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Project Title: RMF 35 and RMF 45 Consolidation: Chapter
21A.24.130 Moderate Density Multi-Family
Residential 45 Districts
Petition No.: PLNPC2024-01388
Version: 1
Date Prepared: July 16, 2025
Planning Commission Action: Recommended May 14, 2025
This proposed ordinance makes the following amendments (for summary purposes only):
• Amends Chapter 21A.24.130 to remove RMF-35 language
• Amends Chapter 21A.24.130 to replace RMF-35 with new RMF-35 & RMF-45 Ordinance
• Amends 21A.24.140 to remove RMF-45 language
Underlined text is new; text with strikethrough is proposed to be deleted. All other text is existing with no
proposed change.
1. Amends Chapter 21A.24.130 as follows: 1
21A.24.130: RMF-35 and RMF-45 MODERATE DENSITY MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL 2
DISTRICTS 3
A. Purpose Statement: The RMF-35 and RMF-45 Moderate Density Multi-Family Residential Districts 4
are intended to provide an environment in the city suitable for a variety of residential building forms 5
that are moderate in scale, up to a height of 35 feet in the RMF-35 district and 45 feet in the RMF-45 6
district, with a density based on the land use policies identified in the general plan. The districts serve 7
as a transition between low-density neighborhoods and areas with greater land-use intensity. The 8
primary intent of both districts is to enable infill development, encourage incremental construction of 9
affordable and attainable housing, and support the character of established residential neighborhoods. 10
The form-based standards for the districts are intended to promote a variety of housing options. These 11
districts are meant to facilitate an engaging pedestrian experience, support nearby commercial uses, 12
and encourage sustainable modes of transportation. 13
B. Allowed Uses: Land uses shall be allowed as a permitted or conditional use based on the land use 14
tables for each listed district in Chapter 21A.33. Any permitted or conditional use shall also be 15
limited by any specific provision in this chapter or as determined by the building type definitions 16
found in 21A.62.060. 17
1. Accessory Uses and Structures: Accessory uses and structures shall be allowed subject to the 18
requirements of 21A.36.020, 21A.36.030, and 21A.40 of this title and any other provisions that 19
specifically apply to accessory uses and structures that may be found in this title. 20
C. General Provisions: 21
1. Building Height: 22
a. Maximum: Building height maximums are based on building forms listed in Section 23
21A.24.130.I. 24
b. Measurement: Building height in this chapter shall be measured from finished grade. 25
2. Yard and Setback: 26
APPROVED AS TO FORM
Salt Lake City Attorney’s Office
Date: _7/16/25_____________________
By: ____________________________
Courtney Lords, Senior City Attorney
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a. General Yard Applicability: When a development includes multiple lots, the minimum 27
required yards may apply to the perimeter of the development rather than to individual lots. 28
b. Front and Corner Side Yard Exceptions: 29
(1) Adjacent Building Exception: A required minimum front or corner side yard may be 30
reduced to equal an abutting lot's front or corner side yard if the yard area is located along 31
the same block face. 32
(2) Curb Distance Exception: No minimum setback is required for the front or corner side 33
yard if the respective lot line is more than 20 feet from the street curb face. 34
c. Side or Rear Yard Abutting an Alley: Half the width of an abutting alley may be counted 35
toward a required side or rear yard. 36
3. Lot Size Provisions: 37
a. Lot Width Maximum: The width of a new lot shall not exceed 110 feet. Where more than 38
one lot is created, the combined lot width of abutting lots within a new subdivision, including 39
area between lots, shall not exceed 110 feet. 40
b. Lot Area Requirement Exception: No minimum lot area is required for utility buildings and 41
structures or for allowed uses that do not involve the construction of a principal building, 42
such as parks and open space. 43
4. Open Space Area Requirements: Open space areas may include landscaped yards, patios, 44
dining areas, common balconies, rooftop gardens, and other similar outdoor living spaces. Private 45
balconies, required parking lot landscaping, or required perimeter parking lot landscaping shall 46
not be counted toward the minimum open space area requirement. When required by the building 47
form standards in this chapter, the following open space standards shall apply: 48
a. Common Open Space Areas: A common open space area is an outdoor space shared by all 49
dwelling units within a development that meets the minimum size requirement specified in an 50
applicable building form table. For developments that involve subdividing a site into multiple 51
lots, common open space areas may use the entire development area, provided each dwelling 52
unit has legally established access to the common open space area. At least 50% of the 53
required common open space shall be contiguous and include the following: 54
(1) A minimum of 33% live vegetation; 55
(2) A minimum width of 6 feet; 56
(3) and at least two of the following: 57
(A) A bench for every 250 square feet of common open space area; 58
(B) An outdoor amenity intended to provide outdoor recreation and leisure opportunities, 59
which may include playgrounds, seating areas, gardens, sports courts, or similar 60
amenities intended to promote outdoor activity; or 61
(C) A shade structure or tree with a minimum spread of 20 feet at mature height for every 62
250 square feet of common open space area. If a tree is provided, the tree canopy at 63
maturity may count toward the required minimum area of vegetation. 64
b. Personal Open Space Areas: A personal open space area is a private area that is accessible 65
only to its respective dwelling unit. Each personal open space area shall be separated from 66
other areas by a fence, hedge, or other physical barrier to distinguish it as private. When 67
required, the minimum personal open space area shall apply to each dwelling unit in a 68
development. Each personal open space area shall: 69
(1) Contain at least one shade area. Shade may include a tree, pergola, gazebo, or other 70
similar structure designed to provide shade to the area. Shade structures may encroach 71
into a required yard provided they are located at least one foot from all lot lines; 72
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(2) Have no more than 50% coverage of impervious surfaces; 73
(3) Not be located within a required front yard; and 74
(4) Have a minimum width of 6 feet. 75
c. Proximity to Public Parks: The open space required by a building form standard does not 76
apply when the subject property is within 800 feet of a public park or open space, as 77
measured along the closest reasonable walking path. 78
5. Public Street Frontage: 79
a. Buildings Without Frontage: A lot may contain principal buildings without public street 80
frontage provided that: 81
(1) At least one principal building on the lot has public street frontage and meets the 82
minimum front yard setback, 83
(2) Each building has legally established access to a public street, and 84
(3) Each ground-floor dwelling unit of the Row House, Urban House, Two-Family, and 85
Cottage Development forms shall include an entry feature allowed by 21A.37.050, 86
regardless of street frontage. 87
b. Lots without Frontage: For the purpose of this provision, individual dwellings may be on 88
their own lot, including within a condominium development. Lots without public street 89
frontage, used for individual dwelling units or buildings, are allowed subject to a preliminary 90
subdivision plat process and recording a final subdivision plat that: 91
(1) Documents that new lots have adequate access to a public street by way of easements or a 92
shared driveway and 93
(2) Includes a disclosure of private infrastructure costs for any shared infrastructure 94
associated with the new lot(s) per Section 21A.55.110 of this title and all other 95
requirements therein. 96
6. Midblock Walkways: When identified in the general plan, midblock walkways are subject 97
to the following requirements: 98
a. Width: The midblock walkway shall meet the minimum width requirements established 99
in the applicable plan. If no minimum width is provided, it shall be 6 feet. 100
b. Encroachments: The following building encroachments are permitted in an outdoor 101
midblock walkway: 102
(1) Balconies: All balconies must be located at the third story or above; 103
(2) Building overhangs and associated cantilever: These coverings shall be located no 104
lower than 9 feet above the level of the sidewalk and may project up to 6 feet; 105
(3) Other architectural element(s) not listed above that offer refuge from weather and/or 106
provide publicly accessible usable space, projecting up to 1 foot into the midblock 107
walkway. 108
D. Unit Density Bonus: Bonus dwelling units may be granted when an existing principal building is 109
retained as part of a development that adds at least one additional dwelling unit pursuant to the 110
following: 111
1. Two bonus dwelling units of any building type may be granted for retaining an existing structure 112
that contains one or two dwelling units, or retaining two dwelling units within separate buildings 113
on a site. 114
2. Four bonus dwelling units of any type may be granted for retaining an existing building 115
containing three or more dwelling units or retaining three or more dwelling units within multiple 116
buildings on a site. 117
3. A bonus dwelling unit may be added within or attached to an existing principal building or as a 118
separate building, provided that all other applicable zoning requirements are met. Bonus units are 119
not subject to minimum lot area requirements. 120
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4. The addition of a bonus dwelling unit to an existing principal building does not change the 121
building type of the existing building. 122
5. Bonus dwelling units are exempt from minimum off-street parking requirements. 123
6. Bonus dwelling units are exempt from open space area requirements. 124
7. The exterior building walls and roofline of the existing principal building must be retained to 125
obtain a bonus dwelling unit. Additional stories are permitted and existing architectural elements 126
may be modified provided they meet applicable zoning or historic preservation standards. 127
8. A density bonus may only be requested with a building permit application for development that 128
meets the minimum lot area requirements. 129
9. Any density bonus granted shall be documented through a restrictive covenant, the form of which 130
shall be approved by the city attorney. The restrictive covenant shall be recorded on the property 131
with the Salt Lake County Recorder prior to final inspection of the bonus units. The restrictive 132
covenant shall run with the land and shall provide for the following, without limitation: 133
a. Indicate that bonus dwelling units were established by retaining existing structures on a site. 134
b. Guarantee that the building(s) containing the unit(s) used to qualify for the bonus units shall 135
not be demolished unless the associated bonus units are also demolished; and 136
c. Establish that the terms of the restrictive covenant are enforceable by the city or, pursuant to 137
Utah Code Section 10-9a-802 (or its successor), any adversely affected party, and that in any 138
such enforcement action the court shall award the prevailing party its attorneys' fees. 139
E. Other Applicable Regulations: The following additional regulations apply to properties within 140
this district: 141
1. 21A.33 Land Use Tables 142
2. 21A.24.010 General Provisions for Residential Districts 143
3. 21A.36 General Provisions 144
4. 21A.37 Design Standards 145
5. 21A.38 Nonconforming Uses and Noncomplying Structures 146
6. 21A.40 Accessory Uses, Buildings, and Structures 147
7. 21A.42 Temporary Uses 148
8. 21A.44 Off Street Parking, Mobility, and Loading 149
9. 21A.46 Signs 150
10. 21A.48 Landscaping and Buffers 151
F. Building Types, Forms and Standards: Allowed building forms shall be determined based on the 152
definitions in 21A.62.060. Standards for each allowed building form are listed in the Building Form 153
Standards tables below. 154
1. Urban House and Two-Family Building Form Standards: 155
TABLE 21A.24.130.F.1 156
Building Regulation Regulation for Building Forms: Urban House and Two-Family Dwelling
Maximum: 35 feet
Minimum:
Minimum:
Minimum:
Minimum:
Minimum:
Maximum: 2
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2. Cottage Development Building Form Standards: 157
TABLE 21A.24.130.F.2 158
3. Row House Building Form Standards: 159
TABLE 21A.24.130.F.3 160
Building Coverage Maximum:
Landscape Buffer
Attached Garage
(50%) of the width of the front facade of the building.
of multiple garage doors, the sum of the widths of each garage door plus the
width of any intervening wall elements between garage doors.
No attached garage shall be constructed forward of the "front line of the
building" (as defined in section 21A.62.040 of this title).
Building Regulation Regulation for Building Form: Cottage Development
Maximum: 23 feet
Minimum:
Minimum:
Minimum:
Minimum:
Minimum:
Maximum: 1
Building Size 850 square feet of gross floor area per Cottage
Open Space Area Minimum
Landscape Buffers
Building Regulation Regulation for Building Form: Row House
Maximum: 35 feet
Minimum:
Minimum:
Interior Side Yard
Minimum:
When the interior side yard abuts an R-1, R-
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4. Multi-Family Residential Building Form Standards: 161
TABLE 21A.24.130.F.4 162
5. Non-residential Building Form Standards: 163
TABLE 21A.24.130.F.4 164
Rear Yard
Minimum:
When the rear yard abuts an R-1, R-2, FR, or SR zoning district
lot line, the minimum is 15 feet unless a street or alley separates the
Minimum:
Maximum: 6
Open Space Area Minimum:
Landscape Buffers
Attached Garages
Building Regulation Regulation for Building Form: Multi-Family Residential
Maximum:
Maximum:
Minimum:
Minimum:
Interior Side Yard
Minimum:
When the interior side yard abuts an R-1, R-
the side lot line, the minimum is 10 feet unless a street or alley separates the
Rear Yard
Minimum:
When the rear yard abuts an R-1, R-
lot line, the minimum is 15 feet unless a street or alley separates the
Minimum:
Maximum: 20
Open Space Area
Minimum:
developments with 3 dwelling units, a minimum of 200 square feet of
Landscape Buffers
Building Regulation Regulation for Building Form: Non-Residential
Maximum:
Maximum:
Minimum:
Minimum:
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A. Purpose Statement: The purpose of the RMF-35 Moderate Density Multi-Family Residential District 166
is to provide an environment suitable for a variety of moderate density housing types, including single-167
family, two-family, and multi-family dwellings with a maximum height of thirty five feet (35'). This 168
district is appropriate in areas where the applicable Master Plan policies recommend a density of less than 169
thirty (30) dwelling units per acre. This district includes other uses that are typically found in a multi-170
family residential neighborhood of this density for the purpose of serving the neighborhood. Uses are 171
intended to be compatible with the existing scale and intensity of the neighborhood. The standards for the 172
district are intended to provide for safe and comfortable places to live and play, promote sustainable and 173
compatible development patterns and to preserve the existing character of the neighborhood. 174
B. Uses: Uses in the RMF-35 Moderate Density Multi-Family Residential District, as specified in 175
section 21A.33.020, "Table Of Permitted And Conditional Uses For Residential Districts", of this title, 176
are permitted subject to the general provisions set forth in section 21A.24.010 of this chapter and this 177
section. 178
C. Minimum Lot Area And Lot Width: The minimum lot areas and lot widths required in this district 179
are as follows: 180
Land Use Minimum Lot Area Minimum Lot Width
Multi-family dwellings (3 through 11 units) 9,000 square feet1 80 feet
Multi-family dwellings (12 or more units) 26,000 square feet1 80 feet
Municipal service uses, including City utility uses No minimum No minimum
Natural open space and conservation areas, public No minimum No minimum
Public pedestrian pathways, trails and greenways No minimum No minimum
Public/private utility transmission wires, lines, No minimum No minimum
Single-family attached dwellings (3 or more) 3,000 square feet per unit Interior: 22 feet
Corner: 32 feet
Single-family detached dwellings 5,000 square feet 50 feet
Interior Side Yard
Minimum:
When the interior side yard abuts an R-1, R-
the side lot line, the minimum is 10 feet unless a street or alley separates the
Rear Yard
Minimum:
When the rear yard abuts an R-1, R-
lot line, the minimum is 15 feet unless a street or alley separates the
Minimum:
Open Space Area Minimum: 15% of the lot area shall be common or private open space
Landscape Buffers
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Utility substations and buildings 5,000 square feet 50 feet
Other permitted or conditional uses as listed in 5,000 square feet 50 feet
Qualifying provisions: 181
1. 9,000 square feet for 3 units, plus 2,000 square feet for each additional dwelling unit up to and 182
including 11 units. 26,000 square feet for 12 units, plus 1,000 square feet for each additional dwelling unit 183
up to 1 acre. For developments greater than 1 acre, 1,500 square feet for each dwelling unit is required. 184
D. Maximum Building Height: The maximum building height permitted in this district is thirty five 185
feet (35'). 186
E. Minimum Yard Requirements: 187
1. Front Yard: Twenty feet (20'). 188
2. Corner Side Yard: Ten feet (10'). 189
3. Interior Side Yard: 190
a. Single-family detached and two-family dwellings: 191
(1) Interior lots: Four feet (4') on one side and ten feet (10') on the other. 192
(2) Corner lots: Four feet (4'). 193
b. Single-family attached: No yard is required, however, if one is provided it shall not be less than 194
four feet (4'). 195
c. Twin home dwelling: No yard is required along one side lot line while a ten foot (10') yard is 196
required on the other. 197
d. Multi-family dwellings: 198
(1) Interior lots: Side yard shall be at least ten feet (10'). 199
e. All other permitted and conditional uses: Ten feet (10') on each side. 200
4. Rear Yard: Twenty five percent (25%) of the lot depth, but not less than twenty feet (20') and need 201
not exceed twenty five feet (25'). 202
5. Accessory Buildings And Structures In Yards: Accessory buildings and structures may be located 203
in a required yard subject to section 21A.36.020, table 21A.36.020B, "Obstructions In Required Yards", 204
of this title. 205
6. Existing Yards: For buildings legally existing on April 12, 1995, the required yard shall be no 206
greater than the established setback line of the existing building. 207
F. Required Landscape Yards: The front yard, corner side and, for interior multi-family lots, one of the 208
interior side yards shall be maintained as landscape yards. 209
G. Maximum Building Coverage: 210
1. Single-Family Detached: The surface coverage of all principal and accessory buildings shall not 211
exceed forty five percent (45%) of the lot area. 212
2. Single-Family Attached Dwellings: The surface coverage of all principal and accessory buildings 213
shall not exceed sixty percent (60%) of the lot area. 214
3. Two-Family And Twin Home Dwellings: The surface coverage of all principal and accessory 215
buildings shall not exceed fifty percent (50%) of the lot area. 216
4. Multi-Family Dwellings: The surface coverage of all principal and accessory buildings shall not 217
exceed sixty percent (60%) of the lot area. 218
5. Existing Dwellings: For dwellings existing on April 12, 1995, the coverage of such existing 219
buildings shall be considered legally conforming. 220
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6. Nonresidential Land Uses: The surface coverage of all principal and accessory buildings shall not 221
exceed sixty percent (60%) of the lot area. 222
H. Landscape Buffers: Where a lot abuts a lot in a single-family or two-family residential district, a 223
landscape buffer shall be provided in accordance with chapter 21A.48 of this title. (Ord. 56-24, 2024: 224
Ord. 46-17, 2017: Ord. 66-13, 2013: Ord. 12-11, 2011: Ord. 62-09 §§ 6, 9, 2009: Ord. 61-09 § 7, 2009: 225
Ord. 35-99 §§ 18, 19, 1999: Ord. 26-95 § 2(12-12), 1995) 226
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2. Amends Chapter 21A.24.140 as follows: 228
21A.24.140: Reserved RMF-45 MODERATE/HIGH DENSITY MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL 229
DISTRICT 230
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A. Purpose Statement: The purpose of the RMF-45 Moderate/High Density Multi-Family Residential 232
District is to provide an environment suitable for multi-family dwellings of a moderate/high density with 233
a maximum building height of forty five feet (45'). This district is appropriate in areas where the 234
applicable Master Plan policies recommend a density of less than forty three (43) dwelling units per acre. 235
This district includes other uses that are typically found in a multi-family residential neighborhood of this 236
density for the purpose of serving the neighborhood. Such uses are designed to be compatible with the 237
existing scale and intensity of the neighborhood. The standards for the district are intended to provide for 238
safe and comfortable places to live and play, promote sustainable and compatible development patterns 239
and to preserve the existing character of the neighborhood. 240
241
B. Uses: Uses in the RMF-45 Moderate/High Density Multi-Family Residential District, as specified 242
in section 21A.33.020, "Table Of Permitted And Conditional Uses For Residential Districts", of this title, 243
are permitted subject to the general provisions set forth in section 21A.24.010 of this chapter and this 244
section. 245
246
C. Minimum Lot Area And Lot Width: The minimum lot areas and lot widths required in this district 247
are as follows: 248
249
Land Use Minimum Lot Area
Land Use Minimum Lot Area
Multi-family dwellings (3 to 14 units) 9,000 square feet1 80 feet
Multi-family dwellings (15 or more) 21,000 square feet1 80 feet
No minimum No minimum
No minimum No minimum
Places of worship less than 4 acres in size 12,000 square feet 140 feet
Public pedestrian pathways, trails and greenways No minimum No minimum
No minimum No minimum
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Single-family attached dwellings 3,000 square feet
per unit
Interior: 22 feet
Corner: 32 feet
Single-family detached dwellings 5,000 square feet 50 feet
Utility substations and buildings 5,000 square feet 50 feet
10,000 square feet 80 feet
Qualifying provisions: 250
1. 9,000 square feet for 3 units, plus 1,000 square feet for each additional dwelling unit up to and 251
including 14 units. 21,000 square feet for 15 units, plus 800 square feet for each additional dwelling unit 252
up to 1 acre. For developments greater than 1 acre, 1,000 square feet for each dwelling unit is required. 253
254
D. Maximum Building Height: The maximum building height permitted in this district is forty five feet 255
(45'). 256
E. Minimum Yard Requirements: 257
1. Front Yard: Twenty percent (20%) of lot depth, but need not exceed twenty five feet (25'). For 258
buildings legally existing on April 12, 1995, the required front yard shall be no greater than the existing 259
yard. 260
2. Corner Side Yard: 261
a. Single-family attached dwellings: Ten feet (10'). 262
b. Multi-family dwellings: Twenty feet (20'). 263
c. All other permitted and conditional uses: Twenty feet (20'). 264
3. Interior Side Yard: 265
a. Single-family attached dwelling: No yard is required, however if one is provided it shall not be 266
less than four feet (4'). 267
b. Multi-family dwellings: The minimum yard shall be eight feet (8'); provided, that no principal 268
building is erected within ten feet (10') of a building on an abutting lot. 269
c. All other permitted and conditional uses: Ten feet (10') on each side. 270
4. Rear Yard: The rear yard shall be twenty five percent (25%) of the lot depth, but need not exceed 271
thirty feet (30'). 272
5. Accessory Buildings And Structures In Yards: Accessory buildings and structures may be located 273
in a required yard subject to section 21A.36.020, table 21A.36.020B, "Obstructions In Required Yards", 274
of this title. 275
F. Required Landscape Yards: The front yard, corner side and, for interior lots, one of the interior side 276
yards shall be maintained as a landscape yard except that single-family attached dwellings, no interior 277
side yard shall be required. 278
G. Maximum Building Coverage: The surface coverage of all principal and accessory buildings shall 279
not exceed sixty percent (60%) of the lot area. 280
H. Landscape Buffers: Where a lot abuts a lot in a single-family or two-family residential district, a 281
landscape buffer shall be provided in accordance with chapter 21A.48, "Landscaping And Buffers", of 282
this title. 283
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Project Title: RMF 35 and RMF 45 Consolidation: Chapter
21A.24.130 Moderate Density Multi-Family
Residential 45 Districts
Petition No.: PLNPC2024-01388
Version: 1
Date Prepared: July 16, 2025
Planning Commission Action: Recommended May 14, 2025
This proposed ordinance makes the following amendments (for summary purposes only):
• Amends 21A.37.060 so that design standard requirements in residential districts are separated by
building type.
• Amends 21A.37.060 to update design standards for the RMF-35 and RMF-45 districts.
Underlined text is new; text with strikethrough is proposed to be deleted. Modifications made as part of
the Planning Commission recommendation are highlighted in yellow. All other text is existing with no
proposed change.
1. Amends Chapter 21A.37.060 as follows: 1
21A.37.060: DESIGN STANDARDS REQUIRED IN EACH ZONING DISTRICT: 2
This section identifies each design standard and to which zoning districts the standard applies. If a box is 3
checked (X) or noted with a dimension, that standard is required. If a box is blank, it is not required. If a 4
specific dimension or detail of a design standard differs among zoning districts or differs from the 5
definition, it will be indicated within the box. In cases when a dimension in this table conflicts with a 6
dimension in the definition, the dimensions listed in the table shall take precedence. 7
Table 21A.37.060 8
A. Residential Districts 9
1. Standards for Single-family, Urban House, Two-family, and Cottage Development Building 10
Forms: 11
APPROVED AS TO FORM
Salt Lake City Attorney’s Office
Date: _7/16/25__________________
By: ____________________________
Courtney Lords, Senior City Attorney
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12
2. Standards for Row House Building Form 13
14
3. Standards for Multi-Family Building Form 15
3
16
4. Standards for all Other Building Forms 17
A. Residential Districts: 18
Standard District
4
(Code Section) RMF-
30
RMF-
35
RMF-
45
RMF-
75
FB-UN1
Ground floor use (%)
(21A.37.050 A1)
Building materials: ground floor
(%) (21A.37.050 B3)
50
Building materials: upper floors
(%) (21A.37.050 B4)
50
Glass: ground floor (%)
(21A.37.050 C1)
20
Glass: upper floors (%)
(21A.37.050 C2)
15
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.37.050F)
Upper floor step back (feet)
(21A.37.050)
Lighting: exterior (21A.37.050H)
Lighting: parking lot
(21A.37.050I)
Screening of mechanical
equipment (21A.37.050J)
X
Screening of service areas
(21A.37.050K)
X
Parking garages or structures
(21A.37.050M)
19
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Project Title: RMF 35 and RMF 45 Consolidation: Chapter
21A Assorted References
Petition No.: PLNPCM2024-01388
Version: 1
Date Prepared: July 16, 2025
Planning Commission Action: Recommended May 14, 2025
This proposed ordinance makes the following amendments (for summary purposes only):
1. Amends the titles found in the table of contents of 21A.24 to reflect the change moving the RMF-35
and RMF-45 zoning districts in a single chapter.
2. Amends Chapter 21A.22.010 to reflect the change moving the RMF-35 and RMF-45 zoning districts
in a single chapter.
3. Amends Chapter 21A.33.020 to update permitted and conditional land uses in both the RMF-35 and
RMF-45 zoning districts.
4. Amends Chapter 21A.34.020.M.2 to update section references.
5. Amends Table 21A.40.090 to update section references.
6. Amends Chapter 21A.44.060.A to update section references.
7. Amends Chapter 21A.44.080.B to update section references.
8. Amends Chapter 21A.52.050.G.2 to update section references.
9. Amends Chapter 21A.52.050.H.2 to update section references.
10. Amends Chapter 21A.52.060.A.4.c to update section references.
11. Amends Chapter 21A.52.060.B.4.c to update section references.
12. Amends 21A.55.020.B.4.a to eliminate the lot area limits for waiving density requirements to
converting nonconforming commercial properties in RMF districts through a Planned Development.
13. Amends Chapter 21A.55.060 to update section references to only include RMF-45 and reduce the
minimum required area for Planned Development.
Underlined text is new; text with strikethrough is proposed to be deleted. All other text is existing with no
proposed change.
1. Amends the titles found in the table of contents of 21A.24 as follows: 1
21A.24.130: RMF-35 and RMF-45 Moderate Density Multi-Family Residential Districts 2
21A.24.140: RMF-45 Moderate/High Density Multi-Family Residential District 3
2. Amends Chapter 21A.22.010 as follows: 4
21A.22.010: Zoning Districts 5
In order to carry out the purposes of this title, Salt Lake City is divided into the following zoning 6
districts: 7
Section Reference District Name
21A.24.130 RMF-35 and RMF-45 Moderate Density Multi-
Family Residential Districts
APPROVED AS TO FORM
Salt Lake City Attorney’s Office
Date: __7/16/25__________________
By: ____________________________
Courtney Lords, Senior City Attorney
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21A.24.140 RMF-45 Moderate/High Density Multi-Family
Residential District
3. Amends Chapter 21A.33.020, modifying only the RMF-35 and RMF-45 columns, as follows: 8
21A.33.020: TABLE OF PERMITTED AND CONDITIONAL USES FOR 9
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS: 10
Use
Permitted And Conditional
Uses By District
Accessory use, except those that are otherwise specifically regulated
elsewhere in this title P P
Adaptive reuse for additional uses in eligible buildings C3 C3
Affordable housing incentives development P P
Community garden P P
Community recreation center C C
Daycare center, adult P CP
Daycare center, child P P
Dwelling, assisted living facility (large) CP P
Dwelling, assisted living facility (limited capacity) P P
Dwelling, assisted living facility (small) P P
Dwelling, congregate care facility (large) CP CP
Dwelling, congregate care facility (small) P P
Dwelling; dormitory, fraternity, sorority
Dwelling, group home (large) CP CP
Dwelling, group home (small) P P
Dwelling, manufactured home P P
Dwelling, multi- family P P
Dwelling, residential support (large) P CP
Dwelling, residential support (small) CP CP
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Dwelling, rooming (boarding) house P CP
Dwelling, single- family (attached) P P
Dwelling, twin home P P
Governmental facility C C
Home occupation P1 P1
Municipal service use, including City utility use and police and fire station C C
Nursing care facility P P
Office, excluding medical and dental clinic and office
Parking, off site
Parking, park and ride lot shared with existing use P6 P6
Place of worship on lots less than 4 acres in size C C
Plazas P P
School, seminary and religious institute C C
Utility, building or structure P5 P5
Qualifying provisions: 11
1. Subject to section 21A.36.030 of this title. 12
2. Provided that no more than 2 two-family buildings are located adjacent to one another and no 13
more than 3 such dwellings are located along the same block face (within subdivisions approved 14
after April 12, 1995). 15
3. Subject to conformance with the provisions of subsection 21A.52.060.A. 16
4. Subject to conformance with the provisions of section 21A.36.150 of this title. 17
5. See subsection 21A.02.050B of this title for utility regulations. 18
6. Prohibited when it includes the demolition of a dwelling unit. 19
4. Amends Chapter 21A.34.020.M.2.a as follows: 20
21A.34.020: H HISTORIC PRESERVATION OVERLAY DISTRICT: 21
M. Reconstruction 22
2. Modifications authorized: The following modifications are authorized for reconstruction 23
in accordance with this Subsection: 24
a. Density: The qualifying provisions for density found in the minimum lot area and lot 25
width tables of the zoning district do not apply to the proposed reconstruction, and in 26
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the RMF-30, RMF-35, and RMF-45 zoning districts, the minimum lot size per 27
dwelling unit does not apply. 28
5. Amends Table 21A.40.090, modifying only the RMF-35 and RMF-45 rows, as follows: 29
TABLE 21A.40.090 30
WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES 31
Notes: 32
P =Permitted use C =Conditional use 33
1. Allowed as a permitted use on a residential building consisting of 4 or more attached dwelling 34
units and on nonresidential buildings. Zoning Administrator approval is required to assure 35
compliance to subsection EC2a of this section. 36
6. Amends the headings in Table 21A.44.040 -A. Other than identified below, there are no 37
other changes to the table. 38
TABLE 21A.44.040-A: MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM OFF STREET PARKING:
DU= dwelling unit sq. ft.= square feet
Land Use
Parking
General Context Transit Context
and MU-11 located
fixed- rail transit;
Aall
not listed in
and MU-11 located
between ½ mile and
¾ mile from fixed-
rail transit; SR-3,
FB-UN1, MU-2, MU-
-5, MU-6, MU-
8, and MU-11
mile and ¼ mile
from fixed-rail
transit; D-2
MU-5, MU-6, MU-
8, and MU-11
located within ¼
mile of fixed-rail
transit; D-1, D-3,
D-4, G-MU, UI
Wall
Mount3
Roof
Mount
Antennas And
Antenna Support
Structure Less Than 2'
3
Antennas And Antenna
Support Structure
Greater Than 2' Wide3
Lattice
Tower Stealth
Height
Limit But
Not To
Is Less)
Exceeding
The
Height
Limit Of
The Zone
Up To 30
Height
Limit But
Not To
Is Less)
The
Height
Limit Of
The Zone
Up To 30
RMF-35 P1
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Distance to fixed-rail transit shall be measured radially in a straight line from
the closest point of the subject property line to the closest point of a fixed-rail
transit station platform
7. Amends headings in Table 21A.44.040-C. Other than identified below, there are no other 39
changes to the table. 40
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 Transit Context
MU-11 located more
than ¾ mile to fixed-
transit; Aall zoning
districts not listed in
MU-11 located between
½ mile and ¾ mile from
fixed-rail transit; SR-3,
FB-UN1, MU-2, MU-3,
8, and MU-11
located between ½
mile and ¼ mile
from fixed- rail
MU-5, MU-6, MU-8,
and MU-11 located
within ¼ mile of fixed-
rail transit; D-1, D-3,
D-4, G-MU, UI
8. Amends Chapter 21A.52.050.G.2 as follows: 41
2. RMF-30, RMF-35, RMF-45 and RMF-75 zoning districts: The qualifying provisions for density 42
found in the minimum lot area and lot width tables for the RMF-30, RMF-35, and RMF-45, and 43
RMF-75 zoning districts do not apply and in the RMF-30 zoning district, the minimum lot size 44
per dwelling unit does not apply, provided the affordability requirements for Type B in Table 45
21A.52.050.G are met. 46
2. RMF-30, RMF-35, RMF-45 and RMF-75 zoning districts: In the RMF-30, RMF-35, and RMF-45 47
zoning districts, the minimum lot size per dwelling unit does not apply, and in the RMF-75 48
zoning district, the qualifying provisions for density found in the minimum lot area and lot width 49
table do not apply, provided the affordability requirements for Type B in Table 21A.52.050.G are 50
met. 51
9. Amends Chapter 21A.52.050.H.2 as follows: 52
2. Within the RMF-30, RMF-35, RMF-45, and RMF-75 zoning districts the following provisions 53
shall apply: 54
a. Unit Mix: No more than 25% of the units in the development shall be less than 500 square 55
feet to promote a mix of unit sizes. 56
b. Parking: Unless there is a lesser parking requirement in Chapter 21A.44, only one half (0.5) 57
of an off-street parking space per unit is required in multifamily developments with less than 58
10 units. 59
c. Yards: The minimum required yards shall apply to the perimeter of the development and not 60
to the individual principal buildings within the development. 61
d. Lot width: Minimum lot width requirements do not apply. 62
10. Amends Subsection 21A.52.060.A.4.c as follows: 63
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c. Minimum Lot Area and Lot Width: Minimum lot area and lot width requirements of the 64
zoning district do not apply for the adaptive reuse in all zoning districts. In the RMF-30, 65
RMF-35, and RMF-45 zoning districts, the minimum lot size per dwelling unit does not 66
apply. 67
11. Amends Chapter 21A.52.060.B.4.c as follows: 68
c. Minimum Lot Area, Width, and Coverage: 69
(1) The minimum lot width for the land use found in the minimum lot area and lot width 70
tables of the zoning district does not apply. 71
(2) The minimum lot area for the land use found in the minimum lot area and lot width 72
tables of the zoning district only applies for the following zoning districts: FR-1, FR-2, 73
FR-3, R -1/12,000, R-1/7,000 and R-1/5,000. 74
(3) RMF-30, RMF-35, and RMF-45 zoning districts: The minimum lot size per dwelling 75
unit does not apply. 76
(4) Lot coverage may be calculated for the overall development area not the individual lot 77
or parcel within the development area. 78
12. Amends 21A.55.020.B.4.a as follows: 79
a. Developments approved as a Planned Development in In the RMF zoning districts and on 80
lots 0.20 acres or more in size, developments that change a nonconforming commercial use 81
to a residential use that is allowed in the zoning district are exempt from the density 82
limitations of the that zoning district when approved as a planned development. 83
13. Amends Chapter 21A.55.060 as follows: 84
Table 21A.55.060 PLANNED DEVELOPMENTS 85
District Minimum Planned Development Size
Moderate Density Multi-
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