating during the Public Hearing portion of the meeting or provide general
comments, email; planning.comments@slcgov.com or connect with us on Webex at:
• http://tiny.cc/slc-pc-05132020
Instructions for using Webex will be provided on our website at SLC.GOV/Planning
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING WILL BEGIN AT 5:30 PM
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR APRIL 22, 2020
REPORT OF THE CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Conditional Use ADU at approximately 1020 S Lincoln Street - Andrea Palmer, property owner
representative, is requesting Conditional Use approval for a detached 425 square feet accessory
dwelling unit (ADU) on a property located at approximately 1020 S Lincoln Street. The property is
zoned R-1/5,000 Single Family Residential and is located within Council District 5, represented by
Darin Mano. (Staff Contact: Linda Mitchell at (801) 535-7751 or linda.mitchell@slcgov.com) Case
number PLNPCM2019-01079
2. Conditional Use ADU at approximately 1371 South 500 East - Alexis Suggs, property owner
representative, is requesting Conditional Use approval for a detached 650 square foot accessory
dwelling unit (ADU) on a property located at approximately 1371 South 500 East. The property is
zoned R-1/5,000 Single Family Residential and is located within Council District 5, represented by
Darin Mano. (Staff Contact: Linda Mitchell at (801) 535-7751 or linda.mitchell@slcgov.com) Case
number PLNPCM2019-01147
3. Conditional Use ADU at approximately 613 S Emery Street - Andrea Palmer, representing the
property owner, is requesting Conditional Use approval for a detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) at
approximately 613 S Emery Street. The applicant is proposing a one-bedroom structure with a building
footprint of approximately 432 square feet. The structure will be approximately 11 feet 8 inches in height
and located in the rear of the lot. The property is zoned R-1/5000 Single-Family Residential and is located
within Council District 2, represented by Andrew Johnston. (Staff Contact: Mayara Lima at (801) 535-7118
or mayara.lima@slcgov.com) Case number PLNPCM2020-00107
4. Zephyr Lofts Design Review at approximately 360 West 200 South - Micah Peters, property
owner, is requesting Design Review approval for a 138-unit apartment building on a 0.73-acre lot
located at approximately 360 W 200 S in the D-4 – Downtown Secondary Central Business
District. The building is proposed to be eighty-five feet tall. Buildings in excess of seventy-five feet
tall in the D-4 district are allowed through the Design Review process with Planning Commission
approval. The subject property is located within Council District 4, represented by Ana Valdemoros.
(Staff Contact: David J. Gellner at (801) 535-6107 or david.gellner@slcgov.com) Case number
PLNPCM2020-00067
5. Crossing at 9th Design Review at approximately 880, 876, & 866 West 200 South and 181, 175,
151, 153, & 141 South 900 West – Gary Knapp, with JZW Architects, representing the property
owner, is requesting approval of modifications to the design standards to construct a new mixed-use
development at 880, 876, & 866 West 200 South and 181, 175, 151, 153, & 141 South 900 West.
The standards proposed to be modified include the maximum length of a street-facing facade (360'
where 200' would be required) and the maximum spacing between operable building entrances (50'
where 40' would be required). The project site is located in the TSA-UN-T (Transit Station Area Urban
Neighborhood- Transitional) zoning district and is located within Council District 2, represented by
Andrew Johnston (Staff Contact: Eric Daems at (801) 535-7236 or eric.daems@slcgov.com) Case
number PLNPCM2020-00015
6. Granary on 9th Planned Development at approximately 110 West 900 South – Alec Harwin of
Sojourn Development SLC. LLC, is requesting Planned Development approval petition for a proposed
mixed-use development at approximately 110 West 900 South. The proposal includes two separate
principal buildings with a total of 19 residential units and two commercial units. The buildings will be
approximately 40 feet tall. The reason for planned development review is for vehicles backing into
the adjacent alley and for vehicle parking occupying more than 25 percent of the front facade
length. The site is located within Council District 4, represented by Ana Valdemoros (Staff contact:
Casey Stewart at (801) 535-6260 or casey.stewart@slcgov.com) Case number PLNSUB2019-
01033
7. Azure Place Planned Development and Preliminary Subdivision at approximately 637 North
300 West, 641 North 300 West and 642 N Pugsley Street - Paul Garbett of Garbett Homes, the
property owner, is requesting approval for a new residential development at 637 N 300 West, 641 N
300 West and 642 N Pugsley Street. The request is to consolidate the three parcels and subdivide
the property to create 29 residential three-story townhomes. The proposed project is subject to the
following applications:
a. Planned Development – The Planned Development approval is needed to address the lack
of street frontage and any modifications to the MU (Mixed Use) zoning regulations. Case
number PLNSUB2020-00074
b. Preliminary Subdivision - A preliminary plat is necessary to consolidate the existing three
parcels and create individual new lots. Case number PLNSUB2020-00073
The site is located within Council District 3, represented by Chris Wharton. (Staff Contact: Katia Pace
at (801) 535 6354 or katia.pace@slcgov.com)
8. Master Plan and Zoning Map Amendment at approximately 2903 South Highland Drive - Pierre
Langue with Axis Architects, representing the property owner Highland Row LLC, is requesting to
amend the Sugarhouse Master Plan and the zoning map for a property located at approximately 2903
South Highland Drive. The proposal would rezone the eastern portion of the property (approximately
the eastern 55') from R-1-7000 (Single-Family Residential) to CB (Community Business) and amend
the Sugar House Future Land Use Map from Low Density Residential to Mixed Use – Low Intensity.
The proposed master plan amendment to Mixed Use – Low Intensity and rezone to CB is intended
to accommodate a future development on the entire property located at 2903 South Highland Drive.
The site is located within Council District 7, represented by Amy Fowler. (Staff Contact: Nannette
Larsen at (801) 535-7645 or nannette.larsen@slcgov.com) Case numbers PLNPCM2020-00054
and PLNPCM2020-00053
For Planning Commission agendas, staff reports, and minutes, visit the Planning Division’s website at slc.gov/planning/public-
meetings. Staff Reports will be posted the Friday prior to the meeting and minutes will be posted two days after they are ratified,
which usually occurs at the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning Commission.
Salt Lake City Planning Commission May 13, 2020
SALT LAKE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
This meeting was held electronically pursuant to Salt Lake City Emergency Proclamation
No. 2 of 2020 (2)(b)
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
A roll is being kept of all who attended the Planning Commission Meeting. The meeting was called to
order at 5:40:34 PM. Audio recordings of the Planning Commission meetings are retained for a period
of time.
Present for the Planning Commission meeting were: Chairperson Adrienne Bell, Vice Chairperson
Brenda Scheer; Commissioners Maurine Bachman, Amy Barry, Jon Lee, Matt Lyon, Andres Paredes,
Sara Urquhart and Crystal Young-Otterstrom. Commissioner Carolynn Hoskins was excused.
Planning Staff members present at the meeting were: Nick Norris, Planning Division Director; Molly
Robinson, Planning Manager; John Anderson, Planning Manager; Paul Nielson, Attorney; Linda Mitchell,
Principal Planner; Mayara Lima, Principal Planner; David Gellner, Principal Planner; Eric Daems, Senior
Planner; Casey Stewart, Senior Planner; Nannette Larsen, Principal Planner; and Marlene Rankins,
Administrative Secretary.
Molly Robinson, Planning Manager, provided participation options and instructions to the public.
APPROVAL OF THE APRIL 22, 2020, MEETING MINUTES. 5:44:11 PM
MOTION 5:44:25 PM
Commissioner Lyon moved to approve the April 22, 2020, meeting minutes.
Commissioner Lee seconded the motion. Commissioners Bachman, Barry, Lee, Lyon, Paredes,
Scheer, Urquhart, and Young-Otterstrom voted “Aye”. The motion passed unanimously.
REPORT OF THE CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR 5:45:19 PM
Chairperson Bell stated she had nothing to report.
Vice Chairperson Scheer stated she had nothing to report.
REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR 5:45:30 PM
Molly Robinson, Planning Manager, stated she had nothing to report.
Salt Lake City Planning Commission May 13, 2020
9:30:30 PM
Master Plan and Zoning Map Amendment at approximately 2903 South Highland Drive -
Pierre Langue with Axis Architects, representing the property owner Highland Row LLC, is requesting
to amend the Sugarhouse Master Plan and the zoning map for a property located at approximately
2903 South Highland Drive. The proposal would rezone the eastern portion of the property
(approximately the eastern 55') from R-1-7000 (Single-Family Residential) to CB (Community
Business) and amend the Sugar House Future Land Use Map from Low Density Residential to Mixed
Use – Low Intensity. The proposed master plan amendment to Mixed Use – Low Intensity and rezone
to CB is intended to accommodate a future development on the entire property located at 2903 South
Highland Drive. The site is located within Council District 7, represented by Amy Fowler. (Staff
Contact: Nannette Larsen at (801) 535-7645 or nannette.larsen@slcgov.com) Case numbers
PLNPCM2020-00054 and PLNPCM2020-00053
Nannette Larsen, Principal Planner, reviewed the petition as outlined in the Staff Report (located in the
case file). She stated Staff recommended that the Planning Commission forward a positive
recommendation to the City Council.
The Commission and Staff discussed the following:
•Clarification on setback
Pierre Langue, applicant, provided further information and address public comments that were previously
received.
The Commission and Applicant discussed the following:
•Rear-yard setback
•CB setback requirement clarification
PUBLIC HEARING 9:49:34 PM
Chairperson Bell opened the Public Hearing;
Judi Short, Land Use Chair for Sugar House Community Council – Stated she researched this parcel and
as far as she can tell it’s never been developed, so it’s not like we are losing a house. She also suggested
to the petitioner to make the buffer wider.
Steve Davis – Raised concern with additional traffic and safety of his children. He also raised concern
with parking.
Zachary Dussault – Stated his support of the request.
Christine Frank – Raised concern with traffic and height difference.
Rachel Louchnor – Raised concern with added traffic, height and green space.
Bruce Robertson – Provided an email comment stating his opposition of the request.
Khristopher Shampeny – Provided an email comment stating his opposition of the request and his
concern regarding traffic.
Seeing no one else wished to speak; Chairperson Bell closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION 10:06:44 PM
Commissioner Lyon stated, based on the information in the staff report I move that the Planning
Commission recommend that the City Council approved the proposed master plan amendment,
as presented in petition PLNPCM2020-00053. Additionally, I move that the Planning Commission
recommend that the City Council approve the proposed zoning map amendment, as presented in
PLNPCM2020-00054.
Commissioner Urquhart seconded the motion. Commissioners Bachman, Barry, Lee, Lyon,
Paredes, Scheer, Urquhart, and Young-Otterstrom voted “Aye”. The motion passed unanimously.
The following is a list of Q&A’s that were received during the meeting:
Q&A Session for Planning Commission Meeting - May 13, 2020
Session number: 961164179
Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Starting time: 5:02 PM
Salt Lake City Planning Commission May 13, 2020
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Christine Franke (franke38@comcast.net) - 9:51 PM
Q: It used to be a restaurant. The beefeater I suggest you do more research
Priority: N/A
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Steve Davis (sadavis1978@hotmail.com) - 9:55 PM
Q: tha
Priority: N/A
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Steve Davis (sadavis1978@hotmail.com) - 9:56 PM
Q: this street is too wide for that traffic flow nonsense
Priority: N/A
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Zachary Dussault (zacharytdussault@gmail.com) - 10:00 PM
Salt Lake City Planning Commission May 13, 2020
Salt Lake City Planning Commission May 13, 2020
Q: @previous commeter, drivers will drive at a speed they feel the road supports, regardless of spped
limit. A narrower street provides trafic calming and make drivers hesitate. Hevily utilized on street
parking also slows traffic and protects the sidewalk
Priority: N/A
________________________________________________________________
Zachary Dussault (zacharytdussault@gmail.com) - 10:09 PM
Q: we made it! goodnight everyone
Priority: N/A
The meeting adjourned at 10:11:07 PM
4. MAILING LIST
2903 South Highland Drive
Mailing List
CAROLYN MACFARLANE; SHELLEY
MCMURDIE (JT)
2856 S 1335 E SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
SUSAN M DOWNS; JAMES R DOWNS
(JT)
2853 S 1335 E SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
SHIN KU KANG; KYUNG HEE KANG
(JT)
2866 S 1335 E SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
CHRIS P GAMVROULAS; SUZANNE P
GAMVROULAS (JT)
2865 S 1335 E SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
JOHN G BORER 4305 S DIANA WY MILLCREEK UT 84124
JAMES MCCONKIE; LAUREL
MCCONKIE (JT)
1322 E
CRANDALL AVE
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
BRENT D. POPP; LYNN M. POPP 1328 E
CRANDALL AVE
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
JUDITH PLOWDEN 1334 E
CRANDALL AVE
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
STEVEN L ANDERSON; KRISTIN
ANDERSON (JT)
1340 E
CRANDALL AVE
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
ADAM HISCOCK; BONNIE MACKAY
(JT)
1352 E
CRANDALL AVE
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
JENNIFER L WHITTLE; SCOTT B
WHITTLE (JT)
1360 E
CRANDALL AVE
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
GREGORY A GREER 5032 FORBES
AVE # 1121
PITTSBURGH PA 15213
BRYAN VOGEL; LISA VOGEL (JT) 1349 E ZENITH
AVE
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
ANTHONY D BLACK 1355 E ZENITH
AVE
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
TRUST NOT IDENTIFIED 4504 S
BROCKBANK DR
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84124
TRUST NOT IDENTIFIED 1865 E
ORCHARD CIR
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
NANCY J COWIE, LLC 2927 S
HIGHLAND DR
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
OLAFSSON ENTERPRISES LLC 2943 S
HIGHLAND DR
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
COLIN G ROBINSON; JEANETTA P
ROBINSON (JT)
13741
SARATOGA AVE
SARATOGA CA 95070
KEITH CHAN; YURI BAE CHAN (JT) 2486 S SCENIC
DR
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84109
NATHAN H GUNN; TAYLOR G GUNN
(JT)
50 W
BROADWAY ST #
39087
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84101
NICHOLAS B COOK; JENESSA E
COWLEY (JT)
1354 E ZENITH
AVE
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
OMER PRSTE; MARINA PRSTE (JT) 1335 E HUDSON
AVE
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
DANIEL CROOKER; KATHRYN
CROOKER (JT)
1350 E ZENITH
AVE
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
KRISA MCGILLIS; MITCHELL A
MCGILLIS (JT)
1329 E HUDSON
AVE
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
WILLIAM M III FARRAR; KATHLEEN
A BJORK
3704 SUNNYSIDE
AVE N
SEATTLE WA 98103
SCOTT D SWEATFIELD; PAOLA
BRAVO (JT)
1347 E HUDSON
AVE
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
1272 CRANDALL LLC 267 STARLIGHT
CREST DR
LA CANADA CA 91011
SALT LAKE CITY SCHOOLS CREDIT
UNION
3675 S 900 E SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
19TH CENTURY HOLDINGS LLC 2892 S
HIGHLAND DR
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
2876 HIGHLAND DRIVE LLC 1961 S LA
CIENEGA BLVD
LOS
ANGELES
CA 90034
JF SUGARHOUSE, LLC 1148 W LEGACY
CROSSING BL
CENTERVILL
E
UT 84014
H FAM TRUST; SUK WAI HSU 2885 S
HIGHLAND DR
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
VIVA CORPORATION 160 S 1000 E #
320
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84102
SUSHI GROOVE, LLC 4564 W LENNOX
DR
SOUTH
JORDAN
UT 84009
DE LA CRUZ; AQUILES H 1269 E HUDSON
AVE
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
MARK W SARGENT; LOUISE M
SARGENT (JT)
1275 E HUDSON
AVE
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
TRUST NOT IDENTIFIED 4719 S QUAIL
POINT RD
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84124
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS 2920 S
HIGHLAND DR
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
HIGHLAND PROFESSIONAL PLAZA,
LP
2936 S
HIGHLAND DR
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
ANDREW M WALLMAN; KATHLEEN K
WALLMAN (JT)
2970 S
HIGHLAND DR
SALT LAKE
CITY
UT 84106
MARY BETH THOMPSON
Chief Financial Officer
ERIN MENDENHALL
Mayor
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
451 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 245
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH 84114 TEL 801-535-6403
CITY COUNCIL TRANSMITTAL
____________________________ Date Received: __________________
Lisa Shaffer, Chief Administrative Officer Date sent to Council: _____________
TO: Salt Lake City Council
Amy Fowler, Chair
DATE: January 14, 2021
FROM: Mary Beth Thompson, Chief Financial Officer ________________________________
SUBJECT: CORRECTED Council Consent Agenda #4 Items Fiscal Year 2020-21
Associated with Budget Amendment #7
STAFF CONTACTS: John Vuyk, Budget Director (801) 535-6394 or
Mary Beth Thompson (801) 535-6403
DOCUMENT TYPE: Consent Agenda/Establish Grant Projects from Grant Holding Account
RECOMMENDATION: The Administration recommends that the City Council consent to the transfer
of these grants and donations from the holding account and establish a
project budget for them.
BUDGET IMPACT: Grant Holding Account ($ 424,359)
New Grant Project 424,359
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: The grant holding account was established to fund grants between
budget amendments with the understanding that the grants would be submitted as part of the next
budget opening. Items transmitted are placed on a Council Consent agenda and then formally
approved during the following budget amendment. On occasion, a similar process is employed for
donations to the City.
Where necessary, resolutions were previously passed authorizing the Mayor to sign and accept these
grants and donations.
EXHIBITS: Consent Agenda Detail
Consent Agenda Summary
Lisa Shaffer (Jan 21, 2021 16:04 MST)
1/21/2021
1/21/2021
Fund Expenditure Amount Revenue Amount Ongoing or One- time FTEs
1 State of Utah, CCJJ (Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice),
Jurisdictions with Halfway Houses and Parole Violator Centers Grant Misc. Grants 248,064.00 248,064.00 One-time 0
2
Department of Workforce Services, Housing & Community
Development Division, FY21 Homeless Shelter Cities Mitigation
Grant Program
Misc. Grants 160,100.00 160,100.00 One-time 0
3 Utah Department of Health - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services
(EMS)grant, FY21 Per Capita Allocation Misc. Grants 6,275.00 6,275.00 One-time 0
4
Utah Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry, Fire and
State Lands, FY21 Jordan River Vegetation Improvement, 2100 South
Oxbow Restoration Project
Misc. Grants 9,920.00 9,920.00 One-time 0
Total of Budget Amendment Items 424,359.00 424,359.00 0
Fiscal Year 2020-21 Consent Agenda #4 Budget Amendment #7
Initiative Number/Name
Section G: Council Consent Agenda - Grant Awards
Section I: Council Added Items
Salt Lake City FY 2020-21 Consent Agenda #4 for Budget Amendment #7
Initiative Number/Name Fund Amount
1
Section G: Council Consent Agenda – Grant Awards
G-1: State of Utah, CCJJ (Commission on Criminal and Juvenile
Justice), Jurisdictions with Halfway Houses and Parole Violator
Centers Grant
Misc. Grants
$248,064
Department: Police Department
Prepared By: Jordan Smith/Melyn Osmond
The Police Department has applied for and been awarded a $248,064 grant from the State of Utah, Commission on
Criminal and Juvenile Justice, in support of the Jurisdictions with Halfway Houses and Parole Violator Cen ters grant.
This grant provides funding for law enforcement agencies that provide services directly to areas with halfway houses or
parole violator centers, or both. The Police Department will use these funds for overtime efforts to include targeted
enforcement operations, mental health co-responder teams, and extra patrol shifts. The department will also utilize the
funding for a van for the Public Order Unit, helmet communication kits for the Motor Squad officers and
maintenance/supplies for the mobile camera trailers previously funded through this grant program.
A public hearing will be scheduled for this grant application.
G-2: Department of Workforce Services, Housing & Community
Development Division, FY21 Homeless Shelter Cities Mitigation
Grant Program
Misc. Grants
$160,100
Department: Community & Neighborhoods
Prepared By: Michelle Hoon/Melyn Osmond
The State Department of Workforce Services is funding $160,100 to continue efforts to mitigate the impacts of the
Geraldine E. King Women's Resource Center and Gail Miller Resource Center to the Central City/Downtown and
Ballpark/Liberty Wells host neighborhoods.
Grant funds will be used to continue funding one City FTE to work as a Homeless Services Coordinator and continue
contracting with Volunteers of America for a Homeless Outreach Caseworker. Including professional development, local
mileage reimbursement, and outreach/promotional materials for community -based programming initiatives.
A Public Hearing will be scheduled for the application on this grant.
G-3: Utah Department of Health - Bureau of Emergency Medical
Services (EMS)grant, FY21 Per Capita Allocation
Misc. Grants
$6,275
Department: Fire Department
Prepared By: Brittany Blair/Melyn Osmond
***Additional Funding of $6,275 has been awarded to this original grant bringing the total grant award amount to
$15,910** This agenda item is to increase the funding budget.
The Fire Department applied for and was awarded $9,635 of grant funding from the Utah Department of Health, Bureau of
Emergency Medical Services. This funding will be used towards the purchase of a 12 -lead heart monitor relating to the
provision of Emergency Medical Services as funding permits.
A Public Hearing was held on 4/7/20 for the grant applications on this award.
Salt Lake City FY 2020-21 Consent Agenda #4 for Budget Amendment #7
Initiative Number/Name Fund Amount
2
G-4: Utah Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry,
Fire and State Lands, FY21 Jordan River Vegetation Improvement,
2100 South Oxbow Restoration Project
Misc. Grants $9,920
Department: Public Services
Prepared By: Lewis Koga/Melyn Osmond
Public Services Trails & Natural Land applied for and was awarded $9,920 of grant funding from the Utah Department o f
Natural Resources, Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands, FY21 Jordan River Vegetation Improvement, for the 2100
South Oxbow Restoration Project.
The Trails & Natural Lands Division is preparing to initiate a multi-year restoration effort at the 2100 South Oxbow
property, focused on weed control and the establishment of healthy and diverse native riparian vegetation across this 2.5 -
acre site. Currently the site is a vacant field containing multiple noxious weed species which must be controlled prior to
native planting efforts. Funds will be used to support a large first-year noxious species treatment by the City’s contracted
weed control specialist, PMG Vegetation Control. Specifically, FFSL Vegetation Improvement funds will be used to control
Russian Olive, Phragmites, Russian Knapweed, and Scotch Thistle on the property, preparing the site for subsequent
restoration seeding and planting efforts.
A Public Hearing will be scheduled for the grant application on this award
Signature:
Email:
Garrett A. Danielson (Jan 21, 2021 16:07 MST)
Garrett A. Danielson
garett.danielson@slcgov.com
ERIN MENDENHALL
Mayor
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
P.O. BOX 145474
451 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 306
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84114-5474 WWW.SLCMAYOR.COM
TEL 801-535-7704
CITY COUNCIL TRANSMITTAL
______________________________
Rachel Otto, Chief of Staff
Date Received: 12/22/2020
Date Sent to Council: 12/28/2020
TO: Salt Lake City Council DATE: 12/22/2020
Chris Wharton, Chair
FROM: Rachel Otto, Chief of Staff
Office of the Mayor
SUBJECT: Board Appointment Recommendation: Bicycle Advisory Committee
STAFF CONTACT: Sandy Casement
sandy.casement@slcgov.com
Board Appointment Recommendation:
Bicycle Advisory Committee
DOCUMENT TYPE:
RECOMMENDATION: The Administration recommends the Council consider the
recommendation in the attached letter from the Mayor and appoint Rachel
Manko as a member of the Bicycle Advisory Committee.
ERIN MENDENHALL
Mayor
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
P.O. BOX 145474
451 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 306
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84114-5474 WWW.SLCMAYOR.COM
TEL 801-535-7704
December 22, 2020
Salt Lake City Council
451 S State Street Room 304
PO Box 145476
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114
Dear Councilmember Wharton,
Listed below is my recommendation for membership appointment to the Bicycle Advisory Committee:
Rachel Manko – to be appointed for a term ending in three years starting the date of City Council advice and
consent.
I respectfully ask your consideration and support for this appointment.
Respectfully,
Erin Mendenhall, Mayor
Cc: File
ERIN MENDENHALL
Mayor
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
P.O. BOX 145474
451 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 306
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84114-5474
WWW.SLCMAYOR.COM
TEL 801-535-7704
CITY COUNCIL TRANSMITTAL
______________________________
Rachel Otto, Chief of Staff
Date Received: 1/6/2021
Date Sent to Council: 1/6/2021
TO: Salt Lake City Council DATE: 1/6/2021
Chris Wharton, Chair
FROM: Rachel Otto, Chief of Staff
Office of the Mayor
SUBJECT: Board Reappointment Recommendation: Business Advisory Board
STAFF CONTACT:
DOCUMENT TYPE:
Sandy Casement
Sandy.Casement@slcgov.com
Board Reappointment Recommendation: Business Advisory Board.
RECOMMENDATION: The Administration recommends the Council consider the
recommendation in the attached letter from the Mayor and reappoint Derek Deitsch as an ex-
officio member of the Business Advisory Board.
ERIN MENDENHALL
Mayor
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR
P.O. BOX 145474
451 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 306
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84114-5474
WWW.SLCMAYOR.COM
TEL 801-535-7704
January 6, 2021
Salt Lake City Council
451 S State Street Room 304
PO Box 145476
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114
Dear Councilmember Wharton,
Listed below is my recommendation for membership reappointment to the Business Advisory Board.
Derek Deitsch – to be reappointed for a term ending the last Monday in December, 2021.
I respectfully ask your consideration and support for this reappointment.
Respectfully,
Erin Mendenhall, Mayor
Cc: File
Public Comments 04.07.2021-04.13.2021
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My name is Jon Ribbons.I represent Wasatch Tenants United and our interface with the city government.I spoke at the
council meeting on 4/6 and specifically addressed you.We are planning a series of demonstrations,and it is important we
understand where the city councilors stand on this issue.We believe your intentions are good,and we are aware of you
being one of the few councilors to stand with the protests over the summer and recognize your connection to the
community in this regard.However we also believe this mass rezone is a serious threat to the dignity of working people,and
we understand you are a likely'yes'vote.For the time being we are assuming that you,and Amy Fowler are not pushing this
rezone due the money saving,and property value increases this will reap for real estate developers,or because of a lack of
care for the quality of life for working class residents.But this mass rezone stands to seriously degrade living standards in the
valley with no real guarantees of any positive effects,with specific and particular danger posed to LGBTQ youth,and other
marginalized groups.We intend to act on this issue,and if it passes we intend to politically retaliate against yes votes in a
number of ways,and have messaging and literature drafted for your district.We also view people who oppose this mass
rezone on grounds of bringing'increased crime'to their neighborhood extremely adversarially,and as a serious barrier to
real solutions to homelessness coming to fruition.At this time we are being forced to make common cause with these groups
to oppose this mass rezone,and we are being given little room to introduce nuance into our equation on this proposal
because of this.The council people representing these political tendencies have also been the only ones willing to sit down
with us.I would like to meet with you instead to discuss some possible solutions,compromises,and chances to collaborate.I
4/9/2021 11:30 Jon Ribbon can do it in person,or zoom,or even phone if it's convenient.
The homeless camping on the parkway in my neighborhood.PLEASE...Give them some space to go.Not all homeless want
you shelters.I know,how about the old golf course,Wingpoint G.C.out by the airport.Perfect second hand uses of my tax
dollars.Bathrooms and a club house,super alternate use.The place has no neighbors too.The sooner that problem leaves
here the better.We have a good idea for you,do more than now.Our property values are not being helped by the failure to
control the homeless problem better than this.You need to hold up property values and not let them ruin the hard work and
Phillip Amerian money already spent and given.I pay a lot for what I get around here.Yes,we all need for better than this at the present.
4/13/2021 11:06 Heratage Windows Sent from Mail<https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?Linkld=550986>for Windows 10 Homelessness
From:Ethan Shaw Sent:Monday,April 5,20218:17 PM Subject:(EXTERNAL)
4/13/2021 11:18 Ethan Shaw Vote AGAINST SRO housing proposal Hello,Please Vote AGAINST SRO housing proposal.Thank you.-Ethan
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Please consider the potential of adding a park in the redevelopment of the Fleet Block.Any rezone that jeopardizes this
option of being on the table in the future,I am not in support of.I live on Thanks for taking my comment into
4/7/2021 13:46 Larry Framme consideration.Sincerely,Larry Framme Fleet Block
Dear Members of the Salt Lake City Council,Please accept this email correspondence as written comments from Volunteers
of America,Utah related to City federal funding for ESG and CDBG.I am writing in reference to three applications:1.
Emergency Solution Grant(ESG),Part 1:Shelter Operations,Volunteers of America,Youth Resource Center Requested:
$55,000 CDCIP and Mayor Recommend:$44,000 Comment:We are pleased with the recommendation and would greatly
appreciate Council's support.2.Emergency Solution Grant(ESG),Part 1:Shelter Operations,Volunteers of America,
Geraldine E.King Women's Resource Center Requested:$60,000 CDIP and Mayor Recommend:$30,000 Comment:We
appreciate the recommendation and would greatly appreciate Council's support.3.Community Development Block Grant,
Public Services,Volunteers of America,Geraldine King Women's Resource Center Requested:$108,967 CDIP and Mayor
Recommend:$0 Comment:Last year we received$100,000 so this is a significant loss.Our application scored higher than
other applications in the category and we are in compliance with our current City contract,but no funding was
recommended.I would respectfully request your consideration of the recommendations and provide at least partial funding
to help operate the Geraldine Women's Resource Center.Thank you for the opportunity to comment.We greatly appreciate
4/7/2021 13:41 Kathy Bray the partnership with Salt Lake City and the support of the Salt Lake City Council.Sincerely,Kathy FY21 Budget
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Dear Salt Lake City Council and Mayor Mendenhall,With the generous support of Salt Lake City,ASSIST has been
strengthening neighborhoods and helping residents of our community remain in their homes since 1969 with our Emergency
Home Repair,Accessibility Design Assistance,and Community Design programs.Through the strategic use of CDBG funds,our
organization provides small construction grants and project coordination to perform critical repairs for households with
significant financial need.Repairs such as replacing leaking roofs,broken sewer lines,and non-functioning furnaces,while not
glamorous can often be the key difference between an individual or family being able to stay in their home or needing to
move and find some other form of accommodation.Accessibility modifications,ranging from installation of a simple grab bar
to ramps and full bathroom remodels,provide dignity and independence not only to those with physical disabilities but also
to aging individuals who have been dedicated contributors to their neighborhoods for decades.One-by-one,these small
interventions improve lives,relieve stress,and provide stability for those that are housing insecure.Taken in aggregate,over
the last 5 decades these interventions represent nearly ten million dollars of investment in supporting the physical and social
fabric of our city.Over the past several years,our organization has seen steadily increasing need for these critical services.
Since 2017,we have been committing all of our CDBG funding by the end of the third quarter,leaving a gap in services for the
last few months of each year.Housing costs are quickly outpacing earning capacity,leading to an increase in multi-
generational households and decreased discretionary income—while these pressures are felt by all,they are particularly
4/7/2021 13:45 Jason Wheeler acute for those in lower income brackets.*Continued 1/2* FY21 Budget
*Continued 2/2*The past year has further exacerbated these needs,as costs of construction and building materials have
doubled and even tripled.ASSIST has been able to meet many of these needs in stride,including structural repairs for
households impacted by last March's earthquake and replacing electrical services for individuals whose power masts and
breakers were damaged during September's wind storm.Moreover,we have leveraged our design capacity to provide
architectural services for other non-profit agencies including a new bathroom,ramp,and laundry room for the Inn Between,
and a significant remodel currently underway at the city-owned building currently operated by the Salt Lake Acting
Company—this remodel includes the addition of an elevator that will allow persons of all abilities to benefit from SLAC's
community-oriented productions.The mayor has recommended ASSIST receive$700,000 in CDBG funding for the 2021 fiscal
year.While this represents a significant increase over past-years'funding levels,as an organization we look forward to using
this funding to offset increased construction costs,to help address current unmet needs in our community,and to continue
to bolster the stability of Salt Lake City's naturally occurring affordable housing.We are grateful for this recommendation,
Jason Wheeler and are excited to continue to serve the citizens of our community in years to come.Sincerely,Jason Wheeler
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Date/Time Opened Contact Name Topic
SLC EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANT,FY 21-22 APPLICANT PROJECT/PROGRAM SCORE REQUEST CDCIP BOARD FUNDING
RECOMMENDATIONS MAYOR FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS Utah Community Action Rapid Re-Housing Program 88.83$
4/8/2021 8:48 Patrice Dickson 121,637$84,304$82,022 Utah Community Action Diversion Program 87.12$59,784$40,000$40,000 FY21 Budget
I just wish to chime in although I live in Cottonwood Hts,not SLC.But I do visit the city.The city needs funding to clean up
homeless encampments,but only when and if there is funding for help in getting housing and drug treatment services and
4/7/2021 13:24 John Doe mental health and other health services so that the problem is more thoroughly addressed.Thx. Homelessness
Dear Council members,I live in Cottonwood Hts but go into SLC for various meetings,dr.appointments,cultural events,
restaurants,parks.The homelessness problem is pervasive and multifaceted.I do think clean up of encampments is needed,
with sufficient dollars,but concurrently with sufficient dollars for affordable housing,and housing subsidies,for increased
mental health and other health needs of the population,and for drug or substance abuse treatment.Thank you.Sincerely,
4/7/2021 13:26 Rochelle Kaplan Rochelle Kaplan Homelessness
Chris,Please find attached a letter from The Preserve Our Avenues Zoning Coalition in relation to Ivory Homes latest revision Ivory Homes Rezone
4/7/2021 10:02 Peter Wright to this application.Best Regards,Peter Wright Request
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Dear Mr.Echeverria,I have written to you previously(jointly with my husband on June 20)to express my objections to the
proposed zoning change for the 3.2-acre lot located at 675 North F Street.I have read the latest documents submitted by
Ivory Homes.I have no objection to Ivory Homes building 11 homes plus ADUs on the site under the current zoning of FR-
3/12,000.Some of the supporting documents Ivory has included contain incorrect information.Per the purpose statement in
21A.33.050 FB-UN1 zoning is among other items to create a neighborhood that provides:1.Options in terms of shopping,
dining,and fulfilling daily needs within walking distance or conveniently located transportation options 2.Access to
employment opportunities within walking distance or close to transit 3.Appropriately scaled building that respect the
existing character of the neighborhood The Avenues streets,especially above 11th Avenue,are very steep.Although the
distance to a grocery store,a hospital and medical facility and a bus stop are close to the property,walkability is limited as is
public transportation.In fact,the first bus leaves from the Salt Lake Central Station at 7 a.m.and arrives at the University
Medical Center at 7:33 a.m.and reverses its course to arrive back at the SL Central station at 8:09 a.m.The final bus leaves
downtown at 7:00 p.m.,completing its circuit at 8:11 p.m.In other words,the bus goes only once per hour in each direction
and additionally does not operate on weekends.Contradicting the statement by UCAIR,there is little chance that residents
would opt for public transportation over using a car to get downtown to shop,dine or enjoy other opportunities that Salt
Lake City usually offers.Employment opportunities in the Avenues are limited.While there are jobs at the airport,in town,
and in other places in the valley,it is unlikely that with such infrequent bus service someone would rely on it as their only
form of transportation to work.The Avenues has a wide variety of homes.I live in a Northpoint estates condominium.We
have 49 units plus a clubhouse and pool located on slightly over 13 acres of land.Although the project was built before the
current masterplan and zoning were in effect,it nearly meets the FR-3/12,000 requirement.Appendix G of Ivory's submission
states that surrounding land uses are denser than what they are requesting.This is not true.In addition,the Meridien
complex and annex which is zoned as RMF-35 actually has just 30 units,not the 57 units shown in Appendix G.*Continued Ivory Homes Rezone
4/7/2021 10:04 Maxine Johnson 1/2* Request
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*Continued 2/2* It was granted an exception based on the historic value of the building it occupies.Another concern I have
is with the Traffic Impact Study,which was performed on Tuesday,August 18,2020,during the pandemic and in the summer.
No children were catching the school bus at Capital Park Avenue and F Street during the 7:00 to 9:00 morning time;less
people were commuting to work;many people were staying home;the University of Utah was not in session.The study
should have included this mitigating information.Through their actions,it feels like Ivory is more interested in its bottom line
than in respecting the existing character of the neighborhood.The masterplan was devised in the 90's for the purpose of
preserving the character of the Avenues,as developers were beginning to construct buildings that were detrimental to that
preservation.While Ivory Homes has offered two building plans,there is no guarantee that either of these plans would
actually be built.Changing the zoning allows for potentially even more density than is being proposed.I hope you agree that
there is no compelling reason to change the zoning.Ivory Homes should develop the land under the current zoning,
FR3/12,000.Ivory's zoning request should be denied.Thank you for your consideration in this matter.Sincerely,Maxine
Maxine Johnson Johnson
Dear Mr.Echeverria,The zone change that Ivory Homes is trying to pass would be very detrimental 1r r r r Ivory Homes is trying
to pack way too many homes in an area that cannot handle the traffic and pollution.11th Avenue,F Street,and Capitol Park
roads are too narrow and dangerous to cope with the traffic from the number of homes Ivory is proposing.Families who
have built homes in this area have followed zoning rules that allow only so many homes to be built.Ivory Homes should be Ivory Homes Rezone
4/7/2021 10:05 Leo Sotiriou held to the same zoning rules!!Sincerely,Leo and Cynthia Sotiriou Request
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Dear Planning Commission members,I am writing to express my opposition to the rezoning of the lot located on the corner
of Capitol Park Avenue and F Street as proposed by Ivory homes.I do not oppose development under the current zoning,
which as I understand would allow 11 single family homes with 11 additional dwelling units(ADU)for a total of 22 housing
units.However,permitting changes to the established foothill zoning restrictions would have a negative impact on the
community.F Street and Capitol Park Avenue are ill suited to handle increased traffic.Capitol Park Avenue is a private street
which was developed as part of a PUD and as such does not meet city requirements for width and slope.I live on perhaps the
steepest section of Capitol Park Avenue and have witnessed many cars unfamiliar with the road slide out of control on
slippery wintry streets as they descend.Likewise,on many occasions I have slid on snowy F street without being able to stop
before sliding into 11th avenue.Fortunately the traffic levels are such that I have never been in an accident,but the roads in
this area are not suited for higher traffic levels.The location is not well served by public transit.Although there is a UTA bus
stop nearby,the level of service is infrequent and impractical for most.Unlike other higher density developments in the city,
the proposed development is not near any shopping areas with the nearest store,Smiths,being 7 steep blocks away.A foot
trip from Smiths to Capitol Park Avenue bears more resemblance to a hike than a walk.In 17 years living on Capitol Park
Avenue,no member of my household has walked to Smiths for groceries even though we are avid walkers.Adding additional
housing units in the upper avenues will increase vehicle traffic in the city with all the concomitant negative environmental
impacts.I enjoy the recreational aspects of my neighborhood and frequently bicycle on 11th avenue.Although there is a
dedicated bike lane there,I have had many near misses as unaware vehicle operators cut off the bike lane as they turn
without yielding to bicycles.Increased development will add to traffic on 11th avenue and change the recreational aspect.
When Ivory homes bought the lot,they were aware of the existing zoning.I feel they are trying to convince the planning
commission that their plan would be a model to address housing shortages within Salt Lake City,whereas in reality it is a plan
to increase their profits on the development.The homes they are proposing would cost around$1 million and do very little Ivory Homes Rezone
4/7/2021 10:05 Matthew Tyler to address affordable housing in the city.Please vote to keep the zoning unchanged for this lot.Sincerely,Matthew Tyler Request
Ivory Homes Rezone
4/8/2021 13:20 Lisa Buckworth No yards and very little green space.The proposal doesn't fit the character of the established neighborhood. Request
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Dear Daniel,I am writing to you in strong opposition to changing the zoning on the Ivory Homes property at F Street and 13th
Avenue.I am opposed for the following reasons:1.Form Based Zoning is not appropriate for this location because of the
extreme density it would allow.2.The location is effectively a dead-end street and would require all vehicles to funnel in and
out on the same street.The zoning change would allow for significantly more vehicles and the increase in traffic is
inconsistent with the master plan zoning for this neighborhood.3.Changing the zoning is a terrible precedent,especially with
the goal of increasing density,and may open the floodgates for all property owners in the Avenues.Please do not approve Ivory Homes Rezone
4/8/2021 13:22 Gina Koziatek this unreasonable zoning change.Respectfully,Gina Koziatek Request
Dear Mr.Echeverria,I am a neighbor of the proposed application to rezone the property at 675 North F Street.I am strongly
against Ivory's attempt to rezone this property.I am not against Ivory developing the property under the current avenues
zoning laws.That would be just fine.Ivory's attempt to rezone this piece of property to FB-UN1 would be totally out of
character with its neighbors and is frankly dangerous with their proposed density for the current infrastructure.With their
proposal there would be too many people and too many vehicles in a confined space,with substandard,limiting,private
roads.It seems insulting to me that they wrap their proposal up in a nice ribbon trying to justify the changes by advertising
their proposal as affordable housing in a nice walking neighborhood.It is a nice neighborhood,but none of their claims about
easy walking to restaurants,grocery stores,churches is true.We live in the upper avenues where the terrain is very hilly and
the nearest social facilities are many blocks away and NOBODY walks to work,church or the grocery store.There is a nearby
bus stop,two and a half blocks away,with bus service ever hour as long as it doesn't snow.(The snow emergency route is
many blocks away.)There are no late evening buses and no service on the weekend.Oh,and by the way,if you want to buy
one of their"affordable"houses be prepared to pay 800,000 to one million dollars!Please reject this attempt to rezone this Ivory Homes Rezone
4/8/2021 13:23 Brian Ruggles property,Brian Ruggles Request
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Dear Mr Echeverria I am writing in strong opposition to the rezoning and proposed development of 675 N F Street by Ivory
homes.Our family first moved to the Avenues in 1983.We have cherished the diversity,amenities,recreation and historical
significance of the Greater Avenues.The unique blend of small historical Victorian cottages,historic apartments,grand
mansions and large contemporary homes makes this a one-of-a-kind neighborhood.There is NO place for the cookie-cutter
monotonous development that is proposed by Ivory Homes.Even their scaled down version does not belong in this area.The
proposed development is far too dense and is unlike anything else in the Avenues.It will bring far too many additional
vehicles into the neighborhood.This will pose a significant public safety risk to the walkers,cyclists,hikers and school
children who enjoy this unique area every day.There is scant public and commercial development already in the Avenues
with only one grocery store serving the entire greater Avenues.This development will tax these resources even more.This
will also put a strain on the already inadequate public,fire and EMS resources that serve this area.Aesthetically,this
proposed development is unlike anything in the Avenues.The uniform and monotonous design of the houses and lack of
green space will be an eyesore and a detriment to all the houses in the immediate area and throughout the greater Avenues.
This parcel also is environmentally unique as it is near the eastern slope of City Creek canyon.This development will
endanger the deer and other wildlife that frequent this area.It will also likely force the wildlife further down into the
Avenues where they will be at risk for collision with vehicles,cyclists and others.The proposed zoning changes and
development is so wrong in so many ways for Salt Lake City.To tarnish this historically significant and aesthetically unique
area would be a great loss for our city.We strongly encourage you and other members of the zoning committee as well as
The Salt Lake City government to oppose this development and not allow any zoning change for this parcel Sincerely,John Ivory Homes Rezone
4/8/2021 13:24 John Hoffmann Hoffmann Request
Dear Mr Echeverria I am writing to ask that you do not allow the zoning of 675 North F Street.There are so many downsides
to this request from Ivory Homes.The development would be much too dense,allowing up to 35 dwelling units into an area I
believe is zoned for 11.This would add up to 70 cars to the area which is already a busy intersection.The additional cars
would create a safety issue for walkers and bikers and especially for school children going too and from school.The proposal
does not allow for much green space and very little yard space at all.This is very out of character for the neighborhood.We
have lived in the avenues except for one period of time that we had to leave SLC since 1983.We love the area and the feel of
the neighborhood.Please do not allow this change to occur in this lovely historic neighborhood.Maybe if Ivory Homes is
unable to make the profit they are clearly hoping to make by increasing the density of homes on this lot they might consider Ivory Homes Rezone
4/8/2021 13:25 Jane Durcan selling the land to the city for a park.Sincerely F.Jane Durcan Request
Ivory Homes Rezone
4/8/2021 13:25 Lynn Keenan Dear Mayor Mendenhall,Daniel,and Chris,This represents the pure hubris by Ivory.Lynn M Keenan MD Request
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Hi Chris,Just wanted to write a quick note to let you know I am deeply displeased at the group Preserve our avenues zoning.
While I am not a huge fan of Ivory homes I feel they are bringing to the neighborhood housing that is desperately needed.I
know it's not"affordable"but with the smaller size and ADU units on some of the homes it will allow people that would not
be able to afford the neighborhood to actually be able to live here by creating an additional income stream.It is also ideal for
people who may want to have a parent live in the ADU saving them from putting their parent or loved one in a pricy assisted
living space.Still allowing that person who may not be able live on their own have some independence.This also cuts down
on over all traffic and pollution because there are less trips visiting and caring for the person.Also,these ADU units typically
rent for much less than a comparable rental in a larger apartment complex.On a bigger picture look the city is at a crisis
point that many other cities like Denver,Portland and others have been experiencing for the past 5+years.They are building
the wrong type of housing which is causing the traffic,and pollution problems.Just think if these 22 or so homes are not
built.That means 40+people will be moving to the suburbs driving further to get to work causing more traffic problems and
pollution because their daily miles driven will increase substantially.Also,we won't have that additional inventory which will
increase the pressure on the already high prices in our neighborhood.Making it harder for people to move into the
neighborhood.My last point I would like to make is the preserve the zoning aspect.What are they preserving?The current
zoning laws were put in place in the 1970's onward to basically allow only large single family homes to be built.*Continued Ivory Homes Rezone
4/8/2021 13:26 Daniel Gaffin 1/2* Request
*Continued 2/2*This in its self is not good policy for a city.What makes people love the avenues so much?It is because of
the diversity of the people which happens because of the divinity of the housing.From the people living in small studio
apartments to the large single family homes.We have it all with in a small area and its vibrant and a great place to live.But if
we were to wipe the slate clean and do away with all of the development that happened prior to the current zoning laws.We
would have less then half of the amount of residences living here and would be like every other suburban neighborhood that
surrounds the city,lifeless and car dependent.In fact the people that are opposing it the most living in the Meridian would
not be here!Salt Lake city has the opportunity to avoid many of this problems if we have the courage to stand up to the
NIMBY fear based mentality and have meaningful conversations about housing.I know it will be hard because right now this
group is so miss-informed that they are making choices out of fear and not on facts.We know what happens when a group of
people that make decisions based on bad information and fear do.They make bad choices that can negatively impact a lot of
people.If you would like to have a more detailed conversation on this issue which is going to come up more and more I
Daniel Gaffin would be happy to.Thanks for your time.Daniel Gaffin
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Good Morning-I would kindly ask you to consider my request to oppose the Ivory Homes proposal to re-zone the property
located at 675 North F Street.As a resident I have several concerns about this proposal.The second proposal posed by Ivory
Homes does not address parking issues from so many dwellings on such a small property.Traffic would significantly increase
in a community that does not have the infrastructure to support the burden of such heavy traffic.When Ivory Homes
purchased this land,the zoning was already established.The property in question is zoned FN-UN1 and that zoning was a
thoughtful zoning consideration with the Avenues Community in mind.To change the zoning would be detrimental.Last,but
not least,Ivory Homes has not demonstrated that they would be a good partner in our community.They have not listened to
our concerns or addressed them in this second proposal.I implore you to keep the zoning as is and reject the Ivory Homes Ivory Homes Rezone
4/8/2021 13:27 Hilaree Collins proposal.Thank you for your consideration.Hilaree Collins Request
Dear Mayor Erin Mendenhall,Council Member Wharton and Senior Planner Daniel Echeverria.Attached is Tom Keen's letter
"COMMENTS IN REGARD TO REVISED APPLICATION OF IVORY DEVELOPMENT TO REZONE 675 NORTH F STREET AND AMEND
THE MASTER PLAN",dated March 1,2021.My wife and I reside at Salt Lake City,UT 84103 and we are next
door neighbors to the I could not have worded our objection to the Ivory Homes/Ivory Development rezoning
application better than Tom Keen's letter.We have lived in our residence on 12th Ave for 20 years and greatly fear what this
proposed development would do to our neighborhood.I hope you do the correct thing and not approve this improper Ivory Homes Rezone
4/12/2021 13:08 Ed Bedell rezoning.Ed&Leah Bedell*See corresponding attachment* Request
Dear Mr.Echeverria,cc:Ms.Mendenhall and Mr.Wharton Please add the attached letter to the public record in opposition Ivory Homes Rezone
4/12/2021 13:10 Alan Hayes to Ivory's proposed rezone of 675 N.F Street.Sincerely,Alan B.Hayes*See corresponding attachments* Request
Re-Open Parley's Gun Range!Please open Parleys Gun Range.It will save SEC money and provide great training to help us be Parley's Shooting
4/8/2021 10:41 David Woodward safer.Thanks,David Woodward Range
Re-Open Parley's Gun Range!Dear Mayor Mendenhall and members of the Mayor's Office and City Council;As a local
physician and long time shooter who has previously made extensive use of the PMAA Range(aka Hendriksen Range)for both
practice and professional firearms training,between the time of my moving herein 1991 and the closing of the range in
2019,I'd urge you to accept the proposal of the ParleysGunrange.com group to renew the lease and re-open the range under
private ownership.Not only will these actions result in the desired and necessary lead cleanup on the property at no cost to
taxpayers or to the city or county,but lead control on the property will thereafter be maintained,and of course a resource
for law enforcement personnel training and practice,(previously there for many years),as well as for private citizens,will
again become available.Sincerely,Robert M.Miska MD Rocky Mt.Neurology&EME 84103 Parley's Shooting
4/8/2021 10:43 Robert Miska Utah Dept.of Public Safety,Drivers License Division,Medical Advisory Board Expert Panel Member Range
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I have read the proposal to reopen the Parley's Gun range and strongly support the effort.We badly need places to shoot
that are closer to SLC and monitored by responsible range officers.If opened I would support it by paying to shoot there and Parley's Shooting
4/8/2021 10:46 Jay Svoboda contributing to clean up efforts.Henry Svoboda Responsible,law abiding,tax paying gun owner Range
Parley's Shooting
4/8/2021 10:48 Karen Gee Please reconsider the closing of the gun range.It's a useful tool for gun enthusiasts to practice markmanship. Range
Mayor Mendenhall,We respectfully request that you re-open the Parleys Gun Range.We are trying to be respectful with our
gun sports and wish to have safe places to practice and enjoy shooting at.When actual gun ranges are closed people will
travel into the wilderness and shoot where they do not have as many safety procedures.We like going to good well
maintained gun ranges for our sport.We think it is safer and more respectful to non-gun enthusiasts.Also Mayor,why are
you going to impose SO years of lead cleanup liability(2 million-10 million)on SLC taxpayers for a liability created by a
private corporation.It isn't the citizens that are responsible for this lead contamination.It is a private corporation's.After all
if I were to contaminate my own property I would have to pay for it to be cleaned up.I couldn't get the citizens in my
neighborhood to pay for it.That just seems ridiculous that others will be saddled with the bill for something they didn't do.-- Parley's Shooting
4/8/2021 11:03 Scott Christensen Precinct Chair Scott Christensen<https://drive.google.com/uc?id=OBwGXeDdeke36ek1NbW9rTkk3ZWM&export=download> Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials,I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is a far more responsible option than permanent closure which will Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 11:32 Adamant King incur huge costs to the City and tax payers for environmental compliance.Thank you.--Adamant King,Sandy 84092 Range
The proposal to re-open Parley's Gun Range looks like a fantastic idea!http://parleysgunrange.com/Reclaiming the lead at
no taxpayer expense and an experienced receptive range committee would make this a great attraction for SLC residents like Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 11:36 Kepler Kramer myself.Please give due consideration to this idea.Thank,Kepler Kramer Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 11:37 John Spangler huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.John Spangler Salt Lake City Range
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Hi,I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This will provide needed
facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-effective,common sense use
of irreplaceable assets.This is a more responsible option than permanent closure,which would incur huge costs to the City
for environmental compliance.Thank you.Kerry Lund Clearfield,Utah PUBLIC NOTICE PRIVATE:This is Not A Public
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4/9/2021 11:39 Kerry Lund property rights or reserved rights. Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 11:40 Adam Toone huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.AdamToone Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 11:41 Ken Matthews huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.Ken Matthews Sandy,UT Range
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manage.com/track/click?u=fce6a3479bd65a8d59aadeff2&id=34423d1314&e=a81e374229>Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I
urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This will provide needed facilities
for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-effective,common sense use of
irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur huge costs to the City for Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 11:52 John Manning environmental compliance.Thank you.John Manning Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 12:14 Virgil Kelly huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.Virgil Kelly Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 12:58 Kevin Bell huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.Kevin Bell Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials,I ask that you support a new lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range.This will allow a reopening
of the range and provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for both public and government users.This is
a cost-effective,common sense use of a valuable asset.This is a responsible option which will save the City from incurring
undetermined(but substantial)costs for environmental compliance if the range is permanently closed.Thank you for your Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 13:13 Scott Rosenbush consideration.Sincerely,Scott Rosenbush Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 13:14 Paul Evans huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you,Paul Evans Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 13:19 David LANE huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.David R.Lane Syracuse,Utah Range
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Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 13:20 Sheldon Brown huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.[your name] Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I'm writing to ask you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to
"ParleysGunRange.Com."This will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and
government users.This is a cost-effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option
than permanent closure will incur huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.Michelle Camp Your
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Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 13:26 Mickey Begent huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you,Mickey Begent Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials,I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 13:27 Carey Palmer huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.Carey Palmer Salt Lake County resident. Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 13:29 Kent Braithwaite huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.Respectfully,Kent Braithwaite Range
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Date/Time Opened Contact Name Topic
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost- Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 13:30 David Grimshaw effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.Thank you,David Grimshaw Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com
<http://parleysgunrange.com/>."This will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and
government users.This is a cost-effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option
than permanent closure will incur huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.Geofery Kimball Sent Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 13:35 Geofery Kimball from my iPhone Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com
<http://ParleysGunRange.Com>."This will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and
government users.This is a cost-effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option
than permanent closure will incur huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.M.W."Mike"Menser Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 13:41 Michael Menser President Utah Chapter Association of the United States Army(AUSA) Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 13:46 Randy Lee huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.Randy Lee FASNC Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 13:47 Larry Landen huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.Larry A.Landen Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials:I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 13:48 Joe Hooton huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.-Joe Hooton Range
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Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur
huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.This range has always been my favorite and I would love to see it Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 13:50 Brent Nielson opened again.Thank you,Brent Nielson Sandy,UT Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
is the ONLY surviving outdoor shooting facility on the east side of the entire Salt Lake metro area.If not returned to use as a
range,it will require a very expensive environmental clean up at taxpayer expense.This will provide needed facilities for gun
safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-effective,common-sense use of irreplaceable
assets.This is a much more responsible option than permanent closure that will incur huge costs to the City for Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 13:51 Eric St Pierre environmental compliance.Thank you.Eric St Pierre Range
Please open Parleys Gun Range.It will save SLC money and provide great training to help us be safer.Thanks,David Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 14:05 David Woodward Woodward Range
I am writing to urge you to re-lease the old PMAA shooting range to the nonprofit behind http://parleysgunrange.com/.This
range is a valuable asset to firearms owners,shooters,and instructors in the greater SLC area and provides a safe,friendly
venue for practice,and training for all gun owners in the area.With a record number of new firearms owners nationwide,we
need more,not less,safe and knowledgable ranges for education and safety training for those who are new to firearms Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 14:07 Corbin Cook ownership.Sincerely,Corbin Cook Range
As an avid shooter,hunter,and customer of the PMAA in the past I would request that your office consider re-opening the
Parley's gun range.Presently there are few ranges that allow outdoor shooting near SLC.This was a great range and can Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 14:09 Ryan West easily become one again.Thank you,Ryan West Range
Honorable Mayor and Council,It is time to move forward on this issue.It is the responsible thing to do.Our community
needs a safe and supervised place to learn safe practices.If this range remains closed,they will use the surrounding hills,
county and BLM landscape.We can avoid this and save the city MILLIONS.Dodging the matter will not make it go away.It is
time to do the sensible thing.We the people want this.I'd appreciate your thoughts on the matter and look forward to Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 14:10 Paul Hubenthal seeing this action approved.Paul Hubenthal Range
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-Parley's Gun Range Proposal-ParleysGunrange.Com made a proposal to Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall to re-lease
the range.The proposal includes provisions for cleaning up the lead bullets discharged onto the property,which would be
accomplished at no cost to the city.It also includes provisions for purchasing fire suppression equipment and purchasing$2
million in range insurance coverage,which the range never had in the past.A cleanup has not occurred in the fifty years the
range has been in operation If Salt Lake City does not re-open the Parley range,then the city is violating the federal CERCLA
statute and EPA's regulations concerning final remediation of the property.-Final remediation Requirements-EPA's
regulations for final remediation of a shooting range require the property to be returned to natural state.This will include
working with state authorities to meet the applicable regulations,which will be expensive.ParleysGunrange.Com estimates
the cost to Salt Lake City taxpayers to restore this property will be three to ten million dollars.ParleysGunrange.Com's
proposal to Salt Lake City would restore the property to 95%lead free condition and provide fire risk management including
providing fire-fighting equipment for the range.An important aspect of our proposal to the city is that a reopened shooting
range will provide a facility for law enforcement training that is desperately needed.In addition,ParleysGunrange.Com would
create an environmental fund paid for by the users of the range that would accumulate over the term of the lease to pay for
the final EPA-required cleanup,which currently is the responsibility of the city.This a win win situation for all.The alternative Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 14:14 Rachael Yensen would open up SLC to Federal and EPA oversite and cost your constituents millions.Thank you! Range
ParleysGunrange.Com made a proposal to Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall to re-lease the range.The proposal includes
provisions for cleaning up the lead bullets discharged onto the property,which would be accomplished at NO COST to the
city.It also includes provisions for purchasing fire suppression equipment and purchasing$2 million in range insurance
coverage,which the range never had in the past.A cleanup has not occurred in the fifty years the range has been in
operation.In addition,ParleysGunrange.Com would create an environmental fund paid for by the users of the range that
would accumulate over the term of the lease to pay for the final EPA-required cleanup,which currently is the responsibility
of the city.Why is Mayor Erin Menenhall going to impose 50 years of lead cleanup liability(2 million-10 million)on SLC
taxpayers for a liability created by a private corporation?As one of your constituents I am NOT happy about this.I am sure
none of your other constituents will be when they find out.If Salt Lake City does not re-open the Parley range,then the city is
violating the federal CERCLA statute and EPA's regulations concerning final remediation of the property.So a cleanup at NO
COST to the city,OR a 2 to 10 million dollar LIABILITY put on SLC taxpayers from a private corporation.As one of your Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 14:16 Adam T constituents in SLC this is something that should not even be up for debate.Watching.Appreciate your service. Range
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Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 14:18 K WINSOR Please support law enforcement training,there's no reason not to accept this proposal Range
Madam Mayor and Council Members,Parley Canyon Gun Range operated for approximately fifty years and was used by both
the public and Salt Lake police agencies.Thus,it has proven to be a viable public resource that should be available to the
public as well as local agencies that have a proven need.Parleysgunrange.com has the experience and capability to re-open
the range,provide public benefit,and eliminate exposure to the Salt Lake taxpayers to massive environmental liabilities that
would be incurred should the City and or County attempt to abandon the range or sell the property.Love Canal is a horrible
example of a land sale gone wrong.The EPA is a Federal agency with decades of experience in mitigating environmental
damage and assessing appropriate penalties which would fall on the local tax payers if such an assessment was made.On the
other hand,the proposed lessors of the property would assume responsibility for mitigation(mostly lead contaminates that
accumulated during the previous fifty year operation)and improvements to the facility.If the range reopens,the Public,City,
and local using agencies would be the clear winner.As an added attraction,it should be noted that shooting events are part Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 14:21 Jerome Borden of the Olympic Games,should they return to Utah.Yours Truly,Jerome C.Borden Range
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To:All addressees From:Craig Gleason(Lt.Retired,SLCPD)Via:Email SUBJ:TOP NOTCH FIREARMS TRANING PREVENTS
UNNEEDED USE OF FORCE—AND REQUIRES RANGE FACILITIES Thank you in advance,for your time,and open mind as you
read my comments.I would concede I am mistaken about many things as an ongoing process of living life—but—in these
particular matters I have some very applicable training and experience,and ask you let me bend your ear.I spent 28.5 years
as a SLC Police Officer.I had ZERO(0.0),complaints from any member of the public in regards to my interaction on any call
for service.I can attest that the early to middle 90s were a waterfall of crime,and gang crime and drive bys,and I spent years
out at the tip of the law enforcement spear.I was AT Alta View Hospital in the hallway when the gas came drifting down the
stairs.I was on a rifle at the Taco Bell hostage crisis,looking at Gino Montoya through a scope.I made entry at SLC Library
hostage crisis,as the gunfire lit off.I was on the entry team that formed up at the KSL shooting.I was there at the Church
genealogy shooting,and at Trolly Sq.All these events stretch across decades of time,to my last call as a SLC Police Officer
Lieutenant,Watch Commander)where I made what I believe was about a 32 yd shot on a constantly moving,man with a
rifle who had just postured in a manner that filled me with the belief he was about to attempt to shoot me in the head.(That
man had just shot two other people,and had sent a volley of shots with deadly intent at SLC Police Officers.He was in a
neighborhood chock full of innocents.It's a good wager,that the skills and abilities that I brought to the table that day,kept
me and my troops and the people in the area from serious injury or death. Stretched across this constellation of events,are
thousands and thousands and thousands of calls for service.Men with guns,homicides,stabbings,gang fights,car crashes,
domestic violence,runaways,suspicious person....and so on and so on.I chased people in cars and on foot.I hit people
with batons,and sprayed them with chemical agents.I fought and wrestled and took into custody who knows how many Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 14:23 Craig Gleason people—*Continued 1/2* Range
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*Continued 2/2*AND did it in a manner that not a ONE of them,or their family or friends or any other citizen who observed
what happened felt moved to call and lodge a complaint.When one is a commercial pilot,one spends time in the simulator.
That time isn't spent cruising on auto pilot from JFK,to LAX.Bad things happen.Gear fails,flaps malfunction,systems crash
and via repetition and error in scenarios,those pilots build themselves a deep,wide base of training and experience that
makes them competent and capable across the spectrum of skills needed in their job.This IS EXACTLY,what happens when
LE Officers spend time in"worst case,"scenarios in top notch training as it applies to firearms.These skills are not separate
from each other.One doesn't"guess"correctly and reach into your bag of"tools,"and pick arrest control,or deadly force,or
verbal skills and get a correct answer.The real world is fluid and dynamic and requires officers to move across the force
spectrum smoothly and professionally.To do that,they MUST be exposed to ongoing training of that nature.That training
MUST include firearms/use of force or you are sending people out to be"pilots,"and specifically excluding them from
training that applies to when the plane is trying to crash.As I described earlier,I think it fair to say I have been sprinting
toward trouble for the duration of the SLC career.I sincerely and emphatically believe that it was the superior"force,"
training that I had via SLC PD,and sought out on my own that allowed me to be in all these high risk situations and get
consistently positive outcomes with professional choices about what"force,"to use.Part of(and it's a critical piece)of top
notch use of force training is the technical skill of firearms,and that requires range facilities.If you deny those cops the assets
they need to experience quality,real world scenario training on use of force it WILL show up in long term trends on force and
complaints.Competent,professional,well trained cops who are confident in their skills make BETTER choices.Let them have
Craig Gleason the things they need,and one of those things is a range facility to train on.Respectfully Submitted,C.Gleason
Parley's gun range has a wonderful history and a great future.I would like to see the range re-opened.Thank you for your Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 14:25 Michael Schultz consideration. Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com
<http://parleysgunrange.com/>."This will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and
government users.This is a cost-effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option
than permanent closure will incur huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you,Rob Orullian Sent from Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 16:42 Rob Orullian my iPad Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials,I would like to respectfully urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to
"ParleysGunRange.Com."This will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and
government users.This is a cost-effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 16:43 Grant Pierce than permanent closure will incur huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you,Grant Pierce Range
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Council Member Fowler,I am writing to ask for your support in approving a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to
"ParleysGunRange.Com<http://parleysgunrange.com/>."This will provide needed facilities for gun safety training
opportunities for public and government users alike.This is a cost-effective,common sense use of an irreplaceable asset.This
is much more responsible option than a permanent closure which will incur huge costs to the City for environmental
compliance.Thank you for your service to the community as Council Member.Thank you for thoughtfully considering this Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 16:46 Alan Peterson matter,Alan Peterson Range
We need to focus on infrastructure by opening up Parley's Gun Range and ending practices that force minorities and women
to drive long distances to the unprotected desert where access to water is limited and they are put at additional risk.Please Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 16:48 Paul Hubenthal act now.P.Hubenthal Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is much more responsible option than permanent closure will incur Parley's Shooting
4/9/2021 16:50 Julia Gasperini huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.Julia Gasperini Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials,I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is a much more responsible option than permanent closure which
will incur huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.And we all know who will ultimately pay those huge costs;the
tax payers.I have personally used that range with my children in the past and would appreciate being able to take my
grandkids there in the future.Shooting ranges are great places to teach responsible firearm handling and safety.Thank you Parley's Shooting
4/12/2021 16:40 Gordon Brokaw for your consideration.Respectfully,Gordon Brokaw Range
Dear SLC Mayor and City Council,I want to express my support for reopening the Parley's Canyon Shooting Range formerly
known as the PMAA range.The loss of this convenient and well-used facility has negatively impacted the ability of the
shooting community to safely enjoy this activity at a reasonable distance from Salt Lake City.It also relieved the pressure on
the only other outdoor facility on the west side of the city.I strongly encourage you to consider the reasonable proposal
made by ParleysGunrange.com.Shooters wishing to enjoy their sport must travel longer distances and often resort to using Parley's Shooting
4/12/2021 16:43 David KEAHEY BLM lands where the associated fire danger is greater.Please reopen the Parley's Canyon shooting range.Dave Keahey Range
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Dear elected representative,I have enjoyed training at the Parley's Gun Range in past years.This is a great asset.Please
accept the plan that has been presented to responsibly manage the Parley's Range and allow many responsible citizens the
use the facility....government of the people,by the people,and for the people...Sincerely,Derek G.Christensen South Parley's Shooting
4/12/2021 16:44 Derek Christensen Jordan,UT Sent from Mail<https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?Linkld=550986>for Windows 10 Range
Dear Salt Lake City Officials-I urge you to support a lease of the Parleys Canyon Gun Range to"ParleysGunRange.Com."This
will provide needed facilities for gun safety training opportunities for the public and government users.This is a cost-
effective,common sense use of irreplaceable assets.This is a much more responsible option than permanent closure which Parley's Shooting
4/12/2021 16:46 Duane Smith will incur huge costs to the City for environmental compliance.Thank you.Duane Smith Range
The methodology problems aside,your statement that"his overall findings aren't wrong",is the most important and
disappointing fact.How can policing resources be reduced in the face of these statistics?When my wife and I moved to Salt
Lake City in 2001,I proudly and confidently told friends and family in Ohio,where we had previously lived for 30 years that
Salt Lake City is one of the only major cities in the country where we would feel comfortable living so close to the it's
downtown.I was thinking of Columbus and Cleveland,Ohio for example.I felt pretty foolish for having said that as we sat on
our front porch and watched and listened to the chaos that was taking place throughout downtown and at the Capitol
building during the recent protests.Freedom of assembly and speech are protected rights,but the property damage and
other criminal activity that accompanied the protests are not.These crime statistics,however flawed in terms of
methodology,tell a story that the problem goes well beyond the sound and fury generated by a few hundred protestors.
Please don't let Salt Lake City become Portland,Chicago,Minneapolis or just another American city that inspires families to
flee to the safety of its suburbs.Salt Lake City should aspire to set a standard of success that serves as a model for others.It
can be a liberal city without being a lawless city,but to do so will require adequate policing resources that are actually
4/7/2021 11:18 Thomas Keen utilized and responsibly led by their civilian masters.Thomas W.and Lynn A.Keen Police Funding
Hello my name is Mia and I am a resident of Salt Lake City.I am writing to urge the City Council to vote against Budget
Amendment No.7.I am particularly against any increases to the Police Department budget.This issue is important to me
because historically the police use extra funds to brutalize homeless people and Black and Indigenous people with no
accountability.Rather than give an additional$1.4 million from the General Fund to the police,I would like the city to fund
pricing supplies and shelter to the homeless community and treat them with the respect they deserve.Please remember the
4/7/2021 13:27 Mia White promises you made last summer to decrease the police department budget.Thank you for your time and attention. Police Funding
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Hello my name is Devin Boyle and as a resident of Salt Lake City I am astounded that after everything that has transpired in
the wake of the BLM movement this past summer,that SLC council would consider granting the SLCPD a budget increase of
$1.4 million from the General Fund to the police.We know that the easiest step into creating a more equitable world is to
allocate resources to those who need them,rather than over policing.We need more social workers,more homeless
resource centers,food banks,etc.Criminalizing homeless people does not solve the problem,we as a community should
provide them with resources.Please remember the promises you made last summer to decrease the police department
4/7/2021 13:29 Devin Boyle budget.Thank you for your time and attention.Devin Boyle Police Funding
Hello my name is Alexsis Lever and I am a resident of Salt Lake City.I am writing to urge the City Council to vote against
Budget Amendment No.7.I am particularly against any increases to the Police Department budget,despite having a family
member in the SLCPD.This issue is important to me because not only is the police force directly historically constructed
purely for racist means,but also because I do not feel that Salt Lake City's actions meant to help homeless people,improve
our air quality,protect the gorgeous environments within the state,and increasing accessibility via improved public transit
are sufficient.Rather than give an additional$1.4 million from the General Fund to the police,I would like the city to fund
homeless relief programs such as affordable housing,rehab,and potentially aiding in the job search.I would like the city to
fund environmentally conscious public transit plans that protect our canyons,such as that proposed by Save Our Canyons.I
would like the city to utilize the funds to push for companies to reduce their emissions to improve our air quality.Please
remember the promises you made last summer to decrease the police department budget.Promises are not enough if the
4/7/2021 13:30 Alexsis Lever following actions go against them.Thank you for your time and attention.Sincerely,Alexsis Lever Police Funding
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Hello,My name is Madi Sudweeks and I am a resident of Salt Lake City District S.I am writing to urge the City Council to vote
against Budget Amendment No.7.I am particularly against any increases to the Police Department budget.This issue is
important to me because I am a social worker who focuses largely on the disparities that exist in opportunity based on race
and class in our region.I have seen firsthand the systemic violence that folks experience in many facets,but clearly in the
criminal legal system which disproportionately affects communities of color.Criminal legal intervention is too often used in
cases that do not require it and those interactions can be dangerous and leave a lasting impact on the well-being of our
community members.There are countless other interventions that could more effectively and sustainably address issues our
community face than policing.Rather than give an additional$1.4 million from the General Fund to the police,I would like
the city to fund public transportation,affordable housing,public health efforts,and other systems-level change issues that
will truly make our communities more safe and healthy to live in.Please remember the promises you made last summer to
decrease the police department budget and hold yourselves accountable to those commitments.Thank you for your time
4/7/2021 13:31 Madison Sudweeks and attention.--Madison Sudweeks Police Funding
Hello my name is Rylee Marron and I am a resident of Salt Lake City.I am writing to urge the City Council to vote against
Budget Amendment No.7.1 am particularly against any increases to the Police Department budget.As a volunteer in the
unsheltered community,the police do not need more money to displace unhoused folks and to do nothing helpful but push
people around.Rather than give an additional$1.4 million from the General Fund to the police,I would like the city to fund
more programs and education for the unsheltered community.Please remember the promises you made last summer to
4/7/2021 13:32 Rylee Marron decrease the police department budget.Thank you for your time and attention.Thank you,Rylee Marron Police Funding
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Dear Salt Lake City Council,My name is James Miska and I am a homeowner,small business owner(tour operator),and
resident of Salt Lake City.I am writing to urge you as my elected City Council to vote against Budget Amendment No.7.I am
specifically not in support of any increases whatsoever to the Police Department budget.This has been an ongoing important
issue to me because citizens of our city were promised a decrease in police funding as a result of ongoing peaceful protests
last year,some of which I was proudly a part of.Many of the people who have been killed by police,many of which whose
likenesses cover multiple walls upon the building at 800 South 300 West had suffered from mental illness/es,and police were
responsible for acting poorly and murderously toward those folks(and more).Had the City poured more money in the past
into hiring Social Workers and those trained to help folks with mental illnesses(as we have since been promised),especially
unsheltered folks,then these deaths could have been avoided.I would hope that it's the aim of everyone upon City Council's
aim to avoid future injuries and deaths at the hands of police,who seem to notoriously have poor judgment in spontaneous
situations(which is what seems to be demanded of them,as police!).Rather than give an additional$1.4 million from the
General Fund to the police for the many reasons already outlined(such as an absurd$537,337 for so-called"Protest Costs"),I
would like the city to fund community organizations that pursue restorative justice within their communities,such as The
Rose Park Brown Berets(https://www.instagram.com/rosepark_brownberets/)or Decarcerate Utah
(https://www.decarcerateutah.org/)or the hiring of trained social workers that can de-escalate situations,or would not be as
likely to escalate a situation in the first place,which is what so many of SLC's police officers already do.Please remember the
promises you made last summer to decrease the police department budget.Thank you for your time and attention.
4/7/2021 13:33 James Miska Sincerely,James Miska Police Funding
Hello my name is Ciana Bataineh and I am a resident of Salt Lake City.I am writing to urge the City Council to vote against
Budget Amendment No.7.I am particularly against any increases to the Police Department budget.This issue is important to
me because homeless populations often don't have the resources to seek help when they are abused by police.It's very
important to me that homeless people have LESS police interaction,not more.Being poor is not illegal and should not be
treated as such.Rather than give an additional$1.4 million from the General Fund to the police,I would like the city to fund
services for the homeless that do not include police interaction.I want to see more mental health treatment,housing,
shelters,and food for the homeless.The police do not need more money to break up homeless camps when homeless people
have nowhere to go.Please remember the promises you made last summer to decrease the police department budget.We
4/7/2021 13:33 Ciana Bataineh are still here,paying attention to what you do.Thank you for your time and attention.Ciana Bataineh Police Funding
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Hello my name is Ciana Bataineh and I am a resident of Salt Lake City.I am writing to urge the City Council to vote against
Budget Amendment No.7.I am particularly against any increases to the Police Department budget.This issue is important to
me because homeless populations often don't have the resources to seek help when they are abused by police.It's very
important to me that homeless people have LESS police interaction,not more.Being poor is not illegal and should not be
treated as such.Rather than give an additional$1.4 million from the General Fund to the police,I would like the city to fund
services for the homeless that do not include police interaction.I want to see more mental health treatment,housing,
shelters,and food for the homeless.The police do not need more money to break up homeless camps when homeless people
have nowhere to go.Please remember the promises you made last summer to decrease the police department budget.We
4/7/2021 13:34 Ciana Bataineh are still here,paying attention to what you do.Thank you for your time and attention.Ciana Bataineh Police Funding
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Hello,My name is Sally Goodger and I work in Salt Lake City doing administrative work for a homeless service provider.I am
writing to urge the City Council to vote against Budget Amendment No.7.Increases to the police budget will not solve the
problems facing Salt Lake City,particularly the issue of homelessness.Having worked in the housing and homelessness
sector,I have seen first hand,as well as have connected with colleagues across the country who see the same thing,that an
increase of police presence does not help address the issue of homelessness or improve the lives of our unhoused neighbors.
The$650,000 budgeted in Amendment No.7 for police participation in the Community Connection Program could be much
better spent on providing even more mental health services,substance abuse treatment,food,and particularly shelter and
housing.Studies have shown that a Housing First model-where we focus on getting people housed quickly,regardless of
what other issues they are facing(mental illness,substance abuse,etc.)-is the most effective way to reduce homelessness in
communities.The Housing First Fact Sheet published by the National Alliance to End Homelessness states the following:"A
variety of studies have shown that between 75 and 91 percent of households remain housed a year after being rapidly re-
housed."Furthermore,"Providing access to housing generally results in cost savings for communities because housed people
are less likely to use emergency services,including hospitals,jails,and emergency shelter,than those who are homeless.One
study found an average cost savings on emergency services of$31,545 per person housed in a Housing First program over the
course of two years."Rather than investing this$650,000 on police services,if we put that money towards housing and
connecting people with housing providers and services,we can not only provide the housing our neighbors deserve,but we
can save money in the long run that can be further invested in our community.I have repeatedly heard the City and the
Health Department express concerns about the health and safety of homeless encampments across the city,particularly
during the COVID-19 pandemic.Providing more housing is a much more effective and ethical way to address these concerns
and keep those living in the encampments safe than periodically"cleaning up"and"sweeping"the camps.Everyone deserves
a place to live.Housing is a basic human right and it is within the ability of the City Council to invest money towards housing
as many people as possible.Here is the report I've referenced:http://endhomelessness.org/wp-
content/uploads/2016/04/housing-first-fact-sheet.pdf Additionally,in Budget Amendment No.7 the$1,589,008 that would
4/7/2021 13:42 Sally Goodger move social worker funding back to the police should remain with the social workers.*Continued 1/2* Police Funding
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*Continued 2/2*More will be accomplished for the members of our community who are struggling by having well funded
social workers than by having more money funneled into an already well-funded police department.Police only respond to
crisis with punishment-arrest,fines,citations.Social workers can build relationships with at risk members of the community
and connect them to services such as housing programs,substance abuse treatment,mental health services,physical health
services,childcare,education,employment training,etc.These services will ultimately improve the lives of those at risk and
enable them to become stable.This is a much more ideal outcome for those individuals and for our community,rather than
more encounters with the police and the criminal justice system.These are just two instances of ways the money in Budget
Amendment No.7 is better spent providing necessary services to our community.However,every dollar outlined in this
amendment could be better utilized providing necessary services.And the services I have mentioned throughout this email
are necessary.Housing,healthcare,access to food,substance abuse treatment,mental health services-everyone in our city
should have access to these.These are basic rights and,again,it is well within the power of the City Council to invest money
in them.Especially since last summer the Council promised to decrease the police department budget.Please keep that
promise.Please vote against Budget Amendment No.7 and put this money to much better use for our city.Thank you for
Sally Goodger your time and your attention.Kind regards,Sally Goodger
Hello,My name is Timothy Dalton and I am a Salt Lake City resident in the People's Freeway neighborhood.I am writing to
urge the City Council to vote against Budget Amendment No.7.I am personally and especially against*any*increases to the
Police Department budget.This issue is particularly important to me because my neighborhood has been the site of many
enclaves of unhoused people,which have repeatedly been destroyed by the city.The police are constantly blocking traffic,
harassing unhoused residents,and inconveniencing us.No matter how much tax revenue we pour into them,they never
solve the problem.These unhoused people are pushed around to different parts of my neighborhood but it never helps their
situation.Rather than give an additional$1.4 million from the General Fund to the police,I would like the city to fund
another public housing program to solve the unhoused crisis facing our community.Destroying camps and pushing people
around*does not work*.Giving people an apartment to live in*does*,and for much cheaper.Please remember the
promises you made last summer to decrease the police department budget-your constituents do.Thank you for your time
4/7/2021 13:47 Timothy Dalton and attention.Timothy Dalton People's Freeway,Salt Lake City,UT Police Funding
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Police at camp abatements stand around and talk about their weekend plans.One suv detective told me he did not want to
be there but his supervisor made.Do you know how many survivors of sexual violence don't want that suv detective
displacing people without shelter when he could be fighting for their justice.My daughters suv detective hung up on me and
said he didn't have time because he had to go find a missing old man with Alzheimer's.This is why 1 and 10 children are
sexually abused in Utah because they get away with it.All I see is a mayor who let a police agency get away with shooting
someone in the back 34 times and then let them get away with shooting a 13 year old child and now he doesn't have an arm.
And all she cares about is giving these same guys money to keep people without shelter away from her over priced
4/7/2021 13:49 Jessica Eichbauer apartments.Give the money to survivors of sexual violence for SAAM(April is sexual assault awareness month) Police Funding
Jace would like to urge the Council to vote against Budget Amendment#7.He is concerned about the increase in PD funds.
Does not like the funding to cover the protest.He works to teache pedestrian and bicycle saftey.He is concerned about the
increase in bike/pedestrian budget for the PD he doesn't believe the program warrents an increase in budget.He worked
with the PD for the Road Respect program and left early two years in a row because of the behavior of the PD.He would like
4/7/2021 14:45 John Doe to see the money routed anywhere else there might be saftey concerns instead of going to the PD. Police Funding
Dear City Council,My name is Cyan Larson,a resident of the greater Salt Lake City.I am writing to you all to urge you to deny
amendment 7 for the new budget;the amendment that gives 1.4 million dollars to the police.I am asking you all to vote
against this amendment because increased police presence means increase of police brutality incidents.Their has been a lot
of data to show that giving more money to the police to diversify or train them does not work to decrease police brutality.
Further,I feel unsafe with a police presence at free speech events since they overwhelm crowds that are majority unarmed.
When the police are at these events,they choke free speech,they instill a police state,which is reflective of a fascist state.
When police have shown up to my door for mental health checks,they have minimized my problems and overall responded
in a negative way to my crisis situations.They should not be showing up for mental health crisis interventions-an increased
police presence means to me that there will be more negative experiences by me and others in crisis.Thank you for your
time,A lot of us have emailed you all to defund the police,which means for them to stay defunded and ultimately unfunded.
Please vote against amendment 7 and listen to the majority of us instead of singular figure heads that dont believe in
4/8/2021 15:35 Cyan Larson defunding the police.Cyan Larson Police Funding
Hi Andrew I just wanted to ask you to consider voting in favor of RCV as I believe it will make elections more civil and less
vindictive.The candidates have to appeal to a broad range of constituents.RCV will save our city money because we won't
need primaries.RCV is intuitive.Everyone knows how to make choices in order of preference.We need to make a change.
4/7/2021 10:01 Dianne Budig Please help to make this happen.Dianne Budig Ranked Choice Voting
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Hi Darin,Carol,a D5 resident,calls to urge you to vote in favor of Ranked Choice Voting.Here are her reasons why:-Appeals
to a broader range of constituents;-Allows a vote to count more when their first candidate is not chosen;and-It moves
people to the middle rather than just holding up for extreme positions.No call back was needed and I'll add this to the RCV
4/7/2021 13:55 Carol Blackwell matrix. Ranked Choice Voting
Please pass on my request for support for ranked choice voting.It gives the voter the most power.Thank you,Marianne K.
4/7/2021 21:16 Marianne O'Brien O'Brien Ranked Choice Voting
4/8/2021 5:25 Kathy Adams Dan Dugan is my City Council member,please opt in for RCV Ranked Choice Voting
Ranked Choice Voting Ms.Valdemoros-You were absent for the RCV discussion in the Work Session on Tues,so I---a
constituent of.yours---do not know where you stand on the suj,or how you will vote on April 20th.I URGE YOU to vote in
favor of using RCV for Salt Lake's elections in Nov.2021.The education materials are prepared and available--with State
money to pay for them!-and the cost to the City of a RCV election vs.a traditional election saves over$50,000,PLUS-voter
turn-oyt goes up,voter confidence that their vote counts goes up,and campaigns are more civil.All positive.Please vote YES
4/8/2021 10:23 Nancy McHugh !--Nancy Alice McHugh Salt Lake City,UT 84102 Ranked Choice Voting
I am a resident of District 3 and I would like to encourage the adoption of Ranked Choice Voting(RCV)in November.RCV
allows my vote to count even if my first choice doesn't win.RCV helps to make politics more civil because candidates hve to
appeal to a broader base of voters in order to win.The city will save money because we won't need primaries.Finally,it is
4/8/2021 13:45 Emily Swanson intuitive,everyone knows how to make choices in order of preference.Thanks for your time and consideration. Ranked Choice Voting
Hello,I strongly urge the Council to support a trial of Ranked Choice Voting in Salt Lake City.In our heavily gerrymandered
4/8/2021 15:34 Margie Mccloy region,this is one step toward an individual feeling h/she has an electoral voice.Best,Marjorie McCloy Ranked Choice Voting
I am writing to encourage a vote in favor of ranked choice voting!Thank you for considering this issue.I look forward to
4/8/2021 15:44 Olivia Burton seeing the results of the vote. Ranked Choice Voting
4/8/2021 16:03 Brian Vance I supoort salt lake adopting ranked choice voting. Ranked Choice Voting
Ranked choice voting is the right choice for Salt Lake,for Utah,and for America!This voting process will help strengthen our
4/8/2021 16:04 Wesley Reid democracy and ensure that all voters truly have a voice!Vote yes for ranked choice voting! Ranked Choice Voting
Greetings Council member Wharton:I live at-Salt Lake City,UT 84103 and strongly favor ranked choice voting
because I feel it will save on the cost of primaries and allow my voice to be heard,even if my first choice doesn't win.I urge
4/9/2021 11:28 Elizabeth Zeldes you to opt in to try ranked choice voting in November.Thank you,Elizabeth Ranked Choice Voting
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I am writing to ask your support for Ranked Choice Voting(RCV).RCV has many advantages but the one I am most interested
in is the possibility that it will lead to candidates who appeal to moderate voters,not just those at the extremes.Campaigns
are also likely to be more issue oriented under this system as candidates will be motivated to not alienate likely voters of
4/9/2021 11:29 Kate L Lambert their opponents.Kate Lambert Ranked Choice Voting
Hi,Councilmember Mano,I'm a long-time supporter of ranked choice voting,and I'm excited that the Council will be
considering it.Ranked choice voting lets citizens vote their conscience to support the candidates they genuinely prefer.I
4/9/2021 15:48 Carrie Ulrich hope you'll support ranked choice voting when it comes up for discussion.Regards,Carrie Ulrich Ranked Choice Voting
4/10/2021 8:50 Jacob Cloward I just want to express my support for ranked choice voting! Ranked Choice Voting
Council,I am the co-Chair of Salt Lake Indivisible,a local grassroots political organization of about 2500 active members in
Salt Lake City.Over the last 2 years one of our top priorities has been the implementation of Ranked Choice voting.We have
spent countless hours at the city,state,and county levels working on this initiative,and it is out utmost hope and expectation
that the council pass it unanimously.I won't go over why RCV is one of the most positive things that the council can do right
now,because I am sure you already know that.I'm glad to do so if you want.Our commitment to you is to prioritize
education on RCV once it is passed.Please know that SLI views a yes vote on RCV as a prerequisite to our support.As an
organization whose primary goal is the protection of democratic institutions,we will oppose candidates who stand in the way
of reforms that expand the franchise,promote free and fair elections,and reflect the will of voters.RCV is such a reform.I
4/12/2021 9:02 Gregg Schultz hope you all do the right thing.Gregg Schultz Salt Lake Indivisible Ranked Choice Voting
Hi Councilwoman Valdemoros,I am a constituent of yours living on 100s a few blocks east of City Creek.I am writing to
hopefully encourage your support of the ranked choice voting proposal the council will vote on soon.With ranked choice
voting,voters will feel like their voice has been acknowledged,and with the winner gaining a majority of votes,ranked choice
voting will also foster increased democracy in SLC's 4th district by encouraging people to vote for who they believe in and not
4/12/2021 12:02 Logan G Affleck "the lesser of two evils."Thank you for taking the time to read my email!Thanks,Logan G.Affleck Ranked Choice Voting
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Dear Ms.Valdemoros,I write in support of implementing a ranked-choice voting system in our city.I saw that you will be
considering and voting on a proposal on joining the pilot program in your April 20th city council meeting.I am 22 years old
and a second-year student at the University of Utah,currently living in the Sunnyside area.As a political science and
economics major,I have been able to look at a wide variety of voting procedures and institutions.From this research,I have
become increasingly convinced that RCV is one of the best procedures for ensuring accurate representation.I am increasingly
concerned about our toxic political dialogue and stark partisanship,and I don't believe it is indicative of the vast majority of
people's preferences.I believe RCV would allow for more issue-focused and positive campaigns,and,from my research,it
seems that the implementation costs and potential educational lag are negligible compared to the long-term positive effects
it has on democracy and a community.I admire you for your willingness to serve your community in public office.Your
service inspires me to ensure that I find ways to serve and contribute to my community as I advance in life.I know you will
make the decision that you feel will best serve your constituents,and I write as a concerned citizen that is passionate about
making democracy work for everyone,not just those at the ends of the political spectrum.I have attached a memo I
prepared for a class earlier this year on the topic of RCV.I hope it can be a resource to you as you research this pressing and
important issue.I would be very proud of my city if we could be one of the pioneering cities to implement ranked-choice
4/12/2021 12:05 Jack Jowers voting.Please reach out to me if you have any questions or if there's any way I can help.All the best,Jack Jowers Ranked Choice Voting
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Public Comments 04.07.2021-04.13.2021
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My name is Susan Sandack.I am a resident in District 7 and my comments have to do with the City Council's discussion about
Rank Choice Voting on April 6,2021.I appreciate hearing many thoughtful questions most of you raised regarding the fiscal
impact this change will have for the City Budget,timing issues during an election year,and how to eventually best educate
the public on this proposed new voting method if passed.I implore you to consider the following:•Currently spending
$120,000 on an election with a primary versus$72,000 on an election under the Rank Choice Voting method with no primary
seems the most cost efficient reason to adopt RCV.•Regarding money that the State is allocating($10,000)to cities and
municipalities assisting with community education efforts,I do not recall hearing any questions as to whether or not the
money from the state would still be available if the City Council were to decide to postpone a decision to adopt this next
year.Those incentive funds should be used now in case they go away next year.•By adopting RCV,candidates and voters are
charged with being concise.Voters are given a simplified way to learn about the candidates and make informed decisions.At
the same time,the candidates are challenged to make certain their qualifications and issues are well articulated.Candidates
should win elections based on their qualifications and how their constituents want to be represented and less on how much
money they have.We have seen it happen too many times in a general election where more than two candidates are
competing and those running behind always end up taking important votes away from one or another of the top two
candidates which results in elections too close to call.This causes expensive,laborious and unnecessary recounts and run-
offs.•Ranking choices should result in no need for a primary.It does not make sense to support RCV and schedule a primary
so that the community can ease into the voting method change.Just let it happen the way it should.The top two individual
candidates will gain more quality time to strategize their campaign platforms and outreach to the community.It only makes
4/12/2021 15:59 Susan Sandack sense to commit to this pilot program NOW during an election year and equalize the effort with no primary.*Continued 1/2*Ranked Choice Voting
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*Continued 2/2*There was mention that three current City Council Officials are up for re-election some still undecided
whether or not they even want to run for their seat again this election year.The comments to wait until newly elected
officials come on board makes no sense whatsoever.They will be too new,too green and the learning opportunities too
curved.I applaud the current Council for taking time to understanding the benefits of Rank Choice Voting.You all have had
multiple trainings and mock presentations to understand the value and methodology.You are ready to commit now—not
later because that feels easier.By postponing a decision to join this pilot program next year,the Council will lose valuable
time and resources you have already invested to understand Rank Choice Voting.•On the subject of training,you are all well
aware the League of Women Voters has arranged mock training to better understand RCV.I am certain they would be willing
to arrange more Council trainings to help see you through this transition.•Finally,the most important reason I can think of
has to do with leadership.Salt Lake City as the Capitol City for the State of Utah and should always take the lead when
change is necessary to strengthen the community.With all the discussion nationally about election compromises,steals,
fraud and suppression,it only makes sense to strengthen voter rights now by a City commitment to adopt the Rank Choice
Voting method.Please support RCV on April 20,2021 and sign up with Salt Lake County by the proposed deadline of May 10,
Susan Sandack 2021 or sooner.Thank you!Susan Sandack
Support for Ranked-Choice Voting Dear Mr.Dugan,I write in support of implementing a ranked-choice voting system in our
city.I saw that you will be considering and voting on a proposal on joining the pilot program in your April 20th city council
meeting.I am 22 years old and a second-year student at the University of Utah,currently living in your district in the
Sunnyside area.As a political science and economics major,I have been able to look at a wide variety of voting procedures
and institutions.From this research,I have become increasingly convinced that RCV is one of the best procedures for
ensuring accurate representation.I am increasingly concerned about our toxic political dialogue and stark partisanship,and I
don't believe it is indicative of the vast majority of people's preferences.I believe RCV would allow for more issue-focused
and positive campaigns,and,from my research,it seems that the implementation costs and potential educational lag are
negligible compared to the long-term positive effects it has on democracy and a community.I admire you for your willingness
to serve your community in public office.Your service inspires me to ensure that I find ways to serve and contribute to my
community as I advance in life.I know you will make the decision that you feel will best serve your constituents,and I write
as a concerned citizen that is passionate about making democracy work for everyone,not just those at the ends of the
political spectrum.I have attached a memo I prepared for a class earlier this year on the topic of RCV.I hope it can be a
resource to you as you research this pressing and important issue.I would be very proud of my city if we could be one of the
pioneering cities to implement ranked-choice voting.Please reach out to me if you have any questions or if there's any way I
4/13/2021 8:45 Jack lowers can help.All the best,Jack lowers--Jack lowers— Ranked Choice Voting
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Good Evening,Council Members:My name is Sarah J.Balland and I live in District 1.I have one general comment to submit
for the record during this evening's meeting,which I will also be delivering on the record during the general comment portion
of the meeting.My comment is a follow-up to the March 16th council formal meeting discussing the RMF 30 item;at
approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes into that discussion,you will recall that Council Member Johnson made a point of
personal privilege and mentioned inclusionary zoning as part of the list of items he would like to see the council explore
throughout the continuance of future RMF 30 conversations.I want to express support for the council to follow-up on
inclusionary zoning at the state level;I hope that Salt Lake City is actively pursuing statewide inclusionary zoning again for the
2022 General Legislative Session.With the Utah Legislative interim right around the corner and the Legislative Management
Committee meeting next Wednesday,April 14th to discuss legislative interim committee study item assignments for the year,
I and many others will be paying attention to see that inclusionary zoning is one of the study items that cities in Utah take up
4/7/2021 13:36 Sarah 1 Balland with the state over the course of the next interim.Thank You,Sarah RMF-30
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March 7, 2021
Re: Ivory Homes Application to Rezone 675 North F Street
Dear Daniel Echeverria, Senior Planner, Mayor Erin Mendenhall, and Council Member Chris
Wharton,
There are many misstatements and inaccuracies in Ivory Homes' revised submission dated
January 26, 2021. One such item is Appendix G: Surrounding Zoning Designations and Land
Uses (Page 28). Deliberately or otherwise, Ivory seeks to portray existing development as of far
greater density than it actually is and thereby assert that their high-density proposal fits in when
it does not. They write:
"With the exception of the western boundary, the surrounding land uses are much more
dense than what could be built on the subject property under the current zone. Adjoining
this property to the north is a 49 unit gated, attached condominium community. The
southern neighbor is a five story, stacked condominium complex zoned RMF-35, arguably
the most dense zoning island of property in the area."
On the diagram on the same page they describe The Meridien as a "57 Unit Multistory
Condominium Community".
The above statements are incorrect with regard to both Northpoint and The Meridien.
Current zoning for 675 North F Street is FR-3 12,000 Foothills Residential District, which was
enacted in 1995. This prescribes a minimum lot size of 12,000 square feet, limiting
development to protect the sensitive foothills environment. This equates to 3.63 dwellings per
acre.
To the north is Northpoint Estates, built in the early to mid 1980s, which predates FR-3 zoning.
The 49-unit Northpoint sits on 13.28 acres giving it a density of 3.69 dwellings per acre, very
much in line with current FR-3 zoning density.
To the south is The Meridien which was a conversion of the old Veterans Administration
Hospital to condominiums in 2006. Ivory states that this contains 57 units -- this is incorrect. The
old Veterans Administration Hospital conversion was permitted in two sections, The Meridien
and The Annex, now renamed the Wright Building. Both were rehabilitated under a development
agreement that restricted the number of units. The development agreement allowed 29 units for
The Meridien and 7 units for the Annex for a total of 36 units, not 57. Some units in The
Meridien have now been combined such that today it contains only 26 units and the Wright
Building, currently under development, will contain only 4 units, for a combined total of 30 units.
The actual number of dwelling units and thus the density is around half of that stated by Ivory in
Appendix G.
The Meridien sits on 3.83 acres and the Wright Building on 1.82 acres for a combined total of
5.66 acres, giving a permitted density of 6.36 dwellings per acre and an actual density of 5.30
dwelling units per acre. Ivory's revised proposal has 35 dwellings, a mix of single-family homes
and ADUs, on 3.20 acres for a density of 10.94 dwellings per acre making Ivory's proposed
development of far greater density than either of these neighboring developments.
Please note that all acreages include roads which represents the fairest method of comparison,
particularly since both Ivory's development and The Meridien will use Capitol Park Avenue,
which is owned by The Meridien. We are also considering an Accessory Dwelling Unit as a
dwelling unit. Each of these ADUs that Ivory proposes will have their own entrance, garage,
and people and likely have separate utilities and addresses. Although this does not seem in
any way incorrect to us and we believe we were given guidance by the Planning Division that
this is accurate, we observe that Ivory does not follow this practice.
The density of The Meridien/Wright Building, which is the only exception made to the FR-3
zoning in the locale, does exceed that of FR-3 but this must be put in context. This exemption
was granted to preserve a beautiful 1932 neoclassical building listed on the National Registry of
Historic Places. Preserving the old Veterans Administration Hospital honors the important role
this prominent landmark has played in our city's history. This building was becoming derelict
and its restoration was widely welcomed by the neighboring residents. This is in distinct contrast
to the almost unanimous opposition to Ivory's proposal within the community. It should also be
noted that The Meridien gets its density in a totally different way. As a five-story building, it has
a far lower impact on the land, facilitating extensive landscaping and setbacks that allow it to
blend into the neighborhood in a way that Ivory's overly dense development with 26 structures,
minimal setbacks and limited green space does not.
Thus, the information Ivory has provided on the density of the developments to the north and
south of their property is clearly inaccurate. These inaccuracies are reiterated by Professor
Nelson in Appendix N, page 143.
Indeed, the density of Ivory's development in terms of dwelling units is almost three times as
dense as Northpoint and almost two times as dense as the combination of The Meridien and the
Wright Building. Ivory's analysis of comparative density of neighboring developments is grossly
inaccurate and provides no justification for a rezone.
Sincerely,
Alan B. Hayes, Northpoint Estates
Peter Wright, The Meridien
Mr. Daniel Echeverria March 16, 2021
Senior Planner
Salt Lake City Planning Division
Dear Mr. Echeverria,
At the Greater Avenues Community Council meeting on March 3, Chris Gamvroulos of
Ivory Homes rejected the idea of putting ADUs on custom homes at 675 North F Street. Peter
Wright of the Preserve Our Avenues Zoning Coalition (POAZC) had argued in his presentation
that under FR-3, Ivory could build 11 custom homes and up to 11 ADUs for a total of up to 22
dwelling units on this plot and this was a sensible compromise position between the original 11
single family homes that FR-3 dictated and Ivory's proposal. In response to a question, Chris
Gamvroulos stated bluntly that no one building a custom home will want an ADU in this
development. I think that response is inaccurate and self-serving. Do people of means not
have situations where they want a family member to live with them, but still be in independent
quarters? Do people who can afford a custom home not have a need for live-in caregivers as
they age? What if a U professor wanted a rental ADU to house graduate students or
international students? What if having some rental income would make it possible for someone
to buy a nicer home? In fact, in the July 2020 GACC meeting during the Q&A, Mr. Gamvroulos
had said that Ivory would also put ADUs on the five custom homes on F Street. So now Mr.
Gamvroulos is rejecting completely the validity of the compromise position of up to 22 dwelling
units on this plot.
In fact, I happen to know of at least one of the custom homes on 12th Avenue in the
Capitol Park development that has such a mother-in-law apartment. And I have another friend
who is building an ADU onto a very nice home on Scenic Drive above Wasatch Boulevard so that
his son's family can live close by, but in separate quarters.
When local people move into a nicer home in Salt Lake City, they still free up their old
home for a new family. Any new housing helps address the housing shortage. Is it really worth
another dozen housing units for the City to approve a zoning change that crowds a cluster of
homes into a neighborhood where they are out of character and are very likely to create a
number of problems that the neighbors must then live with?
Sincerely,
Alan B. Hayes
Salt Lake City, UT 84103
COMMENTS IN REGARD TO REVISED APPLICATION OF IVORY
DEVELOPMENT TO REZONE 675 NORTH F STREET AND AMEND THE MASTER PLAN
March 1,2020
Dear Mayor Erin Mendenhall, Council Member Wharton and Senior Planner Daniel Echeverria
My wife and I live at ,which abuts the Meridien Condominium property along its southern
property line and is one block south of the Ivory Homes project site. We oppose the requested rezoning.
Although it has made minor changes in its development plan,Ivory Development has not altered its initial
rezoning request and all of the objections that we previously expressed on June 23,2020 remain unaddressed.
Please treat this letter as a continuing objection to the requested rezoning. We also request that you reread
our June 23rd letter. Housing trends set in motion by the Covid-19 pandemic make our earlier objections
even more relevant to the issue you face.
This may be Salt Lake City's last chance to avoid making a serious mistake by approving a radical,untested
"first ofits kind in Utah plan"(the quoted words of Christopher P. Gamvroulas,President of Ivory
Development,January 26,2021). This is a housing proposal that is so radical that it should have never gotten
past initial discussions with City officials,yet the developer implies that it enjoys support from the City and is
engaged in an aggressive campaign to secure full approval for the project.
As you know,the plan involves the extensive use of independent functioning ADU's coupled with a rezoning
of the current FR-3 zone to a FB-UN1 zone thereby increasing the number of permitted lots. This "first in
its kind in Utah plan"would permit the construction of 35 dwelling units on land originally zoned for 11
single family houses on 11 lots.The plan would convert the 11 lots to 20 through the rezoning and then
incorporate ADU's within 15 of those 20 lots to produce 35 dwelling units. That is 318%of the currently
permitted occupied structures on the 3.21 acre development site. While the plan is being promoted as the
solution to a multigenerational housing problem,Utahans have long delt with multigenerational housing
problems by constructing separate living areas,often including kitchens and separate entrances,within the
footprint of their existing homes. Many of the larger homes in the Greater Avenues area include these
separate areas. Ivory Development could do the same thing without any rezoning. But the dwelling units in
"the first ofits kind in Utah plan"have been designed to assure that the purchaser of a principal residence
need not worry about living with other generations of their family. The ADU's are fully independent of the
principal residences in all respects and are really rental units,just like those being built elsewhere throughout
the City. And,because they are fully independent,they result in the principal residences being reduced in size
and require the dedication of large surface areas of the development site for duplicative driveway,parking and
other functions dictated by their independence. So,what is gained in terms of the number of dwelling units is
lost in terms of outdoor amenities,open space and quality of life considerations for occupants of all the
dwelling units and even their neighbors outside the development area. There may be other areas of the City
where a "first ofits kind in Utah plan"would be appropriate,but this site has some unique attributes which
make it particularly inappropriate. It is not within easy access to public transportation,employment
opportunities,retail shopping,recreational areas or other of the requisite preconditions for this type of
development. This is a neighborhood that requires the use of automobile transportation.
Moreover,the development site is only a few hundred feet from a wildlife area consisting of thousands of
acres. Ivory Development completely ignores this fact,though it did secure a token environmental study
which is confined only to the 3.21 acre site. Not surprisingly,it showed no adverse environmental concerns
with the proposed development. The site has been denuded of all vegetation,except for a few mature trees,
fewer trees than we have on our own.25 acre lot. The wildlife that SWCA Environmental Consultants could
not fmd on the denuded site are alive and well in our neighborhood, one block to the south of the studied
site. There they can be found daily,feasting on insects,pine nuts,vegetation and occasionally one another.
These include species that migrate to and from City Creek Canyon. They merely need to cross the empty
development site to find food and shelter, something that would be made difficult as a consequence of the
"first ofits kind in Utah plan".
It's no wonder that this proposal has aroused widespread opposition,not only throughout the Greater
Avenues,but throughout the City. If approved by the City this "first ofits kind in Utah plan"would
create a precedent for a similar corruption of existing zoning and housing patterns throughout the City. How
did we get here? The plan exposes to public scrutiny for the first time that an aggressive exploitation of the
ADU concept,coupled with a more favorable zoning status,could result in a multi-unit residential site
morphing into one with 3 times the number of previously permitted dwelling units. This was certainly not
understood by the general public, or perhaps even ADU housing advocates,when the recently adopted ADU
legislation was under consideration. For example,Jake Young,planning manager for Salt Lake County and a
strong advocate for ADU's was quoted in a September 1,2019 Salt Lake Tribune article as follows:
"It's one unit ata time...It's not a subdivision or an apartment complex of200 units. [They]have
little impact on actual neighborhoods and streets. They often blend in and are unnoticed"
Was he unaware of the potential for this"first ofits kind in Utah plan",or was this part of an effort to allay
the public's natural concern for the impact of a new law affecting their homes and neighborhoods?
There is nothing in the ADU ordinance itself or the`Build An ADU, Guide To Accessory
Dwelling Units"published by the City that suggests the possibility of incorporating ADU's into a multi-lot
development. Whatever the City officials thought at the time,the public was never made aware that such a
development could be done and,even more shocking,that it could be done in combination with a rezoning
of the sort proposed here by Ivory Development. Since there was no public awareness of this prospect prior
to the adoption of the ADU ordinance,the"first ofits kind in Utah plan"is a first in more ways than one.
Ivory Development would like you to believe that opposition to the development plan is,in part,a case of
NIMBYism. Professor Nelson was obliging enough to refer to this phenomenon in his September 28,2020
opinion and even provided a footnote citation in support of this supposed obstacle to the proposed
development. But,this is a project that is opposed by citizens living throughout the Greater Avenues. That's
a big,diverse,sophisticated,well educated,liberal neighborhood! Mere allegations of NIMBYism can't be
used to denigrate and dismiss all opposition to change.In fact,what the"first ofits kind in Utah plan"is
facing is really an informed electorate,and democratic control is still the ultimate test that developers,and
even well intended housing experts and public officials,must meet.
The NIMBYism suggestion is particularly galling to those of us who are immediate neighbors of the
proposed development. The redevelopment of the former sites of the Children's and VA Hospitals which
began in the 1990's has taken nearly 35 years and is only now nearing a conclusion. To this point it has been
challenging for developers and purchasers of residences. Many of the initial developers were undercapitalized
and the site required the construction of expensive infrastructure,including private streets. A particularly
serious challenge was created by the historic VA Hospital and its Annex.The residents of the Greater
Avenues area,the City itself and the initial developers wanted to restore and readapt the building to
residential use. Meanwhile,construction of single family homes began on the parts of the overall
development area which were suitable for new residential development. This was done in accordance with
the applicable FR-3/12000 zoning,but sales and construction progress was slow. Prospective purchasers had
to suspend their understandable disbelief that the VA Hospital and Annex could be successfully restored and
readapted to residential use. Those of us who purchased homes in the Capitol Park Subdivision took large
financial and other risks when we committed to make our homes in this area. Eventually,in the mid 1990's,
conditional RMF-35 zoning approval was given to the VA Hospital and Annex site,but finding a sufficiently
capitalized developer and addressing myriad construction,infrastructure,planning,lot split,legal and
financing issues still lay ahead. Ivory Development has now acquired the last remaining portion of the overall
development site,including access to infrastructure that was created by the efforts,investments and risk
taking of others over the previous 35 years. It seeks to build an overly dense,environmentally insensitive
"first in Utah"collection of"cottages" at the principal entrance and gateway to a system of private streets
created and maintained largely by others,including the Meridien Condominiums,the Wright Building
Condominium and the Capitol Park Home Owners Association. Yes,this is our yard,but it's our front
yard!
In considering the Ivory Development Proposal,the City should address this question....What would have
happened if the Ivory Development"first ofits kind in Utah plan"came first,rather than last? Would the
Meridien and Wright Buildings have been saved and redeveloped? Would the houses throughout the Capitol
Park Subdivision exist in the form they do today? Would this area of the City be as attractive to families?
Would the tax revenues of the City be enhanced? Would the Avenues be a better neighborhood in which to
live? Ironically,if approved by the City,the precedent which would be created by the"first ofits kind in
Utah plan'; and the process of its approval,may make it harder to get a second of its kind.
Thomas W. Keen and Lynn A. Keen
.,Salt Lake City,UT 84103