Transmittal - 11/9/2020ERIN MENDENHALL
Mayor
DEPARTMENT of COMMUNITY
and NEIGHBORHOODS
BLAKE THOMAS
Director
CITY COUNCIL TRANSMITTAL
Date Received:
Lisa Shaffer, Chief Administrative Officer Date sent to Council:
TO: Salt Lake City Council DATE:
Chris Wharton, Chair
FROM: Blake Thomas, Director, Department of Community & Neighborhoods
SUBJECT: Petition PLNPCM2017-00753 – Off-Street Parking, Mobility, and Loading Zoning
Text Amendments
STAFF CONTACT: Eric Daems, Senior Planner (801) 535-7236, eric.daems@slcgov.com
DOCUMENT TYPE: Ordinance
RECOMMENDATION: The City Council adopt the proposed parking modifications including
the complete re-write of Chapter 21A.44 and all associated ordinance language as has been
recommended by the Planning Commission.
BUDGET IMPACT: None
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: As transportation and land uses change over time, the demand
for parking changes. Cities frequently struggle to strike a balance between too much parking and
inadequate parking. Parking requirements that are too high can waste land, increase development
costs, lead to demolition of structures to meet parking requirements, increase stormwater runoff,
compromise water quality, and discourage pedestrian activity. Parking requirements that are too
low may lead to increased traffic congestion, difficulty leasing or selling property, and spillover
parking onto adjacent residential streets.
Beginning in June 2017, the Planning Division started working with consulting firm Clarion and
Associates to perform a comprehensive review and update of Chapter 21A.44 Off Street Parking,
Mobility, and Loading and associated sections of the zoning ordinance. The provisions reviewed
determine the parking regulations in all areas of the City, but do not include regulations for on-
street parking. The process included internal meetings with City divisions most closely involved
with the parking chapter and a thorough public engagement plan that is outlined in Attachment G
of the Staff Report (Exhibit 4b). Following the completion of the work of the consultant, Planning
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Staff worked to address commentary received, finish the public engagement efforts, and to produce
a fully revised parking ordinance.
Primary goals of the rewrite include updating parking requirements to better reflect market demand
and city objectives, simplifying how the ordinance reads and is administered, updating and
simplifying technical requirements, and establishing a framework that allows the ordinance to be
responsive to changing City dynamics.
The Planning Commission Staff Report in Exhibit 4b provides a comprehensive overview and
detailed analysis of the proposed zoning text amendments.
Additional Considerations: Since the time when the public hearing was held, Planning Staff has
identified several items that may warrant additional consideration from the City Council.
Bicycle Parking: The current parking ordinance bases bicycle parking standards on
vehicle parking stalls provided. The trouble with this approach is that, as reductions to
parking are granted through various alternatives, required bicycle parking is also reduced.
The approach was creating reduced bicycle parking when it was most needed. The
proposed method for calculating bicycle parking is based on use, context, and building size
or residential unit count, which is the same method used to calculate vehicle parking. The
basic table is shown below:
The table reflects progressive and generally increased bicycle parking requirements for
most uses in most of the context areas; however, the required bike parking for commercial
uses in the General Context area is low (1 per 20,000 sq. ft.) and no minimum bicycle
parking is required for industrial uses in all context areas. The original reasoning behind
this was that these uses in these areas may not generate as much bicycle traffic, so bicycle
parking would be provided by the developer/business owner on an as-needed basis. In order
to be more consistent with city-wide goals related to air-quality and bike-friendliness, the
City Council may want to consider increasing the minimum required bicycle parking for
industrial and commercial uses. Planning Staff recommends the table be revised as follows:
Table 21A.44.040-A: Minimum Bicycle Parking Requirements*
(Calculation of Bicycle Parking Spaces to be Provided per Residential Unit or Based on Usable
Floor Area)
Use
General Context Neighborhood Center Context Urban Center Context Transit Context
All zoning districts
not listed in another context area
RB, SNB, CB, CN, R-MU-35, R-MU-45, SR-3, FB-UN1, FB-SE
D-2, MU, TSA-T,
CSHBD1, CSHBD2
D-1, D-3, D-4, G-MU, TSA-C, UI, FB-UN2, FB-UN3, FB-SC, R-MU
Residential Uses 1 per 5 units 1 per 4 units 1 per 3 units 1 per 2 units
Public, Institutional, and Civic Uses 1 per 10,000 sq. ft. 1 per 5,000 sq. ft. 1 per 5,000 sq. ft. 1 per 3,000 sq. ft.
Commercial Uses 1 per 10,000 sq. ft. 1 per 5,000 sq. ft 1 per 4,000 sq. ft. 1 per 2,000 sq. ft.
Industrial Uses 1 per 15,000 sq. ft. 1 per 8,000 sq. ft. 1 per 5,000 sq. ft. 1 per 3,000 sq. ft.
*For all uses: In determining the minimum number of bicycle parking spaces required, fractional spaces are rounded to
the nearest whole number, with one-half counted as an additional space
Loading Berths: Two of the attached letters (Exhibit 4e) present a concern with the
proposed requirements for off street loading berths for multi-family residential uses. The
current ordinance bases the requirement on building size (square feet) rather than unit
count. The current requirement is 1 short berth for buildings between 100,,000-200,000
square feet and 1 additional berth for each 200,000 square feet. The 100,000 square foot
starting point was placing a burden on the public right-of-way for smaller buildings that
still had a high unit count. To that end, the new requirements were developed and are shown
below:
These standards are based off similar size cities with newer parking ordinances. However,
after re-examining it, Planning Staff agrees that these may be too demanding and may
require too much space to be dedicated to loading berths and therefore inhibit City housing
and development goals. The City Council may want to consider a higher threshold for
requiring the initial or additional loading berths. Planning Staff recommends the table be
revised as follows:
Multi- Family Residential86
# of Dwelling Units (Per Building) Number and Size of Berths
80-200 1 short
Greater than 200 1 additional short per 200 units
PUBLIC PROCESS: Development of the proposed Parking Ordinance and associated
amendments was the result of a robust community engagement process that involved targeted
stakeholders as well as the general public through numerous engagement activities. Attachment G
in the Planning Commission Staff Report (Exhibit 4b) provides a summary of the public
engagement activities that were conducted throughout the ordinance revision process.
The Planning Commission held a public hearing on January 8, 2020. Five people spoke at the
public hearing with varying level of support or concern to the proposed ordinance amendments. A
summary of those concerns has been included in this memo (Exhibit 4c). The Planning
Commission voted unanimously to forward a positive recommendation the City Council to adopt
the Chapter 21A.44 Off Street Parking and associated zoning text amendments.
Since the Public Hearing, Planning Staff has received six letters from the public in regard to the
proposed amendments. Two of the letters reflect comments made during the Public Hearing for
the Planning Commission. All of the letters have been included in this memo (Exhibit 4e).
EXHIBITS:
1. Project Chronology
2. Notice of City Council Hearing
3. Planning Commission- January 8, 2020
a. Agenda Notice
b. Staff Report
c. Agenda & Minutes
d. Staff Presentation Slides
e. Additional Public Comments Received
4. Original Petition
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SALT LAKE CITY ORDINANCE
No. _____ of 202_
(An ordinance amending various sections of the Salt Lake City Code
pertaining to off street parking regulations)
An ordinance amending various sections of the Salt Lake City Code pursuant to Petition
No. PLNPCM2017-00753 pertaining to off street parking regulations.
WHEREAS, the Salt Lake City Planning Commission held a public hearing on January 8,
2020 to consider a petition submitted by then-Mayor Jacqueline Biskupski (“Applicant”)
(Petition No. PLNPCM2017-00753) to amend portions of Chapters 18.80 (Buildings and
Construction: Parking Lot Construction); 20.56 (Subdivisions and Condominiums:
Condominiums); 21A.24 (Zoning: Residential Districts); 21A.26 (Zoning: Commercial
Districts); 21A.30 (Zoning: Downtown Districts); 21A.31 (Zoning: Gateway Districts); 21A.32
(Zoning: Special Purpose Districts); 21A.36 (Zoning: General Provisions); 21A.37 (Zoning:
Design Standards); 21A.38 (Zoning: Nonconforming Uses and Noncomplying Structures);
21A.40 (Zoning: Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures); 21A.44 (Zoning: Off Street
Parking, Mobility and Loading); 21A.52 (Zoning: Special Exceptions); 21A.60 (Zoning: List of
Terms); and 21A.62 (Zoning: Definitions) of the Salt Lake City Code to modify regulations
pertaining to off street parking; and
WHEREAS, at its January 8, 2020 meeting, the planning commission voted in favor of
transmitting a positive recommendation to the Salt Lake City Council on said petition; and
WHEREAS, after a public hearing on this matter the city council has determined that
adopting this ordinance is in the city’s best interests.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah:
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SECTION 1. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Section 18.80.020. That Section
18.80.080 of the Salt Lake City Code (Buildings and Construction: Parking Lot Construction:
Permit; Required for Construction; Issuance Conditions) shall be, and hereby is amended to read
as follows:
18.80.020: PERMIT; REQUIRED FOR CONSTRUCTION; ISSUANCE
CONDITIONS:
No parking lot or parking area shall be constructed without first obtaining a permit
authorizing such construction. No permit shall be issued without first securing the
recommendations of the city transportation engineer and no permit shall be issued until the
applicant has complied with the provisions of this chapter.
SECTION 2. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Subsection 20.56.060.B. That
Subsection 20.56.060.B of the Salt Lake City Code (Subdivisions and Condominiums:
Condominiums: Condominium Conversion Process: Planning Official Duties and Responsibility)
shall be, and hereby is amended to read as follows:
B. Planning Official Duties and Responsibility:
1. Coordination of Review: The planning official shall review the application material
submitted for accuracy and completeness and transmit the submittal to pertinent
departments for review and comment.
2. Consistent with State Law: The planning official shall review the application and
related documents to determine compliance with requirements of the Utah
Condominium Ownership Act, Title 57, Chapter 7 of the Utah Code, and applicable
provisions of this chapter.
3. Previous Conditions: The planning official shall review applicable conditions on the
use or building imposed by ordinances, variances, and conditional uses.
4. Site Improvements: The planning official shall review the proposed building and site
plans and shall have the authority to require additional improvements to be made to
the existing site including, but not limited to, landscaping, exterior repairs, and
improvements to common areas. This review shall include an analysis of the parking,
including internal circulation issues, such as surfacing and control curbs. The analysis
shall also include the number of existing parking stalls, noting any deviation from
current standards. Based upon this information, the planning official may require
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construction of additional parking stalls on the site, or may require reasonable
alternative parking solutions as outlined in Section 21A.44.050 “Alternatives to
Minimum and Maximum Parking Calculations”, of this code. Any
additional parking developed on site or alternative parking solutions may not increase
the parking impacts on neighboring properties, and will not develop existing common
areas used as open space or green space. Additionally, any remodeling proposal
which increases the number of bedrooms would require compliance with
existing parking requirements. The total number of parking stalls available to the
owners of the project shall be disclosed on the condominium plat.
SECTION 3. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Subsection 21A.24.164.H. That
Subsection 21A.24.164.H of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Residential Districts: R-MU-35
Residential/Mixed Use District: Parking Structures) shall be, and hereby is DELETED.
SECTION 4. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Subsection 21A.24.168.H. That
Subsection 21A.24.168.H of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Residential Districts: R-MU-45
Residential/Mixed Use District: Parking Structures) shall be, and hereby is DELETED.
SECTION 5. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Subsection 21A.24.170.E. That
Subsection 21A.24.170.E of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Residential Districts: R-MU
Residential/Mixed Use District: Parking Structures) shall be, and hereby is amended to read as
follows:
E. Minimum Yard Requirements:
1. Single-Family Detached Dwellings:
a. Front Yard: Fifteen feet (15’).
b. Corner Side Yard: Ten feet (10’).
c. Interior Side Yard:
(1) Corner lots: Four feet (4’).
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(2) Interior lots: Four feet (4’) on one side and ten feet (10’) on the other.
d. Rear Yard: Twenty five percent (25%) of the lot depth, but need not be more than
twenty feet (20’).
2. Single-Family Attached, Two-Family and Twin Home Dwellings:
a. Front Yard: Fifteen feet (15’).
b. Corner Side Yard: Ten feet (10’).
c. Interior Side Yard:
(1) Single-family attached: No yard is required, however if one is provided it
shall not be less than four feet (4’).
(2) Two-family:
(A) Interior lot: Four feet (4’) on one side and ten feet (10’) on the other.
(B) Corner lot: Four feet (4’).
(3) Twin home: No yard is required along one side lot line. A ten foot (10’) yard
is required on the other.
d. Rear Yard: Twenty five percent (25%) of lot depth or twenty five feet (25’),
whichever is less.
3. Multi-Family Dwellings and Any Other Residential Uses:
a. Front Yard: No setback is required.
b. Corner Side Yard: No setback is required.
c. Interior Side Yard: No setback is required.
d. Rear Yard: Twenty five percent (25%) of lot depth, but need not exceed thirty feet
(30’).
4. Nonresidential Development:
a. Front Yard: No setback is required.
b. Corner Side Yard: No setback is required.
c. Interior Side Yard: No setback is required.
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d. Rear Yard: Twenty five percent (25%) of lot depth, but need not exceed thirty feet
(30’).
5. Existing Lots: Lots legally existing on the effective date hereof, April 12, 1995, shall
be considered legal conforming lots.
6. Minimum Lot Area Exemptions: For multiple-unit residential uses, nonresidential and
mixed uses, no minimum lot area is required. In addition, no front, corner side or
interior side yards or landscaped setbacks are required; except where interior side
yards are provided, they shall not be less than four feet (4’).
7. Existing Buildings: For buildings legally existing on the effective date hereof,
required yards shall be no greater than the established setback line.
8. Maximum Setback: For single-family, two-family, and twin home dwellings, at least
twenty five percent (25%) of the building facade must be located within twenty five
feet (25’) of the front lot line. For all other uses, at least twenty five percent (25%) of
the building facade must be located within fifteen feet (15’) of the front lot line.
Exceptions to this requirement may be authorized as design review, subject to the
requirements of Chapter 21A.59 of this title, and the review and approval of the
planning commission. The planning director, in consultation with the transportation
director, may modify this requirement if the adjacent public sidewalk is substandard
and the resulting modification to the setback results in a more efficient public
sidewalk. The planning director may waive this requirement for any addition,
expansion, or intensification, which increases the floor area or parking requirement
by less than fifty percent (50%) if the planning director finds the following:
a. The architecture of the addition is compatible with the architecture of the original
structure or the surrounding architecture.
b. The addition is not part of a series of incremental additions intended to subvert the
intent of the ordinance.
Appeal of administrative decision is to the planning commission.
SECTION 6. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Subsection 21A.26.020.F. That
Subsection 21A.26.020.F of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Commercial Districts: CN
Neighborhood Commercial District: Minimum Yard Requirements) shall be, and hereby is
amended to read as follows:
F. Minimum Yard Requirements:
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1. Front or Corner Side Yard: A fifteen foot (15’) minimum front or corner side yard
shall be required. Exceptions to this requirement may be authorized as design review,
subject to the requirements of Chapter 21A.59 of this title, and the review and
approval of the planning commission.
2. Interior Side Yard: None required.
3. Rear Yard: Ten feet (10’).
4. Buffer Yards: Any lot abutting a lot in a Residential District shall conform to the
buffer yard requirements of Chapter 21A.48 of this title.
5. Accessory Buildings and Structures in Yards: Accessory buildings and structures may
be located in a required yard subject to Section 21A.36.020, Table 21A.36.020.B of
this title.
6. Maximum Setback: A maximum setback is required for at least sixty five percent
(65%) of the building facade. The maximum setback is twenty five feet (25’).
Exceptions to this requirement may be authorized through the design review process,
subject to the requirements of Chapter 21A.59 of this title, and the review and
approval of the planning commission. The planning director, in consultation with the
transportation director, may modify this requirement if the adjacent public sidewalk is
substandard and the resulting modification to the setback results in a more efficient
public sidewalk. The planning director may waive this requirement for any addition,
expansion, or intensification, which increases the floor area or parking requirement
by less than fifty percent (50%) if the planning director finds the following:
a. The architecture of the addition is compatible with the architecture of the original
structure or the surrounding architecture.
b. The addition is not part of a series of incremental additions intended to subvert the
intent of the ordinance.
Appeal of administrative decision is to the planning commission.
SECTION 7. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Subsection 21A.26.025.F. That
Subsection 21A.26.025.F of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Commercial Districts: SNB Small
Neighborhood Business District: Yard Requirements) shall be, and hereby is amended to read as
follows:
F. Yard Requirements:
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1. Front and Corner Side Yard: Front and corner side yard setbacks shall be equal to the
required yard areas of the abutting zoning district along the block face. When the
property abuts more than one zone the more restrictive requirement shall apply.
2. Interior Side Yard: Interior side yard equal to the required yard areas of the abutting
zoning district along the block face. When the property abuts more than one zone the
more restrictive requirement shall apply.
3. Rear Yard: Rear yard setbacks shall be equal to the required yard areas of the abutting
zoning district along the block face. When the property abuts more than one zoning
district the more restrictive requirement shall apply.
4. Buffer Yards: Any lot abutting a lot in a Residential District shall conform to the
buffer yard requirements of Chapter 21A.48, “Landscaping and Buffers”, of this title.
5. Accessory Buildings and Structures in Yards: Accessory buildings and structures may
be located in a required yard subject to Section 21A.36.020, Table 21A.36.020.B,
“Obstructions in Required Yards”, of this title.
SECTION 8. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Subsection 21A.26.030.F. That
Subsection 21A.26.030.F of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Commercial Districts: CB
Community Business District: Minimum Yard Requirements) shall be, and hereby is amended to
read as follows:
F. Minimum Yard Requirements:
1. Front or Corner Side Yard: No minimum yard is required. If a front yard is provided,
it shall comply with all provisions of this title applicable to front or corner side yards,
including landscaping, fencing, and obstructions.
2. Interior Side Yard: None required.
3. Rear Yard: Ten feet (10’).
4. Buffer Yards: Any lot abutting a lot in a Residential District shall conform to the
buffer yard requirements of Chapter 21A.48 of this title.
5. Accessory Buildings and Structures in Yards: Accessory buildings and structures may
be located in a required yard subject to Section 21A.36.020, Table 21A.36.020B of
this title.
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6. Maximum Setback: A maximum setback is required for at least seventy five percent
(75%) of the building facade. The maximum setback is fifteen feet (15’). Exceptions
to this requirement may be authorized through the design review process, subject to
the requirements of Chapter 21A.59 of this title, and the review and approval of the
planning commission. The planning director, in consultation with the transportation
director, may modify this requirement if the adjacent public sidewalk is substandard
and the resulting modification to the setback results in a more efficient public
sidewalk. The planning director may waive this requirement for any addition,
expansion, or intensification, which increases the floor area or parking requirement
by less than fifty percent (50%) if the planning director finds the following:
a. The architecture of the addition is compatible with the architecture of the original
structure or the surrounding architecture.
b. The addition is not part of a series of incremental additions intended to subvert the
intent of the ordinance.
Appeal of administrative decision is to the planning commission.
SECTION 9. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Section 21A.26.078. That
Section 21A.26.078 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Commercial Districts: TSA Transit
Station Area District) shall be, and hereby is amended to read as follows:
21A.26.078: TSA TRANSIT STATION AREA DISTRICT:
A. Purpose Statement: The purpose of the TSA Transit Station Area District is to provide an
environment for efficient and attractive transit and pedestrian oriented commercial,
residential and mixed use development around transit stations. Redevelopment, infill
development and increased development on underutilized parcels should include uses that
allow them to function as part of a walkable, mixed use district. Existing uses that are
complementary to the district, and economically and physically viable, should be
integrated into the form and function of a compact, mixed use pedestrian oriented
neighborhood. Each transit station is categorized into a station type. These typologies are
used to establish appropriate zoning regulations for similar station areas. Each station
area will typically have two (2) subsections: the core area and the transition area. Due to
the nature of the area around specific stations, the restrictions of overlay zoning districts,
and the neighborhood vision, not all station areas are required to have a core area and a
transition area.
1. Core Area: The purpose of the core area is to provide areas for comparatively intense
land development with a mix of land uses incorporating the principles of sustainable,
transit oriented development and to enhance the area closest to a transit station as a
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lively, people oriented place. The core area may mix ground floor retail, office,
commercial and residential space in order to activate the public realm.
2. Transition Area: The purpose of the transition area is to provide areas for a moderate
level of land development intensity that incorporates the principles of sustainable
transit oriented development. The transition area is intended to provide an important
support base to the core area and transit ridership as well as buffer surrounding
neighborhoods from the intensity of the core area. These areas reinforce the viability
of the core area and provide opportunities for a range of housing types at different
densities. Transition areas typically serve the surrounding neighborhood and include a
broad range of building forms that house a mix of compatible land uses. Commercial
uses may include office, retail, restaurant and other commercial land uses that are
necessary to create mixed use neighborhoods.
B. Station Area Types: A station area typology is the use of characteristics, such as building
types, mix of land use, transit service and street network to create generalizations about
an area that can be used to define a common vision for development of a transit station
area. Each typology recognizes the important difference among places and destinations
and takes into account the local context of a station and its surroundings. Refer to the
official Salt Lake City zoning map to determine the zoning of the land within each station
area.
1. Urban Center Station (TSA-UC): An urban center station contains the highest relative
intensity level and mix of uses. The type of station area is meant to support downtown
Salt Lake and not compete with it in terms of building scale and use.
2. Urban Neighborhood Station (TSA-UN): An evolving and flexible development
pattern defines an urban neighborhood station area. Urban neighborhoods consist of
multilevel buildings that are generally lower scale than what is found in the urban
center station area. The desired mix of uses would include ground floor commercial
or office uses with the intent of creating a lively, active, and safe streetscape.
3. Mixed Use Employment Center Station (TSA-MUEC): A mixed use employment
station is an area with a high concentration of jobs that attract people from the entire
region. Buildings are often large scale in nature and may have large footprints. Land
uses that support the employment centers such as retail sales and service and
restaurants are located throughout the station area and should occupy ground floor
space in multi-story buildings oriented to the pedestrian and transit user. A mix of
housing types and sizes are appropriate to provide employees with the choice to live
close to where they work. Building types should trend toward more flexible building
types over time. Connectivity for all modes of travel is important due to the limited
street network.
4. Special Purpose Station (TSA-SP): The special purpose station is typically centered
on a specific land use or large scale regional activity. These areas are generally served
by a mix of transit options. Land uses such as restaurants and retail support the
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dominant land use and attract people to the area. A mix of housing types and sizes are
appropriate in certain situations. Future development should be aimed at increasing
the overall intensity and frequency of use in the station area by adding a mix of uses
that can be arranged and designed to be compatible with the primary use.
C. Review Process: The review process for all new development and redevelopment within
the Transit Station Area Zoning District is based on the development score which is
generated by the “Transit Station Area Development Guidelines” hereby adopted by
reference.
1. The following types of development are required to go through this review process:
a. Any addition of one thousand (1,000) square feet or more that extend a street
facing building facade or are located to the side of a building and are visible from
a public space; or
b. Additions that increase the height of an existing building or change the existing
roofline;
c. Additions to the rear of buildings that are not adjacent to a public street, trail or
other public space are not required to obtain a development score but must
comply with all other applicable regulations. Signs, fences, accessory structures
and any other structure or addition not listed in this section are not required to
obtain a development score.
d. Single-family detached dwellings and two-family dwellings are not required to
obtain a development score.
2. Application process steps:
a. Presubmittal Conference: All applicants for development within the TSA Transit
Station Area Zoning District are required to attend a presubmittal conference with
the planning division. The purpose of the presubmittal conference is to notify the
applicant of the goals of the station area plans, the standards in this section, and
the review and approval process.
b. Development Review Application: After a presubmittal conference, the developer
can submit a development review application. This application and all submittal
requirements will be used to determine the development score. The application
shall include a score sheet on which the development guidelines and their
assigned values are indicated and two (2) checklists: one for the applicant’s use
and one for the planning division’s use.
c. Public Noticing: A notice of application for a development review shall be
provided in accordance with Chapter 21A.10 of this title.
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d. Application Review: Table 21A.26.078.C.2.d of this Subsection C summarizes
the application review process. All applications shall be processed as follows:
(1) Tier 1 Planning Commission Review: If a project is assigned a score less than
125 points, the project can only be approved by the planning commission
through the design review process in Chapter 21A.59 of this title. Once the
applicant receives written notice of their score, they will be given thirty (30)
days to notify the planning division of their intention to proceed with the
project through the design review process or make necessary plan adjustments
to increase their development score to the minimum level in order to go
through an administrative review process.
(2) Tier 2 Administrative Review: The planning director has the authority to
approve a project scoring 125 points or more without holding a public
hearing. The project shall be allowed to go through the standard building
permit process. A public hearing is not required because the project
incorporates adequate development guidelines or development incentives to
be deemed compliant with the vision for the station area.
TABLE 21A.26.078.C.2.d
APPLICATION REVIEW
Development Score Review Process
0 - 124 points Planning commission design review process
125 or more points Administrative review
D. Development Score: The purpose of the development score is to allow flexibility for
designers while implementing the city’s vision of the applicable station area plans and the
purpose of this zoning district. The development score measures the level of
compatibility between a proposed project and the station area plan. A “station area plan”
is a development, land use, urban design and place making policy document for the area
around a specific transit station. The development score is based on the development
guidelines and development incentives in the “Transit Station Area Development
Guidelines” book, hereby adopted by reference. The “Transit Station Area Development
Guidelines” shall be amended following the adopted procedures for zoning text
amendments in Chapter 21A.50, “Amendments”, of this title.
1. Formulating the Score: The development score is formulated by calculating all of the
development guideline values for a particular project. Each design guideline and
incentive is given a value based on its importance. Some guidelines are considered
more important and carry a higher value than others. All other applicable zoning
regulations shall be complied with by all projects and are not calculated in the
development score.
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2. Project Review: A development score shall be assigned to all projects within the TSA
Transit Station Area District after a complete development review application is
submitted. The planning director shall provide, in writing, a copy of the review
checklist and explanation of the outcome of the score to the applicant within thirty
(30) days of submitting a complete application.
3. Appeals: The development score may be appealed. All appeals of the development
score are heard by the appeals hearing officer. In hearing the appeal, the appeals
hearing officer shall hold a public hearing in accordance with Section 21A.10.030 of
this title. In deciding the appeal, the appeals hearing officer shall base its decision on
its interpretation of the development guidelines and the development score.
4. Expiration: No development score shall be valid for a period longer than one year
unless a building permit has been issued or complete building plans have been
submitted to the Division of Building Services.
E. Development Standards:
1. Application: The dimensional requirements of this section apply to all new buildings
and developments as well as additions to existing buildings. Additions that bring the
property closer to compliance are allowed. The following development standards
apply to the core and transition areas of all station types.
2. Building Height: The minimum and maximum building heights are found in Table
21A.26.078.E.2, “Building Height Regulations”, of this Subsection E.2. The
following exceptions apply:
a. The minimum building height applies to all structures that are adjacent to a public
or private street. The building shall meet the minimum building height for at least
fifty percent (50%) of the width of the street facing building wall.
b. Projects that achieve a development score that qualifies for administrative review
are eligible for an increase in height. The increase shall be limited to one story of
habitable space. The height of the additional story shall be equal to or less than
the average height of the other stories in the building. This is in addition to the
height authorized elsewhere in this title.
TABLE 21A.26.078.E.2
BUILDING HEIGHT REGULATIONS
Minimum Height1 Maximum Height
Urban center:
Core 40’ 90’2
Transition 25’ 60’
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Minimum Height1 Maximum Height
Urban neighborhood:
Core 25’ 75’
Transition 0’ 50’
Mixed use employment center:
Core 25’ 75’
Transition 0’ 60’
Special purpose:
Core 25’ 75’
Transition 0’ 60’
Notes:
1. Minimum building heights apply to those properties with frontage on the street where
fixed rail transit is located.
2. Buildings with a roof that has at least 2 sloping planes may be allowed up to 105 feet.
The slope of the plane must have a minimum slope of a 2 feet rise over a 12 foot run. The
additional height may include habitable space. The sloping planes must be clearly visible
and create a sloped roof shape. The sloping planes shall not be hidden by a parapet wall.
3. Setbacks:
a. General Standards for Front/Corner Side Yards:
(1) All portions of the yard not occupied by building, driveways, walkways or
other similar features must be landscaped or include an active outdoor use,
such as outdoor dining, plazas, courtyards or other similar outdoor use. See
Subsection F of this section for specific front yard design requirements.
(2) Walls up to three feet (3’) in height, patios and other similar elements
intended to activate the sidewalk can be located to the property line.
(3) Awnings or canopies may be located within any portion of the yard and are
not subject to the front or corner side yard restrictions in
Subsection 21A.36.020.B, Table 21A.36.020.B of this title.
(4) Balconies may project up to two feet (2’) into the required yards and are not
subject to the front or corner side yard restrictions in
Subsection 21A.36.020.B, Table 21A.36.020.B of this title.
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(5) All front and corner side yard standards in Table 21A.26.078.E.3.b of this
Subsection E may be modified through the design review process of Chapter
21A.59 of this title, except that the front and corner side yard setback for 400
South shall not be reduced below the minimum.
b. Table 21A.26.078.E.3.b Setback Standards:
TABLE 21A.26.078.E.3.b
SETBACK STANDARDS
Property
Frontage
Front/Corner
Side Yard Setback
Interior
Side Yard Rear Yard
400 South Minimum: 10’, and at least 50%
of the street facing building
facade must be built to the
minimum.
Minimum: None, except a 25’
setback is required when adjacent
to an OS, R-1, R-2, SR, RMF-30,
RMF-35 or RMF-45 zoning
district. The minimum shall
increase 1’ for every 1’ increase
in building height above 25’ and
is applied to the portion of the
building over 25’ in height.
Maximum setback: 20’, but may
be increased if the additional
setback is used for plazas,
courtyards, or outdoor dining
areas.
In locations where the sidewalk is
not a minimum of 10’ wide,
additional sidewalk width shall be
installed by the developer so
there is a minimum width
sidewalk of 10’. This applies to
new buildings and to additions
that increase the gross building
square footage by more than
50%. This standard does not
require removal of existing
buildings or portions thereof.
North Temple Minimum: 5’, and at least 50% of
the street facing building facade
must be built to the minimum.
Maximum: 15’, but may be
increased if the additional setback
is used for plazas, courtyards, or
outdoor dining areas.
In locations where the sidewalk is
not a minimum of 10’ wide,
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Property
Frontage
Front/Corner
Side Yard Setback
Interior
Side Yard Rear Yard
additional sidewalk width shall be
installed by the developer so
there is a minimum width
sidewalk of 10’. This applies to
new buildings and to additions
that increase the gross building
square footage by more than
50%. This standard does not
require removal of existing
buildings or portions thereof.
300 South, 500
South, 600 East
Minimum: Equal to the average
setback of other principal
buildings on the same block
face.
Streets with right-
of-way width of
50’ or less with R-
1, R-2, SR, RMF-
30, RMF-35 or
RMF-45 zoning
district on either
side of the street
Minimum: 25% of lot depth, up
to 25’.
For buildings taller than 25’,
setback shall increase 2’ for every
1’ of building height above 25’
and is applied to the portion of
the building over 25’ in height.
All other streets Minimum: None
At least 50% of the street facing
building facade shall be within 5’
of the front or corner side
property line.
c. Special Setback Provisions for Properties Adjacent to Jordan River: For properties
that are adjacent to the Jordan River, the building setback from the Jordan River
shall be fifty feet (50’), measured from the annual high water level as defined in
Section 21A.34.130 of this title. For buildings over fifty feet (50’) in height, the
setback shall increase one foot (1’) for every foot in height over fifty feet (50’) up
to a maximum of seventy five feet (75’). Portions of buildings over fifty feet (50’)
in height may be stepped back to comply with this standard.
4. Minimum Lot Area and Lot Width Requirements:
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TABLE 21A.26.078.E.4
MINIMUM LOT AREA AND LOT WIDTH STANDARDS
Standard Required Dimension
Minimum lot area 2,500 square feet
Minimum lot width 40 feet
a. The minimum lot area applies to all new subdivisions of land and shall not be
used to calculate residential density.
b. Any legally existing lot may be developed without having to comply with the
minimum lot size or width requirements.
c. Lots subdivided for single-family detached, single-family attached, and two-
family residential dwellings are exempt from minimum lot width requirements.
d. Lots subdivided for single-family attached dwellings are exempt from minimum
lot area provided that:
(1) Parking for units shall be rear loaded and accessed from a common drive
shared by all units in a particular development;
(2) Driveway access shall connect to the public street in a maximum of two (2)
locations; and
(3) No garages shall face the primary street and front yard parking shall be strictly
prohibited.
5. Open Space Area: Open space areas shall be provided at a rate of one square foot for
every ten (10) square feet of land area included in the development, up to five
thousand (5,000) square feet for core areas, and up to two thousand five hundred
(2,500) square feet for transition areas. Open space areas includes landscaped yards,
patios, public plazas, pocket parks, courtyards, rooftop and terrace gardens and other
similar types of open space area amenities. All required open space areas shall be
accessible to the users of the building(s).
6. Circulation and Connectivity: Development within the station area shall be easily
accessible from public spaces and provide safe and efficient options for all modes of
travel. Circulation networks, whether public or private, require adequate street,
pedestrian and bicycle connections to provide access to development. The internal
circulation network shall be easily recognizable, formalized and interconnected.
a. All parking lots shall comply with the standards in Section 21A.44.020, “General
Off Street Parking Regulations”, of this title.
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b. Parking is prohibited between the street-facing building line and any front or
corner side property line. This shall include any drive aisle that is not
perpendicular to the front or corner side property line.
c. Any new development shall provide a midblock walkway if a midblock walkway
on the subject property has been identified in a master plan that has been adopted
by the city. The following standards apply to the midblock walkway:
(1) The midblock walkway must be a minimum of ten feet (10’) wide and include
a minimum six foot (6’) wide unobstructed path.
(2) The midblock walkway may be incorporated into the building provided it is
open to the public. A sign shall be posted indicating that the public may use
the walkway.
7. Accessory Structures: No accessory structure shall be located in a required front yard
or between the primary building and a property line adjacent to a public street.
F. Design Standards:
1. Development shall comply with the design standards in Chapter 21A.37 of this title
when applicable as specified in that chapter.
2. All developments required to obtain a review score by Subsection C of this section
shall comply with the following additional design standards. These specific standards
may be modified through the design review in Chapter 21A.59 of this title if the
modifications meet the intent of the specific design standard requested to be
modified:
a. EIFS and Stucco Limitation: Use of Exterior Insulation and Finishing System
(EIFS) or traditional stucco is not allowed as a building material on the ground
floor of street facing building facades. Use of EIFS and stucco is allowed for up to
ten percent (10%) of the upper level street facing facades.
b. Front and Corner Side Yard Design Requirements:
(1) In yards greater than ten feet (10’) in depth, one shade tree shall be planted for
every thirty feet (30’) of street frontage. For the purpose of this section, a
shade tree is any tree that has a mature minimum tree canopy of thirty feet
(30’) and a mature height that is forty feet (40’) or greater.
(2) At least fifty percent (50%) of the front or corner side yards shall be covered
in live plant material. This can include raised planter boxes. This percentage
can be reduced to thirty percent (30%) if the yard includes outdoor dining,
patios, outdoor public space, or private yards for ground floor residential uses
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that cover at least fifty percent (50%) of the provided front or corner side
yard.
(3) At least thirty percent (30%) of the front or corner side yard shall by occupied
by outdoor dining areas, patios, outdoor public space, or private yards for
ground floor residential uses.
(4) Driveways necessary for vehicle access to the site are allowed regardless of
compliance with the minimum percentages required by this subsection.
c. Entry Feature Requirements: All required building entries shall include at least
one of the following features:
(1) An awning or canopy over the entrance that extends a minimum of five feet
(5’) from the street facing building facade;
(2) A recessed entrance that is recessed at least five feet (5’) from the street facing
facade;
(3) A covered porch that is at least five feet (5’) in depth and at least forty (40)
square feet in size; or
(4) A stoop that is at least two feet (2’) above sidewalk level and that includes an
awning or canopy that extends at least three feet (3’) from the street facing
building facade.
d. Ground Floor Use Requirement For 400 South and North Temple Boulevard:
When facing 400 South or North Temple Boulevard, the ground floor use area
required by Chapter 21A.37 of this title shall be built to accommodate an allowed
commercial, institutional, or public use. Live/work uses qualify as a commercial
use for this subsection.
(1) Exception: Residential uses may be permitted within the required area in lieu
of the required use, if the ground floor is designed so that it can be converted
to an allowed commercial use in the future. To accommodate this conversion,
the shell space of the ground floor shall be built to an occupancy standard
required by the adopted building code that can accommodate conversion of
the interior of the space to a future permitted commercial use.
(2) The following additional requirements shall apply to the ground floor space if
used for residential uses:
(A) The shell space shall be at least twelve feet (12’) in height;
(B) The street facing facade of each ground floor residential unit shall be at
least sixty percent (60%) glass;
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(C) Each ground floor unit shall have a direct entrance from the sidewalk to
the unit;
(D) Each ground floor unit shall be ADA accessible; and
(E) Each ground floor unit shall include a porch, patio, stoop or other entrance
feature that is a minimum depth of at least five feet (5’).
G. Multiple Buildings on a Single Parcel: Multiple principal buildings on a single parcel are
permitted provided each principal building meets the requirements of this chapter and
each principal building obtained a separate development score. New principal buildings
can be located toward the rear of a parcel provided there is an existing or additional new
principal building that complies with the front yard building setbacks. If one principal
building receives a development score lower than other principal buildings on the site, the
project shall be processed based on the lowest development score obtained. Multiple
single-family detached dwellings and two-family dwellings may be located on one lot
and are not required to obtain a development score.
H. Conflicting Regulations: In cases where the regulations of this section conflict with
another section of this zoning ordinance, this section shall take precedence except in
situations where the conflict is related to the use of the property, in which case the more
restrictive regulation takes precedence. In station areas within an overlay district, the
overlay district shall take precedence.
I. Developments Over Five Acres:
1. Intent: Large scale developments have the potential to function as a self-contained
mixed use neighborhood and could have both positive and negative impacts on
nearby properties. All developments over five (5) acres in size shall be designed and
planned to include a series of blocks and a network of public or private streets that
connects to the existing public streets in the area and to adjacent development and
neighborhoods. Buildings should be oriented to this street network. Regulating block
size is necessary to provide development sites that are oriented to the pedestrian while
accommodating other modes of transportation. A street network is required to ensure
adequate circulation for pedestrians, bicycles, automobiles and service vehicles
through the site, to adjacent sites and the public streets.
2. Application: These standards are in addition to all other applicable standards. In
situations where the standards in this section conflict with a standard in another
section, the standard in this section shall take precedence. A separate development
score is required for each new principal building in a development over five (5) acres.
a. Block Layout: The intent of regulating block size and dimension is to create a
development pattern where all principal buildings have their primary facades
facing a street, whether public or private. All developments over five (5) acres in
size shall be designed to include a series of blocks based on the standards below:
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(1) The maximum perimeter dimension of any block shall be one thousand six
hundred feet (1,600’). The maximum length of any individual block face shall
be four hundred forty feet (440’).
(2) The maximum perimeter dimension of a block may be increased to two
thousand four hundred (2,400) linear feet, and the maximum length of any
block face increased to six hundred feet (600’) provided a mid block
pedestrian network is included. The mid block pedestrian network must be a
minimum of twenty feet (20’) wide and include pedestrian amenities such as
lighting, benches, and other similar features. The mid block walkway shall
connect to at least two (2) block faces or be extended to the property line to
allow for future extension.
b. Connectivity to Public Streets, Sidewalks, and Bicycle Lanes: In order to ensure
that the development will be fully integrated into the transit station area, that safe
and efficient travelways are provided, and to limit the impact on the primary
transit street and other adjacent streets, the internal circulation system, including
private streets, drive aisles, sidewalks and bicycle lanes shall connect to the public
street, sidewalks and bicycle lanes. All new streets shall be designed as a
“complete street” defined as a street that provides dedicated space for pedestrians,
bicyclists and automobiles.
c. Vehicle Access: Regulating access to private property from public streets is
necessary for integrating private development and public spaces. Limiting the
number of access points and spacing between access points reduces areas of
conflict between vehicles, pedestrians and bicycles. Maximum access widths
promote a development pattern that is oriented to pedestrians and bicyclists while
accommodating vehicles.
(1) Access points located on public streets intended for vehicles shall be spaced a
minimum of one hundred feet (100’) apart.
(2) No property shall have more than one (1) vehicle access point for every two
hundred (200) linear feet of frontage on a public street.
(3) No access drive shall be greater than twenty four feet (24’) wide.
(4) The location of all vehicle access points is subject to approval from the
transportation division of the city. The standards of this section may be
modified by the Transportation Division when, in the opinion of the director
of the transportation division, a different design would improve the overall
safety for all modes of transportation or improve the efficiency of the
transportation network.
d. Internal Circulation: Internal circulation systems allow for vehicles, pedestrians
and bicyclists to move safely and efficiently throughout a development site. A
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logical, simple and well designed internal circulation system that connects with
adjacent circulation networks provides room for vehicles, safe walking paths for
pedestrians through the parking lot and the site to the public way, and well
marked routes for bicycles traveling from public spaces to bicycle parking areas
within a site. All new developments over five (5) acres are required to submit an
internal circulation network plan.
(1) Travel Lanes That Connect Parking Areas With a Public Street: All internal
vehicle travel lanes that connect internal parking areas with a public street
shall be designed to meet the minimum requirements in
Section 21A.44.060.A.6 of this title.
(2) Design Speed: The internal circulation system shall be designed to move
vehicles at speeds of twenty (20) miles per hour or less.
(3) Future Access to Adjacent Properties and Rights-Of-Way: All internal drive
aisles, sidewalks, and paths shall be extended to property lines to allow for
future cross access to adjacent properties when the adjacent property is
undeveloped and to rights-of-way.
(4) Centerlines: The centerline of all internal streets shall be in line with the
centerline of a street on the opposite side of an intersecting street unless the
intersecting street is divided by a median. Offset streets shall be a minimum of
two hundred feet (200’) apart, measured from centerline to centerline.
(5) Publicly Dedicated Streets: Any street that is to be publicly dedicated shall
meet the city’s minimum construction and design standards (including street
lighting, park strip, street trees, etc.).
(6) Pedestrian Routes: Pedestrian routes that provide safe, comfortable, clear and
direct access throughout the development shall be provided. Pedestrian paths
shall be bordered by residential fronts, green space, active open space, or
commercial storefronts.
(7) Bicycle Paths: A coordinated system of bicycle paths should be provided.
(8) Approval; Modification of Standards: The internal circulation network is
subject to approval from the transportation division of the city. The standards
of this section may be modified by the transportation division when, in the
opinion of the director of the transportation division, a different design would
improve the overall safety for all modes of transportation or improve the
efficiency of the transportation network.
e. Parking: Parking may be provided along any private street within a development
over five (5) acres. The parking shall be counted toward the applicable off
street parking standard when provided on private streets. All parking areas and
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spaces must comply with the parking lane widths identified in
Section 21A.44.060.A.6 of this title.
f. Open Space Area: In order to provide space for passive and active recreation,
public and private gatherings, offset storm drainage due to nonpermeable surfaces
and as an amenity to individual developments and their residents, employees and
customers, usable open space areas are required for all new developments.
(1) Required: In the core and transition areas of all station areas, a minimum of
ten percent (10%) of the site, up to fifteen thousand (15,000) square feet, shall
be devoted to open space areas. “Usable open space area” is defined as
landscaped areas, plazas, outdoor dining areas, terraces, rooftop gardens,
stormwater retention areas, and any other similar type of area.
(2) Connectivity to Adjacent Open Space Area: When adjacent to public open
space areas, parks, trails and pathways, open space areas on developments
over five (5) acres in size are encouraged to provide access to the public open
space area.
g. Landscaping: All areas not occupied by buildings, plazas, terraces, patios, parking
areas, or other similar feature shall be landscaped. If a project is developed in
phases, only those areas in a phase that is under construction shall be landscaped.
Landscaping in future phases shall be installed as those phases develop. Areas in
future phases may be used as community gardens or other active open space until
such time as development of that phase begins.
SECTION 10. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Subsection 21A.30.020.D. That
Subsection 21A.30.020.D of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Downtown Districts: D-1 Central
Business District: D-1 District General Regulations) shall be, and hereby is amended to read as
follows:
D. D-1 District General Regulations: The regulations established in this section apply to the
D-1 District as a whole.
1. Minimum Lot Size: No minimum lot area or lot width is required, except in block
corner areas as specified in Subsection E.5 of this section.
2. Yard Requirements:
a. Front and corner side yards: No minimum yards are required, however, no yard
shall exceed five feet (5’) except as authorized through the design review process.
Such design reviews shall be subject to the requirements of Chapter 21A.59 of
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this title. Where an entire block frontage is under one ownership, the setback for
that block frontage shall not exceed twenty five feet (25’). Exceptions to this
requirement may be authorized through the design review process, subject to the
requirements of Chapter 21A.59 of this title.
b. Interior side and rear yards: None required.
3. Interior Plazas, Atriums and Galleries: Interior plazas, atriums and galleries shall be
permitted throughout the D-1 Central Business District.
4. Location of Service Areas: All loading docks, refuse disposal areas and other service
activities shall be located on block interiors away from view of any public street.
Exceptions to this requirement may be approved through the site plan review process
when a permit applicant demonstrates that it is not feasible to accommodate these
activities on the block interior. If such activities are permitted adjacent to a public
street, a visual screening design approved by the zoning administrator shall be
required.
5. Landscape Requirements: All buildings constructed after April 12, 1995, shall
conform to the special landscape requirements applicable to the D-1 Central Business
District as contained in Chapter 21A.48 of this title.
6. Mid Block Walkways: As part of the city’s plan for the downtown area, it is intended
that mid block walkways be provided to facilitate pedestrian movement within the
area. To delineate the public need for such walkways, the city has formulated an
official plan for their location and implementation, which is on file at the planning
division office. All buildings constructed after the effective date hereof within the D-
1 Central Business District shall conform to this officially adopted plan for mid block
walkways.
7. Landscape Requirements for Demolition Sites: Vacant lots, resulting from demolition
activities where no replacement use is proposed, shall conform to Chapter 21A.48 of
this title, special landscape requirements applicable to the D-1 Central Business
District.
SECTION 11. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Section 21A.30.030. That
Section 21A.30.030 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Downtown Districts: D-2 Downtown
Support District) shall be, and hereby is amended to read as follows:
21A.30.030: D-2 DOWNTOWN SUPPORT DISTRICT:
A. Purpose Statement: The purpose of the D-2 Downtown Support Commercial District is to
provide an area that fosters the development of a sustainable urban neighborhood that
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accommodates commercial, office, residential and other uses that relate to and support
the D-1 Central Business District. Development within the D-2 Downtown Support
Commercial District is intended to be less intensive than that of the D-1 Central Business
District, with high lot coverage and buildings placed close to the sidewalk. This district is
appropriate in areas where supported by applicable master plans. Design standards are
intended to promote pedestrian oriented development with a strong emphasis on a safe
and attractive streetscape.
B. Uses: Uses in the D-2 Downtown Support District, as specified in Section 21A.33.050,
“Table of Permitted and Conditional Uses for Downtown Districts”, of this title, are
permitted subject to the general provisions set forth in Section 21A.30.010 of this chapter
and this section.
C. Lot Size Requirements: No minimum lot area or lot width shall be required.
D. Maximum Building Height: The maximum permitted building height shall not exceed
one hundred twenty feet (120’) subject to the following review process: Buildings over
sixty five feet (65’) in height are subject to design review according to the requirements
of Chapter 21A.59 of this title.
E. Minimum Yard Requirements:
1. Front and Corner Side Yard: There is no minimum setback. The maximum setback is
ten feet (10’).
2. Interior Side Yards: No minimum side yard is required except a minimum of fifteen
feet (15’) side yard is required when the side yard is adjacent to a single or two family
residential zoning district.
3. Rear Yard: No minimum rear yard is required except a minimum of twenty five feet
(25’) rear yard is required when the rear yard is adjacent to a single or two family
residential district.
4. Buffer Yards: Any lot abutting a lot in a residential district shall conform to the buffer
yard requirements of Chapter 21A.48 of this title.
F. Landscape Yard Requirements: If a front or corner side yard is provided, such yard shall
be maintained as a landscaped yard. The landscaped yard can take the form of outdoor
dining, patio, courtyard or plaza, subject to site plan review approval.
G. Mid-Block Walkways: Any new development shall provide a midblock walkway if a
midblock walkway on the subject property has been identified in a master plan that has
been adopted by the city. The following standards apply to the midblock walkway:
1. The midblock walkway must be a minimum of ten feet (10’) wide and include a
minimum six foot (6’) wide unobstructed path.
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2. The midblock walkway may be incorporated into the building provided it is open to
the public. A sign shall be posted indicating that the public may use the walkway.
H. Ground Floor Uses: To activate the ground floor of structures, retail goods
establishments, retail service establishments, public service portions of businesses,
restaurants, taverns/brewpubs, bar establishments, art galleries, theaters or performing art
facilities are required on the ground floor of structures facing State Street, Main Street,
800 South and 900 South.
I. Existing Vehicle Sales or Lease Lots:
1. Vehicle Display Area: The parking provided in the vehicle display area will not be
counted as off street parking when computing maximum parking requirements and is
not considered to be a surface parking lot when determining required setbacks in this
section.
2. Design Standards: Structures associated with accessory uses such as but not limited to
repair shops or vehicle washing do not need to meet required design standards and
may exceed the maximum front and corner side yard setbacks. Primary structures that
contain sales floors and auto display areas must meet all design standards and
setbacks.
3. Landscaping: A landscaped yard of at least ten feet (10’) in depth is required along
any portion of the street frontage of the property that is not occupied by a permanent
structure. All other landscaping requirements in Chapter 21A.48 remain applicable.
4. Multiple Buildings: Vehicle sales or lease lots may have multiple buildings on a
parcel subject to all buildings being associated with the use of the lot as vehicles sales
or lease.
SECTION 12. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Section 21A.30.040. That
Section 21A.30.040 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Downtown Districts: D-3 Downtown
Warehouse/Residential District) shall be, and hereby is amended to read as follows:
21A.30.040: D-3 DOWNTOWN WAREHOUSE/RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT:
A. Purpose Statement: The purpose of the D-3 Downtown Warehouse/Residential District is
to provide for the reuse of existing warehouse buildings for multi-family and mixed use
while also allowing for continued retail, office and warehouse use within the district. The
reuse of existing buildings and the construction of new buildings are to be done as multi-
family residential or mixed use developments containing retail or office uses on the lower
floors and residential on the upper floors. This district is appropriate in areas where
supported by applicable master plans. The standards are intended to create a unique and
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sustainable downtown neighborhood with a strong emphasis on urban design, adaptive
reuse of existing buildings, alternative forms of transportation and pedestrian orientation.
B. Uses: Uses in the D-3 Downtown Warehouse/Residential District as specified in
Section 21A.33.050, “Table of Permitted and Conditional Uses for Downtown Districts”,
of this title, are permitted subject to the provisions of this chapter and other applicable
provisions of this title.
C. Controls Over Mixed Use: The concept of mixed use is central to the nature of the D-3
Downtown Warehouse/Residential District. To ensure that mixed use developments
provide for on site compatibility as well as neighborhood compatibility, the change of
land use type or an increase in floor area by twenty five percent (25%) of existing
principal buildings and the construction of buildings for new uses after April 12, 1995,
shall conform to the following provisions. Construction related to the rehabilitation
including remodeling or modification of existing uses, or the change of use to a similar
use, shall not be subject to these provisions:
1. Buildings containing commercial/office uses located above the second story shall
incorporate multi-family dwellings, boarding house, bed and breakfast, or hotel uses
in the amount of at least fifty percent (50%) of the total floor area of the building;
2. Commercial/office uses shall be permitted as the sole use in two-story buildings only;
and
3. Commercial/office uses in buildings of three (3) stories or more without multi-family
dwellings shall be allowed only as a conditional use and then only when the applicant
has demonstrated that the proposed location is not suitable for multi-family
residential use.
D. Lot Size Requirements: No minimum lot area or lot width shall be required.
E. Maximum Building Height: No building shall exceed seventy five feet (75’). Buildings
taller than seventy five feet (75’) but less than ninety feet (90’) may be authorized
through the design review process, provided the additional height is supported by the
applicable master plan, the overall square footage of the buildings is greater than fifty
percent (50%) residential use, and subject to the requirements of Chapter 21A.59 of this
title.
F. Mid Block Walkways: As a part of the city’s plan for the downtown area, it is intended
that mid block walkways be provided to facilitate pedestrian movement within the area.
To delineate the public need for such walkways, the city has formulated an official plan
for their location and implementation, which is on file at the planning division office. All
buildings constructed within the D-3 Downtown Warehouse/Residential District shall
conform to this plan for mid block walkways.
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G. Minimum Open Space Area: All lots containing dwelling units shall provide common
open space area in the amount of twenty percent (20%) of the lot area. This common
open space area may take the form of ground level plazas, interior atriums, landscape
areas, roof gardens and decks on top of buildings or other such forms of open space
available for the common use by residents of the property.
SECTION 13. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Section 21A.30.045. That
Section 21A.30.045 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Downtown Districts: D-4 Downtown
Secondary Central Business District) shall be, and hereby is amended to read as follows:
21A.30.045: D-4 DOWNTOWN SECONDARY CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT:
A. Purpose Statement: The purpose of the D-4 Downtown Secondary Central Business
District is to foster an environment consistent with the area’s function as a housing,
entertainment, cultural, convention, business, and retail section of the city that supports
the D-1 Central Business District. Development is intended to support the regional
venues in the district, such as the Salt Palace Convention Center, and to be less intense
than in the D-1 Central Business District. This district is appropriate in areas where
supported by applicable master plans. The standards are intended to achieve established
objectives for urban and historic design, pedestrian amenities, and land use control,
particularly in relation to retail commercial uses.
B. Uses: Uses in the D-4 Downtown Secondary Central Business District as specified in
Section 21A.33.050, “Table of Permitted and Conditional Uses for Downtown Districts”,
of this title, are permitted subject to the general provisions set forth in
Section 21A.30.010 of this chapter. In addition, all conditional uses in the D-4
Downtown Secondary Central Business District shall be subject to design evaluation and
approval by the planning commission.
C. D-4 Downtown Secondary Central Business District General Regulations:
1. Minimum Lot Size: No minimum lot area or lot width is required.
2. Yard Requirements:
a. Front and Corner Side Yards: No minimum yards are required, however, no yard
shall exceed five feet (5’) except as authorized through the design review process.
Such designs shall be subject to the requirements of Chapter 21A.59 of this title.
Where an entire block frontage is under one ownership, the setback for that block
frontage shall not exceed twenty five feet (25’). Exceptions to this requirement
may be authorized through the design review process subject to the requirements
of Chapter 21A.59 of this title.
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b. Interior Side And Rear Yards: None required.
3. Interior Plazas, Atriums and Galleries: Interior plazas, atriums and galleries shall be
permitted throughout the D-4 Downtown Secondary Central Business District.
4. Location of Service Areas: All loading docks, refuse disposal areas and other service
activities shall be located on block interiors away from view of any public street.
Exceptions to this requirement may be approved through the site plan review process
when a permit applicant demonstrates that it is not feasible to accommodate these
activities on the block interior. If such activities are permitted adjacent to a public
street, a visual screening design approved by the zoning administrator shall be
required.
5. Landscape Requirements: All buildings constructed after April 12, 1995, shall
conform to the special landscape requirements applicable to the D-4 Downtown
Secondary Central Business District as contained in Chapter 21A.48 of this title.
6. Maximum Building Height: No building shall exceed seventy five feet (75’).
Buildings taller than seventy five feet (75’) but less than one hundred twenty feet
(120’) may be authorized through the design review process, subject to the
requirements of Chapter 21A.59 of this title. Additional height may be allowed as
specified below:
a. Additional Permitted Height Location: Additional height greater than one hundred
twenty feet (120’) but not more than three hundred seventy five feet (375’) in
height is permitted in the area bounded by:
(1) The centerlines of South Temple, West Temple, 200 South, and 200 West
Streets; and
(2) Beginning at the Southeast Corner of Block 67, Plat ‘A’, Salt Lake City
Survey, and running thence along the south line of said Block 67,
N89°54’02”W 283.86 feet; thence N00°04’50”E 38.59 feet; thence
N10°46’51”W 238.70 feet; thence N24°45’15”W 62.98 feet; thence
S89°54’02”E 355.45 feet to the east line of said Block 67; thence along said
east line S00°06’35”W 330.14 feet to the point of beginning. Contains
102,339 square feet, or 2.349 acres, more or less.
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b. Additional Permitted Height Conditions: Buildings may exceed the one hundred
twenty foot (120’) height limit to a maximum height of three hundred seventy five
feet (375’), provided they conform to the standards and procedures outlined in the
design review process of Chapter 21A.59 of this title and the following
requirements:
(1) Additional Setback: To minimize excessive building mass at higher elevations
and preserve scenic views, some or all of the building mass shall be subject to
additional setback, as determined appropriate through the design review
process.
(2) Exception: The first fifty feet (50’) of height shall not be set back from the
street front more than five feet (5’) except that setbacks greater than five feet
(5’) may be approved through the design review process.
(3) Ground Floor Uses: See Subsection 21A.37.050.A and Section 21A.37.060,
Table 21A.37.060, Subsection D of this title for this requirement.
7. Mid Block Walkways: As a part of the city’s plan for the downtown area, it is
intended that mid block walkways be provided to facilitate pedestrian movement
within the area. To delineate the public need for such walkways, the city has
formulated an official plan for their location and implementation, which is on file at
the planning division office. All buildings constructed after the effective date hereof
within the D-4 Downtown Secondary Central Business District shall conform to this
plan for mid block walkways.
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8. Mid Block Streets: Developments constructing mid block streets, either privately
owned with a public easement or publicly dedicated, that are desired by an applicable
master plan:
a. May use a portion or all of the overhead and underground right-of-way of the new
mid block street as part of their developable area irrespective of lot lines, subject
to design review and approval of the planning commission.
b. May increase the height of the building on the remaining abutting parcel, subject
to the design review process in conformance with the standards and procedures of
Chapter 21A.59 of this title.
SECTION 14. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Section 21A.31.010. That
Section 21A.31.010 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Gateway Districts: General Provisions)
shall be, and hereby is amended to read as follows:
21A.31.010: GENERAL PROVISIONS:
A. Statement of Intent: The Gateway district is intended to provide controlled and
compatible settings for residential, commercial, and industrial developments, and
implement the objectives of the adopted gateway development master plan through
district regulations that reinforce the mixed use character of the area and encourage the
development of urban neighborhoods containing supportive retail, service commercial,
office, industrial uses and high density residential.
B. Uses: Uses in the Gateway district as specified in Section 21A.33.060, “Table of
Permitted and Conditional Uses in the Gateway District”, of this title, are permitted
subject to the general provisions set forth in this section.
C. Permitted Uses: The uses specified as permitted uses, in Section 21A.33.060, “Table of
Permitted and Conditional Uses in the Gateway District”, of this title are permitted;
provided, that they comply with all requirements of this chapter, the general standards set
forth in Part IV of this title, and all other applicable requirements of this title.
D. Conditional Uses: The uses specified as conditional uses in Section 21A.33.060, “Table
of Permitted and Conditional Uses in the Gateway District”, of this title, shall be
permitted in the Gateway district provided they are approved pursuant to the standards
and procedures for conditional uses set forth in Chapter 21A.54 of this title, and comply
with all other applicable requirements of this title, including the urban design evaluation
and/or the design review process established in this chapter and Chapter 21A.59 of this
title.
E. Site Plan Review; Design Review: In certain districts, permitted uses and conditional
uses have the potential for adverse impacts if located and oriented on lots without careful
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planning. Such impacts may interfere with the use and enjoyment of adjacent property
and uses. Site plan review is a process designed to address such adverse impacts and
minimize them where possible. The design may also be evaluated to address elements of
urban design.
Site plan review, pursuant to Chapter 21A.58 of this title, for all of the Gateway district,
is required to protect the local economy, maintain safe traffic conditions, maintain the
environment, and assure harmonious land-use relationships between commercial uses and
more sensitive land uses in affected areas.
Design evaluation is necessary to implement the policies of the urban design plan as
adopted by the city council. Design review shall apply to conditional uses in the Gateway
district. In the Gateway district, the design review process is used to evaluate and resolve
urban design.
F. Mid Block Walkways: As a part of the city’s plan for the downtown area, it is intended
that mid block walkways be provided to facilitate pedestrian movement within the area.
To delineate the public need for such walkways, the city has formulated an official plan
for their location and implementation, which is on file at the planning division office. All
buildings constructed after the effective date hereof within the G-MU Gateway-Mixed
Use District shall conform to this plan for mid block walkways.
G. Location of Service Areas: All loading docks and other service activities shall be located
on block interiors away from view of any public street. Exceptions to this requirement
may be approved through the site plan review process when a permit applicant
demonstrates that it is not feasible to accommodate these activities on the block interior.
If such activities are permitted adjacent to a public street, a visual screening design
approved by the zoning administrator shall be required.
H. Impact Controls and General Restrictions:
1. Refuse Control: Refuse containers must be covered and shall be stored within
completely enclosed buildings or screened in conformance with the requirements of
Chapter 21A.48 of this title. For buildings existing as of April 12, 1995, this
screening provision shall be required if the floor area or parking requirements are
increased by twenty five percent (25%) or more by an expansion to the building or
change in the type of land use.
2. Lighting: On site lighting, including parking lot lighting and illuminated signs, shall
be located, directed or designed in a manner to prevent glare on adjacent properties.
I. Outdoor Sales, Display and Storage: “Sales and display (outdoor)” and “storage and
display (outdoor)”, as defined in Chapter 21A.62 of this title, are allowed where
specifically authorized in Section 21A.33.060, “Table of Permitted and Conditional Uses
in the Gateway District”, of this title. These uses shall conform to the following:
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1. Outdoor sales and display and outdoor storage may also be permitted when part of an
authorized temporary use as established in Chapter 21A.42 of this title;
2. The outdoor permanent sales or display of merchandise shall not encroach into areas
of required parking;
3. The outdoor permanent sales or display of merchandise shall not be located in any
required yard area within the lot;
4. The outdoor sales or display of merchandise shall not include the use of banners,
pennants or strings of pennants; and
5. Outdoor storage shall be allowed only where specifically authorized in the applicable
district regulation and shall be required to be fully screened with opaque fencing not
to exceed eight feet (8’) in height.
J. Off Street Parking and Loading: All uses in the Gateway district shall comply with the
provisions governing off street parking and loading in Chapter 21A.44 of this title.
K. Environmental Performance Standards: All uses in the Gateway district shall conform to
the environmental performance standards in Section 21A.36.180 of this title.
L. Wall or Fencing: All uses in the Gateway district shall comply with the provisions
governing fences, walls and hedges in Section 21A.40.120 of this title.
M. Affordable Housing:
1. Notwithstanding the minimum height requirements identified above, any buildings
that have ten (10) or more residential units with at least twenty percent (20%) of the
units as affordable shall be allowed to have a minimum building height of thirty feet
(30’).
2. Affordable housing units within a market rate development shall be integrated
throughout the project in an architectural manner.
N. Accessory Uses, Buildings and Structures: Accessory uses and structures are permitted in
the Gateway district subject to the requirements of this chapter, Chapter 21A.36,
Subsection 21A.36.020.B, Section 21A.36.030, and Chapter 21A.40 of this title.
O. Urban Design: The urban design standards are intended to foster the creation of a rich
urban environment that accommodates growth and is compatible with existing buildings
and uses in the area. All general development and site plans shall be designed to
complement the surrounding existing contiguous (historic) development. The following
design standards will provide human scale through change, contrast, intricacy, color and
materials where the lower levels of buildings face public streets and sidewalks. They will
also spatially define the street space in order to concentrate pedestrian activity, create a
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clear urban character and promote visibility of commercial activities at the ground level.
The standards will also encourage diversity through the use of building forms and
materials, while respecting the patterns, styles and methods of construction traditionally
used in the gateway area.
The following urban design standards will be reviewed as part of the site plan review
process, with assistance from planning division staff as necessary:
1. Architectural Character and Materials:
a. A differentiated base (on a building over 45 feet high) will provide human scale
through change, contrast, and intricacy in facade form, color and/or material
where the lower levels of the building face the sidewalk(s) and street(s). Scaling
elements such as insets and projections serve to break up flat or monotonous
facades, and respond to older nearby buildings. Therefore, all buildings in the
Gateway district are subject to the following standards:
(1) All buildings over forty five feet (45’) in height shall be designed with a base
that is differentiated from the remainder of the building. The base shall be
between one and three (3) stories in height, be visible from pedestrian view,
and appropriately scaled to the surrounding contiguous historic buildings. The
base shall include fenestration that distinguishes the lower from upper floors.
Insets and/or projections are encouraged.
(2) All new buildings in the Gateway district shall have a minimum of seventy
percent (70%) of the exterior material (excluding windows) be brick,
masonry, textured or patterned concrete and/or cut stone. With the exception
of minor building elements (e.g., soffit, fascia) the following materials are
allowed only through the design review process: EIFS, tilt-up concrete panels,
corrugated metal, vinyl and aluminum siding, and other materials.
(3) All buildings which have been altered over seventy five percent (75%) on the
exterior facade shall comply with the exterior material requirement for new
construction. Buildings older than fifty (50) years are exempt from this
requirement if alterations are consistent with the existing architecture.
(4) Two-dimensional curtain wall veneer of glass, spandrel glass or metal as a
primary building material is prohibited. The fenestration of all new
construction shall be three-dimensional (e.g., recessed windows, protruding
cornice, etc.).
b. The climate in Salt Lake City is such that in the summer months shade is
preferred, and in the winter months protection from snow is preferred. By
providing the pedestrian with a sidewalk that is enjoyable to use year round, a
pedestrian oriented neighborhood is encouraged. Therefore, new construction in
the gateway area is subject to the following standards:
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(1) Arcades are permitted in the Gateway district, but where an arcade extends
over the public way, a revocable permit is required. Where an arcade is on
private property facing the street, the maximum setback for the building shall
be measured to the supporting beams for the arcade or the facade of the upper
floors, not the facade of the arcade level.
(2) Awnings and/or marquees, with or without signage, are required over entry
doors which are set back from the property line and may be allowed, under
revocable permit, when an entry is at a property line.
(3) Awnings, with or without signage, are permitted over ground level windows.
Where awnings extend out over the public way, a revocable permit is
required.
2. Windows and Building Fenestration:
a. Buildings whose exteriors are smooth, and do not provide any three-dimensional
details or fenestration are not appropriate in the Gateway district. Recessed
windows will eliminate flat, sterile elevations. Highly reflective materials are
distracting, and focus attention away from the positive qualities of the Gateway
district. Therefore, all buildings in the Gateway district are subject to the
following standards:
(1) Buildings with completely smooth exterior surfaces shall not be permitted, all
new construction shall have three-dimensional details on the exterior that
includes cornices, windowsills, headers and similar features.
(2) All windows shall be recessed from the exterior wall a minimum of three
inches (3”). Bay windows, projecting windows, and balcony doors are exempt
from this requirement.
(3) The reflectivity of the glass used in the windows shall be limited to eighteen
percent (18%) as defined by the ASTA standard.
3. Entrance and Visual Access:
a. The intent in the Gateway district is to encourage pedestrian activity between the
public street/sidewalk and buildings. Sidewalks shall provide continuous,
uninterrupted interest to the pedestrian by providing visual interest and/or
amenities. The gateway environment will benefit with increased pedestrian
activity; this activity will only occur if opportunities are provided that make
walking to a destination a preferred and an enjoyable pursuit. The use of blank
building facade walls is discouraged. Therefore, all buildings in the gateway area
are subject to the following standards:
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(1) Minimum First Floor Glass: The first floor elevation facing a street of all new
buildings or buildings in which the property owner is modifying the size of
windows on the front facade within the Gateway district shall not have less
than forty percent (40%) glass surfaces. All first floor glass shall be
nonreflective. Display windows that are three-dimensional and are at least two
feet (2’) deep are permitted and may be counted toward the forty percent
(40%) glass requirement. Exceptions to this requirement may be authorized
through the design review process, subject to the requirements of Chapter
21A.59 of this title, and the review and approval of the planning commission.
The planning director may approve a modification to this requirement if the
planning director finds:
(A) The requirement would negatively impact the historic character of the
building, or
(B) The requirement would negatively impact the structural stability of the
building.
(C) The ground level of the building is occupied by residential uses, in which
case the forty percent (40%) glass requirement may be reduced to twenty
five percent (25%).
Appeal of administrative decision is to the planning commission.
(2) Facades: Provide at least one operable building entrance per elevation that
faces a public street. Buildings that face multiple streets are only required to
have one door on either street, if the facades for both streets meet the forty
percent (40%) glass requirement.
(3) Maximum Length: The maximum length of any blank wall uninterrupted by
windows, doors, art or architectural detailing at the first floor level shall be
fifteen feet (15’).
(4) Screening: All building equipment and service areas, including on-grade and
roof mechanical equipment and transformers that are readily visible from the
public right-of-way, shall be screened from public view. These elements shall
be sited to minimize their visibility and impact, or enclosed as to appear to be
an integral part of the architectural design of the building.
4. Building Lines and Front Area Requirements:
a. A continuity of building frontage adjacent and parallel to the street encourages a
more active involvement between building uses and pedestrians. Leftover or
ambiguous open space that has no apparent use or sense of place will not
contribute positively to an active street life. Therefore, all buildings in the
Gateway district are subject to the following standard:
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(1) The majority of the ground level facade of a building shall be placed parallel,
and not at an angle, to the street.
5. Public Amenities and Public Art:
a. Amenities and works of art enhance quality of life as well as visual interest.
Public amenities and public art encourage pedestrian activity and contribute to the
pedestrian experience. A cohesive, unified lighting and amenity policy will help
give the Gateway district its own distinctive identity. Therefore, public amenities
and public art are subject to the following standards:
(1) Sidewalks and street lamps installed in the public right-of-way shall be of the
type specified in the sidewalk/street lighting policy document.
(2) Public art (which may include artists’ work integrated into the design of the
building and landscaping, sculpture, painting, murals, glass, mixed media or
work by artisans), that is accessible or directly viewable to the general public
shall be included in all projects requiring design review approval for a site or
design standard. The plan to incorporate public art shall be reviewed by the
Salt Lake Art Design Board.
6. Design Review Approval: A modification to the urban design provisions of this
section may be granted through the design review process, subject to conformance
with the standards and procedures of Chapter 21A.59 of this title.
P. Definitions: For the purposes of this section, the following terms shall have the following
meanings:
AFFORDABLE HOUSING: Housing which persons of income below the County area
median are able to afford. See definitions of moderate income, low income and very low
income.
BLOCK FACE: Structures that appear on one of four (4) sides of a block, the structures
along a street that are between two (2) other streets.
CONTIGUOUS: Next in sequence, touching or connected throughout an unbroken
sequence.
FACADE: The front of a building, or any other “face” of a building on a street or
courtyard given special architectural treatment.
FENESTRATION: The arrangement, proportioning and design of windows and doors in
a building, an opening in a surface.
LOW INCOME: Between fifty percent (50%) and eighty percent (80%) of the County
area median income.
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MASSING: The principal part or main body of matter, bulk.
MODERATE INCOME: Between eighty percent (80%) and one hundred twenty percent
(120%) of the County area median income.
PROPORTION: The relation of one part to another or to the whole with respect to
magnitude, quantity or degree.
PROPORTIONAL: Corresponding in size, degree or intensity, having the same or a
constant ratio.
REMODEL: To alter the structure of, remake.
SCALE: A proportion between two (2) sets of dimensions.
STREETSCAPE: A general description of all structures along a street frontage that may
include: multiple buildings, benches, works of art, and landscaping.
VERY LOW INCOME: At or below fifty percent (50%) of the County area median
income.
SECTION 15. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Section 21A.31.020. That
Section 21A.31.020 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Gateway Districts: G-MU Gateway-
Mixed Use District) shall be, and hereby is amended to read as follows:
21A.31.020: G-MU GATEWAY-MIXED USE DISTRICT:
A. Purpose Statement: The G-MU Gateway-Mixed Use District is intended to implement the
objectives of the adopted gateway development master plan and encourage the mixture of
residential, commercial and assembly uses within an urban neighborhood atmosphere.
The 200 South corridor is intended to encourage commercial development on an urban
scale and the 500 West corridor is intended to be a primary residential corridor from
North Temple to 400 South. Development in this district is intended to create an urban
neighborhood that provides employment and economic development opportunities that
are oriented toward the pedestrian with a strong emphasis on a safe and attractive
streetscape. The standards are intended to achieve established objectives for urban and
historic design, pedestrian amenities and land use regulation.
B. Uses: Uses in the G-MU Gateway-Mixed Use District as specified in
Section 21A.33.060, “Table of Permitted and Conditional Uses in the Gateway District”,
of this title are permitted subject to the general provisions set forth in
Section 21A.31.010 of this chapter and this section.
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C. Planned Development Review: All new construction of principal buildings, uses, or
additions that increase the floor area and/or parking requirement by twenty five percent
(25%) in the G-MU Gateway-Mixed Use District may be approved only as a planned
development in conformance with the provisions of Chapter 21A.55 of this title.
D. Special Provisions:
1. Commercial Uses, 200 South: All buildings fronting 200 South shall have
commercial uses that may include retail goods/service establishments, offices,
restaurants, art galleries, motion picture theaters or performing arts facilities shall be
provided on the first floor adjacent to the front or corner side lot line. The facades of
such first floor shall be compatible and consistent with the associated retail or office
portion of the building and other retail uses in the area.
2. Residential Units, 500 West: Buildings fronting on 500 West shall be required to have
residential units occupying a minimum of fifty percent (50%) of the structure’s gross
square footage.
3. Mid Block Street Development: Developments constructing mid block streets, either
privately owned with a public easement or publicly dedicated, that are desired by an
applicable master plan:
a. May use a portion or all of the overhead and underground right-of-way of the new
mid block street as part of their developable area irrespective of lot lines, subject
to design evaluation and approval of the planning commission.
b. May increase the height of the building on the remaining abutting parcel, subject
to conformance with the standards and procedures of Chapter 21A.59, “Design
Review”, of this title.
4. Design Reviews: A modification to the special provisions of this section may be
granted through the design review process, subject to conformance with the standards
and procedures of Chapter 21A.59 of this title.
E. Building Height: The minimum building height shall be forty five feet (45’) and the 200
South Street corridor shall have a minimum height of twenty five feet (25’). The
maximum building height shall not exceed seventy five feet (75’) except buildings with
nonflat roofs (e.g., pitched, shed, mansard, gabled or hipped roofs) may be allowed, up to
a maximum of ninety feet (90’) (subject to subsection I of this section). The additional
building height may incorporate habitable space, but not for parking structures.
1. Design Review: A modification to the minimum building height or to the maximum
building height (up to 120 feet) provisions of this section may be granted through the
design review process, subject to conformance with the standards and procedures of
Chapter 21A.59 of this title, and subject to compliance to the applicable master plan.
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2. Height Exceptions: Spires, tower, or decorative noninhabitable elements shall have a
maximum height of ninety feet (90’) and with design review approval may exceed the
maximum height, subject to conformance with the standards and procedures of
Chapter 21A.59 of this title.
F. Minimum Lot Area and Lot Width: None required.
G. Minimum Yard Requirements: No minimum setback requirements. There is not a
maximum front yard or corner side yard setback except that a minimum of twenty five
percent (25%) of the length of the facade of a principal building shall be set back no
farther than five feet (5’) from the street right-of-way line.
H. Signs: Signs shall be allowed in the Gateway district in accordance with provisions
of Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
I. Affordable Housing: Notwithstanding the maximum height requirements identified
above, any buildings that have at least ten (10) or more residential units with at least
twenty percent (20%) of the units as affordable shall be allowed a maximum building
height of ninety feet (90’). The affordable units shall be integrated throughout the project
in an architectural manner.
SECTION 16. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Subsection 21A.32.130.E. That
Subsection 21A.32.130.E of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Special Purpose Districts: MU
Mixed Use District: Minimum Yard Area Requirements) shall be, and hereby is amended to read
as follows:
E. Minimum Yard Area Requirements:
1. Single-Family Detached, Single-Family Attached, Two-Family, and Twin Home
Dwellings:
a. Front Yard: Ten feet (10’).
b. Corner Side Yard: Ten feet (10’).
c. Interior Side Yard:
(1) Corner lots: Four feet (4’).
(2) Interior lots:
(A) Single-family attached: No yard is required, however if one is provided it
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shall not be less than four feet (4’).
(B) Single-family detached, two-family and twin home dwellings: Four feet
(4’) on one side and ten (10) on the other.
d. Rear Yard: Twenty five percent (25%) of the lot depth, but need not be more than
twenty feet (20’).
2. Multi-Family Dwellings, Including Mixed Use Buildings With Less Than Twenty
Five Percent Nonresidential Uses:
a. Front Yard: Ten feet (10’) minimum.
b. Corner Side Yard: Ten feet (10’).
c. Interior Side Yard: Ten feet (10’).
d. Rear Yard: Twenty five percent (25%) of the lot depth, but need not exceed thirty
feet (30’), however, if one hundred percent (100%) of the off street parking is
provided within the principal building and/or underground, the minimum required
rear yard shall be fifteen feet (15’).
3. Nonresidential Development, Including Mixed Uses With Greater Than Twenty Five
Percent Nonresidential Uses:
a. Front Yard: Ten feet (10’) minimum.
b. Corner Side Yard: Ten feet (10’).
c. Interior Side Yard: No setback is required.
d. Rear Yard: Twenty five percent (25%) of lot depth, but need not exceed thirty feet
(30’).
4. Legally Existing Lots: Lots legally existing on the effective date hereof, April 7,
1998, shall be considered legal conforming lots.
5. Additions: For additions to buildings legally existing on the effective date hereof,
required yards shall be no greater than the established setback line.
6. Maximum Setback: A maximum setback is required for at least seventy five percent
(75%) of the building facade. The maximum setback is twenty feet (20’). Exceptions
to this requirement may be authorized through the design review process, subject to
the requirements of Chapter 21A.59 of this title, and the review and approval of the
planning commission. The planning director, in consultation with the transportation
director, may modify this requirement if the adjacent public sidewalk is substandard
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and the resulting modification to the setback results in a more efficient public
sidewalk. The planning director may waive this requirement for any addition,
expansion, or intensification, which increases the floor area or parking requirement
by less than fifty percent (50%) if the planning director finds the following:
a. The architecture of the addition is compatible with the architecture of the original
structure or the surrounding architecture.
b. The addition is not part of a series of incremental additions intended to subvert the
intent of the ordinance.
Appeal of administrative decision is to the planning commission.
SECTION 17. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Subsection 21A.36.161.B.13.
That Subsection 21A.36.161.B.13 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: General Provisions:
Mobile Food Courts: Qualifying Provisions) shall be, and hereby is amended to read as follows:
13. Hard surface paving at the vehicular entrance to the mobile food court, and for each
individual mobile food business is required. Alternatives to asphalt and cement may
be approved as part of the conditional use process if the applicant is able to
demonstrate that the alternative will not result in the accumulation of mud or debris
on the city right-of-way.
SECTION 18. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Subsection 21A.36.200.I. That
Subsection 21A.36.200.I of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: General Provisions: Qualifying
Provisions for an Urban Farm: Parking) shall be, and hereby is amended to read as follows:
I. Parking: Parking for an urban farm shall comply with the provisions governing off
street parking and loading in Chapter 21A.44 of this title. All vehicular circulation,
staging, and parking shall be on a hard surface.
SECTION 19. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Section 21A.37.050. That
Section 21A.37.050 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Design Standards: Design Standards
Defined) shall be, and hereby is amended to read as follows:
21A.37.050: DESIGN STANDARDS DEFINED:
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The design standards in this chapter are defined as follows. Each design standard includes a
specific definition of the standard and may include a graphic that is intended to help further
explain the standard, however the definition supersedes any conflict between it and a graphic.
A. Ground Floor Use and Visual Interest: This standard’s purpose is to increase the amount
of active uses and/or visual interest on the ground floor of a building. There are two (2)
options for achieving this, one dealing solely with the amount of ground floor use, and
the other combining a lesser amount of ground floor use with increased visual interest in
the building facade’s design.
1. Ground Floor Use Only: This option requires that on the ground floor of a new
principal building, a permitted or conditional use other than parking shall occupy a
minimum portion of the length of any street facing building facade according to
Section 21A.37.060, Table 21A.37.060 of this chapter. All portions of such ground
floor spaces shall extend a minimum of twenty five feet (25’) into the building.
Parking may be located behind these spaces.
a. For single-family attached uses, the required use depth may be reduced to ten feet
(10’).
b. For single-family or two-family uses, garages occupying up to fifty percent (50%)
of the width of the ground floor building facade are exempt from this requirement.
c. For all other uses, vehicle entry and exit ways necessary for access to parking are
exempt from this requirement. Such accessways shall not exceed thirty feet (30’)
in width. Individual dwelling unit garages do not qualify for this exemption.
2. Ground Floor Use and Visual Interest: This option allows for some flexibility in the
amount of required ground floor use, but in return requires additional design
requirements for the purpose of creating increased visual interest and pedestrian
activity where the lower levels of buildings face streets or sidewalks. An applicant
utilizing this option must proceed through the design review process for review of the
project for determination of the project’s compliance with those standards, and in
addition, whether it contributes to increased visual interest through a combination of
increased building material variety, architectural features, facade changes, art, and
colors; and, increased pedestrian activity through permeability between the building
and the adjacent public realm using niches, bays, gateways, porches, colonnades,
stairs or other similar features to facilitate pedestrian interaction with the building.
B. Building Materials:
1. Ground Floor Building Materials: Other than windows and doors, a minimum amount
of the ground floor facade’s wall area of any street facing facade shall be clad in
durable materials according to Section 21A.37.060, Table 21A.37.060 of this chapter.
Durable materials include stone, brick, masonry, textured or patterned concrete, and
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fiber cement board. Other materials may be used for the remainder of the ground
floor facade adjacent to a street. Other materials proposed to satisfy the durable
requirement may be approved at the discretion of the planning director if it is found
that the proposed material is durable and is appropriate for the ground floor of a
structure.
2. Upper Floor Building Materials: Floors above the ground floor level shall include
durable materials on a minimum amount of any street facing building facade of those
additional floors according to Section 21A.37.060, Table 21A.37.060 of this chapter.
Windows and doors are not included in that minimum amount. Durable materials
include stone, brick, masonry, textured or patterned concrete, and fiber cement board.
Other materials may be approved at the discretion of the planning director if it is
found that the proposed material is durable and is appropriate for the upper floor of a
structure.
C. Glass:
1. Ground Floor Glass: The ground floor building elevation of all new buildings facing a
street, and all new ground floor additions facing a street, shall have a minimum
amount of glass, or within a specified percentage range, between three feet (3’) and
eight feet (8’) above grade according to Section 21A.37.060, Table 21A.37.060 of
this chapter. All ground floor glass shall allow unhampered and unobstructed
visibility into the building for a depth of at least five feet (5’), excluding any glass
etching and window signs when installed and permitted in accordance with Chapter
21A.46, “Signs”, of this title. The planning director may approve a modification to
ground floor glass requirements if the planning director finds:
a. The requirement would negatively affect the historic character of an existing
building;
b. The requirement would negatively affect the structural stability of an existing
building; or
c. The ground level of the building is occupied by residential uses that face the
street, in which case the specified minimum glass requirement may be reduced by
fifteen percent (15%).
2. Upper Floor Glass: Above the first floor of any multi-story building, the surface area
of the facade of each floor facing a street must contain a minimum amount of glass
according to Section 21A.37.060, Table 21A.37.060 of this chapter.
D. Building Entrances: At least one operable building entrance on the ground floor is
required for every street facing facade. Additional operable building entrances shall be
required, at a minimum, at each specified length of street facing building facade
according to Section 21A.37.060, Table 21A.37.060 of this chapter. The center of each
additional entrance shall be located within six feet (6’) either direction of the specified
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location. Each ground floor nonresidential leasable space facing a street shall have an
operable entrance facing that street and a walkway to the nearest sidewalk. Corner
entrances, when facing a street and located at approximately a forty five degree (45°)
angle to the two (2) adjacent building facades (chamfered corner), may count as an
entrance for both of the adjacent facades.
E. Maximum Length of Blank Wall: The maximum length of any blank wall uninterrupted
by windows, doors, art or architectural detailing at the ground floor level along any street
facing facade shall be as specified according to Section 21A.37.060, Table 21A.37.060 of
this chapter. Changes in plane, texture, materials, scale of materials, patterns, art, or other
architectural detailing are acceptable methods to create variety and scale. This shall
include architectural features such as bay windows, recessed or projected entrances or
windows, balconies, cornices, columns, or other similar architectural features. The
architectural feature shall be either recessed a minimum of twelve inches (12”) or
projected a minimum of twelve inches (12”).
F. Maximum Length of Street Facing Facades: No street facing building wall may be longer
than specified along a street line according to Section 21A.37.060, Table 21A.37.060 of
this chapter. A minimum of twenty feet (20’) is required between separate buildings
when multiple buildings are placed on a single parcel according to
Subsection 21A.36.010.B, “One Principal Building Per Lot”, of this title. The space
between buildings shall include a pedestrian walkway at least five feet (5’) wide.
G. Upper Floor Step Back:
1. For street facing facades the first full floor, and all additional floors, above thirty feet
(30’) in height from average finished grade shall be stepped back a minimum
horizontal distance from the front line of building, according to Section 21A.37.060,
Table 21A.37.060 of this chapter. An alternative to this street facing facade step back
requirement may be utilized for buildings limited to forty five feet (45’) or less in
height by the zoning ordinance: those buildings may provide a four foot (4’)
minimum depth canopy, roof structure, or balcony that extends from the face of the
building toward the street at a height of between twelve feet (12’) and fifteen feet
(15’) above the adjacent sidewalk. Such extension(s) shall extend horizontally
parallel to the street for a minimum of fifty percent (50%) of the face of the building
and may encroach into a setback as permitted per Section 21A.36.020, Table
21A.36.020.B, “Obstructions in Required Yards”, of this title.
2. For facades facing single- or two-family residential districts, a public trail or public
open space the first full floor, and all additional floors, above thirty feet (30’) in
height from average finished grade shall be stepped back a minimum horizontal
distance from the corresponding required yard setback (building line) according to
Section 21A.37.060, Table 21A.37.060 of this chapter.
H. Exterior Lighting: All exterior lighting shall be shielded and directed down to prevent
light trespass onto adjacent properties. Exterior lighting shall not strobe, flash or flicker.
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I. Parking Lot Lighting: If a parking lot/structure is adjacent to a residential zoning district
or land use, any poles for the parking lot/structure security lighting are limited to sixteen
feet (16’) in height and the globe must be shielded and the lighting directed down to
minimize light encroachment onto adjacent residential properties or into upper level
residential units in multi-story buildings. Lightproof fencing is required adjacent to
residential properties.
J. Screening of Mechanical Equipment: All mechanical equipment for a building shall be
screened from public view and sited to minimize their visibility and impact. Examples of
siting include on the roof, enclosed or otherwise integrated into the architectural design of
the building, or in a rear or side yard area subject to yard location restrictions found in
Section 21A.36.020, Table 21A.36.020.B, “Obstructions in Required Yards”, of this title.
K. Screening of Service Areas: Service areas, loading docks, refuse containers and similar
areas shall be fully screened from public view. All screening enclosures viewable from
the street shall be either incorporated into the building architecture or shall incorporate
building materials and detailing compatible with the building being served. All screening
devices shall be a minimum of one foot (1’) higher than the object being screened, and in
the case of fences and/or masonry walls the height shall not exceed eight feet (8’).
Dumpsters must be located a minimum of twenty five feet (25’) from any building on an
adjacent lot that contains a residential dwelling or be located inside of an enclosed
building or structure.
L. Ground Floor Residential Entrances for Single-Family Dwellings: For the zoning districts
listed in Section 21A.37.060, Table 21A.37.060 of this chapter all attached single-family
dwellings, townhomes, row houses, and other similar single-family housing types located
on the ground floor shall have a primary entrance facing the street for each unit adjacent
to a street. Units may have a primary entrance located on a courtyard, mid block
walkway, or other similar area if the street facing facades also have a primary entrance.
M. Residential Character in RB District:
1. All roofs shall be pitched and of a hip or gable design except additions or expansions
to existing buildings may be of the same roof design as the original building;
2. The remodeling of residential buildings for retail or office use shall be allowed only if
the residential character of the exterior is maintained;
3. The front building elevation shall contain not more than fifty percent (50%) glass;
4. Signs shall conform with special sign regulations of Chapter 21A.46, “Signs”, of this
title;
5. Building orientation shall be to the front or corner side yard; and
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6. Building additions shall consist of materials, color and exterior building design
consistent with the existing structure, unless the entire structure is resurfaced.
N. Primary Entrance Design in SNB District: Primary entrance design shall consist of at
least two (2) of the following design elements at the primary entrance, so that the primary
entrance is architecturally prominent and clearly visible from the abutting street.
1. Architectural details such as arches, friezes, tile work, canopies, or awnings.
2. Integral planters or wing walls that incorporate landscape or seating.
3. Enhanced exterior light fixtures such as wall sconces, light coves with concealed light
sources, or decorative pedestal lights.
4. A repeating pattern of pilasters projecting from the facade wall by a minimum of
eight inches (8”) or architectural or decorative columns.
5. Recessed entrances that include a minimum step back of two feet (2’) from the
primary facade and that include glass on the sidewalls.
SECTION 20. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Section 21A.37.060. That
Section 21A.37.060 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Design Standards: Design Standards
Required in Each Zoning District) shall be, and hereby is amended to read as follows:
21A.37.060: DESIGN STANDARDS REQUIRED IN EACH ZONING DISTRICT:
This section identifies each design standard and to which zoning districts the standard
applies. If a box is checked, that standard is required. If a box is not checked, it is not
required. If a specific dimension or detail of a design standard differs among zoning districts
or differs from the definition, it will be indicated within the box. In cases when a dimension
in this table conflicts with a dimension in the definition, the dimensions listed in the table
supersede those in the definition.
TABLE 21A.37.060
A. Residential Districts:
Standard
(Code Section)
District
RMF-
30
RMF-
35
RMF-
45
RMF-
75 RB
R-
MU-
35
R-
MU-
45
R-
MU RO
Ground floor use (%)
(21A.37.050.A.1)
75 75
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Standard
(Code Section)
District
RMF-
30
RMF-
35
RMF-
45
RMF-
75 RB
R-
MU-
35
R-
MU-
45
R-
MU RO
Ground floor use + visual
interest (%) (21A.37.050.A.2)
Building materials: ground floor
(%) (21A.37.050.B.1)
80 80
Building materials: upper floors
(%) (21A.37.050.B.2)
Glass: ground floor (%)
(21A.37.050.C.1)
60 60 40
Glass: upper floors (%)
(21A.37.050.C.2)
Building entrances (feet)
(21A.37.050.D)
75 75 X
Blank wall: maximum length
(feet) (21A.37.050.E)
15 15 15
Street facing facade: maximum
length (feet) (21A.37.050.F)
Upper floor step back (feet)
(21A.37.050.G)
10
Lighting: exterior
(21A.37.050.H)
Lighting: parking lot
(21A.37.050.I)
X X
Screening of mechanical
equipment (21A.37.050.J)
X X X
Screening of service areas
(21A.37.050.K)
X X X
Ground floor residential
entrances (21A.37.050.L)
Parking garages or structures
(21A.44.060.A.15.)
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Standard
(Code Section)
District
RMF-
30
RMF-
35
RMF-
45
RMF-
75 RB
R-
MU-
35
R-
MU-
45
R-
MU RO
Residential character in RB
Residential/Business District
(21A.37.050.N)
X
B. Commercial Districts:
Standard
(Code Section)
District
SNB CN CB CS CC CSHBD CG
TSA
Ground floor use (%)
(21A.37.050A.1)
80
Ground floor use + visual
interest (%)
(21A.37.050.A.2)
60/25
Building materials: ground
floor (%)
(21A.37.050.B.1)
90
Building materials: upper
floors (%)
(21A.37.050.B.2)
60
Glass: ground floor (%)
(21A.37.050.C.1)
40 40 40 40 60
Glass: upper floors (%)
(21A.37.050.C.2)
Building entrances (feet)
(21A.37.050.D)
X X X X X X X 40
Blank wall: maximum
length (feet)
(21A.37.050.E)
15 15 15 15 15
Street facing facade:
maximum length (feet)
(21A.37.050.F)
200
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Standard
(Code Section)
District
SNB CN CB CS CC CSHBD CG
TSA
Upper floor step back (feet)
(21A.37.050.G)
15
Lighting: exterior
(21A.37.050.H)
X X X
Lighting: parking lot
(21A.37.050.I)
X X X X X X X X
Screening of mechanical
equipment (21A.37.050.J)
X X X X X
Screening of service areas
(21A.37.050.K)
X X X X
Ground floor residential
entrances (21A.37.050.L)
X
Parking garages or
structures
(21A.44.060.A.15)
Primary entrance design
SNB Small Neighborhood
Business District
(21A.37.050.O)
X
C. Manufacturing Districts:
Standard
(Code Section)
District
M-1 M-2
Ground floor use (%) (21A.37.050.A.1)
Ground floor use + visual interest (%) (21A.37.050.A.2)
Building materials: ground floor (%) (21A.37.050.B.1)
Building materials: upper floors (%) (21A.37.050.B.2)
Glass: ground floor (%) (21A.37.050.C.1)
Glass: upper floors (%) (21A.37.050.C.2)
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Standard
(Code Section)
District
M-1 M-2
Building entrances (feet) (21A.37.050.D)
Blank wall: maximum length (feet) (21A.37.050.E)
Street facing facade: maximum length (feet) (21A.37.050.F)
Upper floor step back (feet) (21A.37.050.G)
Lighting: exterior (21A.37.050.H) X X
Lighting: parking lot (21A.37.050.I) X X
Screening of mechanical equipment (21A.37.050.J)
Screening of service areas (21A.37.050.K)
Ground floor residential entrances (21A.37.050.L)
Parking garages or structures (21A.44.060.A.15)
D. Downtown Districts:
Standard
(Code Section)
District
D-1 D-2 D-
3
D-
4
Ground floor use (%) (21A.37.050.A.1) 75 753
Ground floor use + visual interest (%) (21A.37.050.A.2) 60/25
Building materials: ground floor (%) (21A.37.050.B.1) 80 702
Building materials: upper floors (%) (21A.37.050.B.2) 50 702
Glass: ground floor (%) (21A.37.050.C.1) 40/601 40 40 40
Glass: upper floors (%) (21A.37.050.C.2) 25
Building entrances (feet) (21A.37.050.D) 50
Blank wall: maximum length (feet) (21A.37.050.E) 15
Street facing facade: maximum length (feet)
(21A.37.050.F)
200
Upper floor step back (feet) (21A.37.050.G)
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Standard
(Code Section)
District
D-1 D-2 D-
3
D-
4
Lighting: exterior (21A.37.050.H) X
Lighting: parking lot (21A.37.050.I) X
Screening of mechanical equipment (21A.37.050.J) X
Screening of service areas (21A.37.050K) X
Ground floor residential entrances (21A.37.050.L)
Parking garages or structures (21A.44.060.A.15) X
Notes:
1. Minimum requirement is 60 percent when project is within the Main Street retail core.
2. In the D-3 Downtown Warehouse/Residential District this percentage applies to all sides
of the building, not just the front or street facing facade.
3. This percentage applies only as a requirement as noted in Subsection 21A.30.045.C.7.b
of this title for projects that are seeking conditional height.
E. Special Purpose Districts:
Standard
(Code Section)
District
RP BP FP AG
AG
-2
AG
-5
AG
-20 PL
PL-
2 I UI OS NOS MH EI MU
Ground floor use (%)
(21A.37.050.A.1)
Ground floor use +
visual interest (%)
(21A.37.050.A.2)
Building materials:
ground floor (%)
(21A.37.050.B.1)
Building materials:
upper floors (%)
(21A.37.050.B.2)
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Standard
(Code Section)
District
RP BP FP AG
AG
-2
AG
-5
AG
-20 PL
PL-
2 I UI OS NOS MH EI MU
Glass: ground floor (%)
(21A.37.050.C.1)
40-
70
Glass: upper floors (%)
(21A.37.050.C.2)
Building entrances
(feet) (21A.37.050.D)
X
Blank wall: maximum
length (feet)
(21A.37.050.E)
15
Street facing facade:
maximum length (feet)
(21A.37.050.F)
Upper floor step back
(feet) (21A.37.050.G)
Lighting: exterior
(21A.37.050.H)
X
X
X
Lighting: parking lot
(21A.37.050.I)
X
X
Screening of
mechanical equipment
(21A.37.050.J)
X
Screening of service
areas (21A.37.050.K)
X
Ground floor
residential entrances
(21A.37.050.L)
Parking garages or
structures
(21A.44.060.A.15)
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SECTION 21. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Section 21A.38.070. That
Section 21A.38.070 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Nonconforming Uses and
Noncomplying Structures: Legal Conforming Single-Family Detached Dwellings, Two-Family
Dwellings, and Twin Homes) shall be, and hereby is amended to read as follows:
21A.38.070: LEGAL CONFORMING SINGLE-FAMILY DETACHED DWELLINGS,
TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS, AND TWIN HOMES:
Any legally existing single-family detached dwelling, two-family dwelling, or twin home
located in a zoning district that does not allow these uses shall be considered legal
conforming. Legal conforming status shall authorize replacement of the single-family
detached dwelling, two-family dwelling, or twin home structure to the extent of the original
footprint.
A. Alterations, Additions or Extensions or Replacement Structures Greater Than the
Original Footprint: In zoning districts other than M-1 and M-2, which do not allow
detached single-family dwelling units, two-family dwelling units or twin homes, any
alterations, extensions/additions or the replacement of the structure may exceed the
original footprint by twenty five percent (25%) of the existing structure subject to the
following standards:
1. Any alterations, extensions/additions or the replacement structure shall not project
into a required yard beyond any encroachment established by the structure being
replaced.
2. Any alterations, additions or extensions beyond the original footprint which are
noncomplying are subject to special exception standards of
Subsection 21A.52.030.A.15 of this title.
3. All replacement structures in nonresidential zones are subject to the provisions of
Section 21A.36.190, “Residential Building Standards for Legal Conforming Single-
Family Detached Dwellings, Two-Family Dwellings and Twin Homes in
Nonresidential Zoning Districts”, of this title.
Any alterations, additions or extensions or replacement structures which exceed
twenty five percent (25%) of the original footprint, or alterations, additions or
extensions or replacement of a single-family detached dwelling, two-family dwelling
or twin home in an M-1 or M-2 zoning district may be allowed as a conditional use
subject to the provisions of Chapter 21A.54 of this title.
B. Off Street Parking: When replacing a legal conforming single-family detached
dwelling, two-family dwelling or twin home, the number of new parking stalls
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provided shall be in accordance with the parking spaces required by Section
21A.44.040.
SECTION 22. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Section 21A.40.065. That
Section 21A.40.065 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Accessory Uses, Buildings and
Structures: Outdoor Dining) shall be, and hereby is amended to read as follows:
21A.40.065: OUTDOOR DINING:
“Outdoor dining”, as defined in Chapter 21A.62 of this title, shall be allowed within the
buildable lot area, in all zoning districts where such uses are allowed, as either a permitted or
conditional use. Outdoor dining in the public way shall be permitted subject to all city
requirements.
Outdoor dining is allowed within the required landscaped yard or buffer area, in commercial
and manufacturing zoning districts where such uses are allowed. Outdoor dining is allowed
in the RB, CN, MU, R-MU, RMU-35 and the RMU-45 zones and for nonconforming
restaurants and similar uses that serve food or drinks through the provisions of the special
exception process (see Chapter 21A.52 of this title). All outdoor dining shall be subject to the
following conditions:
A. All requirements of Chapter 21A.48 and Section 21A.36.020 of this title are met.
B. All required business, health and other regulatory licenses for the outdoor dining have
been secured.
C. A detailed site plan demonstrating the following:
1. All the proposed outdoor dining activities will be conducted on private property
owned or otherwise controlled by the applicant and that none of the activities will
occur on any publicly owned rights-of-way unless separate approval for the use of
any such public rights-of-way has been obtained from the city;
2. The location of any paving, landscaping, planters, fencing, canopies, umbrellas or
other table covers or barriers surrounding the area;
3. The proposed outdoor dining will not impede pedestrian or vehicular traffic; and
4. The main entry has a control point as required by state liquor laws.
D. The proposed outdoor dining complies with all conditions pertaining to any existing
variances, conditional uses or other approvals granted for property.
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E. Live music will not be performed nor loudspeakers played in the outdoor dining area
unless the decibel level is within conformance with the Salt Lake City noise control
ordinance, Title 9, Chapter 9.28 of this Code.
F. Smoking shall be prohibited within the outdoor dining area and within twenty five feet
(25’) of the outdoor dining area.
G. The proposed outdoor dining complies with the environmental performance standards as
stated in Section 21A.36.180 of this title.
H. Outdoor dining shall be located in areas where such use is likely to have the least adverse
impacts on adjacent properties.
SECTION 23. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Chapter 21A.44. That Chapter
21A.44 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Off Street Parking, Mobility and Loading) shall be,
and hereby is amended to read as follows:
21A.44.010: Purpose
21A.44.020: Applicability
21A.44.030: Calculation of Parking
21A.44.040: Required Off Street Parking
21A.44.050: Alternatives to Minimum and Maximum Parking Calculations
21A.44.060: Parking Location and Design
21A.44.070: Off Street Loading Areas
21A.44.080: Drive-Through Facilities and Vehicle Stacking Areas
21A.44.090: Modifications to Parking Areas
21A.44.100: Use and Maintenance
21A.44.110: Nonconforming Parking and Loading Facilities
21A.44.010: PURPOSE:
This chapter is intended to require that new development and redevelopment projects
provide off street parking and loading facilities in proportion to the parking, loading,
and transportation demands of the buildings and land uses included in those projects.
This chapter is also intended to help protect the public health, safety, and general
welfare by:
A. Avoiding and mitigating traffic congestion and reducing the financial burden on
taxpayer funded roadways;
B. Providing necessary access for service and emergency vehicles;
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C. Providing for safe and convenient interaction between vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians;
D. Providing flexible methods of responding to the transportation and access
demands of various land uses in different areas of the city;
E. Reducing storm water runoff, reducing heat island effect from large expanses of
pavement, improving water quality, and minimizing dust pollution;
F. Establishing context-sensitive parking standards to reflect the current and
future built environment of neighborhoods; and
G. Avoiding and mitigating the adverse visual and environmental
impacts of large concentrations of exposed parking.
21A.44.020: APPLICABILITY:
A. Amounts of Parking, Loading, and Drive-Through Facilities Required: The
standards of this chapter are intended to establish: minimum and maximum
amounts of vehicle parking; minimum required bicycle parking, minimum required
loading facilities, and minimum capacity of drive-through facilities and shall apply
to projects involving the activities listed below. In some instances, other standards
of this chapter provide alternatives for required compliance. Certain exemptions are
intended to encourage utilization of existing structures and preserve desirable
characteristics of locations built prior to parking requirements.
1. New Development: Unless otherwise exempted by Section 21A.44.020.A.4,
the standards in this chapter shall apply to all development and land uses upon
adoption of this ordinance.
2. Expansion of Use or Structure: The number of off street parking and loading spaces
for the expansion of a use or structure shall comply with the requirements of Table
21A.44.040-A, “Minimum and Maximum Off Street Parking“ and the standards of
this chapter when:
a. One or more additional dwelling units is created; or
b. The addition to or expansion of one or more structures or uses that,
when considered together with any other expansions during the
previous two-year period, would increase the total usable floor area of
the structure(s) by more than twenty- five percent (25%); or
c. The addition to or expansion of one (1) or more structures or uses that
requires conditional use permit approval.
3. Change of Use:
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a. Except when located within an Urban Center or Transit Context, or as
stated in Subsection b below, off street parking shall be provided
pursuant to this chapter for any change of use that increases the
minimum number of required vehicle parking spaces by:
(1) More than ten (10) parking spaces; or
(2) More than twenty-five percent (25%) of the parking spaces that
currently exist on-site or on permitted off-site locations.
b. For changes in use in buildings built prior to 1944, no additional
parking shall be required beyond what is existing.
4. Exemptions from Parking Requirements: The following shall be exempt
from providing the minimum parking required by Table 21A.44.040-A,
“Minimum and Maximum Off Street Parking“, but shall comply with
maximum parking allowed and location and design standards in Section
21A.44.060 if parking is provided:
a. Lots created prior to April 12,1995 that are less than five thousand
(5,000) square feet in lot area, except those being used for single-
family, two-family, and twin home dwelling uses;
b. Expansions or enlargements that increase the square footage of usable
floor area of an existing structure or parking requirements for the use by
twenty-five percent (25%) or less, provided that existing off street
parking and loading areas are not removed.
B. Location and Design: Section 21A.44.060, “Parking Location and Design“, shall
apply to all vehicle parking, bicycle parking, loading, and drive-through facilities,
regardless of whether the project is subject to the requirements for additional
parking spaces or other facilities pursuant to Subsection 21A.44.020.A above.
Parking garages are subject to design standards found in Subsection
21A.44.060.A.16 and specific requirements of other zoning districts found in
Subsection 21A.44.060.B.
21A.44.030: CALCULATION OF PARKING:
A. Generally:
1. All parking and loading requirements that are based on square footage shall be
calculated on the basis of usable floor area of the subject use, unless otherwise
specified in Table 21A.44.040-A, “Minimum and Maximum Off Street
Parking“.
2. Parking spaces shall not be counted more than once for required off-site,
shared, and/or alternative parking plans, except where the development
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complies with off-site, shared, and/or alternative parking standards.
3. Parking spaces designed or designated exclusively for motorcycles, scooters,
and other two wheeled vehicles shall not count toward the number of
minimum required or maximum allowed off street parking spaces.
4. Parking spaces intended for storage of business vehicles, such as fleet
vehicles, delivery vehicles, or vehicles on display associated with sales or
rental shall not count toward the number of minimum required or
maximum allowed off street parking spaces unless otherwise stated in
Table 21A.44.040-A, “Minimum and Maximum Off Street Parking“.
5. Parking spaces designed or designated exclusively for recreational vehicles
shall not count toward the number of minimum required or maximum
allowed off street parking spaces.
6. When calculations of the number of required off street parking spaces for
vehicles or bicycles result in a fractional number, any fraction of 0.5 or larger
shall be rounded up to the next higher whole number. Calculations for more
than one use in a project shall be calculated for each individual use and may be
rounded individually and added, or added then rounded as determined by the
applicant.
7. Lots containing more than one (1) use may provide parking and loading based
on the shared parking calculations in Subsection 21A.44.050.B, “Shared
Parking”.
B. Unlisted Uses: For uses not listed in Table 21A.44.040-A, “Minimum and
Maximum Off Street Parking” the planning director is authorized to do any of
the following:
1. Apply the minimum or maximum off street parking space requirement
specified in Table 21A.44.040-A, “Minimum and Maximum Off Street
Parking“, for the listed use that is deemed most similar to the proposed use as
determined by the planning director based on operating characteristics, the
most similar related occupancy classification, or other factors related to
potential parking demand determined by the director.
2. Apply a minimum parking requirement of three (3) spaces per one thousand
(1,000) square feet of usable floor area for the use and a maximum parking
allowance of five (5) spaces per one thousand (1,000) square feet of useable
floor area for the use.
3. Establish the minimum off street parking space and loading requirements based
on a parking study prepared by the applicant according to Subsection
21A.44.050.F.
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21A.44.040: REQUIRED OFF STREET PARKING:
A. Minimum and Maximum Parking Spaces Required:
1. Unless otherwise provided in this code, each development or land use subject
to this chapter pursuant to Section 21A.44.020 shall provide at least the
minimum number, and shall not provide more than the maximum number, of
off street parking spaces required by Table 21A.44.040-A, “Minimum and
Maximum Off Street Parking“.
2. A parking standard shown in Table 21A.44.040-A, “Minimum and Maximum
Off Street Parking”, is not an indication of whether the use is allowed or
prohibited in the respective zoning district or context area. See Chapter
21A.33, “Land Use Tables” for allowed and prohibited uses.
3. The maximum parking limit does not apply to parking provided in parking
garages, stacked or racked parking structures, or to off-site parking that
complies with all other requirements of this title.
4. The maximum parking limit does not apply to properties in the M-1, M-2,
BP, or Airport zoning districts that are located west of the centerline of
Redwood Road.
5. If a conditional use is approved by the planning commission in accordance
with Chapter 21A.54, “Conditional Uses”, and the conditional use approval
states a different parking requirement than that required by this Chapter
21A.44, and is determined necessary to mitigate a detrimental impact, then
the parking requirement in the conditional use approval shall apply.
6. All uses with vehicle stacking and/or drive-through facilities shall comply
with Section 21A.44.080, “Drive-Through Facilities and Vehicle
Stacking Areas”, in addition to the requirements of Table 21A.44.040-A,
“Minimum and Maximum Off Street Parking“.
7. All uses with outdoor sales, display, leasing, and/or auction areas shall also
provide one-half (1/2) parking space and no more than two (2) parking spaces
per one thousand (1,000) sq. ft. of outdoor sales, display, leasing, and/or auction
area. This additional parking shall not count toward the maximum allowed per
Table 21A.44.040-A, “Minimum and Maximum Off Street Parking”, when a
maximum is specified.
Context Approach:
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Salt Lake City has a wide variety of development contexts that make any single
approach to minimum and maximum parking requirements ineffective. The
parking demand for a downtown area served by transit will be much lower than a
downtown adjacent neighborhood or suburban shopping center. To ensure that
minimum and maximum parking requirements reflect the built context (and future
built context) of the area, we created four distinct “context areas”, and then tailored
minimum and maximum parking standards to each. The Minimum and Maximum
Off Street Parking Table below lists the specific zoning districts included in each
context area. The following is a brief narrative introducing each context area:
1. General Context: This category includes the city’s zoning districts that tend
to be more auto-dependent and/or suburban in scale and parking needs. This
context applies broadly to all of the zoning districts that are not specifically
listed in the other context areas.
2. Neighborhood Center: This category includes areas with small- or
moderate-scale shopping, gathering, or activity spaces, often within or
adjacent to General Context areas, but that are not necessarily well served by
transit. This category includes zoning districts with pedestrian-scale
development patterns, building forms, and amenities.
3. Urban Center: This category includes zoning districts with dense,
pedestrian-oriented development within more intensely developed urban
centers. The parking demand in this context is higher than in the
Neighborhood Center Context, but lower than areas with good transit service.
4. Transit Context: This category includes those zoning districts that
immediately surround mass-transit facilities and/or are in the downtown core.
These areas have the lowest parking demand and may be exempt from
minimum parking requirements or be required to provide minimal off street
parking.
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TABLE 21A.44.040-A: MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM OFF STREET PARKING:
DU = dwelling unit sq. ft. = square feet
Land Use
Minimum Parking Requirement
Maximum
Parking
Allowed
General
Context Neighborhood
Center Context
Urban
Center
Context
Transit
Context
All zoning
districts not
listed in
another
context area
RB, SNB, CB,
CN, R-MU-35,
R-MU-45, SR-3,
FB-UN1, FB-SE
D-2, MU,
TSA-T,
CSHBD1.
CSHBD2
D-1, D-3 D-4,
G-MU,
TSA-C, UI,
FB-UN2, FB-
UN3, FB-SC.
R-MU
Vehicle Stacking and Drive-Through Facilities: See Subsection 21A.44.040.A.6
Outdoor Sales/Display/Leasing/Auction Areas: See Subsection 21A.44.040.A.7
RESIDENTIAL USES
Household Living
Artists’ loft/studio
1.5 spaces
per DU
1 space
per DU
0.5 spaces
per DU
No Minimum
No Maximum
Manufactured home
2 spaces per
DU
1 space per DU
No Minimum
All Contexts:
4 spaces, not
including
recreational
vehicle
parking spaces
Mobile home
Single-family
(attached)
Single-family
(detached)
Single-family cottage
development building
form
1 space per
DU
Twin home 2 spaces per
DU
Two-family
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Multi-family
Studio and 1
bedrooms: 1
space per DU,
2+ bedrooms
1.25 space per
DU
Studio and 1+
bedrooms: 1
space per DU
Studio: No
Minimum 1
bedroom:
0.5 space
per DU
2+
bedrooms:
1 space per
DU
No Minimum
All Contexts:
Studio & 1
Bedroom: 2
spaces per DU
2+ bedrooms: 3
spaces per DU
Group Living
Assisted living facility
1 space for each 6 infirmary or
nursing home beds;
plus 1 space for each 4 rooming
units;
plus 1 space for each 3 DU
See Table Note A
1 space for
each 8
infirmary or
nursing
home beds;
plus 1 space
for each 6
rooming
units;
plus 1
space for
each 4 DU
See Table
Note A
No Minimum
No Maximum
Nursing care facility
Eleemosynary facility 1 space per 4
persons
design
capacity; See
Table Note A
1 space per 6
persons design
capacity;
See Table Note
A
1 space
per 4
persons
design
capacity;
See Table
Note A
No Minimum
All Contexts:
1 space per 3
persons
design
capacity;
See Table
Note A
Group home
Residential support
Dormitory, fraternity,
sorority
1 space per 2
persons
design
capacity
1 space per 3
persons design
capacity
1 space
per 4
persons
design
capacity
No Minimum
All Contexts:
1 space per 1
persons
design
capacity
Rooming (boarding)
house
1 space per 2
guest rooms
1 space per 3
guest rooms
1 space
per 4
guest
No Minimum
No Maximum
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rooms
Shared housing
0.5 spaces per unit
0.25
spaces
per unit
No Minimum
No Maximum
PUBLIC, INSTITUTIONAL, AND CIVIC USES
Community and Cultural Facilities
Art gallery
1 space per 1,000 sq. ft.
0.5
spaces
per 1,000
sq. ft.
No Minimum
All Contexts: 2
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft. Studio, Art
Exhibition hall
Museum
Crematorium
2 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft.
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft.
No Minimum
No Maximum
Daycare center, adult
Daycare center, child
Homeless resource
center
Library
Community
correctional facility,
3 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
2.5 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft. Community recreation
center
Jail
Government facility
3 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft. of
office area
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft. of
office
area
No Minimum
No Maximum Social service mission
and charity dining hall
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Municipal service use,
including city utility use
and police and fire
station
2 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft. of
office area, plus 1 space per
service vehicle
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft. of
office
area, plus
1 space
per
service
vehicle
No Minimum
No Maximum
Club/lodge
1 space per 6
seats in main
assembly area
1 space per 8
seats in main
assembly area
1 space
per 10
seats in
main
assembly
area
No Minimum
All Contexts: 1
space per 4
seats in main
assembly area Meeting hall of
membership
organization
Convent/monastery
1 space per 4
persons
design
capacity
1 space per 6
persons design
capacity
1 space
per 8
persons
design
capacity
No Minimum
No Maximum
Funeral home
1 space per 4
seats in main
assembly area
1 space per 5
seats in main
assembly area
1 space
per 6
seats in
main
assembly
area
No Minimum
Urban Center
and Transit
Center
Context: 2
spaces per 4
seats in main
assembly
areas
Neighborhood
Center and
General
Context: No
maximum
Place of worship All Contexts:
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1 space per 6
seats or 1
space per 300
sq. ft.,
whichever is
less
1 space per 8
seats or 1
space per 400
sq. ft.,
whichever is
less
1 space
per 10
seats or 1
space per
500 sq.
ft.,
whichever
is less
No Minimum
1 space per
3.5 seats or 1
space per 200
sq. ft.,
whichever is
greater
Fairground See Table Note B No Maximum
Philanthropic use
See Table Note B
All Contexts:
2 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft. of
office, plus 1
space per 6
seats in
assembly areas
Zoological park See Table Note B
No Maximum Ambulance service
Cemetery
No Minimum Plazas
Park
Open space
Educational Facilities
College and
university
2 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
office,
research, and
library area,
plus 1 space
per 6 seats in
assembly
areas
1 space per 1,000 sq. ft.
office, research, and library
area, plus 1 space per 10
seats in assembly areas
K - 12 private Elementary or Middle: 1 space per 20 students
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K - 12 public
design capacity
High Schools: 1 space per 8 students design
capacity
No Minimum
All Contexts: 4
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft. Dance/music studio
3 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
2.5 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft.
Music conservatory
Professional and
vocational
Professional and
vocational (with
outdoor activities)
Seminary and
religious institute
Healthcare Facilities
Clinic (medical,
dental)
4 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft.
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft.
No Minimum
All Contexts:
6 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft
Blood donation
center
3 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft.
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft.
Transit and
Urban Center
Context: 3
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft
Neighborhood
Center and
General
Context: 6
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Hospital
1 space per 3 patient beds
design capacity
1 space
per 2
patient
beds
design
capacity
All Contexts:
1 space per 2
patient beds
design
capacity
Hospital, including
accessory lodging
facility
COMMERCIAL USES
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Agricultural and Animal Uses
Greenhouse
2 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft.
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft.
No Minimum
Transit and
Urban Center
Context: 2
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft
Neighborhood
Center and
Kennel
Pound
Veterinary office
Cremation service,
animal
1 space per 1,000 sq. ft.
Kennel on lots of 5
acres or larger
Poultry farm or
processing plant
General
Context: No
Maximum
Raising of furbearing
animals
Slaughterhouse
Agricultural use
No Minimum
Community garden
Farmer’s market
Grain elevator
Pet cemetery
Stable
Stockyard
Urban farm
Botanical garden See Table Note B
Recreation and Entertainment
Auditorium 1 space per 4
seats in
assembly
areas
1 space per 6
seats in
1 space
per 8
seats in
No Minimum
All Contexts:
1 space per 3
seats in
assembly
Theater, live
performance
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Theater, movie assembly areas assembly
areas
areas
Amphitheater See Table Note B
Athletic Field
Stadium
Tennis court
(principal use)
2 spaces per court No Minimum Transit and
Urban Center
Bowling
2 spaces per lane
Context: 2
spaces per
court or lane
Neighborhood
Center and
General
Context: No
Maximum
Convention center
1 space per 1,000 sq. ft.
No Minimum
All Contexts: 3
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft. Swimming pool,
skating rink or
natatorium
Health and fitness
facility
2 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft.
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft.
All Contexts: 4
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Performing arts
production facility
Reception center
Recreation (indoor) 3 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
2 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Recreational vehicle
park (minimum 1
acre)
1 space per designated camping or RV spot
No Maximum
Amusement park See Table Note B
Recreation (outdoor) See Table Note B
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Food and Beverage Services
Brewpub Indoor tasting/seating area: 2
spaces per 1,000 sq. ft.;
Outdoor tasting/seating area: 2
spaces per 1,000 sq. ft.
Indoor
tasting/
seating
area: 2
spaces per
1,000 sq.
ft.;
Outdoor
tasting/ se
ating area:
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft.
No Minimum Transit and
Urban Center
Context: 5
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft
indoor
tasting/seating
area
Neighborhood
Center and
General
Context: 7
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
indoor
tasting/seating
area
All Contexts:
Outdoor
tasting/
seating area: 4
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Restaurant
Tavern
Social club
1 space per 6
seats in main
assembly
area, or 1
space per 300
sq. ft.,
whichever is
less
1 space per 8
seats in main
assembly area,
or 1 space per
400 sq. ft.,
whichever is
less
1 space
per 10
seats in
main
assembly
area, or 1
space per
500 sq.
ft.,
whichever
is less
No Minimum
All Contexts:
1 space per 4
seats in main
assembly area,
or 1
space per 200
sq. ft.,
whichever is
greater
Office, Business, and Professional Services
Check cashing/payday
loan business
General
Context:
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Dental laboratory/
research facility
2 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft.
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft.
No Minimum
4 spaces per
1,000
Neighborhood
Center Context:
3 spaces per
1,000
Urban Center
and Transit
Center
Contexts:
2 spaces per
1,000
Financial institution
Research and
laboratory facilities
Office (excluding
medical and dental
clinic and office)
3 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
2 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Retail Sales & Services
Photo finishing lab
No Minimum
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft.
No Minimum
Transit and
Urban Center
Contexts: 2
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Neighborhood
Center and
General
Context: 3
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Electronic repair
shop
Furniture repair shop
Upholstery shop
Radio, television
station
3 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
2 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft.
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Store, Convenience 3 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
2 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
1.5
spaces
per 1,000
sq. ft.
No Minimum
Transit and
Urban Center
Contexts: 2
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Neighborhood
Center: 3
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
General
Context: 5
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Auction, Indoor 2 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
1.5 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Transit
Context: 2
Store, Department
Fashion oriented
development
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft.
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Urban Center
and
Neighborhood
Center
Context: 3
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
General
Context: 4
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Flea market (indoor)
Flea market (outdoor)
Store, Mass
merchandising
Store, Pawn shop
Store, Specialty
Retail goods
establishment
Retail service
establishment
Store, Superstore and
hypermarket
Store, Warehouse
club
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Retail shopping center
over 55,000 sq. ft.
usable floor area
Up to 100,000 sq. ft. : 2. spaces
per 1,000 sq. ft. .
Above 100,000 sq. ft. :
sq. ft. 1.5 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft.
Up to
100,000
sq. ft. :
1.5
spaces
per 1,000
sq. ft. .
Above
100,000
sq. ft. :
1.25
spaces
per 1,000
sq. ft.
Transit and
Urban Center
Contexts: up to
100,000 sq.
ft.: 2 spaces
per 1,000 sq.
ft., above
100,000 sq.
ft.: 1.75
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Neighborhood
Center and
General
Context: Up to
100,000 sq.
ft.: 3 spaces
per 1,000 sq.
ft.,
above 100,000
sq.
ft.: 2.5 spaces
per 1,000 sq.
ft.
Plant and garden shop
with outdoor retail sales
area
2 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
1.5 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft.
Transit and
Urban Center
Contexts: 1.5
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Neighborhood
Center: 2
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
General
Context: 3
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
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Lodging Facilities
Bed and breakfast
1 space per guest bedroom
0.5
spaces
per guest
bedroom
No Minimum
All Contexts:
1.25 spaces
per guest
bedroom
Hotel/motel
All Contexts:
1.5 spaces per
guest
bedroom
Vehicles and Equipment
Vehicle Auction
2 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft. of office
area plus 1 space per service bay
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft. of
office
area plus
1 space
per
service
bay
No Minimum
No Maximum
Automobile part
sales
2 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft. of
indoor sales/leasing/office area
plus 1 space per service bay
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft. of
indoor
sales/leas
ing/
office
area plus
1 space
per
service
bay
No Minimum
All Contexts:
3 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft. of
indoor
sales/leasing/
office area,
plus 1 space
per service
bay
Automobile and truck
repair sales/rental and
service
Boat/recreational
vehicle sales and
service (indoor)
Equipment rental
(indoor and/or
outdoor)
Equipment, heavy
(rental, sales,
service)
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Manufactured/mobile
home sales and service
Recreational vehicle
(RV) sales and service
Truck repair sales and
rental (large)
Car wash
No Minimum
Transit and
Urban Center
Contexts: 1
space per
1,000 sq. ft.
Neighborhood
Center: 2
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
General
Context: 5
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Car wash as accessory
use to gas station or
convenience store that
sells gas
Gas station
2 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
2 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
No
Minimum
General
Context:
5 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Neighborhood
Center Context:
3 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Urban Center
Context:
1 space per
1,000 sq. ft.
Bus line yard and
repair facility
1 space per 1,000 sq. ft. , plus 1 space per
commercial fleet vehicle
No Minimum No Maximum
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Impound lot
Limousine service
Taxicab facility
Tire distribution
retail/wholesale
Adult Entertainment Establishments
Sexually oriented
business
3 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft.
1 space
per 1,000
sq. ft.
No Minimum
All Contexts:
5 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
TRANSPORTATION USES
Airport Determined by Airport Authority No Maximum
Heliport
Bus line
station/terminal
No Minimum
Urban Center
and Transit
Contexts:
2 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Neighborhood
Center and
General
Context: 1
space per 150
average daily
passenger
boardings
Intermodal transit
passenger hub
Railroad, passenger
station
Transportation
terminal, including
bus, rail and trucking
Railroad, repair shop 1 space per 1,000 sq. ft. , plus 1 space per
fleet vehicle generally stored on-site
No Minimum
No Maximum Truck freight
terminal
Railroad, freight
terminal facility
No Minimum
INDUSTRIAL USES
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Manufacturing and Processing
Artisan food
production
1 space per 1,000 sq. ft. of
production area, plus 2 spaces
per 1,000 sq. ft. of office/retail
0.5
spaces per
1,000 sq.
ft. of
productio
n area,
plus 1.5
spaces per
1,000 sq.
ft. of
office/ret
ail
No Minimum
Transit and
Urban Center
Contexts: 1
space per 1,000
sq. ft. of
production
area, plus 2
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft. of
office/retail
Neighborhood
Center and
General
Context: 2
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft. of
production
area, plus 3
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft. of
office/retail
Bakery, commercial
Automobile salvage
and recycling
(outdoor)
1 space per 1,000 sq. ft. of
office
0.5 space
per 1,000
sq. ft. of
office
No Minimum
All Contexts:
7 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
of office/retail Processing center
(outdoor)
Automobile salvage
and recycling
(indoor)
Blacksmith shop
Bottling plant
Brewery/Small
Brewery
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Chemical
manufacturing and/or
storage
1 space per 1,000 sq. ft.
No Minimum
No Maximum
Commercial food
preparation
Distillery
Drop forge industry
Explosive
manufacturing and
storage
Food processing
Heavy
manufacturing
Incinerator, medical
waste/hazardous waste
Industrial assembly
Jewelry fabrication
Laundry, commercial
Light manufacturing
Manufacturing and
processing, food
Paint manufacturing
Printing plant
Processing center
(indoor)
Recycling
Sign painting/
fabrication
Studio, motion picture
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Welding shop No Minimum
Winery
Woodworking mill
Collection station
No Minimum
Concrete and/or
asphalt
manufacturing
Extractive industry
Manufacturing,
concrete or asphalt
Refinery, petroleum
products
Storage and Warehousing
Air cargo terminals
and package delivery
facility
1 space per 1,000 sq. ft. , plus 1 space per
fleet vehicle generally stored on-site
No Maximum
Building materials
distribution
Flammable liquids or
gases, heating fuel
distribution and
storage
Package delivery
facility
Warehouse
Warehouse, accessory
to retail and wholesale
business (maximum
5,000 square foot floor
plate)
Wholesale
distribution
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Storage, self
2 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft. of
office area, plus 1 space per 30
storage units
2 spaces
per 1,000
sq. ft. of
office
All Contexts:
1 space for
every 15
storage units
Contractor’s
yard/office
2 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft. of office area
All Contexts:
3 spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
of office area
Rock, sand and gravel
storage and distribution
No Minimum
No Maximum
Storage (outdoor)
Storage and display
(outdoor)
Storage, public
(outdoor)
PUBLIC AND SEMI-PUBLIC UTILITY USES
Utility: Building or
structure
No Minimum
No Maximum
Antenna,
communication
tower
Antenna,
communication tower,
exceeding the maximum
building
height in the zone
Large wind energy
system
Solar array
Utility: Electric
generation facility
Utility: Sewage
treatment plant
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Utility: Solid waste
transfer station
Utility: Transmission
wire, line, pipe or pole
Wireless
telecommunications
facility
ACCESSORY USES
Accessory Dwelling
Unit
See Section 21A.40.200: Accessory Dwelling Units
Accessory guest and
servant’s quarter
1 space per DU No Minimum
Living quarter for
caretaker or security
guard
All Contexts:
4 spaces per
DU
Retail, sales and service
accessory use when
located within a
principal building
2 spaces per 1,000
1 space
per 1,000
Transit and
Urban Center
Contexts: 2
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Neighborhood
Center: 3
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
General
Context: 4
spaces per
1,000 sq. ft.
Retail, sales and service
accessory use when
located within a
principal building and
operated primarily for
the convenience of
employees
No Minimum
Warehouse,
accessory
0.5 spaces per 1,000 sq. ft. of
warehouse/wholesale
No Minimum
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Accessory use, except
those that are otherwise
specifically
regulated elsewhere in
this title
No Minimum
No Maximum
Heliport, accessory
Reverse vending machine
Storage, accessory
(outdoor)
TEMPORARY USES
Mobile food business
(operation in public
right-of-way)
No minimum, unless required by temporary use permit or as
determined by the Zoning Administrator
No Maximum
Mobile food business
(operation on private
property)
Mobile food court
Vending cart, private
property
Vending cart, public
property
Farm stand, seasonal
Table Notes:
A. Facilities that are (a) occupied by persons who’s right to live together is protected by the federal
Fair Housing Act, and that (b) occupy a building originally constructed for another residential use
shall have the same parking requirements as the residential use for which the building was
constructed.
B. Parking requirements to be determined by the transportation director based on considerations of
factors such as estimated facility use, vehicle traffic to the facility, transit use to the facility, potential
traffic congestion, and likelihood of overflow parking in surrounding neighborhoods.
B. Electric Vehicle Parking: Each multi-family use shall provide a minimum of one
(1) parking space dedicated to electric vehicles for every twenty five (25) parking
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spaces provided on-site. Electric vehicle parking spaces shall count toward the
minimum required number of parking spaces. The electric vehicle parking space
shall be:
1. Located in the same lot as the principal use;
2. Located as close to a primary entrance of the principal building as possible;
3. Signed in a clear and conspicuous manner, such as special pavement
marking or signage, indicating exclusive availability to electric vehicles;
and
4. Outfitted with a standard electric vehicle charging station.
C. Accessible Parking:
1. The number and design of accessible (ADA) parking spaces shall be
pursuant to the standards provided in the Salt Lake City Off Street
Parking Standards Manual.
2. Parking areas with four (4) or fewer vehicle parking spaces are not required
to identify an accessible parking space; however, if parking is provided, a
minimum of one (1) parking space shall comply with the ADA standard
dimensions.
3. The number of required accessible spaces shall be based on the total
number of vehicle spaces provided to serve the principal uses, as shown
below in Table 21A.44.040-B, “Accessible Parking Required“.
TABLE 21A.44.040-B: ACCESSIBLE PARKING REQUIRED:
Off Street Parking Spaces Provided Minimum Required Accessible Spaces
1 to 100 1 per 25 parking spaces
101 to 500 1 per 50 parking spaces
501 to 1,000 2 percent of total number of parking spaces
1,001 and more 20, plus 1 for each 100 parking spaces over
1,000
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D. Bicycle Parking:
1. Applicability: The following regulations apply to all uses except for single-
family, two-family, and twin home residential uses and nonresidential uses
having less than one thousand square feet (1,000 sq. ft.) of usable floor area.
2. Calculation of Minimum Required Bicycle Parking Spaces: The number of required
bicycle spaces shall be based on the use within the defined parking contexts as shown
in Table 21A.44.040-C, “Minimum Bicycle Parking Requirements”, unless another
city standard requires a different number of bicycle parking spaces for a specific use,
in which case the use-specific bicycle parking standard shall apply.
TABLE 21A.44.040-C: MINIMUM BICYCLE PARKING REQUIREMENTS*:
(Calculation of Bicycle Parking Spaces to be Provided per Residential Unit or Based on
Usable Floor Area)
Use
General
Context
Neighborhood
Center Context
Urban
Center
Context
Transit
Context
All zoning
districts not
listed in
another
context area
RB, SNB, CB,
CN, R-MU-35,
R-MU-45, SR-3,
FB-UN1, FB-SE
D-2, MU,
TSA-T,
CSHBD1,
CSHBD2
D-1, D-3, D-4,
G-MU, TSA-
C, UI, FB-UN2,
FB- UN3, FB-
SC, R-MU
Residential
Uses 1 per 5 units 1 per 4 units 1 per 3 units 1 per 2 units
Public,
Institutional,
and Civic Uses
1 per 10,000
sq. ft.
1 per 5,000 sq. ft. 1 per 5,000
sq. ft.
1 per 3,000 sq.
ft.
Commercial
Uses 1 per 20,000
sq. ft.
1 per 5,000 sq. ft 1 per 4,000
sq. ft.
1 per 2,000 sq.
ft.
Industrial Uses No
requirement
No requirement No
requirement
No
Requirement
*For all uses: In determining the minimum number of bicycle parking spaces required,
fractional spaces are rounded to the nearest whole number, with one-half counted as an
additional space
3. Building Expansions or Changes of Use: Building expansions or changes of
use that require additional vehicle parking spaces pursuant to Section
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21A.44.020 and Section 21A.44.040 shall provide additional bicycle parking
spaces based on the calculations in Table 21A.44.040-C, “Minimum Bicycle
Parking Requirements”, for the entire use.
4. Secure/Enclosed Bicycle Parking: Each one (1) bicycle parking space that is
within a secure/enclosed bicycle parking facility may be used to satisfy the
requirement of two (2) required bicycle parking spaces.
5. Existing Public Bicycle Parking Facilities: Permanent public bicycle racks or bike
corrals located within fifty feet (50’) of the primary entrance to the principal building
may be used to satisfy up to two (2) required bicycle parking spaces.
6. Accessory and Temporary Uses: No bicycle parking spaces are required for accessory
or temporary uses.
21A.44.050: ALTERNATIVES TO MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM PARKING
CALCULATIONS:
The amount of off street vehicle parking required pursuant to Table 21A.44.040-A,
“Minimum and Maximum Off Street Parking”, may be adjusted by the factors listed in
this section. These adjustments may be applied as part of the calculation of parking
requirements and do not require discretionary approval by the City.
A. Limitations on Adjustments to Minimum Required Parking: The adjustments listed
in Subsections 21A.44.050.B through 21A.44.050.G may be used in any
combination, but shall not be combined to reduce the minimum required parking
established in Table 21A.44.040-A, “Minimum and Maximum Off Street Parking“,
by more than forty percent (40%).
B. Shared Parking:
1. Shared Parking for Two or More Uses:
a. Where two (2) or more uses listed in Table 21A.44.040-A, “Minimum
and Maximum Off Street Parking”, share a parking garage or parking lot
that is located on one of the properties that is sharing parking, or is
located within the maximum permitted distance of all of the properties
sharing parking shown in Table 21A.44.060-B, “Maximum Distances for
Off-Site Parking”, the total minimum off street parking requirement for
those uses may be reduced by the factors shown in Table 21A.44.050-A,
“Shared Parking Reduction Factors“.
b. The minimum number of off street parking spaces shall be the sum of
the parking requirements for the uses divided by the factor shown in
Table 21A.44.050-A, “Shared Parking Reduction Factors”, for that
combination of uses.
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Example: If a 5,000 square foot art gallery shared a parking lot with a
5,000 square foot retail goods establishment, and a 100 unit multi-family
residential use in the Urban Center Context, the minimum off street
parking required would be calculated as follows:
〉 Use 1: Art Gallery
〉 0.5 per 1,000 sq. ft. x (5,000 sq. ft.) = 3 parking spaces
〉 Use 2: Retail Goods Establishment
〉 1 per 1,000 sq. ft. x (5,000 sq. ft.) = 5 parking spaces
〉 Use 3: Multi-Family Residential
〉 0 per studio unit x (20 studio units) = 0 parking spaces
〉 0.5 per 1 bedroom unit x (36 1 bedroom units) = 18 parking spaces
〉 1 per 2+ bedroom units x (44 2+ bedroom units) = 44 parking spaces
〉 0+18+44 = 62 parking spaces
〉 Sum of two largest minimum parking requirements:
〉 5 (retail goods establishment)+ 62 (multi-family) = 67 parking spaces
〉 Reduction Factor (two largest minimums):
〉 67 ÷ 1.2 reduction factor = 55.8 or 56 parking spaces
〉 Add Remaining Minimum(s):
〉 56 (retail & multi-family) + 3 (art gallery) = 59 parking spaces required
TABLE 21A.44.050-A: SHARED PARKING REDUCTION FACTORS:
Property Use
Multi-Family
Residential
Public,
Institutional,
or Civic
Food and
Beverage,
Recreation and
Entertainment,
or Lodging
Retail
Sales
Other Non-
Residential
Multi-Family Residential
[1]
Public, Institutional and
Civic
1.1
Food and Beverage,
Recreation and
Entertainment, or
1.1
1.2
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Lodging
Retail Sales 1.2 1.3 1.3
Other Non-Residential 1.3 1.5 1.7 1.2
[1] Applies to multi-family residential, assisted living facility (large), group home (large), and
residential support (large) uses
2. Documentation Required:
a. The owners of record involved in the joint use of shared parking
shall submit written documentation of the continued availability of
the shared parking arrangement to the Transportation Director for
review.
b. The Director shall approve the shared parking arrangement if the Director
determines that the documentation demonstrates the continued
availability of the shared parking facility for a reasonable period of time.
No zoning or use approval shall be issued until the Director has approved
the shared parking documentation.
c. If the shared parking arrangement is later terminated or modified and the
Director determines that the termination or modification has resulted in
traffic congestion, overflow parking in residential neighborhoods, or
threats to pedestrian, bicycle, or vehicle safety, the property owners
involved in the shared parking arrangement may be held in violation of
this chapter.
C. Proximity to Fixed-Rail Transit: Required parking for a development located
within one-quarter mile (when measured radially in a straight line from the subject
property line) of a fixed-rail transit station platform in the General Context,
Neighborhood Center Context, and Urban Center Context areas may be reduced by
up to twenty-five percent (25%). This shall not apply to single or two-family uses
including: single-family (attached or detached), twin homes, or two-family.
D. Affordable and Senior Housing (Multi-Family Structures): The minimum number
of required off street parking spaces for multi-family residential developments with
at least ten (10) dwelling units may be reduced by twenty-five percent (25%) if the
multi-family development has:
1. A minimum of twenty-five percent (25%) of the dwelling units are restricted to
residents with no greater than sixty percent (60%) area median income (AMI)
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for leased units; or
2. A minimum of thirty-five percent (35%) of the dwelling units are restricted to
residents with no greater than eighty percent (80%) AMI for sale units; or
3. A minimum of seventy-five percent (75%) of the dwelling units are restricted
to persons sixty-five (65) years of age or older.
For a development that meets any of the scenarios above, an additional reduction
of up to fifteen percent (15%) may be allowed when the development is located
within one-quarter mile (when measured radially in a straight line from the
subject property line) of a bus stop that is serviced by the same route at least
every fifteen (15) minutes during daytime hours, Monday - Saturday.
E. Car Pool and Carshare Parking:
1. For parking lots with one hundred (100) or more parking spaces, each off
street parking space designated and signed for the exclusive use of a shared
car pool vehicle shall count as three (3) spaces toward the satisfaction of
minimum off street vehicle parking requirements.
2. For parking lots with one hundred (100) or more parking spaces, each off street
parking space designated and signed for the exclusive use of a shared vanpool
vehicle shall count as seven (7) spaces toward the satisfaction of minimum off
street vehicle parking requirements.
3. For parking lots of any size, each off street parking space designated and
signed for the exclusive use of a carshare vehicle shall count as four (4)
spaces toward the satisfaction of minimum off street vehicle parking
requirements.
F. Valet Parking Services: Modifications to minimum on site parking spaces may
occur on a one-to-one basis if off site valet parking is provided and:
1. The design of the valet parking does not cause customers who do not use the
valet services to park off the premises or cause queuing in the right-of-way;
2. The availability of valet parking service is clearly posted outside the
establishment and near the main entrance; and
3. The applicant provides adequate written assurances for the continued operation
of the valet parking, and a written agreement to notify future owners and
tenants of the property of the duty to continue to provide off-site valet parking.
G. Parking Study Demonstrating Different Parking Needs:
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1. The transportation director, in consultation with the planning director, may
authorize a change in the amount of off street parking spaces. The
authorization shall be based on the applicant submitting a parking study that
demonstrates a different off street parking demand for the proposed
development, use, or combination of uses than calculated from Table
21A.44.040-A, “Minimum and Maximum Off Street Parking“, and subject to
the overall limits on parking adjustments in Subsection 21A.44.050.A above.
2. The transportation director and planning director shall determine whether the
information and assumptions used in the study are reasonable and whether the
study accurately reflects anticipated off street parking demand for the proposed
development, use, or combination of uses.
3. Considerations for an alternative parking requirement (parking provided below
the minimum required or exceeding the maximum allowed) shall be granted
only if the following findings are determined:
a. That the proposed parking plan will satisfy the anticipated parking demand
for the use;
b. That the proposed parking plan will be at least as effective in maintaining
traffic circulation patterns, reducing the visibility of parking areas and
facilities as would strict compliance with the otherwise applicable off
street parking standards;
c. That the proposed parking plan does not have a materially adverse
impact on adjacent or neighboring properties;
d. That the proposed parking plan includes mitigation strategies for any
potential impact on adjacent or neighboring properties; and
e. That the proposed alternative parking plan is consistent with applicable
city plans and policies.
21A.44.060: PARKING LOCATION AND DESIGN:
All required parking areas shall be located and designed in accordance with the
standards in this Chapter 21A.44: Off Street Parking, Mobility, and Loading and the
standards in the Off Street Parking Standards Manual. Modifications to the standards
of this Section 21A.44.060 may be granted through the design review process, subject
to conformance with the standards and procedures of Chapter 21A.59: Design Review.
A. Generally:
1. Parking Located on Same Lot as Use or Building Served: All parking
spaces required to serve buildings or uses erected or established after the
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effective date of this ordinance shall be located on the same lot as the
building or use served, unless otherwise allowed pursuant to Subsection
21A.44.060.A.4, “Off-Site Parking Permitted”.
2. Biodetention and Landscape Islands in General and Neighborhood Center
Contexts: For parking lots with one hundred (100) or more parking spaces in the
General Context and Neighborhood Center Context areas, parking lot islands or
biodetention areas shall be provided on the interior of the parking lot to help
direct traffic flow and to provide landscaped areas within such lots.
3. Parking Location and Setbacks: All parking shall comply with the parking
restrictions within yards pursuant to Table 21A.44.060-A, “Parking
Location and Setback Requirements”.
TABLE 21A.44.060-A: PARKING LOCATION AND SETBACK REQUIREMENTS:
N = parking prohibited between lot line and front line of the principal building
Zoning District Front
Lot Line
Corner Side
Lot Line
Interior Side
Lot Line
Rear
Lot Line
GENERAL CONTEXT
Residential (FR Districts, RB, RMF, RO)
FR N
Parking in driveways that comply with
all applicable city standards is exempt
from this restriction.
6 ft.
0 ft.
R-1, R-2, SR-1,
SR-2
0 ft.
RMF-30
N
0 ft.; or 10 ft.
when abutting
any 1-2 family
residential
district
RMF-35, RMF-
45, RMF-75,
RO
0 ft.; or 10 ft.
when abutting
any 1-2 family
residential
district. Limited
to 1 side yard
except for single-
family attached
lots.
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Commercial and Manufacturing (CC, CS, CG, M-1, M-2, SNB)
CC
15 ft.
0 ft.; or 7 ft. when abutting any
residential district
CS 0 ft.; or 15 ft. when abutting any
residential district CG 10 ft.
M-1
15 ft. M-2 0 ft.; or 50 ft. when abutting any
residential district
Special Purpose Districts
A 0 ft.
0 ft. AG, AG-2, AG-
5,
AG-20
N
BP 8 ft.; or 30 ft. when abutting any
residential district
EI 10 ft. 30 ft. 30 ft. 20 ft.
FP
20 ft.
6 ft. 0 ft.
I 0 ft.; or 15 ft. when abutting any
residential district
MH 0 ft.
OS 30 ft. 10 ft.
PL 0 ft.; or 10 ft. when abutting any
residential district PL-2 20 ft.
RP 30 ft. 8 ft.; or 30 ft. when abutting any
residential district
NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER CONTEXT
CB , CN, SNB N 0 ft.; or 7 ft. when abutting any
1-2 family residential district
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R-MU-35, R-
MU-45
Surface Parking: N
Parking Structures: 45’ or located
behind principal building
Limited to 1 side
yard, 0 ft.; or
10 ft. when
abutting any 1-2
family residential
district
0 ft.; or 10 ft.
when
abutting any
1-2 family
residential
district
RB, SR-3, FB-
UN1,
FB-SE
N
0 ft.
URBAN CENTER CONTEXT
CSHBD1
N
0 ft.; or 7 ft. when abutting any
residential district
CSHBD2 0 ft.; or 7 ft. when abutting any
1-2 family residential district
D-2 Surface Parking: 20 ft.
Parking Structures: N
0 ft.
MU
Surface Parking: 25 ft. or located
behind principal structure
Parking Structures: 45 ft. or located
behind principal structure
0 ft.; limited to 1
side yard
0 ft.
TSA-T See Subsection 21A.44.060.B.2 0 ft.
TRANSIT CONTEXT
D-1 See Subsection 21A.44.060.B.1
D-3
D-4 See Subsection 21A.44.060.B.1
0 ft.
G-MU
FB-UN2, FB-
UN3, FB-SC
N
TSA-C See Subsection 21A.44.060.B.2
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R-MU
Surface Parking: 30 ft.
Parking Structures: 45 ft. or located
behind principal structure
0 ft.; or 10 ft.
when abutting
any 1-2 family
residential
district
Surface parking
at least 30 ft.
from front lot
line.
0 ft.; or 10 ft.
when
abutting any
1-2 family
residential
district
UI
0 ft; Hospitals: 30 ft.
0 ft.; or 15 ft.
when abutting
any 1-2 family
residential
district;
Hospitals: 10 ft.
0 ft.; or 15 ft.
when
abutting any
1-2 family
residential
district;
Hospitals: 10
ft.
4. Off-Site Parking Permitted: When allowed as either a permitted or conditional
use per Chapter 21A.33, “Land Use Tables”, off-site parking facilities may be
used to satisfy the requirements of this chapter and shall comply with the
following standards:
a. Maximum Distance of Off-Site Parking: Off-site parking shall be located
according to the distance established in Table 21A.44.060-B, “Maximum
Distances for Off-Site Parking” (measured in a straight line from the
property boundary of the principal use for which the parking serves to the
closest point of the parking area).
Table 21A.44.060-B: Maximum Distances for Off-Site Parking:
Context Maximum Distance to Off-Site
Parking
Neighborhood Center
600 ft. General
Legal Nonconforming Use in Residential District
Urban Center 1,200 ft.
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Transit 1,000 ft.
b. Documentation Required:
(1) The owners of record involved in an off-site parking arrangement shall
submit written documentation of the continued availability of the off-site
parking arrangement to the planning director for review.
(2) The planning director shall approve the off-site parking arrangement if the
director determines the location meets the standards of this section. No
zoning or use approval shall be issued until the director has approved the
off-site parking arrangement and the documentation has been recorded in
the office of the Salt Lake County Recorder.
(3) If the off-site parking arrangement is later terminated or modified and the
planning director determines that the termination or modification has
resulted in traffic congestion, overflow parking in residential
neighborhoods, or threats to pedestrian, bicycle, or vehicle safety, the
property owners of the uses for which the off-site parking was provided
may be held in violation of this chapter.
5. Circulation Plan Required: Any application for a building permit shall include a site
plan, drawn to scale, and fully dimensioned, showing any off street parking or loading
facilities to be provided in compliance with this title. A tabulation of the number of
off street vehicle and bicycle parking, loading, and stacking spaces required by this
chapter shall appear in a conspicuous place on the plan.
6. Driveways and Access:
a. Compliance with Other Adopted Regulations:
(1) Parking lots shall be designed in compliance with applicable city codes,
ordinances, and standards, including but not limited to Title 12 of this code:
Vehicles and Traffic and the Off Street Parking Standards Manual to the
maximum degree practicable, with respect to:
(a) Minimum distances between curb cuts;
(b) Proximity of curb cuts to intersections;
(c) Provisions for shared driveways;
(d) Location, quantity and design of landscaped islands; and
(e) Design of parking lot interior circulation system.
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(2) Notwithstanding the provisions of Subsection 21A.44.060.A.6.a(1) above,
relocation of a driveway for a single-family, two-family, or twin home
residence in any zoning district shall only be required when the residence is
replaced, and shall not be required when the residence is expanded or
renovated in compliance with the city code.
b. Access Standards: Access to all parking facilities shall comply with the following
standards:
(1) To the maximum extent practicable, all off street parking facilities shall be
designed with vehicular access to a street or alley that will least interfere with
automobile, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic movement.
(2) Parking facilities in excess of five (5) spaces that access a public street shall
be designed to allow vehicles to enter and exit the lot in a forward direction.
(3) Parking facilities on lots with less than one hundred feet (100’) of street
frontage shall have only one (1) curb cut, and lots with one hundred feet
(100’) of street frontage or more shall be limited to two (2) curb cuts, unless
the transportation director determines that additional curb cuts are necessary to
ensure pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicle safety or to comply with the fire code.
Public safety uses shall be exempt from limitations on curb cuts.
(4) All vehicular access roads/driveways shall be surfaced as required in
accordance with Subsection 21A.44.060.A.8, “Surface Materials”.
c. Driveway Standards: All driveways shall comply with the following standards:
(1) Driveway Location in Residential Zoning Districts: With the exception of
legal shared driveways, driveways shall be at least twenty feet (20’) from
street corner property lines and five feet (5’) from any public utility
infrastructure such as power poles, fire hydrants, and water meters. Except for
entrance and exit driveways leading to approved parking areas, no curb cuts or
driveways are permitted.
(2) Driveway Widths: All driveways serving residential uses shall be a minimum
eight feet wide and shall comply with the standards for maximum driveway
widths listed in Table 21A.44.060-C, “Minimum and Maximum Driveway
Width”.
TABLE 21A.44.060-C: MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM DRIVEWAY WIDTH:
Zoning District
Minimum Driveway Width
(in front and corner side
yard)
Maximum Driveway
Width*
(in front and corner side
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yard)
SR-1, SR-2 and SR-3 8 ft. 22 ft.
MH 8 ft. 16 ft.
Other Residential Zoning Districts 8 ft. 30 ft.
M-1 and M-2 12 ft. single lane and 24 ft.
for two-way
50 ft.
Other Non-Residential Zoning
Districts
12 ft. single lane and 24 ft.
for two-way
30 ft.
* Maximum width is for all driveways combined when more than one driveway is provided
(3) Shared Driveways: Shared driveways, where two (2) or more properties share
one (1) driveway access, may be permitted if the transportation director
determines that the design and location of the shared driveway access will not
create adverse impacts on traffic congestion or public safety.
(4) Driveway Surface: All driveways providing access to parking facilities shall
be improved and maintained pursuant to the standards in the Off Street
Parking Standards Manual.
7. Minimum Dimensional Standards: All parking spaces shall comply with the
dimensional standards in the Off Street Parking Standards Manual.
8. Surface Materials: All parking spaces shall comply with the standards for surfacing of
access, driving, and parking surfacing in the Off Street Parking Standards Manual.
9. Grading and Stormwater Management: All surface parking areas shall comply with
city grading and stormwater management standards and shall be reviewed for best
management practices by Salt Lake City Department of Public Utilities. Refer to the
Salt Lake City Stormwater Master Plan, Storm Drainage Manual, and Green
Infrastructure Toolbox for additional information.
10. Sight Distance Triangles: All driveways and intersections shall comply with the sight
distance triangle standards as defined in the Off Street Parking Standards Manual.
11. Landscaping and Screening: All parking areas and facilities shall comply with the
landscaping and screening standards in Chapter 21A.48, “Landscaping and Buffers”.
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12. Lighting: Where a parking area or parking lot is illuminated, the light source shall be
shielded so that the light source is not directly visible from any abutting property or
abutting private or public street.
13. Signs: All signs in parking areas or related to parking facilities shall comply with
Chapter 21A.46, “Signs”, and applicable provisions of the Manual on Uniform
Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
14. Pedestrian Walkways:
a. Surface parking lots with between twenty-five (25) and one hundred (100) parking
spaces shall provide a pedestrian walkway or sidewalk through the parking lot to
the primary entrance of the principal building. Pedestrian walkways shall be
identified by a change in color, material, surface texture, or grade elevation from
surrounding driving surfaces.
b. Parking lots with more than one hundred (100) parking spaces shall provide:
(1) One (1) or more grade-separated pedestrian walkway(s), at least five feet (5’)
in width, and located in an area that is not a driving surface, leading from the
farthest row of parking spaces to the primary entrance of the principal
building.
(2) Vehicles shall not overhang the pedestrian walkway(s).
(3) Where the walkway(s) crosses a drive aisle, pedestrian walkway(s) shall be
identified by a change in color, material, surface texture, or grade elevation
from surrounding driving surfaces.
(4) One (1) pedestrian walkway meeting these standards shall be provided for
each one hundred (100) parking spaces provided on site or part thereof, after
the first one hundred (100) parking spaces.
15. Parking Garages: The following standards shall apply to all above-ground parking
garages except those located in the FB zones subject to Subsection 21A.27.030.C.4,
whether freestanding or incorporated into a building:
a. Each façade or a parking garage adjacent to a public street or public space shall
have an external skin designed to conceal the view of all parked cars. Examples
include heavy gauge metal screen, precast concrete panels, live green or
landscaped walls, laminated or safety glass, or decorative photovoltaic panels.
b. No horizontal length of the parking garage façade shall extend longer than 40 feet
without the inclusion of architectural elements such as decorative grillwork,
louvers, translucent screens, alternating building materials, and other external
features to avoid visual monotony. Facade elements shall align with parking
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levels.
c. Internal circulation shall allow parking surfaces to be level (without any slope)
along each parking garage facade adjacent to a public street or public space. All
ramps between levels shall be located along building facades that are not adjacent
to a public street or public space, or shall be located internally so that they are not
visible from adjacent public streets or public spaces.
d. The location of elevators and stairs shall be highlighted through the use of
architectural features or changes in façade colors, textures, or materials so that
visitors can easily identify these entry points.
e. Interior parking garage lighting shall not produce glaring sources toward adjacent
properties while providing safe and adequate lighting levels. The use of sensor
dimmable LEDs and white stained ceilings are recommended to control light
levels on-site while improving energy efficiency.
f. In the Urban Center Context and Transit Context areas, the street-level facades of
all parking garages shall be designed to meet applicable building code standards
for habitable space to allow at least one (1) permitted or conditional use, other
than parking, to be located where the parking garage is located.
g. Vent and fan locations shall not be located on parking garage facades facing
public streets or public spaces, or adjacent to residential uses, to the greatest
extent practicable.
16. Tandem Parking: Where more than one (1) parking space is required to be provided
for a residential dwelling unit, the parking spaces may be designed as tandem parking
spaces, provided that:
a. No more than two (2) required spaces may be included in the tandem parking
layout; and
b. Each set of two (2) tandem parking spaces shall be designated for a specific
residential unit.
17. Cross-Access between Adjacent Uses: The transportation director may require that
access to one or more lots be through shared access points or cross-access through
adjacent parcels when the transportation director determines that individual access to
abutting parcels or limited distance between access points will create traffic safety
hazards due to traffic levels on adjacent streets or nearby intersections. Such a
determination shall be consistent with requirements of state law regarding property
access from public streets. Required cross- access agreements shall be recorded with
the Salt Lake County Recorder’s Office.
B. Zone Specific Location and Design Standards:
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1. D-1, D-3, D-4, and G-MU Zoning Districts: The following regulations shall apply to
surface or above-ground parking facilities. No special design and setback restrictions
shall apply to below-ground parking facilities.
a. Block Corner Areas:
(1) Within the D-1 zoning district, above-ground parking facilities located within
the block corner areas and on Main Street, shall be located behind principal
buildings and:
a. All above-ground parking facilities that front a street shall contain uses
other than parking along the entire length of the building façade and along
all stories or levels of the building.
b. Vehicle access to parking shall be located to the side of the building or as
far from the street corner as possible unless further restricted by this title.
(2) Within the D-3, D-4, or G-MU zoning districts, above-ground parking
facilities shall be located behind principal buildings, or at least seventy-five
feet (75’) from front and corner side lot lines, and shall be landscaped to
minimize visual impacts.
b. Mid-Block Areas:
(1) Within the D-1 zoning district, above-ground parking facilities shall be
located behind the front line of principal buildings or shall be located at least
seventy- five feet (75’) from front and corner side lot lines. Parking lots
proposed as a principal use to facilitate a building demolition are prohibited.
(2) Within the D-3, D-4, or G-MU zoning districts, parking facilities shall be
located behind principal buildings, or at least thirty feet (30’) from front and
corner side lot lines.
(3) Parking garages shall meet the following:
a. Retail goods/service establishments, offices and/or restaurants shall be
provided on the first floor adjacent to the front or corner side lot line. The
facades of such first floors shall be compatible and consistent with the
associated retail or office portion of the building and other retail uses in
the area.
b. Levels of parking above the first level facing the front or corner side lot
line shall have floors and/or facades that are horizontal, not sloped.
c. Landscape Requirements: Surface parking lots, where allowed shall have a
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minimum landscaped setback of fifteen feet (15’) and shall meet interior
parking lot landscaping requirements as outlined in Chapter 21A.48,
“Landscaping and Buffers”.
2. TSA Transit Station Area District: New uses and development or redevelopment
within the TSA Transit Station Area District shall comply with the following
standards.
a. Surface Parking on Corner Properties: On corner properties, surface parking lots
shall be located behind principal buildings or at least sixty feet (60’) from the
intersection of the front and corner side lot lines.
b. Surface Parking in the Core Area: Surface parking lots in the core area are
required to be located behind or to the side of the principal building.
(1) When located to the side of a building, the parking lot shall be:
(a) Set back a minimum of thirty feet (30’) from a property line adjacent to a
public street. The area between the parking lot and the property line
adjacent to a public street shall be landscaped or activated with outdoor
dining, plazas, or similar features;
(b) Screened with a landscaped hedge or wall that is at least thirty-six inches
(36”) above grade and no taller than forty-two inches (42”) above grade.
Landscaping berms are not permitted; and
(c) No wider than what is required for two (2) rows of parking and one (1)
drive aisle as provided in the Off Street Parking Standards Manual.
(2) Unless a second driveway is necessary to comply with the fire code, a
maximum of one (1) driveway and drive aisle shall be permitted per street
frontage. The access point shall be located a minimum of one hundred feet
(100’) from the intersection of the front and corner side lot lines. If the front
or corner side lot line is less than one hundred feet (100’) in length, then the
edge of the drive approach shall be located within twenty feet (20’) of the side
or rear property line.
c. Surface Parking In the Transition Area:
(1) Surface parking lots in the transition area are required to be located behind the
principal building or to the side of a principal building.
(2) When located to the side of a principal building, the parking lot shall be:
(a) Set back so that no portion of the parking area (other than the driveway)
shall be closer to the street than the front wall setback of the building. In
cases where the front wall of the building is located within five feet (5’) of
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a property line adjacent to a street, the parking lot shall be set back a
minimum of eight feet (8’). The space between the parking lot and the
property line adjacent to a street shall be landscaped or activated with
outdoor dining, plazas, or similar features; and
(b) Screened with a landscaped hedge or wall that is at least thirty-six inches
(36”) above grade and no taller than forty-two inches (42”) above grade.
Landscaped berms are not permitted.
C. Recreational Vehicle Parking:
1. Generally:
a. Recreational vehicle parking spaces shall be in addition to, and not in lieu of,
required off street vehicle parking spaces.
b. Recreational vehicles shall not be used for storage of goods, materials, or
equipment other than those that are customarily associated with the recreational
vehicle.
c. All recreational vehicles shall be stored in a safe and secure manner. Any tie
downs, tarpaulins, or ropes shall be secured from flapping in windy conditions.
d. Recreational vehicles shall not be occupied as a dwelling while parked on the
property.
e. Recreational vehicle parking is permitted in any enclosed structure conforming to
building code and zoning requirements for the zoning district in which it is
located.
f. Recreational vehicle parking outside of an approved enclosed structure shall be
permitted for each residence and shall be limited to one motor home or travel
trailer and a total of two (2) recreational vehicles of any type.
g. Recreational vehicle parking outside of an enclosed structure shall comply with
the standards in this section.
2. Front Yard Parking: Recreational vehicle parking is prohibited in any required or
provided front yard.
3. Rear Yard Parking: Recreational vehicles may be parked in the rear yard when they
are on a hard surfaced pad compliant with surfacing standards in the Off Street
Parking Standards Manual and with access provided by either a hard surfaced
driveway, hard surfaced drive strips or an access drive constructed of turf block
materials with an irrigation system.
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4. Side Yard Parking: Recreational vehicle parking in side yards shall be allowed only
when topographical factors, the existence of mature trees, or the existence of properly
permitted and constructed structures prohibit access to the rear yard. The existence of
a fence or other structure that is not part of a building shall not constitute a lack of
rear yard access. Any recreational vehicle parking area in a side yard shall:
a. Be on a hard surface compliant with the Off Street Parking Standards Manual;
b. Be accessed via a driveway compliant with driveway standards of this chapter;
c. Not obstruct access to other required parking for the use.
21A.44.070: OFF STREET LOADING AREAS:
A. Number and Size of Loading Areas Required:
1. Unless otherwise specified, a required off street loading berth shall be at least ten feet
(10’) in width by at least thirty-five feet (35’) in length for short berths, and twelve
feet (12’) in width by at least fifty feet (50’) in length for long berths, exclusive of
aisle and maneuvering space. Maneuvering aprons of appropriate width and
orientation shall be provided and shall be subject to approval by the transportation
director.
2. All loading areas shall have a vertical clearance of at least fourteen feet (14’).
3. Off street loading facilities for new developments or for expansion of an existing
development shall be provided at the rate specified for a particular use, or if multiple
uses, at the rate of the uses combined, in Table 21A.44.070-A, “Off Street Loading
Requirements”. Regardless of the combination of uses, all buildings with a gross floor
area over 50,000 square feet shall have a minimum of 1 short berth.
TABLE 21A.44.070-A: OFF STREET LOADING REQUIREMENTS:
Use Gross Floor Area
(Square Feet)
Number and
Size of Berths
Hotels, Institutions, and
Institutional Living
50,000 - 100,000 1 short
Each additional 100,000 1 short
50,000 - 100,000 1 short
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Office/Commercial
Each additional 100,000 up to
500,000
1 short
Retail 50,000 - 100,000 1 long
Each additional 100,000 1 long
Industrial
25,001 - 50,000 1 long
50,001 - 100,000 2 long
Each additional 100,000 1 long
Multi- Family Residential
# of Dwelling Units
(Per Building)
Number and
Size of Berths
40-150 1 short
151-300 2 short
Greater than 300 1 additional short
per 200 units
B. Location and Design of Loading Areas:
1. All required loading berths shall be located on the same development site as the use(s)
served.
2. No loading berth shall be located within thirty feet (30’) of the nearest point of
intersection of any two (2) streets.
3. No loading berth shall be located in a required front yard.
4. Each required loading berth shall be located and designed to:
a. Allow all required vehicle maneuvering and backing movements on-site;
b. Minimize conflicts with pedestrian, bicycle, and traffic movement or
encroachments into any pedestrian walkway, bicycle lane, public right-of-way,
and fire lane; and
c. Avoid the need to back into a public street while leaving the site to the maximum
extent practicable, as determined by the planning director and the transportation
director.
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5. Landscaping and screening of all loading berths shall be provided to comply with the
requirements of Chapter 21A.48, “Landscaping and Buffers”.
6. Where a loading berth is illuminated, the light source shall be shielded so that the
light source is not directly visible from any abutting property or abutting private or
public street.
7. All signs in loading areas shall comply with Chapter 21A.46, “Signs”, and applicable
provisions of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
8. All required loading berths shall comply with the surfacing standards of the Off Street
Parking Standards Manual.
21A.44.080: DRIVE-THROUGH FACILITIES AND VEHICLE STACKING AREAS:
A. Number of Stacking Spaces Required: The following standards apply for all uses with
vehicle stacking and/or drive-through facilities.
1. All uses with drive-through facilities shall provide the minimum number of on-site
stacking spaces indicated in Table 21A.44.080-A, “Required Vehicle Stacking
Spaces”.
TABLE 21A.44.080-A: REQUIRED VEHICLE STACKING SPACES:
Use
General
Context
Neighborhood
Center
Context
Urban
Center
Context
Transit
Context
All zoning
districts not
listed in
another
context area
RB, SNB, CB,
CN, R-MU-35,
R-MU-45, SR-
3, FB-UN1,
FB- SE
D-2, MU,
TSA-T,
CSHBD1,
CSHBD2
D-1, D-3, D-4,
G-MU, TSA-
C, UI, FB-
UN2, FB-
UN3, FB-SC,
R-MU
Car Wash, Self-Service 3 spaces per bay or stall 2 spaces per bay or stall
Car Wash, Automated 4 spaces per lane or stall 3 spaces per lane or stall
Food and Beverage Service Uses 5 spaces per service lane 4 spaces per service lane
Other Uses 3 spaces per service lane 3 spaces per service lane
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B. Location and Design of Drive-Through Facilities:
1. In zoning districts where uses with drive-through facilities are allowed and
where no front or corner side yard setback is required, the drive-through lanes
shall not be located between the front or corner side lot line and any walls of the
principal building.
2. Drive-through lanes shall be arranged to avoid conflicts with site access points,
access to parking or loading spaces, and internal circulation routes, to the
maximum extent practicable.
3. In the General Context zoning districts, a by-pass lane, driveway, or other
circulation area around a drive-through facility stacking lane shall be
provided for all uses other than automated car washes. financial institutions
and restaurant/retail uses.
4. All required stacking spaces shall measure nine (9) feet by twenty (20)
feet and shall be counted from the point of service, or final service
window.
5. Air quality: Drive through facilities shall post idle-free signs pursuant to
Chapter 12.58 of this code.
6. When a drive through use adjoins any residential use or any residential
zoning district, a minimum six foot (6’) high masonry wall shall be erected
and maintained along such property line.
7. Drive through facility will not result in adverse impacts upon the vicinity after
giving consideration to the hours of operation, noise and light generation,
traffic circulation, and the site plan.
21A.44.090: MODIFICATIONS TO PARKING AREAS:
Applicants requesting development permits or approvals may request adjustments to
the standards and requirements in this Chapter 21A.44, “Off Street Parking,
Mobility, and Loading“, and the city may approve adjustments to those standards, as
described below.
A. Administrative Modifications: The planning director or transportation director may
approve the following types of modifications without requiring approval of a
special exception, provided that the director determines that the adjustment will not
create adverse impacts on pedestrian, bicycle, or vehicle safety and that the
adjustment is required to accommodate an unusual site feature (such as shape,
topography, utilities, or access point constraints) and that the need for the
adjustment has not been created by the actions of the applicant.
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1. Modification to dimensions or geometries of parking, loading, or stacking
space, aisles, or maneuvering areas otherwise required by this chapter, other
city regulations, or the Off Street Parking Standards Manual; provided that
those modifications are consistent with federal and state laws regarding
persons with disabilities, including but not limited to the Americans with
Disabilities Act.
2. Modifications to bicycle parking or loading berth location or design standards.
B. Special Exceptions: The following types of exceptions may be approved through
the Special Exception process in Section 21A.52.040, provided that the
application meets the criteria for approval of a Special Exception in Section
21A.52.060 in addition to the standards provided in this section.
1. Exceptions Permitted:
a. Front Yard Parking Exception: For any zoning district, if front yard
parking is prohibited in Table 21A.44.060-A, “Parking Location and
Setback Requirements”, it may be allowed if all of the following
conditions are met:
(1) The rear or side yards cannot be reasonably accessed by vehicles, specifically:
(a) Clearance for a driveway could not be provided in the side yard on
either side of the building that is free from obstructions that cannot
reasonably be avoided, such as utilities, window-wells, a specimen
tree, a direct elevation change of three feet (3’) or greater, or
retaining walls three feet (3’) high or greater; and
(b) There is not a right-of-way or alley adjacent to the
property with established rights for access, where:
a. The travel distance to the property line is less than one hundred
feet (100’) from an improved street and the right-of-way or alley
has at least a minimum twelve foot (12’) clearance that is, or
could be paved; or
b. The travel distance to the property line is more than one
hundred feet (100’) from an improved street and the right-of-
way or alley has an existing minimum twelve foot (12’) wide
paved surface.
(2) It is not feasible to build an attached garage that conforms to yard
area and setback requirements;
(3) Parking is limited to an area that is surfaced in compliance with the Off
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Street Parking Standards Manual;
(4) The parking area is limited to nine feet (9’) wide by twenty feet (20’) deep;
(5) Vehicles using the parking area will not project across any sidewalk or
into the public right-of-way; and
(6) Parking is restricted to passenger vehicles only.
b. Vehicle and Equipment Storage Surfacing Exception: Vehicle and
equipment storage without hard surfacing may be permitted in the CG, M-
1, M-2 and EI zoning districts provided that:
(1) The lot is used for long-term vehicle storage, not for regular parking
and/or maneuvering;
(2) The vehicles or equipment stored are large and/or are built on tracks
that could destroy normal hard surfacing;
(3) The parking surface is compacted with six inches (6”) of road base
and other semi-hard material with long lasting dust control chemical
applied annually;
(4) A hard-surfaced cleaning station is installed to prevent tracking of
mud and sand onto the public right-of-way; and
(5) Any vehicles or equipment that contain oil are stored with pans,
drains, or other means to ensure that any leaking oil will not enter
the soil.
21A.44.100: USE AND MAINTENANCE:
A. Use of Parking Areas: Except as otherwise provided in this section, required off street
parking facilities provided for uses listed in Table 21A.44.040-A, “Minimum and
Maximum Off Street Parking” shall be solely for the parking of automobiles or
authorized temporary uses.
B. Maintenance:
1. Space allocated to any off street loading berth or related access or maneuvering
area shall not be used to satisfy the parking space requirements for any off street
parking.
2. Except in the M-1, M-2, CG, and D districts, no cleaning or maintenance of
loading areas using motorized equipment may be performed between ten
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o’clock (10:00) P.M. and seven o’clock (7:00) A.M. each day, except for
snow removal.
21A.44.110: NONCONFORMING PARKING AND LOADING FACILITIES:
Nonconforming parking and loading facilities shall be subject to the standards
established in Chapter 21A.38, “Nonconforming Uses and Noncomplying Structures”,
and the criteria established in this section.
A. Continuation of Nonconforming Parking and Loading Facilities: Any parking
spaces, loading facilities, or access to public rights-of-way that were lawfully
existing or created prior to the effective date of this ordinance, but that have since
become nonconforming with the provisions of this chapter through the actions of
the city or any governmental entity, shall be allowed to continue, but any
expansion of the use or structure, or change of use, after the adoption date of this
ordinance shall comply with the provisions of this Chapter 21A.44, “Off Street
Parking, Mobility, and Loading“.
B. Nonconformity Due to Governmental Acquisition: Where a lot, tract, or parcel is
occupied by a lawful structure or use, and where the acquisition of right-of-way by
eminent domain, dedication, or purchase by a city, county, state, or federal agency
creates noncompliance of the parking, loading, or drive-through facilities with any
requirement of this chapter, the parking, loading, or drive-through facility shall be
deemed lawful and conforming. This designation shall apply only to
noncompliance resulting directly from the acquisition of right-of-way.
C. Damage or Destruction: Reconstruction, reestablishment, or repair of any
nonconforming parking, loading, or drive- through area involuntarily damaged or
destroyed by fire, collapse, explosion or other natural cause is not required to
comply with the standards of this chapter. The parking and loading facilities may
be restored or continued as they existed prior to the damage or destruction, or in a
manner that reduces any nonconformity that existed prior to the damage or
destruction.
D. Legalization of Garages Converted to Residential Use: Garages attached to
single-family and two-family residential structures converted to residential
uses before April 12, 1995, and any associated front yard parking, may be
legalized by complying with the following requirements:
1. The property owner shall obtain a building permit for all building
modifications associated with converting the garage to residential use and the
city shall inspect the conversion for substantial compliance with adopted life
safety regulations.
2. The driveway leading to the converted garage shall not be removed without
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replacing the same number of parking spaces (up to the minimum required
by this chapter) in a location authorized by this chapter.
3. Parking on the driveway in the front yard is restricted to passenger vehicles only.
SECTION 24. Amending the text of Salt Lake City Code Section 21A.52.030. That
Section 21A.52.030 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Special Exceptions: Special Exceptions
Authorized) shall be, and hereby is amended to read as follows:
21A.52.030: SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS AUTHORIZED:
A. In addition to any other special exceptions authorized elsewhere in this title, the
following special exceptions are authorized under the provisions of this title:
1. Accessory building height, including wall height, in excess of the permitted height
provided:
a. The extra height is for architectural purposes only, such as a steep roof to match
existing primary structure or neighborhood character.
b. The extra height is to be used for storage of household goods or truss webbing
and not to create a second level.
c. No windows are located in the roof or on the second level unless it is a design
feature only.
d. No commercial use is made of the structure or residential use unless it complies
with the accessory dwelling unit regulations in this title.
2. Accessory structures in the front yard of double frontage lots, which do not have any
rear yard provided:
a. The required sight visibility triangle shall be maintained at all times.
b. The structure meets all other size and height limits governed by the zoning
ordinance.
3. Additional height for fences, walls or similar structures may be granted to exceed the
height limits established for fences and walls in Chapter 21A.40 of this title if it is
determined that there will be no negative impacts upon the established character of
the affected neighborhood and streetscape, maintenance of public and private views,
and matters of public safety. Approval of fences, walls and other similar structures
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may be granted under the following circumstances subject to compliance with other
applicable requirements:
a. Exceeding the allowable height limits; provided, that the fence, wall or structure
is constructed of wrought iron, tubular steel or other similar material, and that the
open, spatial and nonstructural area of the fence, wall or other similar structure
constitutes at least eighty percent (80%) of its total area;
b. Exceeding the allowable height limits on any corner lot; unless the city’s traffic
engineer determines that permitting the additional height would cause an unsafe
traffic condition;
c. Incorporation of ornamental features or architectural embellishments which
extend above the allowable height limits;
d. Exceeding the allowable height limits, when erected around schools and approved
recreational uses which require special height considerations;
e. Exceeding the allowable height limits, in cases where it is determined that a
negative impact occurs because of levels of noise, pollution, light or other
encroachments on the rights to privacy, safety, security and aesthetics;
f. Keeping within the character of the neighborhood and urban design of the city;
g. Avoiding a walled-in effect in the front yard of any property in a residential
district where the clear character of the neighborhood in front yard areas is one of
open spaces from property to property; or
h. Posing a safety hazard when there is a driveway on the petitioner’s property or
neighbor’s property adjacent to the proposed fence, wall or similar structure.
4. Additional building height in commercial districts are subject to the standards in
Chapter 21A.26 of this title.
5. Additional foothills building height, including wall height, shall comply with the
standards in Chapter 21A.24 of this title.
6. Additional residential building height, including wall height, in the R-1 districts, R-2
districts and SR districts shall comply with the standards in Chapter 21A.24 of this
title.
7. Barbed wire fences may be approved subject to the regulations of Chapter 21A.40 of
this title.
8. Conditional home occupations subject to the regulations and conditions of Chapter
21A.36 of this title.
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9. Dividing existing lots containing two (2) or more separate residential structures into
separate lots that would not meet lot size, frontage width or setbacks provided:
a. The residential structures for the proposed lot split already exist and were
constructed legally.
b. The planning director agrees and is willing to approve a subdivision application.
c. Required parking equal to the parking requirement that existed at the time that
each dwelling unit was constructed.
10. Use of the front yard for required parking when the rear or side yards cannot be
accessed and it is not feasible to build an attached garage that conforms to yard area
and setback requirements, subject to the standards found in Chapter 21A.44 of this
title.
11. Grade changes and retaining walls are subject to the regulations and standards of
Chapter 21A.36 of this title.
12. Ground mounted central air conditioning compressors or systems, heating,
ventilating, pool and filtering equipment located in required side and rear yards
within four feet (4’) of the property line. The mechanical equipment shall comply
with applicable Salt Lake County Health Department noise standards.
13. Hobby shop, art studio, exercise room or a dressing room adjacent to a swimming
pool, or other similar uses in an accessory structure, subject to the following
conditions:
a. The height of the accessory structure shall not exceed the height limit established
by the underlying zoning district unless a special exception allowing additional
height is allowed.
b. If an accessory building is located within ten feet (10’) of a property line, no
windows shall be allowed in the walls adjacent to the property lines.
c. If the accessory building is detached, it must be located in the rear yard.
d. The total covered area for an accessory building shall not exceed fifty percent
(50%) of the building footprint of the principal structure, subject to all accessory
building size limitations.
14. In line additions to existing residential or commercial buildings, which are
noncomplying as to yard area or height regulations provided:
a. The addition follows the existing building line and does not create any new
noncompliance.
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b. No additional dwelling units are added to the structure.
c. The addition is a legitimate architectural addition with rooflines and exterior
materials designed to be compatible with the original structure.
15. Operation of registered home daycare or registered home preschool facility in
residential districts subject to the standards of Chapter 21A.36 of this title.
16. Outdoor dining in required front, rear and side yards subject to the regulations and
standards of Chapter 21A.40 of this title.
17. Razor wire fencing may be approved subject to the regulations and standards in
Chapter 21A.40 of this title.
18. Replacement or reconstruction of any existing noncomplying segment of a residential
or commercial structure or full replacement of a noncomplying accessory structure
provided:
a. The owner documents that the new construction does not encroach farther into
any required rear yard than the structure being replaced.
b. The addition or replacement is compatible in design, size and architectural style
with the remaining or previous structure.
19. Underground building encroachments into the front, side, rear and corner side yard
setbacks provided the addition is totally underground and there is no visual evidence
that such an encroachment exists.
20. Window mounted refrigerated air conditioner and evaporative swamp coolers located
in required front, corner, side and rear yards within two feet (2’) of a property line
shall comply with applicable Salt Lake County Health Department noise standards.
21. Vehicle and equipment storage without hard surfacing in the CG, M-1, M-2 or EI
districts, subject to the standards in Chapter 21A.44 of this title.
22. Ground mounted utility boxes may be approved subject to the regulations and
standards of Section 21A.40.160 of this title.
23. Legalization of excess dwelling units may be granted subject to the following
requirements and standards:
a. Purpose: The purpose of this subsection is to implement the existing Salt Lake
City community housing plan. This plan emphasizes maintaining existing housing
stock in a safe manner that contributes to the vitality and sustainability of
neighborhoods within the city. This subsection provides a process that gives
owners of property with one or more excess dwelling units not recognized by the
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city an opportunity to legalize such units based on the standards set forth in this
subsection.
b. Review Standards: A dwelling unit that is proposed to be legalized pursuant to
this subsection shall comply with the following standards.
(1) The dwelling unit existed prior to April 12, 1995. In order to determine
whether a dwelling unit was in existence prior to April 12, 1995, the unit
owner shall provide documentation thereof which may include any of the
following:
(A) Copies of lease or rental agreements, lease or rent payments, or other
similar documentation showing a transaction between the unit owner and
tenants;
(B) Evidence indicating that prior to April 12, 1995, the city issued a building
permit, business license, zoning certificate, or other permit relating to the
dwelling unit in question;
(C) Utility records indicating existence of a dwelling unit;
(D) Historic surveys recognized by the planning director as being performed
by a trained professional in historic preservation;
(E) Notarized affidavits from a previous owner, tenant, or neighbor;
(F) Polk, Cole, or phone directories that indicate existence of the dwelling unit
(but not necessarily that the unit was occupied); and
(G) Any other documentation that the owner is willing to place into a public
record which indicates the existence of the excess unit prior to April 12,
1995.
(2) The excess unit has been maintained as a separate dwelling unit since April
12, 1995. In order to determine if a unit has been maintained as a separate
dwelling unit, the following may be considered:
(A) Evidence listed in Subsection A.24.b(1) of this section indicates that the
unit has been occupied at least once every five (5) calendar years;
(B) Evidence that the unit was marketed for occupancy if the unit was
unoccupied for more than five (5) consecutive years;
(C) If evidence of maintaining a separate dwelling unit as required by
Subsections A.24.b(2)(A) and A.24.b(2)(B) of this section cannot be
established, documentation of construction upgrades may be provided in
lieu thereof.
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(D) Any documentation that the owner is willing to place into a public record
which provides evidence that the unit was referenced as a separate
dwelling unit at least once every five (5) years.
(3) The property where the dwelling unit is located:
(A) Can accommodate on site parking as required by this title, or
(B) Is located within a one-fourth (1/4) mile radius of a fixed rail transit stop or
bus stop in service at the time of legalization.
(4) Any active zoning violations occurring on the property must be resolved
except for those related to excess units.
c. Conditions of Approval: Any approved unit legalization shall be subject to the
following conditions:
(1) The unit owner shall apply for a business license, when required, within
fourteen (14) days of special exception approval.
(2) The unit owner shall allow the city’s building official or designee to inspect
the dwelling unit to determine whether the unit substantially complies with
basic life safety requirements as provided in Title 18, Chapter 18.50, “Existing
Residential Housing”, of this code. Such inspection shall occur within ninety
(90) days of special exception approval or as mutually agreed by the unit
owner and the city.
(3) All required corrections indicated during the inspection process must be
completed within one year unless granted an extension by the zoning
administrator.
d. Application: In addition to the application requirements in this chapter, an
applicant shall submit documentation showing compliance with the standards set
forth in Subsection A.24.b of this section.
24. Designation, modification, relocation, or reinstatement of a vintage sign as per
Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
25. Additional height for sports related light poles such as light poles for ballparks,
stadiums, soccer fields, golf driving ranges and sport fields or where sports lights are
located closer than thirty feet (30’) from adjacent residential structures.
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SECTION 25. Amending the Text of Salt Lake City Code Section 21A.60.020. That Section
21A.60.020 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: List of Terms: List of Defined Terms), shall be and
hereby is amended to read as follows:
21A.60.020: LIST OF DEFINED TERMS:
A-frame sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Abutting.
Access taper.
Accessory building or structure.
Accessory lot.
Accessory structure.
Accessory use.
Accessory use (on accessory lot).
Adaptive reuse of a landmark building.
Administrative decision.
Agricultural use.
Air circulation system. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Airport. See also Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Airport elevation. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Airport hazard. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Airport master plan. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Airport reference point. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Alcohol, bar establishment.
Alcohol, bar establishment (indoor).
Alcohol, bar establishment (more than 2,500 square feet in floor area). See Alcohol, bar
establishment.
Alcohol, bar establishment (outdoor).
Alcohol, bar establishment (2,500 square feet or less in floor area). See Alcohol, bar
establishment.
Alcohol, brewpub.
Alcohol, brewpub (indoor).
Alcohol, brewpub (more than 2,500 square feet in floor area). See Alcohol, brewpub.
Alcohol, brewpub (outdoor).
Alcohol, brewpub (2,500 square feet or less in floor area). See Alcohol, brewpub.
Alcohol, distillery.
Alcohol, liquor store.
Alcohol related establishment.
Alcohol, tavern.
Alcohol, tavern (indoor).
Alcohol, tavern (more than 2,500 square feet in floor area). See Alcohol, tavern.
Alcohol, tavern (outdoor).
Alcohol, tavern (2,500 square feet or less in floor area). See Alcohol, tavern.
Alcohol, winery.
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Alley.
Alteration.
Alteration, sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Alternative parking property.
Ambulance service.
Ambulance service (indoor).
Ambulance service (outdoor).
Amphitheater, formal.
Amphitheater, informal.
Amusement park.
Ancillary mechanical equipment.
Animal, cremation service.
Animal, kennel.
Animal, kennel on lots of five acres or larger.
Animal, pet cemetery.
Animal, pound.
Animal, raising of furbearing animals.
Animal rendering.
Animal, stable (private).
Animal, stable (public).
Animal, stockyard.
Animal, veterinary office.
Animated sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Antenna.
Antenna, communication tower.
Antenna, communication tower, exceeding the maximum building height in the zone. See
Antenna, communication tower.
Antenna, low power radio service.
Antenna, low power radio service - monopole with antennas and antenna support structures
greater than two feet in width.
Antenna, low power radio service - monopole with antennas and antenna support structures
less than two feet in width.
Antenna, roof mounted.
Antenna, satellite dish.
Antenna, stealth.
Antenna, TV.
Antenna, wall mounted.
Antenna, whip.
Apartment.
Appeals Hearing Officer.
Aquatic resource.
Arcade.
Architecturally incompatible.
Art gallery.
Artisan food production.
Artists’ loft/studio.
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Auction (indoor).
Auction (outdoor).
Auditorium.
Automatic amusement device.
Automobile.
Awning. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Awning sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
BMP.
Backflow preventer.
Backlit awning sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Bakery, commercial.
Balloon. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Banner, public event. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Banner, secured. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Banner, unsecured. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Base zoning district.
Basement.
Bed and breakfast.
Bed and breakfast inn.
Bed and breakfast manor.
Bench sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Best Management Practice (BMP) (applies only to Chapter 21A.48 of this title).
Billboard. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
Billboard bank. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
Billboard credit. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
Billboard (outdoor advertising sign). See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Billboard owner. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
Biodetention.
Blacksmith shop.
Block.
Block corner.
Block face.
Blood donation center.
Boarding house.
Botanical garden.
Bottling plant.
Brewery.
Buffer yard.
Buildable area.
Building.
Building, accessory.
Building connection.
Building coverage.
Building face. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Building, front line of.
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Building height - in the FR-1, FR-2, FR-3, FP, R-1/5,000, R-1/7,000, R-1/12,000, R-2, SR-1
and SR-3 Districts.
Building height - outside FR, FP, R-1, R-2 and SR Districts.
Building line.
Building materials distribution.
Building official.
Building or house numbers sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Building plaque sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Building, principal.
Building, public.
Building security sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Building sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Bulk.
Bulk material storage.
Bus line station/terminal.
Bus line yard and repair facility.
Business.
Business, mobile.
Business park.
Caliper. See Subsection 21A.48.135.D of this title.
Canopy. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Canopy, drive-through. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Canopy, drive-through, sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Canopy sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Car pool.
Carshare.
Car wash.
Car wash as accessory use to gas station or convenience store that sells gas.
Carpet cleaning.
Carport.
Cemetery.
Certificate of appropriateness.
Certificate of occupancy.
Certificate, zoning.
Change of use.
Character Conservation District feasibility study.
Character defining features.
Charity dining hall.
Check cashing/payday loan business.
Chemical manufacturing and storage.
City Council.
City Forester.
Clearance (of a sign). See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Clinic (medical/dental).
Cold frame.
Commercial Districts.
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Commercial food preparation.
Commercial service establishment.
Commercial vehicle.
Commercial video arcade.
Common areas, space and facilities.
Communication tower.
Community correctional facility.
Community correctional facility, large.
Community correctional facility, small.
Community garden.
Community recreation center.
Compatibility.
Compatible design.
Compatible land use.
Complete demolition.
Composting.
Concept development plan.
Concrete and/or asphalt manufacturing.
Conditional use.
Condominium - condominium project and condominium unit.
Condominium Ownership Act of 1975. See title 20, cChapter 20.56 of this Code.
Condominium Ownership Act of 1975 or Act.
Condominium unit.
Consensus.
Construction period.
Construction sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Contractor’s yard/office.
Convent/monastery.
Convention center.
Conversion.
Corner building.
Corner lot.
Corner side yard.
Crematorium.
Critical root zone.
dbh. See Subsection 21A.48.135.D of this title.
Daycare.
Daycare center, adult.
Daycare center, child.
Daycare, nonregistered home.
Daycare, registered home daycare or preschool.
Decibel.
Dental laboratory/research facility.
Design capacity.
Design review.
Development.
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Development entry sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Development pattern.
Diameter at breast height. See Subsection 21A.48.135.D of this title.
Directional or informational sign (private). See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Directory sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Disabled.
District plan and design standards.
Dormer.
Drive-through facility.
Drop forge industry.
Dwell time. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
Dwelling.
Dwelling, accessory guest and servants’ quarters.
Dwelling, accessory unit.
Dwelling, assisted living facility (large).
Dwelling, assisted living facility (limited capacity).
Dwelling, assisted living facility (small).
Dwelling, fraternity, sorority.
Dwelling, group home (large).
Dwelling, group home (small).
Dwelling, group home (small), when located above or below first story office, retail, or
commercial use, or on the first story where the unit is not located adjacent to street
frontage. See Dwelling, group home (small).
Dwelling, living quarters for caretaker or security guard.
Dwelling, living quarters for caretaker or security guard, limited to uses on lots one acre in
size or larger and accessory to a principal use allowed by the zoning district. See
Dwelling, living quarters for caretaker or security guard.
Dwelling, manufactured home.
Dwelling, mobile home.
Dwelling, modular home.
Dwelling, multi-family.
Dwelling, residential support (large).
Dwelling, residential support (small).
Dwelling, rooming (boarding) house.
Dwelling, single-family.
Dwelling, single-family attached.
Dwelling, single room occupancy.
Dwelling, twin home and two-family.
Dwelling, two-family.
Dwelling unit.
ET or ETo.
ETAF.
Ecological restoration project.
Electronic billboard. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
Electronic changeable copy sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Electronic sign. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
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Eleemosynary facility.
Elevation area.
Elevation area, first floor.
Emergency medical service facility.
End of life care.
Equipment rental (indoor and/or outdoor).
Equipment rental, sales, and service, heavy.
Evapotranspiration (ET) rate.
Evergreen.
Excess dwelling units.
Exhibition hall.
Existing billboard. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
Existing/established subdivision.
Explosive manufacturing and storage.
Externally illuminated sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Extractive industry.
FAA. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Fairground.
Family.
Farmers’ market.
Fee schedule.
Fence.
Fence, electric security.
Fence, opaque or solid.
Fence, open.
Financial institution.
Financial institution, with drive-through facility.
Fixed dimensional standards.
Flag, corporate. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Flag lot.
Flag, official. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Flag, pennant. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Flammable liquids or gases, heating fuel distribution and storage.
Flat sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Flea market (indoor).
Flea market (outdoor).
Floor.
Floor area, gross.
Floor area, usable.
Food processing.
Foot-candle. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
Freestanding sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Front yard. See Yard, front.
Fuel center.
Fugitive dust.
Funeral home or mortuary.
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Garage.
Garage, attached.
Garage/yard sale sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Gas price sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Gas pump sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Gas station.
Gateway. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
General Plan.
Golf course.
Government facility requiring special design features for security purposes.
Government office.
Government sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Governmental facility.
Grade, established.
Grade, finished.
Grade, natural.
Grain elevator.
Greenhouse.
Gross floor area.
Ground cover.
Guest.
Hard surfaced.
Hazardous waste processing or storage.
Health and fitness facility.
Health hazard.
Heavy manufacturing.
Height. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Height, exterior wall.
Height (of a sign). See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Height, sign face. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Heliport.
Heliport, accessory. See Heliport.
Historic buildings or sites.
Historic Landmark Commission.
Historic site.
Historical marker. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Home occupation.
Homeless resource center.
Homeless shelter.
Hoop house.
Hospice.
Hospital, including accessory lodging facility.
Hotel/motel.
House museum in landmark site.
Hunting club, duck.
Hydrozones.
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Illegal sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Illuminance. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
Impact mitigation report.
Impact statement.
Impound lot.
Incinerator, medical waste/hazardous waste.
Incompatible use. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Industrial assembly.
Infill.
Inland port.
Inland port land use application.
Inland port use.
Institution.
Interior side yard.
Interior sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Intermodal transit passenger hub.
Internally illuminated sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Interpretation.
Interpretation, use.
Irrigation audit.
Jail.
Jewelry fabrication.
Kiosk. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Laboratory, medical, dental, optical.
Laboratory, testing.
Land use.
Land Use Appeal Authority.
Land use applicant.
Land use application.
Land Use Authority.
Land use type (similar land use type).
Landfill.
Landfill, commercial.
Landfill, construction debris.
Landfill, end use plan.
Landfill, Municipal.
Landmark site.
Landscape area.
Landscape BMPs manual.
Landscape buffer.
Landscape plan.
Landscape yard.
Landscaping.
Lattice tower.
Laundry, commercial.
Legal conforming.
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Letter sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Library.
Light manufacturing.
Limousine service.
Limousine service (large).
Limousine service (small).
Locally grown.
Lodging house.
Logo. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Lot.
Lot area.
Lot area, net.
Lot assemblage.
Lot, corner.
Lot depth.
Lot, flag.
Lot, interior.
Lot line, corner side.
Lot line, front.
Lot line, interior side.
Lot line, rear.
Lot width.
Low volume irrigation.
Major streets.
Manufactured home.
Manufactured/mobile home sales and service.
Manufacturing, heavy.
Manufacturing, light.
Marquee. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Marquee sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Master plan.
Maximum extent practicable. See Subsection 21A.48.135.D of this title.
Meeting hall of membership organization.
Memorial sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Mid block area.
Mixed use development.
Mobile food business.
Mobile food court.
Mobile food trailer.
Mobile food truck.
Monument sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Motel/hotel.
Motion. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
Mulch.
Municipal service uses, including City utility uses and police and fire stations.
Museum.
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Nameplate sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Natural open space.
Natural resource.
Neighborhood identification sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Neon public parking sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
New billboard. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
New construction.
New development sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Noncomplying lot.
Noncomplying structure.
Nonconforming billboard. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
Nonconforming sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Nonconforming use. See also Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Nonconformity.
Nonprecision instrument runway. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Nursing care facility.
Oasis.
Obstruction.
Off premises sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Off-site.
Off street parking.
Office.
Office, accessory use supporting an institutional use.
Office and/or reception center in landmark site.
Office, excluding medical and dental clinic and office.
Office, publishing company.
Office, research related.
Office, single practitioner medical, dental, and health.
On premises sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Open air mall. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Open space.
Open space area.
Open space on lots less than four acres in size.
Outdoor advertising sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Outdoor dining.
Outdoor television monitor.
Overlay district.
Overspray.
Owner occupant.
Package delivery facility.
Paint manufacturing.
Parcel.
Park.
Park and ride lot.
Park banner sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Park strip.
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Park strip landscaping.
Parking, commercial.
Parking facility, shared.
Parking garage.
Parking garage, automated.
Parking, intensified reuse.
Parking, leased.
Parking, leased - alternative parking.
Parking lot.
Parking, off-site.
Parking, shared.
Parking space.
Parking study.
Parking study - alternative parking.
Parking, tandem.
Parking, unbundled.
Patio.
Pedestrian connection.
Perennial.
Performance standards.
Performing arts production facility.
Person. See also Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Persons with disabilities.
Philanthropic use.
Pitched roof.
Place of worship.
Place of worship on lot less than four acres in size.
Planned development.
Planning commission.
Planning director.
Planting season.
Plaza.
Pole sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Political sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Portable sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Poultry farm or processing plant.
Precision instrument runway. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Premises. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Prepared food, takeout.
Primary entrance.
Primary surface. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Printing plant.
Projecting building sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Projecting business storefront sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Projecting parking entry sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Public safety sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
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Public transportation, employer sponsored.
Quality of life.
Radio, television station.
Railroad, freight terminal facility.
Railroad, passenger station.
Railroad, repair shop.
Rainwater harvesting.
Real estate sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Rear yard.
Reception center.
Record of survey map.
Recreation (indoor).
Recreation (outdoor).
Recreation vehicle park.
Recreational (playground) equipment.
Recycling collection station.
Recycling container.
Recycling processing center (indoor).
Recycling processing center (outdoor).
Refinery, petroleum products.
Relocatable office building.
Research and development facility.
Research facility, medical.
Research facility, medical/dental.
Residential districts.
Residential structure.
Restaurant.
Restaurant, with drive-through facility.
Restaurant, with or without drive-through facility.
Retail goods establishment.
Retail goods establishment, plant and garden shop with outdoor retail sales area.
Retail goods establishment, with drive-through facility.
Retail goods establishment, with or without drive-through facility.
Retail, sales and service accessory use when located within a principal building.
Retail, sales and service accessory use when located within a principal building and operated
primarily for the convenience of employees.
Retail service establishment.
Retail service establishment, electronic repair shop.
Retail service establishment, furniture repair shop.
Retail service establishment, upholstery shop.
Retail service establishment, with drive-through facility.
Retaining wall.
Reuse water.
Reverse vending machine.
Rock, sand and gravel storage and distribution.
Roof sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
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Runway. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Sales and display (outdoor).
Salt Lake City landscape BMPs for water resource efficiency and protection.
Salt Lake City plant list and hydrozone schedule.
School, college or university.
School, K - 12 private.
School, K - 12 public.
School, medical/nursing.
School, music conservatory.
School, professional and vocational.
School, professional and vocational (with outdoor activities).
School, professional and vocational (without outdoor activities).
School, seminary and religious institute.
Schools, public or private.
Seasonal farm stand.
Seasonal item sales.
Setback.
Sexually oriented business.
Shopping center.
Shopping center identification sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Shopping center pad site.
Side yard.
Sight distance triangle.
Sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Sign face. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Sign face area. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Sign graphics. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Sign maintenance. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Sign master plan agreement. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Sign painting/fabrication.
Sign painting/fabrication (indoor).
Sign structure or support. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Single-family dwelling.
Site development permit.
Site plan.
Sketch plan review.
Slaughterhouse.
Sludge.
Small brewery.
Smoke or smoking.
Snipe sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Snow cone and shaved ice hut.
Social service mission.
Social service mission and charity dining hall.
Soil amendment.
Solar array.
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Solar energy collection system, small.
Sound attenuation. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Special event sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Special gateway. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
Special purpose districts.
Specimen tree. See Subsection 21A.48.135.D of this title.
Spot zoning.
Stabilizing.
Stable.
Stadium. See also Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Storage, accessory (outdoor).
Storage and display (outdoor).
Storage (outdoor).
Storage, public (outdoor).
Storage, self.
Store, convenience.
Store, conventional department.
Store, fashion oriented department.
Store, mass merchandising.
Store, pawnshop.
Store, specialty.
Store, specialty fashion department.
Store, superstore and hypermarket.
Store, warehouse club.
Storefront. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Story (floor).
Story, half.
Street.
Street frontage.
Street trees.
Streetscape.
Structural alteration.
Structural soil.
Structure. See also Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Structure, accessory.
Studio, art.
Studio, motion picture.
Subdivision.
TV antenna.
Taxicab facility.
Temporarily irrigated area.
Temporary embellishment. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
Temporary sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Temporary use.
Theater, live performance.
Theater, live performance or movie.
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Theater, movie.
Tier 2 water target.
Tire distribution retail/wholesale.
Transportation terminal, including bus, rail and trucking.
Treasured landscape.
Tree. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Tree protection fencing. See Subsection 21A.48.135.D of this title.
Tree protection zone. See Subsection 21A.48.135.D of this title.
Trellis.
Truck freight terminal.
Truck stop.
Trucking, repair, storage, etc., associated with extractive industries.
Turf.
Twirl time. See Subsection 21A.46.160.B of this title.
Two-family dwelling.
Undevelopable area.
Unique residential population.
Unit.
Unit legalization, implied permit.
Unit legalization permit.
Unit legalization, substantial compliance with Life and Safety Codes.
Urban agriculture.
Urban farm.
Use, principal.
Use, unique nonresidential.
Used or occupied.
Utility, building or structure.
Utility, electric generation facility.
Utility runway. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Utility, sewage treatment plant.
Utility, solid waste transfer station.
Utility, transmission wire, line, pipe or pole.
Vacant lot.
Vanpool.
Vanpool, employer sponsored.
Variance.
Vegetation.
Vehicle.
Vehicle, auction.
Vehicle, automobile and truck repair.
Vehicle, automobile and truck sales and rental (including large truck).
Vehicle, automobile part sales.
Vehicle, automobile rental agency.
Vehicle, automobile repair, major.
Vehicle, automobile repair, minor.
Vehicle, automobile sales/rental and service.
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Vehicle, automobile sales/rental and service (indoor).
Vehicle, automobile salvage and recycling (indoor).
Vehicle, automobile salvage and recycling (outdoor).
Vehicle, boat/recreational vehicle sales and service.
Vehicle, boat/recreational vehicle sales and service (indoor).
Vehicle, electric.
Vehicle, recreational.
Vehicle, recreational vehicle (RV) sales and service.
Vehicle, truck repair (large).
Vehicle, truck sales and rental (large).
Vehicular sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Vending cart.
Vending machine sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Vertical clearance.
Vintage sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Visible. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Visual runway. See Section 21A.34.040 of this title.
Wall sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Warehouse.
Warehouse, accessory.
Warehouse, accessory to retail and wholesale business (maximum 5,000 square foot floor
plate).
Water body/waterway.
Water budget.
Water feature.
Welding shop.
Wholesale distribution.
Wind energy system, large.
Wind energy system, small.
Window sign. See Chapter 21A.46 of this title.
Wireless telecommunications facility.
Woodworking mill.
Yard.
Yard, corner side.
Yard, front.
Yard, interior side.
Yard, rear.
Yard, side.
Zoning Administrator.
Zoning districts.
Zoning lot.
Zoning map.
Zoological park.
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SECTION 26. Amending the Text of Salt Lake City Code Section 21A.62.040. That Section
21A.62.040 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Definitions: Definitions of Terms), shall be and
hereby is amended as follows:
a. Amending the definition of “Automobile.” That the definition of “Automobile” shall
be amended to read as follows:
AUTOMOBILE: A self-propelled vehicle with wheels that can legally operate within
a public right-of-way. The term includes but is not limited to passenger cars, light
trucks, and recreational vehicles.
b. Amending the definition of “Alternative parking property.” That the definition of
“Alternative parking property” shall be amended to read as follows:
ALTERNATIVE PARKING PROPERTY: The property for which an alternative
parking requirement is proposed, pursuant to Section 21A.44.050 of this title.
c. Amending the definition of “Biodetention.” That the definition of “Biodetention”
shall be amended to read as follows:
BIODETENTION: A low impact development term also sometimes called a rain
garden, biofilter or porous landscape detention that achieves on-site retention of
stormwater through the use of vegetated depressions engineered to collect, store, and
facilitate runoff infiltration.
d. Amending the definition of “Car pool.” That the definition of “Car pool” shall be
amended to read as follows:
CAR POOL: A group of two or more commuters, including the driver, who share the
ride to and from work or other destination on a regularly scheduled basis.
e. Adding the definition of “Carshare.” That Section 21A.62.040 shall be amended to
add the definition of “Carshare”, which shall read as follows:
CARSHARE: A membership-based model of car use where people rent or borrow
cars for short periods of time, often by the hour. Vehicles may be made available
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through private individuals, a property owner/manager, or commercial companies, but
are managed through a facilitator.
f. Amending the definition of “Change of use.” That the definition of “Change of use”
shall be amended to read as follows:
CHANGE OF USE: The replacement of an existing use by a new use, or a change in
the nature of an existing. A change of ownership, tenancy, name or management, or a
change in product or service within the same use classification where the previous
nature of the use, line of business, or other function is substantially unchanged is not
a change of use. The conversion of existing residential units to condominiums is not a
change of use.
g. Amending the definition of “Commercial vehicle.” That the definition of
“Commercial vehicle” shall be amended to read as follows:
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE: A vehicle associated with a business that exceeds one
(1) ton capacity. This includes but is not limited to buses, dump trucks, stake body
trucks, step vans, tow trucks and tractor trailers. Taxis and limousines shall also be
considered commercial vehicles.
h. Adding the definition of “Design capacity.” That Section 21A.62.040 shall be
amended to add the definition of “Design capacity”, which shall read as follows:
DESIGN CAPACITY: The maximum occupancy of a building or structure based on
the fire and/or building code, whichever allows occupancy by a larger group of
people.
i. Amending the definition of “Development.” That the definition of “Development”
shall be amended to read as follows:
DEVELOPMENT:
A. The carrying out of any building activity, the making of any material change in
the use or appearance of any structure or land, or the dividing of land into parcels
by any person. The following activities or uses shall be taken for the purposes of
these regulations to involve “development”:
1. The construction of any principal building or structure;
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2. Increase in the intensity of use of land, such as an increase in the number of
dwelling units or an increase in nonresidential use intensity that requires
additional parking;
3. Alteration of a shore or bank of a pond, river, stream, lake or other waterway;
4. Commencement of drilling (except to obtain soil samples), the driving of
piles, or excavation on a parcel of land;
5. Demolition of a structure;
6. Clearing of land as an adjunct of construction, including clearing or removal
of vegetation and including any significant disturbance of vegetation or soil
manipulation; and
7. Deposit of refuse, solid or liquid waste, or fill on a parcel of land.
B. The following operations or uses shall not be taken for the purpose of these
regulations to involve “development”:
1. Work by a highway or road agency or railroad company for the maintenance
of a road or railroad track, if the work is carried out on land within the
boundaries of the right-of-way;
2. Utility installations as stated in sSubsection 21A.02.050.B of this title;
3. Landscaping for residential uses; and
4. Work involving the maintenance of existing landscaped areas and existing
rights-of-way such as setbacks and other planting areas.
j. Amending the definition of “Floor area, gross.” That the definition of “Floor area,
gross” shall be amended to read as follows:
FLOOR AREA, GROSS:
A. For determining size of establishment, the sum of the gross horizontal area of all
floors of the building measured from the exterior face of the exterior walls or
from the centerline of walls separating two (2) buildings. The floor area of a
building shall include basement floor area, penthouses, attic space having
headroom of seven feet (7’) or more, interior balconies and mezzanines, enclosed
porches, and floor area devoted to accessory uses. Space devoted to open air off
street parking or loading shall not be included in floor area.
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B. The floor area of structures devoted to bulk storage of materials including, but not
limited to, grain elevators and petroleum storage tanks, shall be determined on the
basis of height in feet (i.e., 10 feet in height shall equal 1 floor).
k. Amending the definition of “Floor area, usable.” That the definition of “Floor area,
usable” shall be amended to read as follows:
FLOOR AREA, USABLE: For determining off street parking and loading
requirements, the sum of the gross horizontal areas of all floors of the building, as
measured from the outside of the exterior walls, devoted to the principal use,
including accessory storage areas located within selling or working space such as
counters, racks, or closets, and any floor area devoted to retailing activities, to the
production or processing of goods or to business or professional offices. Floor area
for the purposes of measurement for off street parking spaces shall not include:
A. Floor area devoted primarily to mechanical equipment or unfinished storage
areas;
B. Floor area devoted to off street parking or loading facilities, including aisles,
ramps, and maneuvering space.
l. Amending the definition of “Garage.” That the definition of “Garage” shall be
amended to read as follows:
GARAGE: An accessory building or portion of a building designed or used for the
storage of vehicles used by the occupants of the principle building.
m. Amending the definition of “Garage, attached.” That the definition of “Garage,
attached” shall be amended to read as follows:
GARAGE, ATTACHED: A garage that has a roof or wall of which fifty percent
(50%) or more is attached to and in common with a principal building. An attached
garage shall be considered part of the principal building and shall be subject to all
yard requirements of the principal building.
n. Amending the definition of “Hard surfaced.” That the definition of “Hard surfaced”
shall be amended to read as follows:
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HARD SURFACED: A concrete, asphalt, brick, stone turf block, or other surface
approved by the city engineer that is suitable for vehicle traffic.
o. Amending the definition of “Off site.” That the definition of “Off site” shall be
amended to read as follows:
OFF-SITE: A lot that is separate from the lot on which the principal use is located.
p. Amending the definition of “Off street parking.” That the definition of “Off street
parking” shall be amended to read as follows:
OFF STREET PARKING: A site or portion of a site devoted to the parking of
automobiles in an area that is not a public or private street or other public right-of-
way, including parking spaces, aisles, driveways, and associated landscaped areas.
q. Amending the definition of “Outdoor dining.” That the definition of “Outdoor dining”
shall be amended to read as follows:
OUTDOOR DINING: A dining area with seats and/or table(s) located outdoors of a
restaurant, brewpub, bar establishment, tavern, market, deli, or other retail sales
establishment that sells food and/or drinks, and which is either: a) located entirely
outside the walls of the building of the subject business, or b) enclosed on two (2)
sides or less by the walls of the building with or without a solid roof cover, or c)
enclosed on three (3) sides by the walls of the building without a solid roof cover.
r. Adding the definition of “Park and ride lot.” That Section 21A.62.040 shall be
amended to add the definition of “Park and ride lot”, which shall read as follows:
PARK AND RIDE LOT: An area or structure intended to accommodate parked
vehicles for the general public, where commuters park their vehicles and continue
travel to another destination via public transit, carpool, vanpool, or bicycle. Parking
lot may be shared with other uses or stand alone.
s. Adding the definition of “Parking garage.” That Section 21A.62.040 shall be
amended to add the definition of “Parking garage”, which shall read as follows:
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PARKING GARAGE: A structure or part of a structure used primarily for the
housing, parking, or storage of automobiles.
t. Amending the definition of “Parking, intensified reuse.” That the definition of
“Parking, intensified reuse” shall be amended to read as follows:
PARKING, INTENSIFIED REUSE: “Intensified reuse parking” means the change of
the use of a building or structure, the past or present use of which may or may not be
legally nonconforming as to parking, to a use which would require a greater number
of parking stalls available on site which would otherwise be required pursuant to
Section 21A.44.040 of this title. Intensified parking reuse shall not include residential
uses in residential zoning districts other than single room occupancy residential uses
and unique residential populations.
u. Amending the definition of “Parking, intensified reuse.” That the definition of
“Parking, intensified reuse” shall be amended to read as follows:
PARKING LOT: An area on the surface of the land used for the parking of more than
four (4) automobiles. Areas designated for the display of new and used vehicles for
sale are not included in this definition.
v. Amending the definition of “Parking, off site” That the definition of “Parking, off
site” shall be amended to read as follows:
PARKING, OFF-SITE: An off-street parking area intended to serve one or more uses
and that is located on a different parcel or lot than the use(s) it is intended to serve.
w. Deleting the definition of “Parking, off site (to support nonconforming uses in a
residential zone or uses in the CN or CB zones).” That Section 21A.62.040 shall be
amended to delete the definition of “Parking, off site (to support nonconforming uses
in a residential zone or uses in the CN or CB zones)”.
x. Deleting the definition of “Parking, park and ride lot.” That Section 21A.62.040 shall
be amended to delete the definition of “Parking, park and ride lot”.
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y. Deleting the definition of “Parking, park and ride lot shared with existing use.” That
Section 21A.62.040 shall be amended to delete the definition of “Parking, park and
ride lot shared with existing use”.
z. Amending the definition of “Parking, shared” That the definition of “Parking, shared”
shall be amended to read as follows:
PARKING, SHARED: Joint use of a parking lot or area for more than one principal
use.
aa. Amending the definition of “Parking space” That the definition of “Parking space”
shall be amended to read as follows:
PARKING SPACE: Space within a parking area of certain dimensions as defined in
Chapter 21A.44 of this title, exclusive of access drives, aisles, ramps, columns, for
the storage of one vehicle.
bb. Amending the definition of “Parking study” That the definition of “Parking study”
shall be amended to read as follows:
PARKING STUDY: A study prepared by a licensed professional traffic engineer
specifically addressing the parking demand generated by a use and which provides
information necessary to determine whether proposed parking will have a material
negative impact to adjacent or neighboring properties.
cc. Amending the definition of “Parking, tandem” That the definition of “Parking,
tandem” shall be amended to read as follows:
PARKING, TANDEM: The in-line parking of one vehicle behind another in such a
way that one parking space can only be accessed through another parking space.
dd. Adding the definition of “Planning director.” That Section 21A.62.040 shall be
amended to add the definition of “Planning director”, which shall read as follows:
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PLANNING DIRECTOR: The director of the Salt Lake City Planning Division, or
his/her designee.
ee. Deleting the definition of “Planning official.” That Section 21A.62.040 shall be
amended to delete the definition of “Planning official”.
ff. Adding the definition of “Primary entrance.” That Section 21A.62.040 shall be
amended to add the definition of “Primary entrance”, which shall read as follows:
PRIMARY ENTRANCE: The entrance to a building, parcel, or development most
used by the public for day-to-day ingress and egress.
gg. Amending the definition of “Street” That the definition of “Street” shall be amended
to read as follows:
STREET: A vehicular way which may also serve for all or part of its width as a way
for pedestrian traffic, whether called street, highway, thoroughfare, parkway,
throughway, road, avenue, boulevard, lane, place, alley, mall or otherwise designated.
hh. Amending the definition of “Vanpool” That the definition of “Vanpool” shall be
amended to read as follows:
VANPOOL: A group of seven (7) to fifteen (15) commuters, including the
driver, who share the ride to and from work or other destination on a regularly
scheduled basis.
ii. Adding the definition of “Vehicle.” That Section 21A.62.040 shall be amended to add
the definition of “Vehicle”, which shall read as follows:
VEHICLE: A device by which any person or property may be transported upon a
public highway except devices used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks or
exclusively moved by human power.
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jj. Amending the definition of “Vehicle, electric” That the definition of “Vehicle,
electric” shall be amended to read as follows:
VEHICLE, ELECTRIC: A device which is considered a vehicle that uses
electricity as its primary source of power, such as a plug-in electric vehicle or a
plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. An electric vehicle does not include devices that
are moved by human power.
kk. Adding the definition of “Vehicle, recreational.” That Section 21A.62.040 shall be
amended to add the definition of “Vehicle, recreational”, which shall read as follows:
VEHICLE, RECREATIONAL: Any motorized vehicle and/or associated non-
motorized equipment used for camping, traveling, boating, or other leisure activities
including, but not limited to campers, boats, travel trailers, motor homes, snow
mobiles, wave runners, and other vehicles designed for traveling on water (motorized
and non-motorized). Trailers used for transporting this type of vehicle are also
included within this definition.
SECTION 27. Replacing Illustration I in Salt Lake City Code Section 21A.62.050. That
Section 21A.62.050 of the Salt Lake City Code (Zoning: Definitions: Illustrations of Selected
Definitions) shall be, and hereby is amended to replace Illustration I as follows:
ILLUSTRATION I
SIGHT DISTANCE TRIANGLE
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SECTION 28. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective on the date of its
first publication.
Passed by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah, this ______ day of ______________,
202_.
______________________________
CHAIRPERSON
ATTEST AND COUNTERSIGN:
______________________________
CITY RECORDER
Transmitted to Mayor on _______________________.
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Mayor’s Action: _______Approved. _______Vetoed.
______________________________
MAYOR
______________________________
CITY RECORDER
(SEAL)
Bill No. ________ of 202_.
Published: ______________.
Ordinance amending parking regulations (final)
APPROVED AS TO FORM
Salt Lake City Attorney’s Office
Date:__________________________________
By: ___________________________________
Paul C. Nielson, Senior City Attorney
August 31, 2020
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PROJECT CHRONOLOGY
2. NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL HEARING
3. PLANNING COMMISSION
A) AGENDA NOTICE
B) STAFF REPORT
C) AGENDA AND MINUTES
D) STAFF PRESENTATION SLIDES
E) ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS RECEIVED
4. ORIGINAL PETITION
1. PROJECT CHRONOLOGY
PARKING CHAPTER PROJECT CHRONOLOGY
Petition: PLNPCM2017-00753 21A.44- Off Street Parking, Mobility and Loading Zoning Text
Amendments
May 2017 Planning staff developed and released a Request for Proposal to re-write
Chapter 21A.44, Off Street Parking, Mobility and Loading Chapter of the
zoning ordinance
Clarion Associates submitted the lone response to the request
June 2017 Selection committee awarded contract to Clarion Associates. Committee
represented the following divisions/departments: Planning, Transportation,
Redevelopment Authority, and Housing and Neighborhood Development
July 2017 Contract finalized, and project kickoff meeting held with Clarion
Associates to discuss issues and goals
September 2017 Mayor initiates the petition PLNPCM2017-00753 regarding Chapter
21A.44 amendment
City’s Public Engagement Team conducts meeting with Clarion
Associates and identified business and developer stakeholders to gather
initial comments
Collected comments from Bicycle Advisory Board at monthly meeting
Internal meetings with the following divisions: Planning, Building
Services, and Transportation divisions
October 2017 Planning Commission briefing
Business Advisory Board briefing
November 2017 Public survey conducted online with results given to Clarion Associates
for consideration
December 2017 Public open house held at Liberty Senior Center
February 2018 Draft chapter received from Clarion Associates
March – April 2018 Draft chapter circulated to city departments for review and comment
Department comments sent to Clarion for incorporation into a public draft
May 2018 Clarion provided first public draft and met with external steering group
June – Dec 2018 Project on hold due to changes in Planning staff, new project manager
Jan – June 2019 Planning staff re-started work on the project and began public outreach
with The Downtown Alliance and community council presentations
June – July 2019 Draft chapter published on city’s website and emailed to more than 2,000
public contacts for review
Planning staff conducted six public open houses to acquire public input
- Main library (2)
- Glendale library
- Partners in the Park evening event
- Sugar House fire station (2)
September 2019 Planning staff held two work sessions with the Planning Commission
(September 11 and September 25)
January 2020 Public Hearing and Planning Commission recommendation for adoption
2. NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL
HEARING
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Salt Lake City Council is considering Petition PLNPCM2017-00753 Off Street
Parking, Mobility, and Loading Ordinance - A request by former Mayor Jackie
Biskupski to modify Zoning Ordinance Chapter 21A.44 Off-Street Parking, Mobility, and
Loading. The overall goal of the project is to make the parking chapter more user
friendly while still accomplishing related citywide goals related to economic
development, sustainability, and land use. The proposed text amendments to the Off
Street Parking Ordinance include:
1. Updated parking requirements to better reflect current market demand in the
City based on community feedback and previous parking studies commissioned
by the City and RDA;
2. Simplify confusing parking regulations that are difficult for property owners to
understand and use significant staff resource to interpret and administer;
3. Address technical issues that have been identified through the day to day
administration of the parking chapter; and
4. Establish a framework that allows for a parking ordinance that can be responsive
to the changing dynamics of Salt Lake City’s development patterns.
The amendment will affect chapter 21A.44 of the zoning ordinance. Related parking
provisions of Title 21A.44 may also be amended as part of this petition.
As part of their study, the City Council is holding two advertised public hearings to
receive comments regarding the petition. During these hearings, anyone desiring to
address the City Council concerning this issue will be given an opportunity to speak. The
Council may consider adopting the ordinance on the same night of the second public
hearing. The hearing will be held electronically:
DATE: Date #1 and Date #2
TIME: 7:00 p.m.
PLACE: **This meeting will not have a physical location.
**This will be an electronic meeting pursuant to the Salt Lake City Emergency
Proclamation. If you are interested in participating in the Public Hearing, please
visit our website at https://www.slc.gov/council/ to learn how you can share your
comments during the meeting. Comments may also be provided by calling the 24 -
Hour comment line at (801)535-7654 or sending an email to
council.comments@slcgov.com. All comments received through any source are
shared with the Council and added to the public record.
If you have any questions relating to this proposal or would like to review the file, please
call Eric Daems at 801-535-7236 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.,
Monday through Friday or via e-mail at eric.daems@slcgov.com
People with disabilities may make requests for reasonable accommodation no later than 48
hours in advance in order to participate in this hearing. Please make requests at least two
business days in advance. To make a request, please contact the City Council Office at
council.comments@slcgov.com , 801-535-7600, or relay service 711.
3. PLANNING COMMISSION
A. Original Notice and Postmark
December 30, 2019
3. PLANNING COMMISSION
B. Staff Report
January 8, 2020