Proposed Ordinance - 9/26/2024
SALT LAKE CITY ORDINANCE
No. of 2024
(Adopting a Capital City Revitalization Zone Sales and Use Tax)
WHEREAS, for decades, the residents of Salt Lake City (City) and the State of
Utah have supported and enjoyed the presence of professional sports in downtown, such
that the teams are an integral part of the community.
WHEREAS, during the 2024 general legislative session, the Utah legislature passed
the Capital City Revitalization Zone Act, Utah Code 63N-3-1401, et seq. (the Act),
which establishes procedures to create a revitalization zone project area at and around the
Delta Center, home to NBA and NHL franchises.
WHEREAS, Utah Code § 59-12-402.5 further authorizes the City to impose a
capital city revitalization sales and use tax (Revitalization Zone Sales and Use Tax)
upon certain eligible transactions to be used primarily within the adopted project area for
the benefit of creating or improving infrastructure in the project area.
WHEREAS, the City has met all conditions precedent to imposing the
Revitalization Zone Sales and Use Tax by complying with the requirements of the Act
and giving final approval to the project area and participation agreement as provided in
Utah Code § 63N-3-1406.
WHEREAS, the revenues generated through the Revitalization Zone Sales and Use
Tax may be used to address needs throughout the project area including, but not limited
to, the remodel of the Delta Center; the construction demolition, modification, or
realignment of infrastructure or structures that complement the Delta Center and its
associated uses; improvements to pedestrian and traffic flow and for aesthetic,
entertainment, recreational, and safety purposes; modifications to roads, including state
roads; traffic mitigation measures; and investments in law enforcement and public safety.
WHEREAS, the Salt Lake City Council finds that the assessment of the Revitalization
Zone Sales and Use Tax furthers the general welfare of the citizens of Salt Lake City.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah:
Section 1. That the Revitalization Zone Sales and Use Tax of .5% is hereby
established, approved, and levied pursuant to Utah Code § 59-12-402.5. This
Revitalization Zone Sales and Use Tax shall be imposed, to the extent permitted, on the
eligible transactions identified in Utah Code § § 59-12-402.5. The Revitalization Zone
Sales and Use Tax shall be imposed for a period of 30 years, beginning on the date of the
first imposition of the tax. The Revitalization Zone Sales and Use Tax shall be imposed in
addition to any other sales and use taxes assessed by the City.
Section 2. That a notice shall be transmitted informing the Utah State Tax
Commission of the City’s election to impose at Revitalization Zone Sales and Use Tax in
accordance Utah Code § 59-12-403.
Section 3. That imposition of the City’s Revitalization Zone Sales and Use Tax on
eligible transactions shall begin pursuant to the timing specified in Utah Code § 59-12-403.
Section 4. That 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 ,
2024.
Victoria Petro, Council Chair
Attest:
Cindy Lou Trishman, City Recorder
Salt Lake City Recorder’s Office
(SEAL)
Transmitted to Mayor on .
Mayor’s Action: Approved Vetoed
Jill Love, Chief Administrative Officer
Acting Mayor
Approved as to form:
/S/ Katherine Lewis
Katherine Lewis, City Attorney
Salt Lake City Attorney’s Office
Bill No. of 2024.
Published: .
Ordinance approving Revitalization Zone Sales Tax