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055 of 2016 - Adopting the Northwest Quadrant Master Plan 0 16-1 T 11-2 SALT LAKE CITY ORDINANCE No. 55 of 2016 (Adopting the Northwest Quadrant Master Plan) An ordinance adopting the Northwest Quadrant Master Plan pursuant to Petition No. PLNPCM2009-00168. WHEREAS, the Salt Lake City Planning Commission held a work session discussion on July 8, 2015 and held public hearings on August 26, 2015, September 9, 2015 and October 28, 2015 on an application submitted by the Salt Lake City Council ("Applicant") to adopt a new Northwest Quadrant Plan (Petition No. PLNPCM2009-00168); and WHEREAS, the Applicant's petition was the subject of previous consideration and recommendation by the planning commission in 2009, but changed circumstances caused the city council to pause its consideration until modifications to the proposed plan could be made that are reflective of the current economic and development climate; and WHEREAS, at its October 28, 2015 meeting, the planning commission voted in favor of forwarding a positive recommendation to the city council on said application; and WHEREAS, after a hearing before the city council, the city council has determined that adopting this ordinance is in the best interest of the city. NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah: SECTION 1. Adopting the Northwest Quadrant Master Plan. That the Northwest Quadrant Master Plan is hereby adopted to read and appear as provided in Exhibit"A" attached hereto. SECTION 2. 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 16th day of August 2016. C IRPERSON ATTEST AND COUNTERSIGN: (}4/ ... CITY RECORDER i . r •• 1 'sr vIlleiptc: Transmitted to Mayor on August 18, 2016 • 'a�RAT�S Mayor's Action: , Approved. Vetoed. b \ AY R CITY RECORDER APPROVED AS TO FORM Salt Laky Attorney's Office (SEAL) Date: At- /. L)/d By: /PAIrAVF Bill No. 55 of 2016. P.1 C.Nielso CilyAttorney Published: August 24, 2016. HB_ATTY-#49117-v2-Ordinance_adopting_N W_Quadrant_MP.DOCX EXHIBIT "A" Draft Northwest Quadrant Master Plan .. 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It is based on three frameworks: Environmental, Economic, and • Respects the unique nature of the Great Salt Transportation. Lake and surrounding environment for current generations and preserves sensitive natural Sustainable Development environments for future generations. • Includes an ecologically-oriented industrial park The Northwest Quadrant has tremendous potential to lead the City and the region in sustainable development, that helps drive the City's economic and natural resource protection goals; which includes the implementation of energy efficiency measures to reduce nonrenewable energy reliance; • Is an economic engine for the City, region and enhance environmental quality; conserve natural State. resources and ensure sustained economic vitality. Development in the Northwest Quadrant should Achieving this requires that decisions and choices made accomplish the following: today about development in the Northwest Quadrant should not limit the choices and opportunities of future • Environmental sensitivity providing places for generations.To that end, the Northwest Quadrant people to work and recreate while protecting natural needs to safeguard and, in some areas, enhance resources and wildlife habitat; resources, prevent harm to the natural environment and • A high quality, well-designed built environment; human health, and promote economic sustainability to benefit current and future residents of the City and • Well-connected with good transportation linking region. people to jobs and other parts of the City and region, and linking businesses to goods and services by vehicle, rail, transit, air, bicycle and foot. • Economically thriving-with a flourishing and diverse local, regional and global economy. • Well-served with public and private services that are appropriate to people's needs and accessible to all. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I 5 1 , . FOUNDATION , ..„__, _ mowir _ _ . _ . __.__......_ _____tw,... ....,_........._„........._ ____ ..... ... . __ _ .. . . __ . .. • .... . _... . _ , ...... .,,,....,. . .: .. _ .. . . -- - - - ~r- ,•+• �,.b��. -r ..t-T ;! �� irk_. _7 1, .. Mr .. • ilLe • •41111011161 I.. •.-.• . 4161111111. 41iiitrikeitiL. -Al It .. . . ,-... . lila_ ... ....-Sairo- ;.‘ , . - 16. . { ram' , / _.P . ,L ..s+ '� •mow • c _ _ + , ifirTi. Ltd• rat ,`• �,;!� - 1 r / ; tF�'4.. r �" r.,_ .• .r .y _ ti•wO hl .R • M ,• - T - ,. +e r • P‘S'''. f'joi• ....4.' Itd"Prr.4:e.4,4 • . t i.I�! Foundation Background The Northwest Quadrant, Salt Lake City's Western transportation access to highways, planes, and trains. edge, includes approximately 28,000 acres of land, It is adjacent to the Salt Lake International Airport which accounts for about 40% of the total area and the location of most of the City's industrial and of Salt Lake City. More than 9,000 acres of land manufacturing sectors.The area also includes important north of Interstate 80 (I-80) is undeveloped.This environmentally sensitive lands (including the Great represents one of the largest undeveloped areas along Salt Lake shore lands, bird nesting areas, and wildlife the Wasatch Front.This area, which is located west of habitat), ongoing mining and landfill operations, and Interstate 215 (I-215),with immediate access to I-80 lands that should be evaluated for potential reclamation. and only minutes from Downtown, contains prime 1.-.,.. - - \i,:-. r lk_ r'd ilil :,r- (ithwest am -..• ( s + 1c� ; walla- tall �`i b' t,...4. 4..Cent° v .....„ In 6 \ ---* , c '*vi vits611% old CAI A "S -2O1 Northwest Quadrant Master Plan FOUNDATION Goals of this Plan Assumptions The Northwest Quadrant Master Plan represents a This plan is based on several assumptions and values unique opportunity to make informed decisions on an that have been identified through this planning process area-wide scale in an effort to create one of the most as well as other citywide planning processes. economically diverse and sustainable areas in the City • Growth will occur and can be beneficial if managed and preserve the natural environment along the Great Salt Lake. correctly. • This plan helps the City achieve citywide goals outlined Environmentally-contaminated areas will be in Plan Salt Lake and regional goals identified in properly addressed, taking into account future land Envision Utah's Wasatch Choices 2040. These goals use and the cost of remediation. include protecting the environment and maintaining • Management and protection of critical resources is economic vitality. necessary. Achieving this vision for the Northwest Quadrant • The area's unique environment needs to be requires clear direction and attainable goals that address preserved. the central issues facing the Northwest Quadrant and the City as a whole.To do this, the plan must: • The supply of essential services must be coordinated with City agencies in a cost-effective manner. • Preserve natural open spaces and sensitive areas to sustain biodiversity and ecosystem functions. Fulfilling these goals will be challenging. Nevertheless, City leaders, technical and advisory committees, • Balance protection and management of natural stakeholders and the public are motivated by the lands with access to recreational opportunities. challenge of creating a sustainable area of the city in • Ensure that the City responds effectively to the an economically viable fashion and are committed to a social, environmental and developmental concerns. successful outcome. • Encourage a resilient and diversified economy. • Support quality jobs that include non-polluting and environmentally-conscious high-tech and manufacturing sectors. • Promote industrial development that is compatible with the environmentally-sensitive nature of the area. • Build a consistent industrial development pattern south of I-80. • Provide services and infrastructure that is similar to other parts of the City. 3 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan FOUNDATION Existing Conditions Physical Description The Northwest Quadrant is a vast, flat tract of land in the western portion of Salt Lake City, totaling approximately 43 square miles or nearly 28,000 acres. The Great Salt Lake forms a northwestern boundary for the northern half of the Northwest Quadrant: to the west lie the Oquirrh Mountains; to the east are the Salt Lake City International Airport, and the West Salt Lake Community; and Magna and West Valley City lie to the south. Historically, portions of the Northwest Quadrant, north of I-80, have been used for agricultural purposes.These agricultural uses include farming, grazing, hunting Great Salt Lake and fishing, housing for individuals working the land, and wildlife and habitat preservation. Today, several The Great Salt Lake is the fourth largest terminal lake hundred acres include a working ranch (Gillmor) that in the world. There is no outlet except for evaporation. has been recognized as a Centennial Ranch, being Because of variations in inflow water and evaporation, operated by the same family for over 100 years. In the the elevation of the lake changes from year to year. past, large canals and ditches were dug for irrigation The lake has fluctuated about 20 feet over a period of purposes and to carry spring runoff from the mountains a few decades. The last recorded peak static elevation to the Great Salt Lake, and more recent stormwater was 4,212 feet (NGVD29') measured in 1986 and management systems have bifurcated the natural water 1987. Water levels also reached this elevation in 1866 regime. Habitat and scenic resources found in the area and 1867. The historic low water elevation for the include the Bailey's Lake floodplain. While outside the period of record (1845-present) was recorded at 4,191 Northwest Quadrant, it is noteworthy that as mitigation feet (NGVD29) in 1963.At the time this plan was for mining operations, Kennecott Utah Copper has written, the elevation of the lake measured 4,193 feet established the Inland Sea Shorebird Reserve adjacent to (NGVD29). Wind and wave action on the lake poses the western boundary. a hazard risk of five feet above the static lake elevation, The land in the Northwest Quadrant, which includes making the hazard risk elevation 4,217 feet. The Utah low elevations and highly liquefiable soils, poses Department of Natural Resources considers the flood challenges to development in the area north of I-80. plan to be 4,217 feet (NGVD29). For development Additionally, this area adjacent to the Great Salt Lake purposes, Salt Lake City recognizes this elevation and is highly affected by seasons, drought and flood cycles, does not permit habitable development below this groundwater levels, changing lake levels and impacts elevation. from human activities, including recreation,vandalism, illegal dumping, noise, stormwater runoff, and closed landfills. Existing development is comprised of a significant number of industrial land uses, the International Center, the City's western industrial warehouse and distribution facilities, mining operations, and landfills. Significant nearby development includes the Salt Lake City International Airport, the Inland Sea Shorebird Reserve and the Rio Tinto, Kennecott Utah Copper 'Elevations referenced in this document are based on the National tailings impoundment. Geovetic Vertical Datum of 1929,also referred to as NGVD29 Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I 9 FOUNDATION Natural Hazards The lands in the Northwest Quadrant may be Liquefaction:Areas of the Northwest Quadrant susceptible to natural hazards and will pose challenges contain highly liquefiable soils. Liquefaction is to potential development. Much of the land, especially determined by soil structure. Building in highly north of I-80, contain wetlands, highly liquefiable soils, liquefiable areas requires additional building needs in flood plains, and fault lines. Each of these on their which soil stabilization methods are employed. own pose significant challenges, though the cumulative Flood Plain:The area north of 1-80 contains canals and impact of these natural challenges will further impose challenges to development. the areas adjacent to these canals are prone to flooding during high precipitation and high flow periods. Wetlands:The proximity to the shores of the Great Salt Lake naturally bring a natural presence of wetlands Fault Lines:The eastern portion of the Northwest in the area. Wetlands are vital for wildlife habitat Quadrant contains fault lines that can further impact and ecosystem functions and any type of proposed development. development on wetlands require remediation to counteract the loss of wetlands. - - :jam�•- r� �� v /,* i / -, , / / I „..$. ,..,,, ire: , , .., , 4,,,,,, „ . i , , , ,,,,_ { „ ,,,,,. ..,,,,.,„ kp,„ ,,,,,, , , ,., ,, , , , i .,. , . ,,,,,. # 4 , f mo �i r �t'AA ►:�: /f vim:,f47,-) v /" Legend �f`,-_`� ; !`� =Northwest Quadrant Boundary �`, 1 I"� „I /�' ^I Fault lines r�� ��• �� �J//.; Liquefactionsir •` /, 9 High ��/�� ti' �" ,, r K Wetlands i Floodplain Ff ' P�, ft.....„„„J x / 404,., / , , 41".'/OW 0 1 Northwest Quadrant Master Plan FOUNDATION Zoning & Land Use Current Zoning. As shown in Figure 1, the Northwest Quadrant is currently zoned Agriculture, Manufacturing, General Commercial, and General Open Space Open Space. Vacant areas are primarily zoned Commercial 4,681 acres, Manufacturing,Agriculture, or Open Space. 269 acrer% 26% oGeneral Commercial The Agricultural zoning is intended to act as a Agricultural GI Open Space holding zone until final zoning is determined with I 5,098 acres, L8°� ■Agricultural the adoption of a master plan for the area. The ©Light Manufacturing existing Agricultural zoning allows for single family development on 10,000-square-foot lots. Light P q Manufacturing 8 2511acres, Other applicable regulations include the Landfill _ 45°� Overlay, the Airport Overlay Zone,which restricts certain development types around the airport; and the Lowland Conservancy District,which protects Figure 1.Zoning by acreage canals, drainages, and lowland areas from substantial Utilities Transportation 207 acres,1% 379 acres,2% development impacts. Commercial 190•acres l% Landfills 1,248 acres,7% Current Land Use. As shown in Figure 2, Vacant Public Open Space approximately three-quarters of the land in /Land 1,334 acres,7% ■commercial the Northwest Quadrant is undeveloped, with 6,472.acres,37% Industrial ■utilities uses including wildlife management, ranching, 1, 91 acres,10% •Transportation farming, and brownfields. Thirty-five percent of oLandfills •Public Open Space the communityconsists of agricultural uses. A g ■Industrial relativelysmall groupof property owners control the b,379 act es,p 1? 'J — _ ■Agricultural majority of the Northwest Quadrant's undeveloped Vacant Land land, providing a unique opportunity for quality planning. Developed lands consist of light industrial, intermodal facilities, airport related uses, Figure 2.Land use by acreage distribution, commercial, and office. The tailings impoundment and existing landfills are located adjacent to industrial property. A major regional rail line and extensive highway infrastructure,which exist throughout the area, support many distribution and warehouse businesses. The Lee Kay Center for hunter education and shooting range facilities, owned by Division of Wildlife Resources and located between 1350 South and 2100 South and west of 5650 West, is the largest public open space in the Northwest Quadrant. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I 1 FOUNDATION Demographics & Businesses The Northwest Quadrant is one of the City's key extension of the Airport line as a way to provide employment areas. It contains numerous industrial transportation options to the Northwest Quadrant. The warehousing and distribution uses. Including the Utah Transit Authority(UTA) operates five bus routes, International Center and the Salt Lake International serving various destinations in the Northwest Quadrant. Airport, approximately 60,000 jobs exist within and Some routes serve the International Center, while others immediately adjacent to the Northwest Quadrant. serve the industrial park area between California Avenue and SR-201. Planned Transportation Improvements. A 1.20116 great opportunity exists to create a multi-modal, environmentally-sensitive, and well-connected transportation system that provides appropriate transportation choices. The 2006 Salt Lake City "'. ■• Transportation Master Plan identifies several roadway • NMI -— and transit improvements within and adjacent to the III k Northwest Quadrant. - E a .Inc= The Mountain View Corridor has undergone an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to determine the most appropriate location for a new North/South transportation corridor for the western side of the The Governor's Office of Management and Budget has valley. UDOT's preferred alignment runs just west of produced economic projection estimates that forecast 5600 West, and involves a system to system connection a large demand for new employment uses in the approximately halfway between the two existing region. In 25 years, Salt Lake County should expect to interchanges on I-80. The proposal also includes high- add approximately 251,000 new jobs (31% growth), capacity public transit along 5600 West. focusing on education and health services; professional Planned improvements for arterial streets focus and business services; government; and trade, on increasing capacity near existing job centers, transportation, manufacturing, and utilities sectors. specifically by providing a connection north of the Due to the existing transportation network, large lot International Center and improving roadways around sizes, low vacancy rates and a focus on industrial and California Avenue. Planned improvements for collector warehousing uses, the Northwest Quadrant could fulfill streets focus on the area between I-80 and 700 South andthe City's need for industrial land, annually supporting Ws t,roun 5500 West,00 W 5200 Wst, ans t nand 300 Southest, 6600 over 250,000 square feet per year of industrial space. New hotel uses will also be supported in the area. 1ZU:1I)\c:11 SEGMENT AA1)I Roadways & Transit 1-80 Bangerter to Wright 54,045 Brothers Drive 1-80 West of 5600 West 26,885 1-80 bisects the Northwest Quadrant, 1-215 borders 32,700 the east edge, and SR-201 traverses the south edge; all Bangerter Hwy. SR-201 to 1-80 provide regional access to developed sites. North of SR-20I Bangerter to 5600 West 66,800 1-80, large expanses of undeveloped land are served by 5600 West Bangerter to 1-80 19,565 Amelia Earhart Entire corridor I,495 unmaintained dirt roads. 5600 West North of 1-80 3,305 The Airport light rail line was completed in 2013 and 700 South Bangerter to 5600 West 1,545 connects the airport to Downtown and the regional California Avenue Bangerter to 5600 West 7,775 transit system. This plan identifies the possible Average annual daily traffic for major roads 1 2 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan FOUNDATION Open Space, Trails & Recreation Due to its undeveloped nature, there is presently very little in the way of existing developed parks, trails, and recreation facilities in the Northwest Quadrant. There is an off-street shared use trail along West North Temple and Lee Kay to the airport that connects to dedicated bike lanes on West North Temple. A dedicated trail head for this off-street section of the Airport trail lies at the intersection of West North Temple and North 2400 West. Due to airport security regulations, the trail is open to the public during the day but is restricted at night and during times of national emergency. 'YYl}b14�'t' �9. ^ v + �' ' 1F ,, fr Yr•>" a f ; a' r 'K.fix Photo Credit:Wayne Martinson Located just west of the Northwest Quadrant, the Lee Creek area is a public access area along the south shore of the Great Salt Lake. Passive recreation and trails are envisioned as significant components within the areas designated within this Master Plan. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I 1 3 FOUNDATION Salt Lake City International ikli _ ;+, Airport , 0, ►, ' �� ! ' The Salt Lake City International Airport is located it east and adjacent to the Northwest Quadrant . ill I i' ,-.- beginning a boundary. The Airport is currentlyb innin major Y Pg terminal redevelopment program that will result ') ,.-i, in reconstruction of the passenger terminals into a ; -. �� ii _ , single facility, new concourses, new rental car and .. 4. maintenance facilities, surface parking areas, a newott +I e'b ` . _:, ' parking structure, and relocated entrance roads. The ,' i , #,Op.,construction area for the terminal redevelopment I •,‘ ' - I� program is outside of the Northwest Quadrant bra` r '� i 4 I boundary area. 1 �'1 t� A May 2006 report titled, "Salt Lake City International „ , ,, Airport,Airport Layout Plan" identifies a potential •' _ , ,;R j; ` '1 . '; fi ` future need for a new parallel runway. The timing p �, r for a new runway is uncertain, however, the study � �` x"• 4. 1` recommends that additional capacity should be /r 4 1' 1 considered before the airport begins to experience 1- e`significant operational delays.An Airport Layout Plan is a document required by the Federal Aviation Administration and is intended to show the layout of Utah State Prison existing and proposed airport facilities.A future runway has been shown on the Airport Layout Plan paralleling The State of Utah plans to relocate the state prison to the western most existing runway. This future runway an area within the Northwest Quadrant of Salt Lake is shown to be located in the eastern portion of the City. The proposed location is located within the International center and inside the Northwest Quadrant development area near the northwest corner of the boundary. Before runway construction could start, a Northwest Quadrant. Relocating the prison to this area number of considerations would require addressing will bring infrastructure and will guide the placement such as relocating/bridging the surplus canal, relocating of roads,water lines, and sewage lines. In addition, major power lines, relocating an electrical sub-station, the placement of this infrastructure may result in re-routing two major natural gas pipelines, reviewing development pressure north of I-80. airspace considerations, delineating wetlands and mitigating impacts, initiating an environmental review process and reviewing conservation practices, purchasing land and buildings, reconstructing a portion of I-80, and relocating road systems.The future operational need and location for a new runway is unknown at this time, however, it is anticipated that as the region's population, income, and economy continue to grow, the Airport's capacity will likewise increase to support the anticipated growth. I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan FOUNDATION This page intentionally left blank Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I 1 FOUNDATION Landfill Sites The Northwest Quadrant contains five landfill sites. Two of those landfill sites have been discontinued, and the other three remain in operation. The discontinued landfills are the North Temple landfill and the Cannon Pioneer landfill. The condition of these old landfill properties should be analyzed and evaluated, so that the potential remediation of those properties can be addressed when the demand for developable property in this area creates a market value sufficient to justify the costs of reclamation. The currently operating landfills include the Salt Lake Valley Landfill, the Mountain View Landfill, and the Construction Waste Landfill. North Tern ole Landfill The North Temple Landfill is located at approximately 7200 West and I-80. and was operated from 1959 to 1979. The landfill covers approximately 790 acres. The North Temple Landfill has been accepted into the , -,_i,,,_,voluntary clean-up program administered through the Utah Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Environmental Response and Remediation. •�..,' Cannon Pioneer Lancfill The Cannon Pioneer Landfill is located at approximately 4800 West and California Avenue and was operated as a landfill from 1968 until 1975. The landfill covers an area of approximately 250 acres. This Master Plan, and the development opportunities described herein represent a cooperative effort by many who recognize the significant environmental impacts these two landfills have and will continue to create in this area. Remediation of these sites is necessary for the Northwest Quadrant vision to be realized. Salt Lake Valley Lancfill The Salt Lake Valley Landfill is located at approximately 6000 West and California Avenue and has been in operation since 1979. This landfill currently covers approximately 537 acres. There are no plans to close the — current landfill operation at this site. The current landfill "T_ has not reached its capacity, and it is anticipated that ti • this landfill will continue in operation for many years. ' a. �f Furthermore, due to the nature of current environmental • K' y,iv. fit ; ,z, regulations governing landfill operations, it is also easier and " less expensive to expand an existing landfill than to open a new landfill. As such, it is anticipated that as the growth in the Salt Lake Valley area continues, the current landfill operations may likely be expanded further into adjacent areas as necessary to facilitate the need for additional landfill capacity. I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan FOUNDATION Mountain View Landfill The Mountain View Landfill is located at approximately 7000 West and California Avenue. The landfill covers approximately 77 acres and accepts non-hazardous construction/demolition waste and regulated asbestos contain material. Construction Waste Landfill The Construction Waste Landfill is located at approximately 7200 West and California Avenue. The landfill covers approximately 70 acres and accepts non-hazardous construction/demolition waste and household waste resulting from abatement, rehabilitation, renovation, and remodeling of homes and other residences. Landfill Sites Within Northwest Quadrant s ti r:' ,,, . i11' `." ,t, - No 'temple raw sue .. L ,,. — �� �FK it Y `,'N Y . I a ' ' � P" e . � ' --- --- ' Y 'Ti ' s View Sa1t�``Valiey �� :r�f' t � '' ! .s. t a �, r waste il ;' ',_ 0 i.. A . ..,,„.....0 Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I ` ' FOUNDATION Regionally Significant Scenic & Wildlife Resources The Northwest Quadrant is adjacent to uplands and wetlands located along the south shores of the Great Salt Lake, which are managed for wetland and wildlife purposes from the Lee Creek Area to Farmington Bay. Rio Tinto manages the Inland Sea Shorebird Reserve and the National Audubon Society manages the Lee Creek Area and the Gillmor Sanctuary. The area also contains numerous duck clubs and is near the Farmington Bay Waterfowl Management Area in Farmington Bay. PPrillPil a fninoon Bay , uffii-; 4'^_a' `'`^ �eifft, IF" -II ��III//Lll ,ram=,%ljoitt�l• 'res ve,- Cc : ., ; ek ild r^ 'tea. 4: 'i `* 1 / , elb c Inland Sea Shorebird ` "" — L � Reserve . Bailey's i - y __": — — — s _ _--- '4‘4.r' --I\ Inland Sea Shorebird Reserve Directly west of the Northwest Quadrant, Kennecott - Utah Copper's Inland Sea Shorebird Reserve (ISSR) , . is a 3,670-acre shorebird and waterfowl reserve along :, , ,a the south shore of the Great Salt Lake. Created to ' offset the loss of wetlands affected by expansion of . 1 :,, - _ _ - its tailings impoundment, it is now one of the largest ,•.; k`'i44*' ` wetland mitigation banks in the United States. _ • By cleaning the site and directing and damming water sources to sustain the wetlands, the area was `frItTI,Liy`ct.` w'}'`' d' . - • - 4 transformed into an important component within the Great Salt Lake ecosystem. ©Ann Neville Consisting of five mitigation ponds and four additional ponds, the ISSR primarily serves as refuge for shorebirds and waterfowl, though deer, antelope, 1 8 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan FOUNDATION rabbit, skunk, coyote, red fox, voles, field mice, chorus frogs, racers and gopher snakes are often spotted on site. The number of bird species at the ISSR has grown from 50 in 1995 to more than 150 today, including snowy plovers,American avocets, long-billed curlew, peregrine falcons and burrowing owls. The ISSR is part of a larger ecological unit, Gilbert Bay, which was accepted in 2004 as a BirdLife International and National Audubon Important Bird Area, recognizing the area for its outstanding value to bird conservation. South Shore Preserve The South Shore Preserve is north of the Inland Sea Shorebird Reserve and includes the Gillmor Audubon Sanctuary as well as lands owned by the Utah Reclamation, Mitigation, and Conservation Commission. It consists of approximately 2,700 acres of wetlands and uplands. The land is part of the Great Salt Lake ecosystem and contains large portions of bird habitat. The National Audubon Society also manages the Lee Creek area, which is to the south west of the Inland Sea Shorebird Reserve and is just north of the frontage road that parallels I-80. The Lee Creek Area is open to the public for wildlife viewing. 3ailey's Lake 11111111111411174 Bailey's Lake is a geological landform created by the Jordan _,.,,,,, River as it ran through the area during prehistoric time. For thousands of years the main channel of the river flowed south of Bailey's Lake. Alluvial materials deposited as the river slowed to enter the Great Salt Lake and built a large delta. Remnants of deltic features can be observed today . between the Goggin Drain and I-80.When the river - changed course and began flowing outside its previous - channels and banks, it eroded unconsolidated Lake Bonneville sediments and cut deeply to create the incised channel meander, which today is referred to as Bailey's Lake. The Jordan River continued to alter its course, moving to the east to its present location, and no longer courses through Bailey's Lake, nor is it now within the Northwest Quadrant. 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This plan uses the terms Guiding Principle and Policy to describe the directives of the plan. • Guiding Principle means the general direction that the City, developers, and other stakeholders should take to implement this plan. • Policy means the specific tasks that the City, developers and other stakeholders should perform to implement the master plan. A listed policy may contain a list of specifics that are intended to further explain or provide examples of how a policy may be implemented.The list is not intended to be exclusive. The land use plan is based on a development boundary. The development boundary identifies areas that should be protected from development and areas where development is appropriate. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan 12"i LAND USE PLAN Public Process For a variety of reasons, the public process for creating These three frameworks were overlayed to determine the Northwest Quadrant Master Plan has been drawn out where development should occur. Sustainability over several years. indicators were later identified to evaluate the success of the final Master Plan in meeting the Vision. The first round of engagement occurred in 2007. Community outreach included 15 Planning Team Throughout 2008, the plan went through a series of meetings, 9 Master Plan Advisory Committee meetings, renditions before reaching the Planning Commission 11 Technical Resource Committee meetings, 60 in 2009. The Planning Commission recommended that stakeholder interviews,work sessions with property the City Council adopt the plan. owners and environmental groups, site visits, and No action was taken on the plan until when the presentations to the Chamber of Commerce and council adopted a resolution supporting reconsideration Salt Lake City advisory groups. These include the Airport Board, Public Utilities Advisory Committee, of the Northwest Quadrant Master Plan, and noted that the following principles may be considered in the Open Space Lands Advisory Board,Transportation Advisory Board, and the Business Advisory Board. In revisions to the plan: addition, public hearings were held before the Planning • Preserve areas for future industrial, manufacturing, Commission and City Council, and two public research or distribution. workshops were held to seek input from the entire Salt • Preserve areas for future airport expansion and Lake community. airport related industry. • The first public meeting, a Visioning Workshop, was Create economic opportunities by linking the held in January 2007 at the Salt Lake City Main location of jobs with transportation and housing Library to define the components of a new sustainable options. • community. The purpose of the Visioning Workshop Concentrate commercial and industrial was to outline the Vision for the Northwest Quadrant development near major transportation corridors. •by recommending components of a sustainable Encourage industrial and manufacturing uses community. Attendees were asked to describe the adjacent to 1-80 and around the intermodal rail components of a sustainable community that formed facility. the basis of the Vision. • Preserve and enhance natural ecological functions. • Conserve and manage open space for the continued health of the natural environment and enjoyment of - the region's residents. ,J :;k • Protect high qualitynestingareas used byspecies g P sensitive to human intrusion. .-. r Y • Determine areas of significant habitat and /' g r incorporate appropriate buffers between habitat and , development areas. k \ • Plan for strong residential base to support mixed-use �► centers, and develop neighborhoods within walking distance of mixed-use centers. j • Design communities to encourage social interaction and support family and community relationships. - • Cluster residential development to minimize land consumption and create quality environmental The second public meeting, a Big Ideas Workshop, was conservation areas. held in November 2007, and focused on review and refinement of the new sustainable community based on After the resolution was adopted, the City began three frameworks: Environmental,Transit, and Centers. formulating a process to update the plan. The 2009 2 2 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN • version of the plan included a residential component. However, that version failed to be adopted. In addition, throughout the earlier process, a number of environmental groups cited issues with residential development in the area. Given this and the nature of existing uses in the area, the residential component was removed from this plan. Attempting to capitalize on the previous engagement efforts, the City focused on reworking the plan and getting feedback on a revised version of the plan instead of starting from scratch. Throughout the summer of 2015, the City worked with various stakeholders and property owners, and the general public to develop this plan. Other public engagement events included an Open House, a booth at a local festival, and an Open City Hall forum on the City's web site. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I 2 LAND USE PLAN Northwest Quadrant Future Land Use Map ee IV s � wltt .. 4c1 CC tn L of cel California Ave r 0 0.5 1 2 3 4 Miles Future Land Use Northwest Quadrant II Development Area Heavy Industrial Boundary North of I-80 P Open Op Space Canals Natural Areas Landfill Elevation 4,215 Feet Light Industrial Mining and below Eco-Industrial Buffer 2 4 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN FUTURE LAND USE This section describes each of the land use categories (no build/protection area, existing landfill, industrial/ manufacturing/office area) shown on the future land use map. Natural Areas: areas that should remain free from Heavy Industrial: uses that produce noise, odors, development and intended to be maintained as native as and other similar impacts are included in the possible, with very little human intrusion. The primary Heavy Industrial category. These areas generally are purpose of this area is for habitat preservation, to somewhat isolated from other land uses and are not sustain biodiversity, and protect the sensitive lands along located adjacent to sensitive lands. Heavy industrial the shores of the Great Salt Lake, wetlands, playas, etc. includes uses such as steel fabrication, the storage or This land is mostly below the 4,217 elevation, which is manufacturing of chemicals or explosives, fuel storage 5 feet above the historic measured high water line of the and other uses. Great Salt Lake. Landfill: areas that currently operate as a solid waste Open Space: Open spaces are areas that are intended disposal facility. Landfills are a necessary component of to be preserved primarily for outdoor activities and the City and create unique impacts. Land uses adjacent recreation.These areas should be protected, but small to landfills should expect to experience a certain level of buffers are acceptable. nuisance, such as odor, noise and dust. Light Industrial: light industrial areas include uses Mining: the Kennecott tailings pond is mostly located that produce little or no pollution but require a lot outside of the City, but the base of the tailings pond of land. Uses such as warehousing, manufacturing, extends into the City.The planned expansion of the food production, assembly, and other similar uses are tailings pond encroaches further into the City. The commonly found in the light industrial areas. Uses pond is exempt from local zoning regulations. that require outdoor storage of new, clean materials are generally acceptable. Light industrial areas also include • support services, such as restaurants, limited retail, fuel centers, and other uses necessary to support the light industrial uses. Eco-Industrial Buffer: light industrial areas that include office, warehousing, maunfacturing, and other similar uses that are designed and built to minimize their impact on the environment and ecological systems. Areas within 400 feet of the Natural Areas and other environmentally sensitive lands will have additional development standards to help mitigate impacts on the natural areas. Incentives should be created for developments outside of the 400 feet area to encourage design that lessens impacts to the environment. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I 2 ' LAND USE PLAN MS- Natural Areas City Planninc Context The natural environment is a major influence on item relates to the citywide initiatives outlined in Plan Salt Lake City. As a community, we value our Salt Lake and other citywide master plans. natural setting and understand its necessity to sustain biodiversity, ecosystem functions and quality of life. The Great Salt Lake is a very unique natural amenity The following plans provide overall guidance for this to our region and an important national treasure. chapter. The shores of the lake are sensitive areas that provide critical wildlife habitat. The land is subject to natural Plan Salt Lake is the citywide vision plan that establishes fluctuations in water levels which creates the variety of a road map for future growth. It represents the habitats important to a balanced ecosystem. The lake commonly held values of residents, business owners has seen the water level change over the years, from and stakeholders and establishes a framework for future historic high levels that inundated parts of the area community master plans to carry out the greater vision north of I-80 to its current level almost 20 feet lower for Salt Lake. than its historic high. Due to the environmentally-sensitive lands in the area, Minimize our impact on the natural trails, bikeways, and other related facilities should not be placed within the "Natural Areas" of the plan. environment. Plan Salt Lake Natural Environment However, trails and bikeways are appropriate within Guiding Principle areas designated as "Greenways and Open Space." The Goals for the Natural Area are listed on the Plan Salt Lake describes the citywide values related following page.To accomplish these goals, the Northwest to the natural environment and includes a number Quadrant Master Plan identifies key policies and of initiatives related to it. Initiatives are those things initiatives that are intended to provide general direction that, collectively, will be worked on by the government, on how the goals can be achieved. property owners, developers, residents, and others. The City also has several citywide master plans that are applicable to the Northwest Quadrant.These include the Transportation Plan and the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan. The Moving Forward section of the Northwest Quadrant Master Plan identifies how each 2 C I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN Goals of Natural Areas: • Protect the Great Salt Lake Ecosystem • Protect,conserve,and restore native wildlife habitat,wetlands,and water bodies • Protect water quality • • Protect global flyways • Protect people and property from flooding • Support agricultural uses in the natural areas i . ' Water corridor or fencing serves as barrier • :5 :. . z l ( cr r � 0.. ') Large areas of • w adjacent open space / � Or"'. Jr serves as a wildlife • Ca refuge area and �:� nesting habitat NATURAL • r'�� AREA ? f r Appropriate spatial 1 1 buffer between ^ ! • „ `7/ • sensitive areas and `�l k�vr� F( development 1 to / \J7\C 11( 1 =I 1 ir= + . , . 4,,,?f, . : )4;6 . . Conceptual drawing showing the development that may occur within the development line and the preserved natural areas. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I 2 7 LAND USE PLAN • \atural Areas Natural Areas, consisting of the most sensitive resources, The lands included in the Natural Areas generally are characterized by protecting existing natural habitat include: areas, restricting human access and eliminating impact from development. The Natural Areas are generally Lands within the 100 year flood plain; found north of the Development Line (refer to Future • Lands that are already protected from development, Land Use Map on page 24). The Natural Areas include including those under conservation easements; lands that sit below an elevation of 4,215 feet above sea level (NGVD29). This elevation is important because it • High functioning wetlands, such as open water, relates to the static historic high water level of the Great emergent marsh,wet meadow, transitional wet Salt Lake (4,212 feet) plus the natural phenomenon meadow and playas; and of waves developing on the lake that have the ability • to reach up to five feet higher than the static water Baileys Lake Complex elevation. The State and the City both recognize this flood elevation. Consolidated wetland systems, key uplands, and the Lake's floodplain are included in the Natural Area. Bailey's Lake and the edges of the Goggin Drain are within this area and could be restored, recreating the historic lake bed and enhancing wildlife habitat. Buffers, including a variety of barrier features such as open space, limited access roads, swales, fences, and berms should be considered and used as practicable to restrict access and limit damage. Recognizing that the lake typically fluctuates 20 feet, consideration should be given to wetlands and potential wetlands within that elevation range. 2 2 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN MOVING FORWARD > > > As we move forward with protecting the natural environment in the Northwest Quadrant, it is important to identify key guiding principles and policies that will help provide direction and aid in the decision making process. Each guiding principle is aimed at addressing the initiatives and direction identified in Plan Salt Lake and other applicable adopted master plans of the City. These Guiding Principles, Initiatives and Policies apply to those areas identified as "Natural Areas" on the future land use map and when any future amendments may occur to the "Natural Areas" or any additional land that may be identified as a Natural Area in the future. GOAL 01 PROTECT THE GREAT SALT LAKE ECOSYSTEM. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Growth • Preserve open space and critical environmental areas Natural Environment • Preserve natural open spaces and sensitive areas to sustain biodiversity and ecosystem functions. • Protect water quality and supply. PolicyNA-1.1. Contribute to the protection of the Great Salt Lake ecosystem. • Orient development/buffers to provide protection to high-functioning wetlands. • Develop preservation priorities with conservation partners and property owners for lands to acquire and permanently protect as natural areas. Coordinate with the Salt Lake City Open Space Lands Master Plan to include these sites. • Maintain biodiversity by conserving important, consolidated habitat and vegetation that support and are integrally connected with the Great Salt Lake ecosystem, including high-functioning water bodies, riparian corridors,wetlands, uplands, and playas. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I %.' LAND USE PLAN GOAL 02 PROTECT, CONSERVE, AND RESTORE NATIVE WILDLIFE HABITAT, WETLANDS, AND WATER BODIES Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Growth • Preserve open space and critical environmental areas Natural Environment • Preserve natural open spaces and sensitive areas to sustain biodiversity and ecosystem functions. • Protect water quality and supply. Policy NA-2.1. Avoid disturbance or impacts to • Encourage re-meandering of streams,where consolidated high-functioning wetlands or playa appropriate, to restore riparian and wetland habitats in natural areas. functions. Policy NA-2.2. Create buffers from high-functioning, • Encourage stream re-vegetation with appropriate consolidated nesting areas. native vegetation to support healthy riparian ecosystems. • Utilize barriers such as natural features, open space, moats, berms, swales, roads, and fencing to protect • Protect the managed wetlands north of the Goggin natural areas from developments in areas where Drain. development is permitted. Policy NA-2.6. Coordinate with the Salt Lake City • Use trails on the edges of natural areas to buffer Open Space Lands Program for the planning and wildlife habitat from development. management of preserved and/or restored lands. Policy NA-2.3. Conserve and manage plant and animal • Work with other partners to encourage adequate communities to preserve biodiversity and ecosystem funding and the creation of funding mechanisms functions. to ensure the long-term management of protected areas. • Protect landscapes that serve significant concentrations of wildlife and their nesting, • For areas to be protected by conservation easements, breeding, brooding, feeding, and resting areas. determine who will own the easement, manage and monitor the area, and ultimately be responsible for • Protect and buffer consolidated wetland areas funding maintenance. associated with the Great Salt Lake to minimize habitat fragmentation. Policy NA-2.7. Ensure stormwater is not diverted away from existing wetland complexes. Stormwater should Policy NA-2.4. Create a permanent conservation return to the same flows as they currently exist. easement and develop a restoration plan for the City owned portion of the Bailey's Lake Complex. Policy NA-2.8. Restrict development, including trails and public access areas,within the Natural Areas. Policy NA-2.5. Encourage the restoration of native habitats, water bodies, and wetlands. Use only native plants and control invasive species in natural areas. 3 fl I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN GOAL 03 PROTECT WATER QUALITY Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Natural Environment • Protect water quality and supply. Policy NA-3.1. Protect water quality and availability. • Adopt environmentally-sensitive water quality control measures within the Northwest Quadrant to prevent any further degradation of existing waterways than presently exists. • Preserve water quality by protecting streams, reducing erosion, managing stormwater, and restricting fertilizer within the Northwest Quadrant appropriately. • Protect against potential threats to water quality, including sedimentation from flooding and pollutant risks from stormwater/sewer overload or malfunction. • Utilize natural stormwater pollution reduction solutions, such as bioswales,wetlands, pervious surfaces, and other techniques to preserve water quality where appropriate. • Maintain, repair, renovate, and improve the banks of the Goggin Drain to prevent further erosion of the banks. • Discourage the drilling of water wells in the plan area. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I ;1 LAND USE PLAN GOAL 04 PROTECT GLOBAL FLYWAYS Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Natural Environment • Preserve natural open space and sensitive areas to sustain biodiversity and ecosystem functions. Policy NA-4.1. Require reasonable and appropriate buffers for development that are adjacent to natural lands, including the Inland Sea Shorebird Reserve. Policy NA-4.2. Encourage the protection of the natural areas as a critical location of the global flyway for migratory birds.A flyway is the route between breeding and wintering areas. • Continue to work at local, regional, and international levels to protect ecosystems along flyways. • Support a collaboration of mechanisms for flyway conservation, both regionally and globally. • Discourage loss and degradation of high- functioning Great Salt Lake wetlands within the Northwest Quadrant. • Incorporate bird-friendly building design guidelines for the areas where development is allowed north of 1-80. 3 2 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN GOAL 05 PROTECT PEOPLE AND PROPERTY FROM NATURAL HAZARDS Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Government • Protect people and infrastructure from crimes and natural hazards. Policy NA-5.1. Restrict occupied development below the elevation of 4,217 feet (NGVD 1929) and in the 100 year flood plain. • Acknowledge that fill may be necessary for development within the developable areas • Evaluate opportunities for fill to raise the elevation of a site to 4,217, without impacting sensitive lands and wildlife habitat. • Restrict development in the 100 year flood plain. Policy NA-5.2. Use incentives to address brownfield sites and landfills, taking into account land use and costs related to remediation. Policy NA-5.3 Review the lowland conservancy overlay district and consider modifying its boundaries where it makes sense. Policy NA-5.4 Consider requiring appropriate geotechnical studies,wetland mapping, and other studies prior to new development occurring north of I-80. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan 13 3 LAND USE PLAN GOAL 06 SUPPORT THE CONTINUATION OF AGRICULTURAL USES IN AREA Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Parks and Recreation • Support urban agriculture and local food systems that produce healthy and sustainable food for the community, while providing valuable open space. Policy NA-6.1. Support the continuation of agricultural uses in the area. • Grazing is the historic use of the area and should be continued. • Review and modify regulations and processes related to agricultural uses, agricultural subdivisions, and other related regulations that may make it difficult for grazing to continue. Policy NA-6.2. Rezone the area north of I-80 incrementally to avoid tax implications for property owners who use their land for agricultural purposes. 3 4 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN • .... . l ". + fi.- - - �'' �v.11.. .4-4 q.. "r , _. _. F+4a't -".w ... J �_"MMt►'s,'%rf�vr° �i _ ,.s�+�{s S,' •t �.� ar:. -1!. *nee kitito tp ~ry 40 • _ Greenways and Open Spaces City Planninc Context The Greenways in the Northwest Quadrant provide Greenways are areas that contain some wildlife habitat, opportunities for people to experience the unique low functioning wetlands, old river and stream character of natural habitat of the shores of the channels, canals, uplands, and other similar lands. Great Salt Lake. Greenways allow for trails,wildlife Greenways are generally found in the development area viewing and education opportunities in areas that are and may be disconnected from other wildlife habitat disconnected from the Natural Areas. In the context of located in the Natural Areas. the Northwest Quadrant Master Plan, the open spaces are generally found along the southern City boundary Greenways can serve as natural areas, open space along SR-201 and are different than the Natural Areas and multipurpose utility corridors, providing green (refer to Future Land Use Map on page 24). infrastructure, creating pedestrian corridors, providing active recreational uses, and creating wildlife corridors. Plan Salt Lake supports integrating open spaces into Greenways may connect the developed areas north developed areas for the purpose of providing access to and south of I-80 and provide links to regional people and to some degree, supporting wildlife habitat trail corridors serving the greater Salt Lake Valley. and native landscapes. Development may occur in some Greenways, but only if it is sensitive to the key natural features nearby. Protecting the natural environment Open Spaces are generally found south of the existing City and County Landfill.They consist of water bodies while providing access and as well as recreational opportunities such as the Lee Kay opportunities to recreate and enjoy Center for Hunter Education. A trail system is planned nature. Plan Salt Lake Parks and Recreation Guiding as part of the Mountain View Corridor project that the Utah Department of Transportation is undertaking. Principle This trail has the potential to be a key link in a regional trail system and could connect the open spaces near SR- 201 with the Greenways. Northwest Quadrant Master Ran I 3 5 LAND USE PLAN Goals of Greenways: • Provide and maintain a high-quality,safe,and affordable trail network • Support more developed recreation opportunities in the open spaces near SR-201. • Foster public understanding and stewardship of the natural environment within Greenways. Development Area ii Natural Areas ____ _„..,--— 4~04,.,,/... 1.—At- 4.,--_,. "-----L--.--iimitmib= -;--- _ ....„....._.......,......,....____ . -- .'11X''''.. :•"11'''' .7.... ..---- ---=':_ ---1____ ____„7.. — ow- ---. -14144wAig G. '------slom to\Is.4,,.... .„....-- ..,,,..... .,_, ,,,,,.. ,-..., . ,.., 4,, . ./jr. - - -r--. • f V. \i •it j r% \,4410,r „r, --,...... . + • g el...a ,jt•• ' I-80 Corridor Multi-Purpose /i, Greenways �y�r c_• << < . t. 3 i I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN MOVING FORWARD > > > As we move forward with protecting the natural environment in the Northwest Quadrant, it is important to identify key guiding principles and policies that will help provide direction and aid in the decision making process. Each guiding principle is aimed at addressing the initiatives and direction identified in Plan Salt Lake and other applicable adopted master plans of the City. These Guiding Principles, Initiatives and Policies apply to those areas identified as "Greenways and Open Space" on the future land use map and when any future amendments may occur to the "Greenways and Open Space" or any additional land that may be identified as a Natural Area in the future. GOAL 01 PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A HIGH-QUALITY, SAFE AND AFFORDABLE TRAIL NETWORK Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Natural Environment • Increase education regarding stewardship of natural lands Equity • Ensure access to all City amenities and services Policy GW 1.1. Develop trails that connect through the Policy GW-1.2 Support the construction of the trail development area and to other trail systems. associated with the Mountain View Corridor and work on connecting the trail to the Greenways north of I-80. • Encourage the development of interpretive features, such as signs, trails, boardwalks, and viewing towers. Policy GW-1.3 Maintain access to the existing airport • Design trails at an adequate width for multiple bike path. use and ongoing maintenance, and with adequate setbacks from adjacent roadways and private Policy GW-1.4 Domestic pets should be prohibited property. along trailways. • Provide both paved and non-paved trails to accommodate a variety of users and variety of experiences, from urban to natural landscapes. • Integrate bike and pedestrian improvements into roadway designs. Designate bike routes to encourage commuting and traveling within the area by bicycling. • Segregate trail use along highly-congested trail segments to avoid trail user conflicts. Encourage the use of signs, speed control devices, and other methods to promote safety in these areas. • Require that all recreation facilities meet or exceed the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Northwest Quadrant Master Plan 3 7 LAND USE PLAN GOAL 02 SUPPORT DEVELOPED RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES IN THE OPEN SPACES NEAR SR-201 Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Natural Environment • Increase education regarding stewardship of natural lands Equity • Ensure access to all City amenities and services Policy GW 2.1. Support the Lee Kay Center for Hunter Education in its current location. Policy GW-2.2 Encourage more intensive active recreation uses to the south of I-80, including possibly a BMX/ATV park. GOAL 03 FOSTER PUBLIC UNDERSTANDING AND STEWARDSHIP OF THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Natural Environment • Increase education regarding stewardship of natural lands Equity • Ensure access to all City amenities and services Policy GW 3.1. Develop opportunities to encounter the natural environment in order to appreciate and learn from it. • Work with environmental groups to promote education materials related to the Great Salt Lake. • Encourage the development of interpretive features within Greenways 3 3 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN i ::: ..mot'3.a -_ ... -- z.___.=.s.'.i _. _ - e•. ` '_f _ _ _ Development Areas City Planning Context The Northwest Quadrant includes most of the industrial Plan Salt Lake supports a balanced economy and the areas of the City west of I-215. The industrial parks, industrial sector is a major part of the City's economy. such as the International Center, provide quality jobs The Northwest Quadrant Master Plan is in some and contribute to a healthy and sustainable economy. regards an economic development strategy. It provides The Development Areas within this plan refer to the direction on what types of businesses can thrive in remaining land uses that are neither the Natural Areas an eco-industrial park and in our more traditional or the Greenways and Open Spaces within the Future industrial areas. Land Use Map (page 24). The proximity to Salt Lake International Airport, 1-80, I-215, Bangerter Highway and the connection to a major freight rail line and A balanced economy that produces intermodal rail transfer facility make the area highly quality jobs and fosters an environment competitive from an economic standpoint. No other location in Utah has this kind of access. for commerce, local business, and Environmental and economic goals are often not in sync industry to thrive. Plan Salt Lake Economy Guiding with each other.This plan strives to balance the need Principle for environmental protection and preservation with the need for a robust economy. This is accomplished by establishing the framework for an "eco-industrial park" One of the big picture goals of Plan Salt Lake is to maintain the City as the center of Utah's economy and north of I-80 and supporting continued growth in the industrial areas of the City south of I-80. This concept a leader in the Intermountain West. It recognizes the attempts to allow for development while incorporating importance education has on our economic advantage and the role that changing technologies have in supporting environmentally sensitive designs to reduce the impact on the natural environment. entrepreneurship, investment and long term economic sustainability. The economic health of the City is an important The goals and policies found in this section are intended indicator of the overall success of the City. Without a strong economy, many of the quality of life goals of to support the continued growth of our industrial areas the City would be difficult to realize. Complicating and the potential for an eco-industrial park north of the economic health of the City is the fact that the Salt I-80. The Future Land Use Map provides a general description and location of each land use category,while Lake City economy competes with other cities in Utah, the intermountain region and globally. The Northwest the goals and policies provide direction and guidance Quadrant provides the City with an economic on future development within the identified land use advantage over other cities given its location and access. categories. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan 13 9 LAND USE PLAN Potential for Growth Compared to other metropolitan areas of approximately regulation and oversight. The ground water may be the same size, Salt Lake City could support several close to the surface. There are some fault lines in the additional centers without competing with Downtown. eastern part of the area. All of these factors increase the The 2007 Update to the Envision Utah Values Study cost and may add considerable time to the permitting found that people prefer future growth within existing process. These hurdles require special consideration communities or within centers. Currently boasting when it comes to rezoning the area north of I-80 and 30,000 existing jobs within and adjacent to the issuing building permits. Northwest Quadrant, the area already has a substantial employment base. The Northwest Quadrant represents the largest economic development opportunity along the Wasatch Front. Over 60,000 employees could one day work in the Northwest Quadrant. A new employment center forms an expanded economic center, including mid-rise buildings,walkable office/commercial, and a local and regional transit hub, creating an appropriate gateway to Salt Lake City. The industrial base of Salt Lake City is ensured through the identification of additional industrial lands, reuse of underutilized industrial lands, redevelopment, and the cleanup of key brownfield sites. This protects the employment and industrial base of Salt Lake City. Some areas of the Northwest Quadrant have more sensitive natural environments than others. Great care must be practiced to protect the natural environment, while allowing other areas to develop and help sustain the City's economy. In order for the area to develop appropriately, new infrastructure is required.This infrastructure includes streets, rail lines and utilities. To fully capture the economic development potential, high speed internet access is necessary. It is important that the area develop in a phased approach and the utilities built to accommodate future demand in an incremental approach. Infrastructure may be the biggest deterrent • to economic development in the area. Figuring out how to pay for new infrastructure, the long term maintenance of the infrastructure, and preserving future utility corridors is critical to the success of the area. The Northwest Quadrant presents numerous natural hazards that need to be considered prior to new development occurring. The potential for soil liquefaction in the area is high. Much of the area has wetlands, including playa,which is subject to Federal 4 0 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN Goals for Development Areas: • Preserve areas for future office,industrial,manufacturing,research and distribution land uses. • Encourage the continuation and expansion of the Salt Lake International Airport and airport-related industries. • Concentrate development along major transportation corridors. • Promote infill development. • Develop 7200 West and I-80 as a major gateway to the City. • Expand the regions'economic base by supporting business recruitment.development,and job creation. • Promote economic viability and equity. • Develop an eco-industrial park development strategy for the area north of I-80. • Encourage the development of renewable energy. Natural Areas At c> • P° _ Intern al'Gente�er yIr �W.41111 \•Light In ustrial j�.� ,�_ areas /of dr�.G r .� --,..r,.W.- t. l'+�%�'IC�OM -' 'I80C rridor lie, I ;,- Ee p.Ind'trial/ 4. — 't•4T' 4, - ' ._•"-T ^� '• .o4'� Park % 1",> . �ti`e$ if-i r N /" at.� ' e HOC Do :;a.— —., •• •�?lao► .I °pr- �..• •rl�_C'�� �_`��\'. � N. ice$ ' ice - ipi---- 0,, • • , \ 1."1111/ :,.- t--- t. rCt...ti. l Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I .I LAND USE PLAN MOVING FORWARD > > > Promoting the Northwest Quadrant as an economic engine for the City is a key goal of this plan. It is important to identify key guiding principles and policies that will help provide direction and aid in the decision making process. Each guiding principle is aimed at addressing the initiatives and direction identified in Plan Salt Lake and other applicable adopted master plans of the City. These Guiding Principles, Initiatives and Policies apply to economic development activities in the area. GOAL 01 PRESERVE AREAS FOR FUTURE OFFICE, INDUSTRIAL, MANUFACTURING, RESEARCH OR DISTRIBUTION USES Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Growth • Promote infill and redevelopment of underutilized lands Air Quality • Ensure local industries meet stringent environmental standards Economy • Encourage a resilient and diversified economy Policy DA-1.1. Preserve land for industrial expansion Policy DA-1.3. Use appropriate industrial and office south of I-80,ensuring the City's economic uses to buffer natural resources. sustainability. • Promote pollution control equipment on all Policy DA-1.2. Work with property owners to ensure buildings and for all industrial/manufacturing uses. the continuation and expansion of mining operations • is done in an environmentally responsible manner and Restrict storm runoff from parking lots flowing restricted to the area south of I-80. directly into natural areas, wetlands, and green corridors. • Coordinate with Kennecott and other affected owners regarding future expansion plans and • Use Best Management Practices (BMPs) to improve consider the social, economic and environmental run-off water quality impacts/benefits of expansion. • Utilize appropriate buffers and landscapes, including • Maintain compatible land uses that currently exist bioswales, to limit the impact development has on around the tailings impoundment and utilize buffers natural areas and green corridors. such as fencing, screening, earth berms and natural Policy DA-1.4. Provide areas for land uses that can landscaping to protect adjacent land uses. support the workers and visitors to the area, such as restaurants, gas stations, and uses that provide daily needs. 4 2 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN GOAL 02 ENCOURAGE THE CONTINUATION OF THE SALT LAKE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AND AIRPORT- RELATED INDUSTRIES. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Growth • Locate new development in areas with existing infrastructure and amenities, such as transit and transportation corridors. Transportation • Support and enhance the Salt Lake International Airport as a regional and international amenity (including freight). Government • Maintain and enhance City infrastructure in a way that is equitable and fair. Policy DA-2.1. Coordinate with the airport on future expansion plans. Policy DA-2.2. Continue to support land uses that benefit from being adjacent to the airport. Policy DA-2.3. Encourage the continuation of the Salt Lake International Airport and airport-related industry. • Maintain the high level of compatible land uses that exist around the Airport today. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I 4 3 LAND USE PLAN GOAL 03 CONCENTRATE DEVELOPMENT NEAR MAJOR TRANSPORTATION CORRIDORS Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Growth • Locate new development in areas with existing infrastructure and amenities, such as transit and transportation corridors. Transportation • Support and enhance the Salt Lake International Airport as a regional and international amenity (including freight). Government • Maintain and enhance City infrastructure in a way that is equitable and fair. Policy DA-3.1. Encourage industrial, manufacturing, Policy DA-3.2. Locate new development in areas with and major office uses to develop in the areas south of existing infrastructure. I-80 and the International Center first. • New infrastructure not abutting existing • Target economic development opportunities in the infrastructure should be appropriately and existing M-1 and M-2 zoning districts. reasonably sized to account for future development that may occur on the extension. • When opportunities arise to develop industrial uses north of I-80, which may include an eco-industrial park,work with economic development partners to promote the area. a 1 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN GOAL 04 PROMOTE THE INFILL AND REDEVELOPMENT OF UNDERUTILIZED AREAS Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Growth • Promote infill and redevelopment of underutilized land. Air Quality • Ensure local industries meet stringent environmental standards. Policy DA-4.1 Work with property owners, Policy DA-4.2. Promote infill and redevelopment of environmental groups, government agencies and other vacant or underutilized parcels within the area. parties to develop and perform appropriate and cost- • effective methods to address the North Temple and Where appropriate, utilize incentives such as Cannon Pioneer landfills. reimbursement/credit of fees, site design flexibility, the fast tracking of infrastructure and planning, • Analyze and evaluate condition of old landfill Redevelopment Agency tax-increment financing properties. of improvements, and other options to encourage • development, redevelopment, and remediation. • Anticipate potential remediation of old landfill sites as demand for developable property in the area creates sufficient market value to justify the costs of reclamation. • Use incentives to address old landfill sites, taking into account land use and costs related to remediation. • Consider interim uses for the property that may not require full remediation, such as a solar farm. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I =1 1-) LAND USE PLAN GOAL 05 DEVELOP 7200 WEST AND 1-80 AS A MAJOR GATEWAY TO THE CITY Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Growth • Promote inf ill and redevelopment of underutilized land. Air Quality • Ensure local industries meet stringent environmental standards. Policy DA-5.1 Promote this area as a major • employment center for the City. • Support 4-5 story structures in the area. • Consider office and lodging as potential land uses. • Promote high quality design and building materials. 1 Employment Center fir\ / Lodging /_���� _�— 1-80 Corridor mono. . _ ui laitialg �i _____ 1111fa 11•U `- plft 1.11111.1.. .� li tliIli p*dlife' � UPirrA- -ffir-, • ->. _ -i Lang- -=. Z11-11. -?-"Aletter(L. .. ,---doilv ..oriviimium ram• o 4 -s gi_4____O__ lt r*---k-•w- -------....-...r..._..-.-__......-....-_-__:__ - - ii:_._:.1... �, i 4p•_ - * SZ -"c> `-_,4 1/ ,i.o--..-.-. r.r.-o-d-A-.im,. .. ,.„...;,- -14‘-‘,..,„.....tir,„ .,...,,... ,. • CI Y. t MI) Regional New Gateway, Multi-Modal Transit Transfer I . Trail System Bridge,and Station with Commuter Rail, Connections Monuments Light Rail,and Bus Connections Interstate 80 and 7200 West Gateway to Salt Lake City =1 C. I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN GOAL 06 E -A ' I/ THE - ON'S ECONOMIC BASE BY SUPPORTING BUSINESS RECRUITMENT, DEVELOPMENT AND JOB CREATION. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Economy • Strengthen our role as an economic, social and commerce center. • Support quality jobs. • Maintain the City's competitive economic edge. • Support entrepreneurship and innovation. Policy DA-6.1. Recruit new business enterprise • Work with economic development partners that would bring higher wage jobs to the Northwest to market developable lands in the Northwest Quadrant. Quadrant to low impact industrial, manufacturing Encourage employers to expand, establish, or and high tech companies. • relocate to the area to increase its long-term • Support ongoing efforts to encourage business economic sustainability. development with programs that include management training, employee training, mentorships, and similar programs. GOAL 07 PROMOTE ECONOMIC VIABILITY AND EQUITY Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Economy • Encourage a resilient and diversified economy. Government • Maintain and enhance City infrastructure in a way that is equitable and fair. • Collaborate to set short- and long-term priorities and invest accordingly. Policy DA-7.1. Recognize the unique opportunity to • Explore equitable and creative allocations of promote economically sustainable development through the costs of implementing this Plan among all public/private partnership. stakeholders. • Seek opportunities for innovative funding and financing opportunities for economic development. • Undertake formal review of impact fees applicable to the Northwest Quadrant to comply with legal constraints and to fairly allocate the costs of implementing this Plan and providing necessary services within the Northwest Quadrant. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I LAND USE PLAN GOAL 08 DEVELOP AN ECO-INDUSTRIAL PARK DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY FOR THE AREA NORTH OF 1-80 Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Air Quality • Support and promote renewable energy sources. • Encourage energy efficiency citywide • Ensure local industries meet stringent environmental standards Economy • Encourage a resilient and diversified economy. Policy DA-8.1. Establish a public-private partnership to Policy DA-8.5 Review development regulations to make realize the full economic potential of the area. sure the mix of permitted uses contribute to a by- product exchange. • Utilize appropriate economic development tools to support infrastructure needs, business recruitment Policy DA-8.6 Provide incentives for development that and retainment, and to build relationships between utilize on-site renewable energy sources, such as solar, businesses. wind, biomass and low-impact hydro or geothermal energy. • Consider an economic development checklist that is aimed at meeting ecological objectives to qualify for • Consider a shared heating and power generation economic incentives. system for the area. • Find ways that the existing agricultural economy • Allow solar farms and panels as principal uses and can benefit from industrial uses instead of being on the rooftops of buildings, over parking areas. displaced by new development. Policy DA-8.7 Consider Requiring geotechnical studies, Policy DA-8.2 Seek out companies that can benefit wetland mapping and other studies necessary to identify from reusing by-products produced from other all natural hazards prior to development. businesses in the vicinity. Policy DA-8.8 Support lower buildings closer to natural Policy DA-8.3 Establish and encourage eco-industrial areas and taller buildings around the 7200 West and type developments north of I-80. I-80 interchange. • Establish eco-industrial development standards for Policy DA-8.9 Reduce noise from new and existing areas within 400 feet of the Natural Areas. development in the area. • Streamline the development process and provide appropriate incentives for developing an eco- industrial park. Policy DA-8.4 Ensure that a local supply market exists that can provide materials, parts and components, energy, customers and employees. 4 tJ I Northwest Quadrant Master Ran LAND USE PLAN What is an Eco-Industrial Park? An Eco-Industrial park is a collection of manufacturing, industrial, office, and support businesses located in close proximity to one another for mutual benefits while also limiting the environmental impacts.The goals of an eco-industrial park include reducing environmental impact, economic prosperity through the creation of a circular economy, and a net positive social impact. These goals are accomplished by: • A physical layout and development pattern that avoids sensitive lands, such as wildlife habitat and waterways; • A reduction in greenhouse gas emissions through the use of freight rail, better building design, and utilizing byproducts from local sources; • On-site renewable energy production, energy-efficient design, and utilizing heat sources created by industrial processes; • Creating effective and efficient material flows by maximizing re-use and recycling of materials and establishing resource exchanges and recycling networks; • Appropriate waste management aimed at re-use, recycling and pollution prevention; • Utilizing locally-sourced and recycled building materials as much as possible. Eco-Industrial and the Northwest Quadrant Light industrial uses will make up the development area north of I-80.An Eco-industrial concept that incorporates some additional development standards, such as stormwater management and limited glass openings on a building, will be required for areas located within 400 feet of the Natural Areas, the Inland Sea Shorebird Reserve, and other environmentally-sensitive areas. For other areas north of I-80, incentives should be provided for developments that incorporate additional development standards that are mindful of the environmentally-sensitive nature of the area. In the Northwest Quadrant, an eco-industrial park concept makes sense to achieve the goals of this master plan. An eco-industrial park is more than just a land use plan. It requires a strong economic development commitment at the local, regional and state level. Zoning for an eco-industrial park may include a new zoning district or overlay that focuses less on land use and more on development characteristics that generally comply with the concepts and policies of this master plan. In some instances, some land may be more appropriately zoned to be consistent with the International Center. Whatever approach is taken, future zoning should balance the goals of this plan and recognize that some areas may require different zoning regulations than other areas. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN GOAL 08 ENCOURAGE THE DEVELOPMENT OF RENEWABLE ENERGY Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Air Quality • Support and promote renewable energy sources. • Encourage energy efficiency citywide Policy DA-9.1. Provide incentives for development that utilize on-site renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, biomass and low-impact hydro or geothermal energy. • Allow solar farms and panels in buildable areas, as principal uses and accessory uses. 5 0 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN • „ il�+f .v y-. .h 1 Transportation City Planning Context The transportation network links the Northwest Other citywide plans, such as the Transportation Plan Quadrant to the rest of the City, region and state.The and other regional plans also influence the future of local network connects one of the largest economic the Northwest Quadrant. Implementing those plans development opportunities along the Wasatch Front help the area's transportation network contribute to the to the regional and intestate networks. It allows us to overall success of the Northwest Quadrant, the City, access the natural environment. The transportation and the region. network is the lifeblood of the Northwest Quadrant. Plan Salt Lake recognizes the importance of all modes of travel in the City. Some needs and functions of the City require certain types of transportation. For example, industrial development often relies on both heavy rail lines and airports to deliver freight and other goods. They also require roads capable of handling large trucks and easy access to the Interstates. A transportation and mobility network that is safe, accessible, reliable, affordable and sustainable,providing real choices and connecting people with places. Plan Salt Lake Transportation and Mobility Guiding Principle While the city-wide initiatives are primarily aimed at reducing the use of the automobile, Plan Salt Lake recognizes the importance of the airport as a regional and international amenity, including freight. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN Y fig. `x0` F „�',1�}Y t%=4t� . , » , • morg WS- Access The Northwest Quadrant is the best connected Quadrant currently is, and will continue to be, a location in the State for manufacturing and industrial major economic development and employment center development with direct access to the Salt Lake for the City. Since there is not housing located in International Airport, I-80, I-215, heavy rail lines and the Northwest Quadrant, it is critical to have better in close proximity to I-15. The area has room for new mass transit in this area to serve the large number development to continue as a major job center for the of employees, especially those with low-income City, region and State. The availability of land and the households.Additionally, support services, such as access to multiple transportation modes make it an restaurants, are necessary in the area to reduce the attractive location. need for the employees to drive long distances, and a complete network of trails and bike lanes allows people Future transportation improvements will provide to move within the area by means other than a car. multiple options for people to reach the employment centers.As a critical mass of jobs is developed in the area The ability to ship and receive goods is critical. The north of I-80, the Airport Light Rail should be extended Northwest Quadrant is better served than any other to provide transit options for employees. This allows the parts of the City for freight access. The proximity to development of a transit-oriented employment center at Salt Lake International Airport, the existing Interstates, key nodes, such as the International Center and 7200 planned regional road networks, the Union Pacific main West/I-80 interchange. line, the short line railroad network and the intermodal rail transfer facility make the area's transportation The development of the Mountain View Corridor network an attractive amenity to a variety of industries. improves the connectivity to the western side of the Salt Lake Valley. The Mountain View Corridor is intended New streets to include a transit spine as well as connections to a regional trail that runs within the corridor. New streets will be constructed as development occurs. There are two key streets that have to be extended for Complementing convenient regional access from I-80 is a road system designed for industrial and manufacturing the area north of I-80 to be developed: 7200 West uses that can handle a variety of vehicles, including large and John Cannon Drive (860 North). 7200 West is trucks. On and off-street bike and pedestrian trails are going to be the primary access into the area due to the located within appropriate arterials and would connect interchange with I-80. However, due to the location of the old landfill, the North/South access north of to regional trails located in the area. I-80 may be shifted directly west of the landfill.John Easy access to other modes of transit could reduce Cannon Drive runs east and west and would connect automobile trips to and from the area. The Northwest the International Center to the future development area 5 2 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN to the west. Both streets should be designed to avoid Transportation Goals: sensitive areas that are identified in this plan. New • Create a multi-modal transportation network. development should occur along the future courses of • promote the design of transportation corridors that support the these two streets, leaving space for local surface roads in natural landscape a grid layout that is modified to move around sensitive • Design roads to support the land uses in the area. lands. Cul-de-sacs should be avoided unless they are ' Support the expansion of short line railways through the area. used as an end point to a road that would otherwise lead to a natural area or into a conservation development area. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan 15 3 LAND USE PLAN MOVING FORWARD > > > This section of the plan is intended to provide guidance for transportation related decisions in the Northwest Quadrant. It is important to identify key guiding principles and policies that will help provide direction and aid in the decision making process. Each guiding principle is aimed at addressing the initiatives and direction identified in Plan Salt Lake and other applicable adopted master plans of the City. These Guiding Principles, Initiatives and Policies apply to existing and future infrastructure improvements, new development and other changes to the transportation network in the area. GOAL 01 CREATE A MULTI-MODAL TRANSPORTATION 1 NETWORK Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Transportation and Mobility • Create a complete circulation network and ensure convenient and equitable access to a variety of transportation options by: • Expanding pedestrian and bicycle networks and facilities in all areas of the City. • Enhancing the regional transportation network. • Make walking and cycling viable, safe and convenient transportation options in all areas of the City. • Collaborate with regional partners to relieve congestion and enhance rights-of-way for alternative modes of transportation. Policy T 1.1. Provide a network of streets based on a • Develop an equitable and fair system to pay for the roadway typology that accounts for multi-modal travel, construction of roads. Work with funding partners including large trucks, transit, automobiles, bicycles and to adequately fund roads. pedestrians. • Scale roadways to best serve the adjacent land uses • Plan roadways on a grid or modified grid system while respecting the natural landscape and visual to ensure distribution of automobile trips,while quality of the area. respecting the natural landscape and visual quality of the area. • Designate certain roads as bikeways and design the road to make it safe for cyclists. • Ensure freeway access to the Northwest Quadrant with interchanges from 1-80 by working with UDOT,WFRC and others to ensure long term planning, funding and construction of streets. • Extend existing roads to provide multiple access points to new development. .1 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN Policy T 1.2. Incorporate sidewalks within streets and Policy T-1.4. Connect the Northwest Quadrant with trails or paths in Greenways. a public transit network to provide transportation Ensure sidewalks are separated from vehicle travel choices. • lanes with g landsca p�in . • Work with property owners, UTA, UDOT, and Ensure all sidewalks are ADA compliant. WFRC to preserve a corridor for future transit to • connect to the Airport Trax line and future transit Policy T 1.3 Develop a system of on- and off-street that may be located on or near the Mountain View bikeways and trails. Corridor. • Connect the Northwest Quadrant to the rest of • Extend the Airport Light Rail incrementally west as the City as suggested in the Pedestrian and Bicycle a critical mass of jobs are located along I-80. Master Plan,without encroaching into the Natural • Coordinate local and regional transit service to Areas of the Northwest Quadrant. As appropriate, provide seamless transfers between nodes. add bike lanes on 7200 West and other north/south roads. Design future streets in accordance with the • Provide covered and partially enclosed shelters with • City's Complete Streets Ordinance. seating and lighting at each transit stop. • Develop off-street and on-street bikeways to connect • Provide kiosks, bulletin boards, and/or signs devoted development nodes. Bikeways should be designed to providing local transit information, including to accommodate both bicycle commuting as well as basic schedule and route information at each transit higher speed recreational bicycling. stop. • Preserve, formalize, and protect the existing popular • Encourage major employers to work with UTA to bike route along the I-80 frontage road between the provide transit service (with vans, shuttles, buses) to Airport and Saltair as an important and well-used rail or other major transit facilities and/or another regional route for road/racing recreational bicyclists. major destination, such as an employment center. This type of recreational bicycling is for higher speed riders who need areas with less traffic, intersections, Link phasing of infrastructure with development and pedestrians. Develop this route in a way that to ensure critical employment levels to enable a minimizes impact from an increase in traffic as the successful transit system. area develops. Policy T-1.5. Create and implement a comprehensive • Consider developing a shared-use pathway parallel transportation demand management (TDM) program to the Frontage Road to serve walkers, runners, aimed at reducing weekday peak period trips. families, and slower speed recreational riders. This • Reduce vehicle trips, overall miles traveled, traffic would not replace the aforementioned I-80 Frontage congestion, air pollution, and greenhouse gas Road bicycle route. emissions through creative design, pedestrian • Consider eliminating vehicle traffice along the amenities, and the provision of transit. frontage road. • Reduce energy consumption and pollution from • 'Develop on-street bikeways to connect development private automobiles by encouraging less use of nodes where off-street connections do not exist with motor vehicles a safety first approach. • Consider branding throughout the bicycle network with special signs and way-finding to increase visibility of the system and ease of use. • Provide bicycle facilities for regional travel, including bicycle lockers, racks, and shelters. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan 5 LAND USE PLAN GOAL 02 PROMOTE THE DESIGN OF TRANSPORTATION CORRIDORS THAT SUPPORT THE NATURAL LANDSCAPE Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Transportation and Mobility • Incorporate green infrastructure into our rights-of-way and transportation network. Beautiful City • Reinforce the development of a connected green network of urban open spaces and forest that accommodates active transportation and provides contact with nature. Policy T 2.1. Transportation corridors should be designed to minimize impacts to natural drainage areas. • Avoid constructing roads through natural drainage areas. • Adequately design roads to direct stormwater to appropriately designed basins. Policy T-2.2. Use native and natural landscaping materials within transportation corridor rights of way. Policy T 2.3 Use appropriate but minimal levels of lighting to keep sites darker near Natural Areas. • Direct lights down and away from natural habitats. • Avoid tall street lights that may negatively impact wildlife habitat. • Use the minimum number of street lights necessary for safety. • Along trails, use lights that only light the trail and not wildlife habitat. 5(; I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN GOAL 03 DESIGN ROADS TO SUPPORT THE LAND USES IN THE AREA Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Transportation and Mobility • Incorporate green infrastructure into our rights-of-way and transportation network. Policy T 3.1. Modify the cross section of roads to allow Policy T 3.5. Maintain 8800 West as private road. for the integration of transit, land use, and other multi- Public access should be restricted to prevent trespassing modal options. that may occur on the adjacent reserve areas west of 8800 West. Policy T 3.2. Create cross sections of roads and construction details that can handle large truck traffic with little maintenance for the first 10 years. Policy T 3.3 Utilize flexible building setbacks to allow natural landscape features to be used for required landscaping. Policy T 3.4 North of I-80, extend 7200 West as the primary access point to I-180 and connect secondary access to John Cannon Way in the International Center. • Each street should be designed as arterials capable of supporting large, heavy vehicles and to a standard that ensures the street will be free from major repairs for at least 10 years. • Local cross streets should be located no further than 2,000 feet from the next cross street. • All new streets should be constructed in a way that allows them to be extended until they reach a natural area. • Local streets should be designed on a grid system that allows for continuation of the streets as development occurs. The grid system should be modified to avoid running through Natural Areas and Greenways. • Cul-de-sacs should be used to terminate all streets at the border of natural areas. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan 15 7 LAND USE PLAN GOAL 04 SUPPORT THE EXPANSION OF SHORT LINE RAILWAYS THROUGH THE AREA. Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Transportation and Mobility • Support and enhance the Salt Lake International Airport as a regional and international amenity (including freight) Economy • Maintain the City's competitive economic edge Policy T 4.1. Support the expansion of the short line railroad west of the International Center to boost the economic advantage of the area. • Avoid running rail lines in natural areas. • Rail lines should provide access to private property in places that reduce conflicts with public streets. • Support the construction of bridges over the main Union Pacific line to reduce conflicts with streets. 8 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan LAND USE PLAN S - e a • • - -."�1s' '4*11'- ' '.,. r #_.. - _ _ .ac tV�.w r '+S� r. f - rJ `- qq 1, __; yr} 11 j1 t "TyL_ _'rIT' am ss � ..._?� _ .. . �y '. ••I • - '!�r y i;: fir' _ —. Public Services Public Services include all of the services that the Some areas of the Northwest Quadrant have more City and other public entities provide. This includes sensitive natural environments than others. Great care public safety, street maintenance, utility service, must be practiced to protect the natural environment, telecommunications, etc. Regardless of land use, all while allowing other areas to develop and help sustain areas of the City require some level of public service. the City's economy. It is important that public services are provided in a In order for the area to develop appropriately, new way that supports the guiding principles and policies of infrastructure is required. This infrastructure includes the Northwest Quadrant Master Plan. This ranges from streets, rail lines, high speed telecommunications and environmental protection and conservation to equitable utilities. It is important that the area develop in a access to the digital world. phased approach and the utilities built to accommodate future demand in an incremental approach, preferably Plan Salt Lake supports providing public services in an from east to west. Infrastructure may be the biggest efficient and effective manner. This requires long term deterrent to economic development in the area. commitment to our infrastructure and protecting our Figuring out how to pay for new infrastructure, the long natural lands. term maintenance of the infrastructure, and preserving future utility corridors is critical to the success of the area. A local government that is collaborative, responsive, and Public Services Goals: • Create reliable,cost-effective,environmentally-sustainable transparent. Plan Salt Lake Government Guiding systems of utilities,public facilities and services Principle • Develop a public safety plan for emergency access and travel — • North of I-80,provide a common Northwest Quadrant design theme for the public infrastructure,such as native landscaping, There are many plans that guide providing public lighting,bridge design,signs,etc services.The Northwest Quadrant Master Plan supports allowing service providers to provide these services in a manner that is equitable and fair. • Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I 5 9 MOVING FORWARD > > > Public Services are a key ingredient for the Northwest Quadrant to develop. Each guiding principle is aimed at addressing the initiatives and direction identified in Plan Salt Lake and other applicable adopted master plans of the City. These Guiding Principles, Initiatives and Policies are intended to help in the decision making process regarding how to fund, deploy, carry out and maintain public services in the area. GOAL 01 CREATE RELIABLE, COST-EFFECTIVE, ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE SYSTEMS OF UTILITIES, PUBLIC FACILITIES AND SERVICES Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Air Quality • Encourage energy efficiency citywide Equity • Ensure access to all City amenities and services • Support neighborhood identity and diversity Policy PS-1.1. Encourage use of native, adaptive, and • Ensure that the overall location and site design drought-tolerant landscaping in public facilities and of utility systems including power generation service corridors. substations and solar farms are consistent with goals and principles of this plan and minimize impacts Policy PS-1.2. Design public service facilities with and disturbance to natural resources. shared public access and stormwater use when appropriate. Policy PS-1.7. Mitigate mosquitoes and invasive species Policy PS-1.3. Minimize public service costs in • Seek to utilize mosquito abatement technologies appropriate ways. that reduce impacts on natural systems and wildlife. Policy PS-1.4. Reduce public costs for stormwater • Develop a plan between the City and property management, flood control, and other forms of owners to mitigate and control invasive species, built infrastructure by incorporating an efficient including Tamarix, Phragmites, Russian Knapweed, stormwater management system that emphasizes and Perennial Pepperweed. green technologies, low-impact development, and best management practices. Policy PS-1.8 Support the extension of the useful life of the active landfills in the area. Policy PS-1.5. Collaborate with adjacent townships and • cities,various federal, state, and county agencies, and Support the vertical growth of the current landfill appropriate service providers to provide coordinated to avoid using more land and shipping of waste to and sustainable development of the region. other facilities. • Policy PS-1.6. Develop a public services utility plan • Develop a plan for the future use of the active that anticipates future needs and mechanisms for landfill. funding infrastructure. G 0 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan GOAL 02 DEVELOP A PUBLIC SAFETY PLAN FOR EMERGENCY ACCESS AND TRAVEL Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Government • Protect people and infrastructure from crimes and natural hazards • Maintain a safe and healthy natural and human environment • Be prepared for severe disasters Policy PS-2.1. Plan for police, fire, and emergency services that are staffed at appropriate levels, creating a sense of security and a high level of protection for the Northwest Quadrant. GOAL 03 NORTH OF I-80, PROVIDE A COMMON NORTHWEST QUADRANT DESIGN THEME FOR THE PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE, SUCH AS NATIVE LANDSCAPING, LIGHTING, BRIDGE DESIGN, SIGNS, ETC Plan Salt Lake initiatives supported by this action: Beautiful City • Identify and establish standards for key gateways into the City Policy PS-3.1. North of I-80, infrastructure should • Street lighting should use poles and fixtures that are be designed to look like it is part of the natural compatible with the natural environment. environment. Policy PS-3.2. Build infrastructure to minimize • Bridges should contain elements that fit with the impacts on wildlife and natural systems, such as natural natural setting and allow passers-by to see into stormwater detention and dispersion, underground natural areas. power lines and wildlife crossings under roads where appropriate. • Storm water detention basins should use native plant species. • Street signs should provide clear identification and be designed to fit in with the natural environment. . Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I (5 Development Guidelines The following development guidelines should be considered for new developments in the area north of I-80. The guidelines should be used to help inform planning and development decisions that impact the area. The guidelines are intended to support the implementation of the goals and policies found in this plan.They shall be used to inform future development standards and assist in project review. i I LANDSCAPING STORM WATER Encourage green space conservation and better water Encourage stormwater management that infiltrates, efficiency and protection. reuses, or evaporates or transpires rainfall, decreasing runoff volume. • Encourage the use of recycled wastewater or recycled gray water for irrigation uses where appropriate. Evaluate and implement as practicable stormwater management infrastructure on local levels to minimize • Encourage high-efficiency irrigation systems. the size of large-scale collective detention and retention • Explore opportunities to construct a secondary water basins. system (purple pipe system) for irrigation purposes Incorporate greenways throughout new developments to using a secondary water source. serve as multipurpose corridors. • Enforce responsive and efficient irrigation system • Incorporate appropriate recreation areas, management. stormwater management, and detention and utility Encourage environmentally-friendly landscaping and infrastructure corridors within greenway systems. irrigation practices that are responsive to the climate • Utilize small stormwater detention areas as open and soil conditions of the area and that are more space. resilient to periods of drought. Use detention and drainage areas to intercept and filter • Use appropriate landscaping for the area that does stormwater. not require extensive modifications to the native soils. Use water reuse systems to maximize water efficiency in the community and to decrease the size of supply and • Use native, adaptive, and drought/salt-tolerant conveyance infrastructure. vegetation for landscaping. Utilize bioswales in place of traditional curb and gutter • Use low-water use landscaping systems to manage surface runoff. • Minimize irrigated landscape areas and utilize naturalized swales. • Encourage maintenance of native soils and native AIR QUALITY landscaping in large public areas. Encourage the use of sealants, finishes, paints, • Seek to avoid the use of pesticides, herbicides and and flooring that have zero or low volatile organic fertilizers that impact wildlife and water quality, and compound (VOC) content. use sustainable management techniques. Utilize the highest standard emission control systems for • Reduce heat islands to minimize impact on micro- manufacturing uses. climate and human and wildlife habitat through the following mechanisms where feasible: • Shade hardscape. • Use light-colored roofing. • Install vegetated roofs, i.e., green roofs. • Use light-colored paving materials. • Minimize the size of parking lots. Northwest Quadrant Master Plan I r ENERGY EFFICIENCY RECYCLING Encourage the incorporation of energy reduction Incorporate recycling into new developments. strategies: • Encourage builders to divert significant amounts • Orient buildings parallel to or within 15° of the of their waste (>50 percent) away from landfills east-west axis. through reuse or recycling. • Use natural ventilation in buildings. • Support the reuse of waste materials generated in manufacturing and industrial processes. • Use natural lighting in buildings. • Use high efficiency lighting control systems. • Use high efficiency thermal control systems. Encourage the use of recycled, salvaged, rapidly renewable, and locally produced materials. BIRD SAFE BUILDING DESIGN Locate and orient new buildings to reduce their impact on wildlife habitat. Incorporate bird safe design into new buildings • Limit the amount of glass used on buildings. Avoid large expanses of glass facing natural areas. • When glass is used to provide natural day light and required by building codes, utilize glass that reduces transparency and reflectivity. • Consider the use of facade treatments to screen glass. • Avoid up-lighting of buildings and spotlights. • Reduce unnecessary interior lighting during nighttime hours. • Consider locating trees and taller shrubs within 3 feet of the building or far enough away to avoid tree canopies being reflected in the glass. u 4 I Northwest Quadrant Master Plan