HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/21/2025 - Formal Meeting - MinutesThe City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, met in Formal Session on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
The following Council Members were present:
Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young, Victoria Petro
The following Council Members were absent:
Eva Lopez Chavez
Present Legislative Leadership:
Lehua Weaver – Deputy Director, Nick Tarbet – Deputy Director
Present Administrative Leadership:
Jill Love – Chief Administrative Officer, Lindsey Nikola – Deputy Chief of Staff
Present City Staff:
Mark Kittrell – City Attorney, Keith Reynolds – City Recorder, Caitlin Carlino – Minutes &
Records Clerk, Thais Stewart – Deputy City Recorder, Taylor Hill – District Liaison/Policy
Specialist, Brian Fullmer – Public Policy Analyst, Sylvia Richards – Public Policy Analyst, Scott
Corpany – Staff Assistant, Michael Sanders – Budget & Policy Analyst
The meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m.
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A.OPENING CEREMONY:
1.Council Member Dan Dugan will conduct the formal meeting.
2.Pledge of Allegiance.
3.Welcome and Public Meeting Rules.
4.The Council will approve the formal meeting minutes of February 18, 2025, and June 3,
2025.
Motion:
Moved by Council Member Young, seconded by Council Member Puy to
approve the formal meeting minutes of February 18, 2025 and June 3, 2025.
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young, Victoria
Petro
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez
Final Result: 6 – 0 Pass
5.The Council will consider adopting a joint ceremonial resolution with Mayor Mendenhall
recognizing October as Italian-American Heritage Month.
Summary:
Council Member Young presented the resolution recognizing the contributions of Italian
Americans, highlighting their cultural, civic, and historical legacy, including their role in
forming community events and festivals, and acknowledging the displacement of Italian
Americans in Salt Lake City’s history.
Nick Fuoco (Honorary Italian Consul) accepted the resolution and spoke with pride of
the historical contributions of Italian Americans, their strong values, and the businesses
they established while acknowledging a history of discrimination and emphasizing the
importance of building cultural bridges. Nick Fuoco then expressed appreciation of Dana
Rossi (Director, Festa Italiana) and other members of the Italian-American Civic League.
Motion:
Moved by Council Member Puy, seconded by Council Member Mano to adopt
Joint Ceremonial Resolution 32 of 2025 recognizing October as Italian-
American Heritage Month.
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young, Victoria
Petro
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez
Final Result: 6 – 0 Pass
B.PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Items B1 – B4 will be heard as one public hearing.
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1. Grant Application: City Creek Daylighting at Folsom Trail Outdoor
Recreation Initiative (ORI) Design Grant
The Council will accept public comment for a grant application request from the
Community Reinvestment Agency to the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation. If
awarded, the grant would increase accessible multi-modal connections, recreational
amenities (skate park) and green spaces on the Westside. Funds would also strengthen
the Folsom Trail, which connects a TRAX/Frontrunner stop to the Jordan River Trail,
and the future Power District. These projects align with the priorities in the Utah Outdoor
Recreation Strategic Plan.
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 - Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action - n/a
Staff Recommendation - Close and refer to future consent
agenda.
B-1 through B-4 heard as one public hearing. Please see item B4 for minute entry.
2. Grant Application: Fiscal Year 2025-26 Local Law Enforcement Grants for
Enforcement of Cybercrimes Program
The Council will accept public comment for a grant application request from the Police
Department to United States Department of Justice (DOJ), Office on Violence Against
Women (OVW). If awarded, the grant would fund travel/training costs, overtime for
those who are training and attending, emergency housing and transportation for
cybercrime victims, and an enhanced response to victims of domestic violence, sexual
assault, stalking, dating violence and trafficking.
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 - Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action - n/a
Staff Recommendation - Close and refer to future consent
agenda.
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B-1 through B-4 heard as one public hearing. Please see item B4 for minute entry.
3. Grant Application: Jordan River Water Trail River Restoration and
Recreation Outdoor Recreation Initiative (ORI) Grant
The Council will accept public comment for a grant application request from the Public
Lands Department, Trails and Natural Lands Division to the Utah Division of Outdoor
Recreation. If awarded, the grant would fund 36 blocks of debris clearing provided by
Diamond Tree Experts.
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 - Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action - n/a
Staff Recommendation - Close and refer to future consent
agenda.
B-1 through B-4 heard as one public hearing. Please see item B4 for minute entry.
4. Grant Application: Jordan River Corridor Improvement Grant
The Council will accept public comment for a grant application request from the Public
Lands Department to the Utah DNR Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands. If
awarded, the grant would fund the removal of dead trees, branches and debris from the
Jordan River Water Trail corridor to enhance safety and accessibility, working from 1700
South to 900 South.
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 - Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action - n/a
Staff Recommendation - Close and refer to future consent
agenda.
B-1 through B-4 heard as one public hearing.
Summary:
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Sylvia Richards presented the grant applications and described the public projects they
would fund.
Public Comments:
Jack Olson spoke on behalf of the Fairpark Community Council in their support of
the Folsom Trail grant, citing limited green space on the Westside and growing
residential demand for it.
Council Remarks:
Council Member Puy noted the positive impact of the grants on the Westside and
thanked the Administration for bringing these items to the Council.
Motion:
Moved by Council Member Puy, seconded by Council Member Mano to close
the public hearing and move items B-1 through B-4 to a future Consent
Agenda for action.
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young, Victoria
Petro
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez
Final Result: 6 – 0 Pass
5. Ordinance: Modify Residential Buffer Prohibitions Text Amendment
The Council will accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance that would
amend various sections of Title 21A of the Salt Lake City Code relating to residential
buffer prohibitions. The proposal would review the land uses that are subject to, or
should be subject to, the 1,000-foot prohibition from residential zoning districts. The
proposal also included reviewing whether other land uses should be subject to the
provision and clarifying how the distance is measured. Other sections of Title 21A may
also be amended as part of this petition. Petition No.: PLNPCM2024-01357.
FYI – Project Timeline: (subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing - Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Set Public Hearing Date - Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Hold hearing to accept public comment - Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action - Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Staff Recommendation - Refer to motion sheet(s).
Summary:
Brian Fullmer introduced the item.
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There were no public comments.
Motion:
Moved by Council Member Puy, seconded by Council Member Young to close
the public hearing and adopt Ordinance 63 of 2025, Text Amendment to
Modify Residential Buffer Prohibitions.
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young, Victoria
Petro
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez
Final Result: 6 – 0 Pass
6. Ordinance: Utility Installation Exemptions Text Amendment
The Council will accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance that
would amend various sections of Title 21A of the Salt Lake City Code relating to utility
installation exemptions. The proposal would clarify the application of utility exemptions
and standardize the footnotes in related land use tables. Other sections of Title 21A may
also be amended as part of this petition. Petition No.: PLNPCM2024-01352.
FYI – Project Timeline: (subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing - Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Set Public Hearing Date - Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Hold hearing to accept public comment - Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action - Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Staff Recommendation - Refer to motion sheet(s).
Summary:
Brian Fullmer introduced the item.
Public Comments:
Cindy Cromer commented on the public involvement process for utility projects in
public parks and suggested that citizens may propose alternative, more effective, and
lower-cost solutions.
Council Requests:
Council Member Wharton requested verbiage on the ordinance stating that the
exemptions not apply for a utility structure located in a park. Nick Tarbet said they would
work with Planning department staff to draft language for the ordinance to reflect the
request.
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Council Member Wharton requested more information on design standards for the
ordinance. Nick Tarbet replied that the information would be provided.
Motion:
Moved by Council Member Puy, seconded by Council Member Wharton to
continue the public hearing to a future Council meeting.
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young, Victoria
Petro
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez
Final Result: 6 – 0 Pass
7. Ordinance: Patriot Rail Street Vacations at Approximately 6500 West
Interstate 80 Eastbound Freeway
The Council will accept public comment and consider adopting an ordinance that
would close portions of the public right-of-way at approximately 6500 West Interstate 80
Eastbound Freeway. The proposal would allow the petitioner to purchase these portions
of right-of-way to include in their property boundary for future railroad-related uses.
There are no existing structures on the property. These are areas that were platted and
dedicated to the City for use as public streets but were never constructed. Located within
Council District 2. Petitioner: Salt Lake Garfield & Western Railway, the property owners.
Petition No.: PLNPCM2025-00432.
FYI – Project Timeline: (subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing - Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Set Public Hearing Date - Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Hold hearing to accept public comment - Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action - Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Staff Recommendation - Refer to motion sheet(s).
Summary:
Brian Fullmer introduced the item.
There were no public comments.
Council Remarks:
Council Member Puy made a statement in support of the ordinance and moving the
current rail yard further West.
Before the meeting adjourned, Nick Tarbet stated that an incorrect version of the
ordinance was provided to Council for adoption. City Staff then conferred
and approved the most recent hard-copy version of the ordinance. Chair Dugan stated
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for the record its adoption rather than the online/staff packet version.
Motion:
Moved by Council Member Puy, seconded by Council Member Wharton to
close the public hearing and adopt Ordinance 64 of 2025, Patriot Rail Street
Vacations.
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young, Victoria
Petro
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez
Final Result: 6 – 0 Pass
8. Ordinance: Budget Amendment No.2 for Fiscal Year 2025-26
The Council will accept public comment and consider an ordinance amending the final
budget of Salt Lake City, including the employment staffing document for Fiscal Year
2025-26 Budget. Budget amendments happen several times each year to reflect
adjustments to the City’s budgets, including proposed project additions and
modifications. The proposed amendment includes funding for the Youth & Family
Division in support of YouthCity afterschool programs, funding for the National League
of Cities Annual Cities Summit being held in November in Salt Lake City, funding for the
Inland Port Authority to help fund the expansion of the Trainfo system, funding for
additional Green Bike stations, and grant funding to support victims of violent crimes,
among other items.
For more information visit tinyurl.com/SLCFY26.
FYI – Project Timeline: (subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing - Tuesday, October 7, 2025 and Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Set Public Hearing Date - Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Hold hearing to accept public comment - Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action - Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Staff Recommendation - Refer to motion sheet(s).
Summary:
Michael Sanders introduced the item.
There were no public comments.
Council Remarks:
Council Member Puy made a statement emphasizing the City’s support for federal
workers during the current federal government shutdown.
Motion:
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Moved by Council Member Wharton, seconded by Council Member Young to
close the public hearing and approve Ordinance 65 of 2025, adopting items
A-2, National League of Cities Summit Costs, A-6, Modification of Appointed
Position and Police Department, and A-11, Assistance for Airport Federal
Partners Due to Government Shutdown as proposed by the Administration,
and defer action on remaining items to a future Council meeting.
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young, Victoria
Petro
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez
Final Result: 6 – 0 Pass
9. 2026-2027 U.S. Housing and Urban Development General Community
Development Needs Annual Public Hearing
The Council will accept public comment for the 2026-2027 U.S. Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) General Community Development Needs. Each year Salt Lake City
receives several million dollars in grants from HUD for the Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), HOME Investment Partnership
(HOME), and Housing Opportunities for Persons With HIV/AIDS (HOPWA) programs.
HUD requires an annual public hearing for the City to hear about community
development needs from the public. This feedback helps to prioritize the grant funds
between many competing needs.
FYI – Project Timeline: (subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing - n/a
Set Public Hearing Date - Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Hold hearing to accept public comment - Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action - TBD
Staff Recommendation - Refer to motion sheet(s).
Summary:
Nick Tarbet introduced the item.
There were no public comments.
Motion:
Moved by Council Member Puy, seconded by Council Member Wharton to
close the public hearing.
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young, Victoria
Petro
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez
Final Result: 6 – 0 Pass
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10. Public Hearing: 203 West Paxton Avenue Affordable Housing
Development
The Council will accept public comment for the Pax Station Apartment project, a 272-
unit affordable housing project at 203 West Paxton Avenue, which would be funded
through a tax-exempt private activity bond (PAB) issued by the Public Finance
Authority of Wisconsin. The development entails no financial liability for Salt Lake City,
but Federal regulations for tax-exempt PABs require the Council to hold what is known
as a TEFRA (Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act) public hearing on this proposal.
No other Council action is required.
FYI – Project Timeline: (subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing - Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Set Public Hearing Date - Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Hold hearing to accept public comment - Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7 p.m.
TENTATIVE Council Action - n/a
Staff Recommendation - Refer to motion sheet(s).
Summary:
Nick Tarbet introduced the item.
There were no public comments.
Motion:
Moved by Council Member Puy, seconded by Council Member Young to
close the public hearing.
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young, Victoria
Petro
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez
Final Result: 6 – 0 Pass
C.POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS:
1.
Resolution: Substantial Amendment to the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan
The Council will consider adopting a resolution that would reallocate $230,306 in U.S.
Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) HOME-American Rescue Plan
(ARP) funds. Since these funds were allocated in 2024, Housing Stability Division staff
and the service providers have recognized the need for case management to support some
of the households receiving Tenant-Based Rental Assistance. Shifting funds to the
Supportive Services category will enable the contracted organizations to provide this
additional service while remaining within the City’s existing HUD allocation.
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Motion:
Moved by Council Member Puy, seconded by Council Member Wharton to
adopt Resolution 33 of 2025, Substantial Amendment to the HOME-ARP
Allocation Plan, to relocate a portion of one-time HUD HOME-ARP funding.
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young, Victoria
Petro
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez
Final Result: 6 – 0 Pass
2.
Ordinance: Partial Street Vacation at Approximately 1101 West 400 South
The Council will consider adopting an ordinance that would close a portion of the public
right-of-way on both 1100 West and 400 South adjacent to the property located at 1101
West 400 South. The closure would facilitate the future construction of a new single-
family residence on the property. The petitioner is requesting to purchase this portion of
the right-of-way and include it in their property boundary. The area is approximately five
feet between the property boundary and the public sidewalk. The sidewalk would not be
impacted by this request. Located within Council District 2. Petitioner: Erik Sansom,
property owner. Petition No.: PLNPCM2025-00178.
Council Remarks:
Council Member Young spoke on the challenging mechanism of the partial street
vacation.
Council Member Petro commented on considerations of setting precedence versus
impeding with development of the property and stated opposition to the motion.
Council Member Mano spoke on alternative solutions and support of the motion.
Council Member Puy acknowledged the challenges faced by the applicant and noted that
developing a comprehensive solution within the code may require additional time.
Motion:
Moved by Council Member Mano, seconded by Council Member Wharton to
adopt Ordinance 66 of 2025, vacating the 1100 West street segment and
denying vacating the 400 South street segment adjacent to the applicant’s
property.
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano
NAY: Sarah Young, Victoria Petro
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez
Final Result: 4 – 2 Pass
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D.COMMENTS:
1.Questions to the Mayor from the City Council.
There were no questions to the Mayor.
2.Comments to the City Council. (This is a one-hour time slot for the public to
comment on any City business not scheduled for a public hearing. Each person
will have two minutes to talk. General comment registration closes at 7:30 p.m.)
Public Comments:
Cindy Cromer, resident and property owner in the RMF-35 zone, spoke of the 1995
zoning rewrite process and that efforts during that period focused on improving the
quality of existing units rather than increasing the number of units.
Annie Isaacson spoke on the RMF rezone, interest in preserving local historic
properties and appreciation to Council Members for meeting regarding these issues.
Erik Sansom, Applicant for Item C-2, commented on challenges in obtaining City
approval for a home rebuild and described looking forward to the re-work of the R-1-
5000 zone to address nonconforming units.
Josh Scheuerman, reported concerns of a neighbor in a residential area of
Millcreek operating an illegal tow truck business and requested City Code enforcement.
Supplemental documents were provided to staff and will be included in the Meeting
Materials.
Jason Seaton made a statement regarding Item C-2, and described challenges
experienced with the approval process for rebuilding a home.
E.NEW BUSINESS:
1. Ordinance: Economic Development Loan Fund - Rich’s Grub Houses LLC.
The Council will consider adopting an ordinance that would approve a $40,000 loan for
Rich’s Grub Houses LLC doing business as Rich’s Burgers N Grub at 30 East Broadway
from the Economic Development Loan Fund (EDLF). Rich’s Burgers N Grub is an
existing restaurant offering burgers and sandwiches. This loan would pay for machinery
and equipment, and leasehold improvements. It would also help create two to four new
jobs in the next year and retain eight current jobs.
FYI – Project Timeline: (subject to change per Chair direction or Council
discussion)
Briefing - Tuesday, October 21, 2025
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Set Public Hearing Date - n/a
Hold hearing to accept public comment - n/a
TENTATIVE Council Action - Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Staff Recommendation - Refer to motion sheet(s).
Motion:
Moved by Council Member Puy, seconded by Council Member Wharton to
adopt Ordinance 67 of 2025, approving a $40,000 loan for Rich’s Grub
Houses LLC, doing business as Rich’s Burgers N Grub, from the Economic
Development Loan Fund.
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young, Victoria
Petro
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez
Final Result: 6 – 0 Pass
F.UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
1.
Resolution: Salt Lake County Hazard Mitigation Plan
The Council will consider adopting a resolution that would approve the 2025 Salt Lake
County Hazard Mitigation Plan, which includes information such as demographics, a
hazard profile, and identified necessary/potential mitigation projects to minimize
damage and loss of life. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) requires these
updates every five years for an entity to be eligible for pre-disaster mitigation funds and
post-disaster assistance.
Motion:
Moved by Council Member Wharton, seconded by Council Member Mano to
adopt Resolution 34 of 2025, approving the 2025 Salt Lake County Hazard
Mitigation Plan.
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young, Victoria
Petro
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez
Final Result: 6 – 0 Pass
2.
Resolution: Salt Lake Central Housing and Transit Reinvestment Zone
Interlocal Agreement
The Council will consider adopting the proposed Salt Lake Central Housing and Transit
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Reinvestment Zone (HTRZ) Interlocal Agreement to authorize the sharing of tax
increment between Salt Lake City and the Salt Lake City Community Reinvestment
Agency (CRA). The State code requires the City and CRA to enter into an interlocal
agreement to release funds to the project area. The HTRZ Plan outlines the participating
taxing entities, tax increment participation rates, the term of tax increment collection,
and the planned utilization of tax increment funds in the project area.
Motion:
Moved by Council Member Wharton, seconded by Council Member Puy to
adopt Resolution 35 of 2025 to approve the Salt Lake City Central HTRZ
Interlocal Agreement between Salt Lake City and Salt Lake City Community
Reinvestment Agency.
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young, Victoria
Petro
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez
Final Result: 6 – 0 Pass
G.CONSENT:
1.
Ordinance: RMF-35 and RMF-45 Multi-Family Zoning District Text
Amendment
The Council will set the date of Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 7 p.m. to accept public
comment and consider approving an ordinance that would amend various sections of
Title 21A of the Salt Lake City Code related to RMF-35 (Moderate Density Multi-Family
Residential District) to RMF-45 (Moderate Density Multi-Family Residential District). As
part of the proposal a small number of RMF-35 properties would be changed to RMF-45.
The proposal aims to remove barriers to new housing developments and facilitate
compatible infill within the City’s moderate-density neighborhoods. These proposed
updates introduce design standards for new development, reduce minimum lot size
requirements, eliminate lot width minimums, permit multiple buildings per lot, and offer
a density bonus for preserving existing housing units. Other sections of Title 21A may also
be amended as part of this petition. Petition No.: PLNPCM2024-01388.
For more information visit https://tinyurl.com/RMFZoneUpdates.
2.
Ordinance: Wildland Urban Interface Fire Code Text Amendment
The Council will set the date of Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 7 p.m. to accept public
comment and consider an ordinance that would adopt the Wildland Urban Interface
(WUI) Fire Code, a state fire code that the City is required to adopt, along with a map
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that shows where the WUI Fire Code would apply. The proposal would also amend Title
21A of the Salt Lake City Code to give precedence to the adopted WUI Code where it
conflicts with regulations, with the exception of the Riparian Corridor Overlay. The WUI
code regulates certain building materials, construction requirements, building
separation, and landscaping provisions to reduce the risk of fire.
3.
Board Appointment: Transportation Advisory Board – Brian Conley
The Council will consider approving the appointment of Brian Conley, resident of District
5, to the Transportation Advisory Board for a term ending September 25, 2028.
4.
Board Appointment: City and County Building Conservation and Use
Committee – Nicholas Pedersen
The Council will consider approving the appointment of Nicholas Pedersen, resident of
District 2, to the City and County Building Conservancy and Use Committee for a term
ending July 16, 2029.
5.
Board Appointment: Art Design Board – Amanda Stewart
The Council will consider approving the appointment of Amanda Stewart, resident of
District 7, to the Art Design Board for a term ending October 21, 2028.
6.
Board Appointment: Historic Landmark Commission – Taymour Semnani
The Council will consider approving the appointment of Taymour Semnani, resident of
District 4, to the Historic Landmark Commission for a term ending October 21, 2029.
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Motion:
Moved by Council Member Mano, seconded by Council Member Wharton to
approve the Consent Agenda.
AYE: Alejandro Puy, Chris Wharton, Daniel Dugan, Darin Mano, Sarah Young, Victoria Petro
ABSENT: Eva Lopez Chavez
Final Result: 6 – 0 Pass
H.ADJOURNMENT:
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Meeting adjourned at 8:07 p.m.
Minutes Approved: March 10, 2026
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City Council Chair – Alejandro Puy
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City Recorder – Keith Reynolds
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