HomeMy WebLinkAboutTransmittal - 3/23/2026SALT LAKE CITY TRANSMITTAL
To:
Salt Lake City Council Chair
Submission Date:
03/19/2026
Date Sent to Council:
03/23/2026
From:
Department *
Community and Neighborhood
Employee Name:
Lindquist, Kelsey
E-mail
Kelsey.Lindquist@slc.gov
Department Director Signature
Director Signed Date
03/23/2026
Chief Administrator Officer's Signature
Chief Administrator Officer's Signed Date
03/23/2026
Subject:
Northwest Community Plan
Additional Staff Contact:
Cassie Younger cassie.younger@slc.gov
Presenters/Staff Table
Kelsey Lindquist, Cassie Younger and Nick Norris
Document Type
Ordinance
Budget Impact?
Yes
No
Recommendation:
Positive recommendation provided by Planning Commission
Background/Discussion
See first attachment for Background/Discussion
Public Hearing
Is there a City or State statutory requirement to hold a public hearing for this item?*
Yes
No
The City Council reserves the option to hold and notice for a public hearing pursuant to their practices for public engagement.
Does the City have a general practice to hold a public hearing for this item?*
Yes
No
Provide your perspective on the value of recommending a public hearing
Holding a public hearing is required on community plan updates.
Public Process
See Project Chronology. Project is live on ShapeSLC.
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BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: In August
of 2025, Mayor Erin Mendenhall initiated a
petition to complete a comprehensive update to
the Northwest Community Plan. The
Northwest Community Plan is a land-use plan
for the area generally located between I-15 and
the Salt Lake International Airport, with the
city boundary to the north and I-80 to the
south. The existing Northwest Community
Plan was originally adopted in 1992, making it
over 30 years old. The updated plan will
provide guidance on existing and anticipated
development in the Rose Park, Fairpark, Jordan
Meadows, Poplar Grove, and Westpointe
neighborhoods for the next 15 years. The Plan
also includes the North Temple Station Area
Plans for the four TRAX Stations within the
Plan area.
The updated Northwest Community Plan is
shaped and structured to support the
overarching vision in Plan Salt Lake by
utilizing the plan’s 14 adopted guiding
principles. The plan applies the same structure,
including measurable targets, achievable
initiatives, and identified existing and
supported city policies. The following includes
the identified targets.
Neighborhoods
• Increase public safety.
• Increase the number of households living within a ½ mile or 15-minute walk of essential services.
• Balance per-capita investment in public infrastructure and services compared to citywide
averages.
• Increase amount of third spaces and community gathering areas.
Growth
• Increase the number of dwelling units that provide 3+ bedrooms.
• Increase the total land area that can be used for mixed-use development outside of the Power
District.
Housing
• Increase diversity of housing types for all income levels throughout the city.
Transportation & Mobility
• Increase the percentage of dwellings within a ¼ mile of a bus, transit stop or high comfort bike
facilities.
• Increase the percentage of funding to improve neighborhood connections and general
maintenance.
• Decrease number of pedestrian, bicycle, and auto accidents.
• Support the Transportation Division’s efforts related to curbside management for responsibly
accommodating both on-street parking and other evolving demands of the city’s curb space.
Air Quality
• Reduce emissions.
• Increase the number of actions to address the harmful impact of existing polluters.
Natural Environment
• Increase the urban tree canopy.
• Increase the linear feet of river restoration.
• Promote community investment in the Jordan River Parkway Trail and Folsom Trails.
Parks & Recreation
• Every household within the Northwest Community has access to a public park, trail, or open
green space within a ½ mile walk.
• Increase public safety and comfort for all users within park spaces so that all visitors feel safe and
comfortable, regardless of age, gender or ability.
• Expand the Jordan River Parkway Trail to Northpointe Area, specifically north of Center Street.
Beautiful City
• Increase efforts to activate the Jordan River Parkway Trail and Folsom Trails.
• Establish visually attractive and distinct gateways into the Northwest Community.
• Utilize placemaking art and signage to acknowledge the diverse identity and history of the
Northwest Community.
Preservation
• Increase the number of properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
• Ensure city-owned historic resources are actively maintained and preserved.
Arts & Culture
• Increase the total number of cultural community events celebrating the diversity in the Northwest
neighborhood.
• Increase public art in the Northwest Community.
Equity
• Improve access to healthy, fresh, and affordable food within the community.
• Ensure that zoning supports new medical facilities.
• Continue to support the implementation of Thriving in Place.
Economy
• Adopt zoning policies that promote the growth of small-scale neighborhood retail.
• Provide financial subsidies for businesses that can fill gaps in existing retail offerings.
• Continue to support Economic Development’s efforts as outlined in the North Temple Economic
Action Plan.
Government
• Increase number of residents participating in government process.
• More equitable responses to zoning enforcement and city maintenance.
Utah Water Smart (principle adopted in 2025)
• Update water supply and demand plans every five years to maintain an understanding of the
effect current development has on water demand and water infrastructure needs.
• Update zoning regulations to reduce water demand and per capita water use for future
development.
• Promote sustainable landscaping practices to reduce outdoor water use and stormwater runoff.
For detailed information on each initiative, please refer to the draft document.
Future Land Use Map
The Plan also includes the Future
Land Use Map, which will guide
future development in the area,
with six guiding principles to guide
land use decisions. The future land
use designations were formed
around community principles that
support the activation and
restoration of the Jordan River
Fairpark Trail and Folsom Trail,
encourage appropriately scaled
commercial and residential uses,
and offer buffers between high
intensity uses and residential
neighborhoods.
FLUM Guiding Principles:
1. Activate Jordan River
Parkway Trail & Folsom
Trails
2. Protect the Jordan River’s
Riparian Corridor
3. Encourage New Infill
Housing Development
4. Enhance & Activate
Identified Corridors as
Vibrant Areas
5. Utilize Moderate Density to Buffer Regional Mixed-Use
6. Encourage Appropriately Scaled Commercial Development Through the Community
The Future Land Use Map is separated into the following categories:
Residential:
• Low/Moderate Density Residential (1-20 dwelling units/generally up to 2 stories)
• Moderate Density Residential (20-40 dwelling units per acre/generally up to 3 stories)
• Moderate/High Density Residential (40-60 dwelling units per acre/up to 5 stories)
Mixed-Use:
• Neighborhood Mixed-Use Low Scale (generally up to 2 stories)
• Neighborhood Mixed-Use Medium Scale (generally up to 3 stories)
• Community Mixed-Use (generally up to 6 stories)
• Regional Mixed-Use (generally up to 9 stories)
• Urban Neighborhood Mixed-Use (generally up to 12 stories)
• Urban Core Mixed-Use (20+ stories)
Other Uses:
• Manufacturing and Industrial
• Institutional and Public Lands
• Parks & Open Space
Special Purpose:
• Agriculture
Station Area Plan Update
This Plan update includes the Station Area Plans for the four TRAX Stations within the Plan area:
• Jackson/Euclid Station
• Fairpark Station
• Power Staton
• 1940 West Station
The majority of growth within the Northwest Community is anticipated to be within the four station areas,
due to the development of the Power District. The station areas will support a mix of housing types and
sizes with a focus on home ownership, public infrastructure improvements, connections to public spaces,
activation of key stretches of the Jordan River, and continued support of existing local businesses.
Additionally, the SAP identifies existing constraints and opportunities within the project area. While there
are several unique constraints identified, including billboards, road width, State-owned land, lack of
connectivity and public safety; there are opportunities to improve many of these constraints.
The plan identifies objectives and key implementation strategies for the following: Future Land Use and
Development, Parks and Open Space, Access to Opportunity, and Transportation. The strategies include
but are not limited to: establishing funding priorities for housing development, completing park upgrades
identified in the 2022 voter-approved bond, enhancing pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, and
expanding access to transit options within station areas. The implementation of the SAP is independent
from the implementation process for the Northwest Community Plan.
Implementation
Implementing the Northwest Community Plan will require staff expertise, financial resources, time, and
coordinated efforts with the community. The matrix includes the targets under each initiative, which
mirror the same 14 initiatives within Plan Salt Lake, along with the resources needed and the baseline
metrics from which progress will be measured.
Post Planning Commission Edits
Staff edited an incorrect date of 2024 to 2023 for the adoption of the Northpoint Small Area Plan.
Additionally, staff changed the future land use designation of Low/Medium Residential to Low/Moderate
Residential. This designation was updated to be consistent with residential future land use designations of
ongoing plan updates.
PUBLIC PROCESS:
Existing Conditions Community Engagement
For access to the full existing conditions report, please see: Northwest Community Existing Conditions
• March 16, 2025 Existing Conditions presentation at Day Riverside Library.
• March 19, 2025 Existing Conditions presentation at Northwest Community Center.
• April 2, 2025 Existing Conditions presentation Rose Park Community Council.
• April 16, 2025 600/700 North Outreach event at Backman Elementary.
• May 8, 2026 River District Business Alliance Presentation.
• May 17, 2025 Public Engagement event at Rose Park Street Festival.
• May 22, 2025 Public Engagement event at Backman Elementary Career Day.
• May 31, 1025 Public Engagement event at Culture Coffee.
Draft Plan Community Engagement
• October 25, 2026 Community engagement at the Monster Block Party.
• October 28, 2025 Staff presented the Draft Plan at the Westside Coalition meeting.
• November 1, 2025 Community Engagement event at Culture Coffee.
• December 3, 2026 Staff held an open house of the plan at the Northwest Recreation
Center.
• December 4, 2025 Staff presented the Draft Plan at the Fairpark Community Council.
Planning Commission
• June 11, 2025 Planning Commission briefing on the existing conditions and plan
update process.
•January 15, 2026 Planning Commission Agenda posted to the Planning Commission
website and the State of Utah Public Notice webpage. Public
hearing posted on City and State websites; distributed via Planning
Division list serve.
•January 23, 2026 Planning Commission Staff Report was posted.
•January 28, 2026 Planning Commission held a public hearing and tabled the item,
requesting minor changes.
•February 25, 2026 Planning Commission made a recommendation of approval to the
City Council.
For access to the full public engagement summary, please see: Northwest Community Plan Engagement
Report
Planning Commission (PC) Records
a)PC Agenda of January 28, 2026
b)PC Minutes of January 28, 2026
c)Planning Commission Staff Report of January 28, 2026
d)PC Agenda of February 25, 2026
e)PC Minutes of PC Agenda of February 25, 2026
f)Planning Commission Staff Report of February 25, 2026
EXHIBITS:
1)Ordinance2)Project Chronology3)Notice of City Council Public Hearing4)Mayor Initiation Memo5)Public Comment Received after the Planning Commission Staff Report was Published
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SALT LAKE CITY ORDINANCE
No. _____ of 2026
(Adopting the Northwest Community Plan)
An ordinance adopting the Northwest Community Plan as part of Salt Lake City’s
general plan.
WHEREAS, the Salt Lake City Planning Commission (“Planning Commission”) held a
hearing on February 25, 2026, on a petition by Mayor Erin Mendenhall to adopt an update to the
Northwest Community Plan as a geographically specific part of Salt Lake City’s general plan as
governed by Part 4 of Utah Code Chapter 10-20; and
WHEREAS, at its February 25, 2026, meeting, the Planning Commission voted in favor
of forwarding a positive recommendation to the Salt Lake City Council (“City Council”) on said
petition; and
WHEREAS, after holding 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:
SECTION 1. Adopting the Northwest Community Plan. That the Northwest
Community Plan provided in Exhibit “A” attached hereto is adopted as part of Salt Lake City’s
general plan as governed by Part 4 of Utah Code Chapter 10-20. Upon adoption, this plan shall
replace and supersede the Northwest Master Plan adopted in 1992, the North Temple Boulevard
Plan adopted in 2010 and the Rose Park Small Area Plan adopted in 2001. Only the identified
policies in the Northwest Community Plan supersede the Northpoint Plan adopted in 2023.
SECTION 2. Effective Date. This ordinance shall become effective on the date of its
first publication.
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Passed by the City Council of Salt Lake City, Utah this _______ day of
______________, 2026.
______________________________
Alejandro Puy, Council Chair
ATTEST:
______________________________
Keith Reynolds, City Recorder
Transmitted to Mayor on _______________________.
Mayor's Action: _______Approved. _______Vetoed.
______________________________
Erin Mendenhall, Mayor
______________________________
Keith Reynolds, City Recorder
(SEAL)
Bill No. ________ of 2026.
Published: ______________.
Ordinance adopting the Northwest Community Plan
APPROVED AS TO FORM
Salt Lake City Attorney’s Office
Date:___March 18, 2026__________________
By: ___________________________________
Katherine D. Pasker, Senior City Attorney
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EXHIBIT “A”
Northwest Community Plan
PLANNING DIVISION SLC.GOV/PLANNING
NORTHWEST COMMUNITY PLAN
NORTHWEST COMMUNITY PLAN BOUNDARIES
PLANNING DIVISION SLC.GOV/PLANNING
NORTHWEST COMMUNITY PLAN
CONTENTS
VISION 7
INTRODUCTION 8
GUIDING PRINCIPLES 17
NEIGHBORHOODS 18
GROWTH 22
HOUSING 24
TRANSPORTATION & MOBILITY 26
AIR QUALITY 28
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT 32
PARKS & RECREATION 36
BEAUTIFUL CITY 40
PRESERVATION 42
ARTS & CULTURE 44
EQUITY 48
ECONOMY 52
GOVERNMENT 58
WATER SMART UTAH 60
NORTH TEMPLE STATION AREA PLAN 62
NORTHWEST COMMUNITY
FUTURE LAND USE MAP 86
IMPLEMENTATION MATRIX 116
PROJECT TEAM
Nick Norris, Planning Director
Michaela Bell, Deputy Planning Director
Kelsey Lindquist, Planning Manager
Cassie Younger, Senior Planner
Amanda Roman, Urban Designer
Alicia Seeley, Principal Planner
Grant Amann, Principal Planner
Olivia Cvetko, Principal Planner
Seth Rios, Principal Planner
Jennifer Lopez, Intern
Brian Maya, Graphic Design Specialist
Comfortable utilizing the bike,
vehicle and pedestrian network
throughout the community
Connected to
Downtown Salt
Lake City through
an improved
transportation
network
Highlighting
community assets
and neighborhood
continuity through
placemaking
The home to a
diverse mix of
people, cultures
and businesses
that form the
community
Welcoming
new mixed-use
development &
neighborhood
business
establishments
Safe
public spaces,
including parks
and trails
Home to
neighborhood
commercial
amenities that
provide fresh and
healthy food
Home to new local
businesses along
key corridors in
the community and
regional businesses
along the North
Temple Boulevard
Accommodating
new housing
through small scale
infill development
within established
neighborhoods
V i S iON | 7
VISION
The plan outlines a bold forward-looking
vision for the Northwest Salt Lake City and
its community for the next 15 years.
The vision is rooted in a thorough understanding of the existing
conditions of the community, where the community envisions being,
and establishes a clear strategic framework for thoughtful decision
making to enable the shared vision. The Plan integrates existing
city policies, adopted departmental plans, and input gathered from
community residents, stakeholders, leaders, business owners, experts
and visitors – ensuring the vision is both collaborative and inclusive.
THE NORTHWEST
COMMUNITY
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The Northwest Community of Salt Lake City is
a diverse, vibrant, and welcoming community
where a shared sense of identity and values
work together to plan for the future.
The community is bound by I-80 to the south, I-15
to the east, area west of I-215, and the city limits
to the north. The previous community plan for the
Northwest was adopted in 1992. Since the adoption
of the plan, the North Temple Boulevard has
experienced extensive redevelopment, the Jordan
River Parkway Trail was established, and Trax was
completed all of which transformed the community.
The community encompasses the following
neighborhoods: Rose Park, Fairpark, Jordan Meadows,
Poplar Grove and Westpointe. Even though the
Northwest Community includes the boundaries of
the Westpointe Neighborhood, The Northpoint Small
Area Plan, adopted in 2023, will guide the distinct
vision and future development of that specific area.
OVERVIEW AND PURPOSE
This document is intended to support Salt Lake City’s overarching
vision established in Plan Salt Lake while also tailoring policies
for the unique characteristics of the Northwest Community.
The purpose of the Northwest Plan is to:
°Establish and articulate a clear vision for the Northwest Community
°identify the commonly held values of the community
°Establish a framework to implement the vision set out in the plan
°Set targets and identify metrics to help measure
our success over the next 15 years
RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER PLANS
PLAN SALT LAKE & THE NORTHWEST PLAN
Plan Salt Lake sets a citywide Vision for Salt Lake City for the next 15
years, 2040. it considers where we are as a city, where we want to be,
and establishes the framework for decision making that will get us there.
The Plan is based on existing city policies and input gathered
from thousands of people including city residents, leaders,
business owners, and visitors. The Plan sets the stage for
future neighborhood, community, and city element plans to
address how they will each contribute to the 2040 Vision.
The consolidated framework includes 14 Guiding Principles.
INTRODUCTION PLAN SALT LAKE | GUIDING PRINCIPLES
A welcoming community that
celebrates the diversity of the
Northwest and ensures access
to amenities for all residents.
11
A local economy that fosters
entrepreneurship, supports small
businesses, and promotes lively
neighborhood commercial nodes.
12
A local government that is
collaborative, responsive,
and equitable.
13
The Northwest Community
should conserve water-use in
order to ensure sustainable water
levels for future generations.
14
Neighborhoods that provide a
safe environment, opportunity
for social interaction, and
services needed for the wellbeing
of the community therein.
1
Growing responsibly, while
providing people with choices
about where they live, how they
live, and how they get around.
2
Access to a wide variety of housing
types for all income levels throughout
the city, providing the basic human
need for safety and responding
to changing demographics.
3
A transportation and mobility
network that is safe, accessible,
reliable, affordable, and sustainable,
providing real choices and
connecting people with places.
4
Minimize our impact on the
natural environment.
6
Vibrant, diverse, and accessible
artistic and cultural resources
that showcase the community’s
long-standing commitment to
a strong creative culture.
10
A beautiful city that is people-focused.8
Maintaining places that provide
a foundation for the Northwest
neighborhood to affirm our past.
9
Protecting the natural
environment while providing
access and opportunities to
recreate and enjoy nature.
7
Air that is healthy and clean.5
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USING THE COMMUNITY PLAN
The Northwest Community Plan is intended to provide
guidance and direction to both the public and private
sectors for achieving the community’s long-term
vision. Implementation is a shared responsibility
— no single entity can achieve the vision alone.
The public sector establishes the framework by adopting
development regulations and making targeted public investments
that help fulfill the vision. These actions are intended to
encourage private investment and partnerships that further
the community’s goals. Regulatory and financial tools should
reinforce private efforts that advance the plan’s vision.
The goals and policies in this plan are designed to work together
toward a shared vision. However, in practice, some goals and
policies may occasionally compete or require trade-offs. The pursuit
of one objective may limit progress toward another. For example,
policies that promote tree planting and landscaping to improve
air quality and reduce urban heat may increase short-term water
demand, even as other policies encourage water conservation.
Such trade-offs are an inherent part of community planning.
When implementing this plan, decision-makers must balance
these competing goals, recognizing that not all objectives can
be fully achieved in every situation. Depending on the context,
certain goals or policies may carry greater weight or urgency.
READER’S GUIDE
WHAT IS A COMMUNITY PLAN?
Using the guiding principles within Plan Salt Lake,
this community plan includes specific targets,
initiatives, policies, and a future land use map that
will serve as a roadmap for land use decisions and
community development over the next decade.
The Northwest Community Plan is an official plan of the city. This plan
is intended to provide direction to policy makers, residents, property
owners, designers, planners, business owners and leaders. The plan is
not a law or land use code. it is a vision for how a community should
look, feel, and function in the future.
The targets and initiatives in the plan provide high level guidance
on how to achieve the community vision. Ultimately, the vision
comes to fruition through adopted land use codes, public and
private development projects, and City implementation programs.
Each Guiding Principle within the plan is supported by
initiatives that add detail and depth to the overall vision.
This framework provides the foundation for community-
level plans, including the Northwest Community Plan.
This Community Plan defines the Northwest’s role
in advancing the citywide vision and includes
the following key components:
A VISION DESCRIBING WHERE WE WANT TO GO
The Vision describes the desired future for the
community. It reflects shared values and outlines a
direction for accommodating future growth.
A ROAD MAP OF HOW WE WILL GET THERE
°Policies express established City goals and ongoing programs
that support the community’s desired outcomes.
°Initiatives identify specific actions to help realize the vision.
°The Future Land Use Map (see page 84) illustrates the
intended distribution of land uses in the community.
TOOLS FOR EVALUATING OUR PROGRESS OVER TIME
Targets identify measurable outcomes that indicate
progress toward achieving the vision.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE NORTHPOINT SMALL
AREA PLAN AND THE NORTHWEST COMMUNITY PLAN
The Northpoint Small Area Plan is within the boundaries of the
Northwest Community Plan. The Northpoint Small Area Plan's
Policies, Development Standards, and Future Land Use Map
will take precedence over development in this community.
Specifics regarding existing conditions of the Northpoint Community
are detailed in the adopted plan. The specific targets, policies
and initiatives addressing riparian areas, air quality, natural
environment, public lands, trails and water conservation, found
in this plan update also apply to the Northpoint area. For specific
direction on Northpoint, please refer to the adopted plan.
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18 %
OPEN SPACE
& PUBLIC LAND
2.6 %
BUSINESS PARK
12 %
MIXED-USE (MU)
29.2 %
MANUFACTURING
COMMUNITY PROFILE
As part of the development of this community
plan, the Northwest Community planning team
completed a comprehensive Existing Conditions
Report that provides a detailed study of the
demographic, land use, transportation, utility, and
natural conditions of the Northwest Community.
The data in the report will be used as a baseline
for measuring the implementation of this
community plan. The following is a brief overview
of the existing conditions in the Northwest.
NORTHWEST COMMUNITY
AT-A-GLANCE
The community is composed of
neighborhoods including Rose Park,
Fairpark, Westpointe, Jordan Meadows,
and a small portion of Poplar Grove, this
community provides residents with a balance
of urban living and natural open space.
Convenient access to downtown, the Salt
Lake City international Airport, and the Jordan
River makes the Northwest Community a
desirable location to live within Salt Lake
City. The area has a number of parks and
green spaces, and the State Fairgrounds
offer year-round entertainment.
63 %
POPULATION
THAT IS NON-WHITE
35% citywide
24 %
POPULATION OVER 25
WITH A BACHELOR’S
DEGREE OR HIGHER
51% citywide
3 PERSON
AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD SIZE
2 person citywide
$69,174
MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD
INCOME
$74,925 citywide
53 %
POPULATION 25 TO 64
YEARS OF AGE
56% citywide
35 %
RESIDENTIAL ZONES
2.8 %
JORDAN RIVER
FAIRPARK ZONE
44,776
RESIDENTS
About 20.5% of the
city’s population
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EXISTING
CONDITION
OUTREACH
EVENTS145
SURVEY
RESPONSES
6
STAKEHOLDER
INTERVIEWS
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COMMUNITY OUTREACH
SNAPSHOT
Salt Lake City appreciates the Northwest
Community residents and stakeholders
for their meaningful engagement and
input throughout the plan’s development,
shaping a shared vision that is ready to be
transformed into thoughtful growth.
From the Jordan River to the Power District,
future growth will respect the community’s
unique history and identity and continue
to be guided by the shared values of the
Northwest Community’s residents.
RESPONSES TO “WHAT DO YOU ENJOY THE MOST ABOUT
LIVING IN THE NORTHWEST COMMUNITY?"
ACCOMPLISHING
THE VISION
The Northwest Community Plan is broken down into fourteen
Guiding Principles, each with a set of Targets and initiatives that
provide more detail and depth to the vision. A matrix, found on
page 116, has been developed to help measure the progress of
this community plan.
01 / NEIGHBORHOODS
Neighborhoods that provide a safe
environment, opportunity for social
interaction, and services needed for the
wellbeing of the community therein.
02 / GROWTH
Growing responsibly, while providing people
with choices about where they live, how they
live, and how they get around.
03 / HOUSING
Access to a wide variety of housing types
for all income levels throughout the city,
providing the basic human need for safety
and responding to changing demographics.
04 / TRANSPORTATION & MOBILITY
A transportation and mobility network that
is safe, equitable, reliable, affordable, and
sustainable, providing real choices and
connecting people with places.
05 / AIR QUALITY
Air that is healthy and clean.
06 / NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
Minimize our impact on the
natural environment.
07 / PARKS & RECREATION
Protecting the natural environment while
providing access and opportunities to
recreate and enjoy nature.
08 / BEAUTIFUL CITY
A beautiful city that is people-focused.
09 / PRESERVATION
Maintaining places that provide a foundation
for the Northwest neighborhood to affirm
our past.
10 / ARTS & CULTURE
Vibrant, diverse, and accessible artistic
and cultural resources that showcase the
community’s long-standing commitment to a
strong creative culture.
11 / EQUITY
A welcoming community that celebrates
the diversity of the Northwest and ensures
access to amenities for all residents.
12 / ECONOMY
A local economy that fosters
entrepreneurship, supports small
businesses, and promotes lively
neighborhood commercial corridors.
13 / GOVERNMENT
A local government that is collaborative,
responsive, and equitable.
14 / UTAH WATER SMART
The Northwest Community should reduce
water-use in order to ensure sustainable
water levels for future generations.
15 / NORTH TEMPLE STATION
AREA PLAN
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
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GUIDING PRINCIPLE
Neighborhoods that provide a safe
environment, opportunity for social
interaction, and services needed for the
wellbeing of the community therein.
2040 TARGETS
1. Increase public safety.
2. Increase the number of households living
within a ½ mile or 15-minute walk of
essential services.
3. Balance per-capita investment in public
infrastructure and services compared to
citywide averages.
4. Increase amount of third spaces and
community gathering areas.
POLICIES
Ensure adequate funding is provided to
address infrastructure improvements that
can improve public safety.
The Northwest Community is
home to a rich cultural heritage,
multigenerational families, and
a strong sense of local pride.
Anchored by neighborhoods including Rose
Park, Fairpark, Westpointe, Jordan Meadows,
and a small portion of Poplar Grove, this
community provides residents with a balance
of urban living and natural open space.
As the area experiences new growth and
investment, this plan highlights initiatives that
preserve the community’s strengths while
addressing existing concerns about public
safety, infrastructure, and access to high-
quality amenities. During public outreach,
many residents voiced a concern for the
lack of safety in public spaces such as parks,
especially near the Jordan River Parkway Trail.
While a community plan cannot solve
all public safety challenges, it can play a
meaningful role by identifying physical safety
improvements. This may include enhanced
lighting, improved pedestrian crossings,
adequate sidewalks, and other public
investments. These measures create more
opportunities for residents to engage with
their neighbors, support local businesses,
and foster a stronger sense of community.
in 2025, fewer than half of Northwest
households live within a 15-minute walk
of amenities such as pharmacies (35.2%),
TRAX stops (40.9%), or libraries (37.4%).
These gaps not only affect daily convenience
but also limit health outcomes, mobility
options, and overall quality of life.
Closing these accessibility gaps will require
expanding the area zoned for commercial
and mixed-use development to enable
investment in neighborhood services and
walkable infrastructure to create a more
equitable and connected community.
Expanding opportunities for businesses
will help to create community gathering
places, which the community lacks due
to homogeneous residential zoning
throughout much of the neighborhood.
Expanding where small-scale businesses
may be located and removing zoning
barriers will improve access to services,
facilitate opportunities for neighbor
interactions, and provide neighborhood
amenities within walking distance.
INITIATIVES
Incentivize large-scale mixed-use
and multifamily developments to
provide public spaces that encourage
community gathering, such as plazas
and open space.
4
Prioritize under lit corridors,
neighborhoods and areas with
greatest public safety concerns
for improved street lighting.
2
Support the city’s public safety plan.1
Remove zoning barriers to establishing
small-scale retail and amenities
in residential zones that increase
access to essential services within
established neighborhoods.
3
Conduct a Capital Improvements
Equity Analysis that can help guide
the allocation of taxpayer dollars for
maximum community benefit.
5
NEIGHBORHOODS
NEiG H B O R H O O D S | 2 0
EXAMPLE
Los Angeles Capital Improvement
Equity Analysis
Los Angeles created a system to make
sure city spending is fairly distributed
across neighborhoods. Their analysis
scores potential Capital improvement
Projects on factors like income levels,
historic lack of investment, access to
transit, and environmental burden.
This helps the city prioritize
improvements (like better streets,
new parks, updated community
facilities) in neighborhoods that need
them the most. Each year, the city
shares a report so people can see
where money is going and why. This
approach helps close gaps between
neighborhoods and makes sure
everyone benefits from city projects.
WHAT ARE
“THIRD SPACES”?
“Third spaces” are places other
than home and work where people
can gather to socialize and build
community. Third spaces aim to be
inclusive and accessible, inviting of
social interaction, that are either free
or of low-cost to the user.
Examples are coffee shops, parks,
recreation centers, libraries,
churches, or bars.
ESSENTIAL SERVICES AND WALKABLE SLC
Walkable SLC is a data-driven mapping tool developed by SLC
Planning to better understand and visualize the city’s current
access to essential services that support a high quality of life.
The amenities assessed include:
°Bus Stops
°Childcare
°Grocery Stores
°Healthcare
°Hospitals
°Libraries
°Offices
°Parks
°Pharmacies
°Recreation
°Restaurants
°Retail
°Schools
°Trails
°TRAX Stops
G RO W T H | 2 3
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
Growing responsibly, while providing
people with choices about where they live,
how they live, and how they get around.
2040 TARGETS
1. Increase the number of dwelling units that
provide 3+ bedrooms.
2. Increase the total land area that can be used
for mixed-use development outside of the
Power District.
The Northwest Community
continues to experience increased
development pressure as the Salt
Lake Valley population grows.
The Northwest Community leads the city
in creating and preserving affordable
and attainable housing (see Existing
Conditions Report, Affordable Housing
section) , while walkability, access to
amenities, and protection of natural
spaces remain essential to supporting this
denser, more connected community.
Growth is primarily focused along existing
and planned transit corridors, helping
advance the city’s housing goals by offering
diverse housing options and creating
opportunities for vibrant neighborhood nodes.
Most future housing will be located near
transit, with some infill housing in existing
neighborhoods, and through redevelopment
of existing commercial properties.
This anticipated growth includes the recently
established Power District. The Power
District will provide high density housing
and extensive commercial development.
The Power District should be surrounded by
high density mixed-use zoning to ensure the
broader community and local businesses
can capitalize on new residents and visitors.
it's important to note that with any increase
in density, offsite utility improvements
may be required due to greater demands
on water, sewer, and storm drains.
The Northwest Plan supports
multigenerational, family-oriented housing
options within established residential
neighborhoods. Housing prices and land
costs make constructing new, single-family
homes challenging. Expanding housing
types to include small lots, detached homes,
duplexes, townhomes, and small apartment
buildings can help provide more housing.
Expanding housing options can help
create more family-sized units, maintain
the school aged children population,
expand homeownership opportunities,
and enable families and residents to
remain in their neighborhoods.
Modify zoning regulations to increase
a broader mix of housing types,
specifically 3+ bedrooms that are
available for rent or purchase.
1
Ensure the zoning near the Power
District permits a diverse mix of
housing, retail, and open space in
anticipation of population growth and
a high volume of daily visitors.
2
Encourage infill sites that support
mixed-use development.
3
Support Mixed-Use zoning
along corridors.
4
INITIATIVES
GROWTH
HO U S iNG | 2 5
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
Access to a wide variety of housing
types for all income levels throughout
the city, providing the basic human
need for safety and responding
to changing demographics.
2040 TARGETS
Increase diversity of housing types for
all income levels throughout the city.
POLICIES
1. Focus medium to high density housing
around transit and mixed-use corridors.
2. Support grant programs that provide
homeowners with funding to update and
retrofit their homes with essential life
safety measures.
3. Support a mix of appropriately scaled
housing types within residential
zoning districts.
Northwest neighborhoods
are home to a wide range of
households with families, renters,
first-time buyers, seniors, and
multigenerational residents.
As housing pressures intensify across the city,
the Northwest Community Plan responds
with a balanced approach by promoting
housing types that reflect community needs
while preserving housing accessibility,
cultural identity, and neighborhood scale.
Established neighborhoods are in need
of more family-sized homes to ensure
families can stay rooted in the community.
To address these needs, the plan supports
introducing gentle density options such as
duplexes, triplexes, and cottage housing
within existing neighborhoods to create a
more diverse housing stock while maintaining
the building scale and livability of the area.
According to the 2023 American
Community Survey, existing housing
stock in the Northwest is composed of
roughly 23% units with 1 or no bedroom,
54% units with 2-3 bedrooms, and 24%
units with 4 or more bedrooms.
This mix has likely shifted in recent
years due to an influx of studio and one-
bedroom apartments, especially along
and near the North Temple corridor. in
addition to the rise in housing units with
one or less bedrooms, the area contains
a significant concentration of affordable
housing compared to the rest of the city.
There are 21 affordable housing
developments in the plan area with three
others currently under construction,
totaling 3,206 affordable housing units.
The mixed-use zones along the North Temple
corridor should guide new development to
focus on high-quality design and walkable
public spaces, rather than simply maximizing
the number of dwelling units. These zoning
districts support mixed-use buildings that
contribute to the neighborhood’s identity
and connect with the surrounding streets
and transit, creating a corridor that serves
both current and future residents.
By expanding the range of housing
types, balancing affordability levels, and
ensuring new development enhances
neighborhood character, the Northwest
area can remain a community for residents
of all ages, incomes, and household sizes.
INITIATIVES
Support the policies and actions
outlined in Thriving in Place and
Housing SLC.
1
Establish a standardized system for
collecting housing-specific data across
all new developments.
2
Consider requiring or incentivizing
large housing developments seeking
Planning Division approval to provide
a percentage of homes with two or
more bedrooms and include family-
friendly design elements.
3
Remove zoning barriers and streamline
the permitting process for infill
housing development.
4
WHAT IS “GENTLE DENSITY”?
“Gentle density” refers to incremental types of density that fit the surrounding context of
the neighborhood in scale, size, and character. This could refer to smaller sized units such
as Accessory Dwelling Units, duplex, or triplexes, built as infill development on larger lots
or even in existing backyards.
This allows neighborhoods to adapt and expand while maintaining their own unique
charm and character. HOUSING
T R A N S P O R TATiON | 2 7
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
A transportation and mobility network
that is safe, equitable, reliable, affordable,
and sustainable, providing real choices
and connecting people with places.
2040 TARGETS
1. Increase the percentage of dwellings within
a ¼ mile of a bus, transit stop or high
comfort bike facilities.
2. Increase the percentage of funding to
improve neighborhood connections and
general maintenance.
3. Decrease number of pedestrian, bicycle, and
auto accidents.
4. Support the Transportation Division’s
efforts related to curbside management for
responsibly accommodating both on-street
parking and other evolving demands of the
city’s curb space.
Integrate first/last mile improvements
such as bike sharing and e-scooter
rentals near transit stops.
6The Northwest Community aims
to build on its transportation
strengths while addressing long-
standing challenges for a safer,
more connected, and sustainable
transportation network.
Key assets such as the Jordan River
Parkway Trail, Folsom Trail, the TRAX
Green Line, the surrounding freeway
network, 300 North cycle track, and
proximity to Salt Lake City international
Airport provide a strong foundation for
mobility, recreation, and regional access.
At the same time, the interstates, airport,
and rail lines bring challenges, such as
noise, air quality impacts, and limited
infrastructure for non-vehicular travel.
Transportation targets and initiatives
expand multimodal options, improve
safety, and ensure equitable access
across the Northwest Community.
These efforts enhance connectivity
to existing networks like the Jordan
River Parkway Trail, and prioritize
previously neglected elements such as
walkability and bicycle infrastructure.
An increase in frequency and coverage
of public transportation will enhance
reliability and build public trust,
leading to greater ridership.
Expansion of high comfort bike lanes, safer
pedestrian crossings, and reduced speed
limits will encourage sustainable modes
of transportation. By prioritizing equitable
access and sustainable mobility options, the
community will benefit from a more reliable,
efficient, and inclusive transportation
network that serves all users.
INITIATIVES
Implement Connect SLC, The Salt Lake
City Transportation Master Plan.
1
Increase density along existing transit
routes and prioritize transit-oriented
development when new routes
are added.
2
Promote ticket-as-fare program for
large events.
3
Support the Transportation Division's
ongoing city funding to increase
transit affordability.
4
Implement the Pedestrian & Bicycle
Master Plan (2015), and Street &
Intersection Typologies Design Guide,
including recommendations for high
comfort bicycle facilities.
5
Support expanding GREENbike
Stations throughout the plan area.
7
Support implementation of
recommendations from the SLC
West-East Connections Study.
8
Connect the Jordan River Parkway
Trail to the Folsom Trail.
9
Ensure safe pedestrian crossings across
North Temple and Redwood Rd.
10
Support road design adjustments that
improve the safety of all users.
11
Ensure any UDOT expansions include
improvements for all users and have
minimal impacts to existing residences
and businesses.
13
Perform analysis, community
engagement, and inter-departmental
collaboration to study potential
outcomes related to adding on-street
public parking, including possibly in
the center of roadways.
12
TRANSPORTATION
& MOBILITY
A iR QUA LiT Y | 2 9
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
Air that is healthy and clean.
2040 TARGETS
1. Reduce emissions.
2. Increase the number of actions to address
the harmful impact of existing polluters.
The Northwest plan area deals with
significantly more air pollution
than other neighborhoods in Salt
Lake City, particularly those on
the east side of I-15. Although
poor air quality is directly related
to pollutants caused by vehicle
and industry emissions from
across the entire city, the westside
deals with far more than their
fair share of the ill effects, which
lower the quality of life for those
who live, work, learn, and play
in the Northwest community.
Poor air quality lowers the quality of life
for those who live, work, learn, and play in
the Northwest Community. Poor air quality
is directly related to pollutants caused by
vehicle and industry emissions, not just on
the westside, but across the city.
Salt Lake City is working to minimize the
impacts of car emissions, reduce overall
greenhouse gas emissions, and incorporate
climate adaptation strategies into city
planning processes. The city also recognizes
that residents in the Northwest area have
fewer commuting options and generally
need to travel outside their community for
employment and daily needs.
By providing safe, sustainable alternatives
to driving, coupled with land use policies
that allow more businesses to locate in the
Northwest, Salt Lake City can reduce the need
for driving and create a more walkable and
bikeable community that meets residents’
everyday needs.
Salt Lake City is also committed to adopting
inclusive planning tools and policies that give
lower-income families and individuals more
options to live affordably in neighborhoods of
their choice, rather than being relegated only
to unhealthy areas.
Finally, the lack of tree canopy cover
exacerbates the disparity in air quality
between the Northwest/westside and other
Salt Lake City neighborhoods. Salt Lake City
not only needs to pay special attention to
increasing the number of street trees and
the overall canopy coverage in Northwest
neighborhoods, but should also explore
utilizing vegetation for green buffers that can
help mitigate impacts from pollutants.
When it comes to implementing air quality
solutions, addressing the needs of the most
vulnerable populations will create a cleaner
and healthier community for all Salt Lake
City residents.
Extend car-free transportation
options, particularly north of the North
Temple Boulevard.
1
Utilize local funding sources to provide
incentives to residents for clean
commuting, such as transit passes or
e-bike vouchers.
2
Increase the tree canopy through
landscaping requirements and
protections for mature shade trees to
help filter pollutants.
3
INITIATIVES
Reduce industrial and manufacturing
uses in the area to mitigate
harmful impacts, and/or support
transitioning M-1 to M-1A to emphasize
natural environment and buffers.
4
Implement increased land use buffers
along highways, major roadways
and between sensitive uses
and heavy polluters.
5
Allow for more housing density in
neighborhoods that are the most
protected from pollutants.
6
AIR QUALITY
A iR QU A LiT Y | 3 0
Allow more mixed-use and commercial
zoning in existing Northwest
neighborhoods to provide walkable
amenities for residents and reduce
travel distances for daily needs.
7
Support land use policies that
limit manufacturing uses within
the community.
8
Explore partnerships for tree canopy
growth on private property.
9
Support the remediation of brownfields
and hazardous sites as they transition
from manufacturing to other uses.
10
Support efforts that create a more
robust air quality monitoring network
in the area, including indoor air
quality monitoring.
11
Support existing programs to allow
residents to trade in gas-powered lawn
equipment for electric.
12
Ensure zoning regulations make it
easy to support and simplify the
installation of solar panels and other
clean energy sources.
13
Encourage fleet electrification,
particularly for businesses in the area.
14
Support efforts to increase the
adoption of electric bicycles and
electrified transit, including expanding
charging infrastructure in the area.
15
Support transition to clean
energy sources.
16
N AT U R A L EN V iRO N M E N T | 3 3
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
Minimize our impact on the
natural environment.
2040 TARGETS
1. Increase the urban tree canopy.
2. Increase linear feet of river restoration.
3. Promote community investment in
the Jordan River Parkway Trail and
Folsom Trails.
POLICIES
°Maintain the riparian corridor overlay to
ensure protection of our waterways.
°Support the removal of invasive species and
reintegration of native riparian vegetation
along the edge of the Jordan River.
°Incentivize new development to cluster
away from the Jordan River and encourage
restoration of the riparian corridor.
The natural environment is one of
the Northwest Community’s most
vital assets. The Jordan River and its
expansive trails system, along with
the impressive access to parks and
open space, shape daily life and
community identity.
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is the
longest paved urban trail in the United
States. it traverses the entire Northwest
neighborhood, offering users access to the
river with a beautiful view of the Wasatch
Mountain Range. It is a defining feature
of the Northwest neighborhood and an
asset that brings in visitors from other
neighborhoods and cities.
The Jordan River flows from Utah Lake to
the Great Salt Lake, making the Northwest
Community one of the most “downstream”
communities along the river. As a result, this
section of the river often suffers from litter,
pollution, and environmental degradation,
at no fault from this neighborhood. Still, the
Northwest Community bears the brunt of
the cleanup of the river.
Green infrastructure, riverbank restoration
projects, and community stewardship
should remain a priority in order to utilize
the river as an asset. Neighborhood
residents are proud of the beauty and
access the river provides but face constant
challenges on the trail.
Salt Lake City will collaborate with relevant
parties to promote stewardship programs
along the trail sections that the city
maintains. A stewardship program is an
effective way to encourage beautification
efforts. Stewardship responsibilities
include clean-up, weed removal, and
planting native species.
By involving interested residents, Salt Lake
City will foster a sense of civic investment,
empowering community members to take an
active role in caring for the Jordan River. it also
sets the goal of expanding restoration along
the Jordan River, increasing the total linear
feet of natural and improved open space ,
and upgraded trail so the corridor functions as
a safe, clean, and well-used public asset.
The Northwest Community also has a
lower percentage of tree canopy than other
neighborhoods. The Northwest’s urban tree
canopy requires intentional investment and
attention to increase the canopy from the
current 13%. A healthy tree canopy will help
cool hot spots, improve air quality, provide
wildlife habitat, and create more inviting
public spaces.
Ensuring a healthy and expansive tree canopy
in the Northwest Community involves not
only planting new trees, but also exploring
opportunities to work with Urban Forestry and
Public Utilities to help provide resources and
education to the community.
By focusing on equity, prioritizing
underserved corridors, and incorporating
native vegetation, these initiatives aim to
improve air and water quality, cool down
hot areas, and help people feel safer and
more connected to the places they live.
Establish an “adopt-a-mile” trail
maintenance program for the Jordan
River Parkway Trail and Folsom Trails.
1
Establish formal Salt Lake City
employee JRPT Clean-Up Days.
2
INITIATIVES
Implement low-impact design for
stormwater management along the
Jordan River to improve water quality.
3
Connect the Jordan River Parkway
Trail to the Folsom Trail and to the
proposed Green Loop.
4
Support the initiative to daylight a
portion of City Creek along the
Folsom Trail.
5
Further promote the Public Lands
stewardship program.
6NATURAL
ENVIRONMENT
Crime Prevention
Through Environmental
Design (CPTED) is a
strategy that aims to
reduce criminal activity
through the environmental
and physical design of
the built environment.
WHAT IS CPTED?
Simple techniques
like appropriate lighting,
visibility of entrances, and
encouraging pedestrian
activity can greatly reduce
opportunistic crime and
perceived crime in a
given neighborhood.
NORTHWEST COMMUNITY
& RESTORATION OF JORDAN
RIVER PARKWAY TRAIL
in 2025, a section of the Jordan River Parkway Trail, between Cottonwood
Park and 700 North, was temporarily closed for environmental and
safety concerns. This allowed Public Lands to provide much needed
environmental restoration to this section of the trail, add improvements
such as an additional path on the west side, and a play structure near
Backman Elementary.
This project was a success on many levels. The result not only improved
the safety of the neighborhood, but restored the riverbank, and improved
the experience for all users.
This is a great example of how applying Crime Prevention Through
Environmental Design (CPTED) principles to natural areas, like clearing
debris and fallen branches to increase visibility, can improve the
safety of the community and the environmental health of the river.
Support the conversion of unused lawn
areas into water-wise gardens using
native vegetation.
9
Launch education/rebate programs
to support the implementation of
pollinator gardens.
10
Educate residents on the costs of tree
irrigation and offer information on
which species are low water use.
11
Explore incentive based solutions for
new tree establishment.
12
Implement the Revive Our River Actions
outlined in Reimagine Nature SLC
Public Lands Master Plan.
7
Identify streets that could support
relandscaping of medians to increase
tree canopy, reduce urban heat island,
and calm traffic.
8
JORDAN RIVER TRAIL / COTTONWOOD PARK
Salt Lake City Engineering, GEMs Team, 2025
PA R K S & R E C R E ATiON | 3 7
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
Protecting the natural environment while
providing access and opportunities to
recreate and enjoy nature.
2040 TARGETS
1. Every household within the Northwest
Community has access to a public park,
trail, or open green space within a
half-mile walk.
2. Increase public safety and comfort for all
users within park spaces so that visitors
feel safe and comfortable, regardless of age,
gender, or ability.
3. Expand the Jordan River Parkway Trail to
the Northpoint Area, specifically north of
Center Street.
POLICIES
Support the goals, policies and actions outlined
in Reimagine Nature.
Access to parks and recreational
spaces within the Northwest
area are one of this community’s
strongest assets.
The Jordan River Parkway Trail bisects the
neighborhoods and provides several access
points for recreation. Community parks such
as Rosewood, Riverside, and Cottonwood
provide opportunities for residents to play
and recreate.
While these parks and trails are considered
community assets, the residents expressed
valid concerns regarding lack of maintenance
and safety features, outdated amenities, and
general low investment. While the Jordan
River Parkway Trail, neighborhood parks,
and open space offer valuable recreational
opportunities, these areas have also
become places where people experiencing
homelessness sometimes establish
unsanctioned encampments. This has caused
public safety concerns and can be correlated
to a lack of use by the broader community.
Amenities that encourage active use such as
commercial, civic, or residential plaza spaces
along the river will promote a safer user
experience and will continue ongoing river
remediation efforts. The goals, policies, and
actions found in Reimagine Nature and the
Emerald Ribbon Plan are considered to be
part of the Northwest Plan.
Salt Lake City is committed to addressing
public safety concerns and increasing safety
within our parks and open space. Both
Reimagine Nature and the Emerald Ribbon
Plan call for an increased presence near key
access points to the Jordan River Parkway Trail.
Salt Lake City understands that to increase
parks usage, accessible and family-
friendly amenities need to be provided
and maintained. Additionally, features that
promote year-round usage need to be added
to ensure comfort for all users.
These features could include the following:
°inclusive, All-Ability Playgrounds
°Shade
°Lighting
°Benches
°Splash Pads
°Adequate Programming
INITIATIVES
Increase the level of service of parks
and open space in the community as
identified in Reimagine Nature.
1
Increase residential density close to
parks and green space.
2
Implement CPTED principles and
improve safety features within parks,
and along the Jordan River, to increase
real and perceived safety, including
features like lighting, where needed.
3
Upgrade aged park amenities to
increase comfort and functionality
for a variety of types of needs
and abilities.
4
Implement bilingual and universal
wayfinding signage along and
towards the Jordan River Parkway
Trail, Folsom Trail, and nearby parks
consistent with the Public Lands
Bilingual Signage Standard.
5
Add types of uses and activities to parks
to encourage year-round activity.
6PARKS &
RECREATION
PA R K S & REC R E AT i O N | 3 8
Coordinate with private property
owners abutting the Jordan River
and other sensitive riparian areas to
extend the Jordan River Parkway or
preserve the land.
9
Implement heat mitigation measures
in parks – shade structures, water
features, etc, to combat the effects of
urban heat islands.
10
Encourage programming and
partnership opportunities within park
spaces (exercise classes, art groups, etc.).
7
Encourage “active uses“ for
development along trails.
8
BE A U TiFU L C iT Y | 4 1
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
A beautiful city that is people-focused.
2040 TARGETS
1. Increase efforts to activate the Jordan River
Parkway Trail and Folsom Trails.
2. Establish visually attractive and distinct
gateways into the Northwest Community.
3. Utilize placemaking art and signage to
acknowledge the diverse identity and
history of the Northwest Community.
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is
a defining asset of the Northwest
Community, supporting recreation,
connectivity, and placemaking.
To leverage this asset, new development
should be oriented toward the trail and
clustered within mixed-use corridors, with
a focus on public-facing amenities such as
plazas, patios, and riparian landscaping.
Each mixed-use corridor that abuts the river
should incorporate enhanced pedestrian-
scale lighting, wayfinding, and public space
improvements. When combined with land
uses such as small-scale restaurants, coffee
shops, bike repair stations, or canoe rentals,
more people are encouraged to take short
trips along the trail, boosting overall activity.
The Power District will establish the first major
river activation project and should lead as
an example of how to thoughtfully integrate
the trail into the fabric of the surrounding
development. The Northwest Community
will continue to support the trail’s potential
to connect the neighborhoods, natural open
space, and well-planned mixed-use corridors.
Future connections from the Jordan
River Parkway Trail to the Folsom Trail
and Downtown’s Green Loop will create
a cohesive open space and active
transportation network that is utilized by both
residents and visitors.
Redevelopment efforts along the Folsom
Trail Corridor and long-term plans to daylight
City Creek support these unique amenities
and will provide residents and visitors with
convenient and comfortable access to explore
their Beautiful City.
The Northwest Community also serves as a
gateway into Salt Lake City. North Temple
Boulevard requires strategic changes to
transition into a local model for integrating
infrastructure, streetscape improvements,
public art, and placemaking elements along
gateway corridors.
Additional gateways into the community may
include Redwood Road and 600 North, where
consistent urban design standards will add
to community identity, support public transit,
and encourage thoughtful development. The
Northwest Community’s natural and built
environment should be intentionally designed
to be people-focused.
Residents and visitors should be able to come
together to enjoy everything the neighborhood
has to offer including, recreation, public spaces
to gather and celebrate in, and local hotspots,
such as the Power District or Jordan River
Parkway Trail.
A people-oriented approach reflects the
community’s commitment to each other
and their ever-evolving neighborhood and
reinforces the Northwest Community as a
beautiful place to live, visit, and recreate.
INITIATIVES
Identify streets that can be
designated as gateways and cultural
corridors, where art and culture
efforts are focused.
1
Identify key locations along the
Jordan River and Folsom Trails
where small-scale mixed-use zoning
could help promote placemaking.
5
Support human-scaled lighting around
mixed-use corridors.
6
Work with City Departments to apply
right-of-way standards that would
support the creation of city gateways.
2
Explore incorporating art features into
city-funded projects.
3
Include activation requirements for
development near the Jordan River
and along the Folsom Trail, requiring
elements such as river-facing windows
and doors, riparian corridor-friendly
landscaping, and outdoor amenities.
4
BEAUTIFUL CITY
P RE S E R V ATi O N | 4 3
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
Maintaining places that provide
a foundation for the Northwest
neighborhood to affirm our past.
2040 TARGETS
1. Increase the number of properties listed on
the National Register of Historic Places.
2. Ensure city-owned historic resources are
actively maintained and preserved.
The Northwest Community boasts
a unique and diverse history
that deserves preservation.
The Fairpark neighborhood is the oldest
section of the community and features many
structures that predate 1920. The Rose
Park neighborhood to the north emerged
after World War ii. Meanwhile, the western
neighborhoods, Westpointe and Jordan
Meadows, developed throughout the 1970s
and showcase distinctive examples of post-
war housing, including WWii-era cottages, Box
Ranch, and split-level homes. These homes
offer simplified layouts, use less expensive
building materials, and come in smaller
sizes. While these designs may seem simple
compared to other architectural styles in the
city, they effectively narrate the story of the
Northwest neighborhood’s development.
Currently, very few sites and structures
in the Northwest neighborhood have
protected status. Yet, a significant portion
of the Northwest National Historic District
is located in the Northwest Community Plan
boundaries. While National Register Districts
do not offer local protections, they do offer
financial incentives for listed and eligible
properties. The Department of the interior
allows a building to be considered for the
National Register of Historic Places when
it reaches 50 years old. Recently, several
neighborhoods within the Northwest plan
area have reached this threshold, making
them eligible for listing.
Salt Lake City actively encourages and
supports local initiatives to increase the
number of protected buildings, whether
through creating new landmark sites or
establishing new historic districts. identifying
significant buildings and sites will play a
crucial role in this process. Reconnaissance-
level surveys serve as effective tools for
evaluating large areas and identifying eligible
properties for historic designation. This
method enables surveyors to document the
architectural condition of buildings, capture
photographs, and assess the historical
integrity of each property.
This plan supports opportunities for new
district designations or a possible expansion
of the existing Northwest National District for
historically significant properties that are now
age eligible. Salt Lake City will assist residents
in navigating the survey and nomination
process to help preserve the architectural
history of the Northwest neighborhood.
Building maintenance also forms a key
element of historic preservation. The city
will enhance Northwest residents’ access to
preservation resources, including city-funded
workshops that provide hands-on experience
in techniques such as window restoration,
masonry repair, and general building
maintenance. Collaborations between the
public and private sectors prove essential
for preserving significant structures in the
Northwest Community.
The city will actively seek additional
partnership opportunities with the private
sector to protect historic buildings like
the Fisher Mansion. The adaptive reuse
of this building will underscore the
importance of historic preservation in
the Northwest neighborhood.
INITIATIVES
Identify priority areas for
reconnaissance-level surveys and
intensive level surveys to help aid in
any designation efforts.
1
Support informational programs that
promote historic structures within the
Northwest Community.
5
Support neighborhood initiatives
to create new National Register of
Historic Places Districts or Local
Historic Districts.
2
Increase awareness of Building
Preservation Incentives by providing
educational opportunities to property
owners and developers and proactively
identifying properties that may benefit
from the incentives.
6
Support partnerships to assist
property owners with survey and
designation efforts.
3
Provide access to city-funded
workshops that promote the historic
preservation and renovation of historic
structures within the community.
4
Support partnerships for the successful
adaptive reuse of the Fisher Mansion.
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PRESERVATION
AR T S & CU LT U R E | 4 5
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
Vibrant, diverse, and accessible artistic
and cultural resources that showcase the
community’s long-standing commitment
to a strong creative culture.
2040 TARGETS
1. Increase the total number of cultural
community events celebrating the diversity
in the Northwest neighborhood.
2. Increase public art in the
Northwest Community.
The Northwest Community
boasts a rich history of diverse
populations that strengthens
its sense of community.
Currently, 44% of households in the
Northwest area speak a language other than
English at home, compared to the state-
wide average of 15%. This concentration
of diversity stems from racist policies and
practices, such as redlining and racially
restrictive covenants, which restricted people
of color from moving to other parts of the
city. While discriminatory policies have long
since been outlawed, they still have long-
lasting impacts on the community.
This diversity creates a unique culture in
the Northwest neighborhood that deserves
celebration. The city commits to supporting
Northwest residents by providing them with
the resources they need to express their
voices and honor their distinct heritage.
Salt Lake City seeks to enhance access to
arts and cultural resources by increasing
the number of community events in
the neighborhood. Currently, most art
and cultural events occur in other city
neighborhoods, forcing Northwest residents
to leave their own areas to participate.
Existing events, like the Rose Park Street
Festival, demonstrate the high demand
for cultural activities and show that the
Northwest neighborhood can support
more events. Future activities could include
festivals, concerts, and a farmers market.
Funding plays an essential role in
supporting the creative culture of the
neighborhood. To boost art resources,
the city should consider funding a micro-
grant program to create placemaking
artwork. This program allows the city
to provide small grants to artists who
will bring physical art, performance
art events, and art workshops to the
Northwest neighborhood.
Establishing identified gateways into the
community would provide opportunities
to add more art to the neighborhood while
promoting people-centered placemaking.
in addition to an art grant program, the
city should explore funding options to
revive a youth after-school arts program,
encouraging young residents to engage with
their communities and share their voices.
Zoning presents one of the most significant
barriers for artists in the Northwest
neighborhood. Artists need spaces where
they can create and share their art. For these
spaces to exist, the city should address the
limitations associated with establishing
community centers and art studios.
The existing zoning map allows these land
uses in only 9% of the plan area. These strict
regulations force artists to leave the Northwest
neighborhood to access art resources.
The Planning Division will explore options
to allow these art-related land uses in more
zones as part of implementing the plan.
INITIATIVES
Collaborate with neighborhood
stakeholders to bring more cultural
events to the Northwest neighborhood-
i.e., block parties, art shows, and
holiday celebrations.
1
Explore bringing a farmers market to
the Northwest neighborhood.
2
Identify a pathway to revive a youth
arts program.
3
Continue to support the Arts
Council Project Support Grants: a
neighborhood art and culture grant
program to promote local murals, pop-
up performances, and cultural events.
4
Increase opportunities to access
arts and culture by easing land
use regulations.
5
Continue to support the
Fairgrounds as a year round
entertainment destination.
6
Wayne Chubin & Tim Gallagher
Signal Site (1997)
Fabricated Metal. Westpointe Park
Image Courtesy of the Salt Lake City Arts CouncilARTS & CULTURE
Matt Monsoon
What We Build Together (2025)
Corten Steel
500 North 1300 West
Day Christensen
Dairy Cats (2008).
Cast Bronze Set of Four Cats.
1050 West 800 North
Julie Olson
Fairpark Neighborhood Mural
(2023) Love Your Block Grant
1250 West 500 North
E Q UiT Y | 4 9
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
A welcoming community that celebrates
the diversity of the Northwest and ensures
access to amenities for all residents.
2040 TARGETS
1. Improve access to healthy, fresh, and
affordable food within the community.
2. Ensure that zoning supports new
medical facilities.
3. Continue to support the implementation
of Thriving in Place.
Salt Lake City is committed to
providing universal access and
opportunity to all. However,
harmful planning decisions
of the past, such as redlining
policies and disinvestment, still
have lingering effects on the
Northwest Community today.
Residents of Northwest neighborhoods
have limited access to amenities such
as public transportation, healthy food
options, employment, and healthcare
facilities, when compared to other
Salt Lake City communities.
Food accessibility was a concern frequently
cited during the public engagement
process. Northwest residents have few
options to purchase healthy, fresh, and
affordable food. There are only three
large grocery stores located within the
community, yet mere proximity to a single
grocery store does not ensure residents’
needs are met in terms of food quality,
preferences, cost, or cultural relevance.
By contrast, there are over 30
establishments in the community that
offer ‘quick fixes’ to obtaining food – fast
food restaurants or convenience stores.
While these services may provide cheaper
and more efficient options for a meal, they
are no replacement for fresh groceries.
Expanding access to healthy and affordable
food in the Northwest Community will not only
improve health outcomes, but can also create
jobs, foster economic growth, and provide
opportunities for community engagement.
While residents are proud of the unique
cultural diversity that characterizes the
Northwest, gentrification and displacement
remain top concerns as Salt Lake City grows.
The neighborhood is made up of families
particularly vulnerable to displacement, such
as resettled refugees, young families, and
those with limited English proficiency.
The city is mindful of the urgent need to
support existing residents while providing
opportunities for growth and a variety of
housing stock for newcomers. Striking this
balance is key to avoid housing insecurity.
The Northwest community has the city’s
highest share of residents without health
insurance. This may be due to several factors,
including informal employment without
healthcare, the high cost of premiums and
out-of-pocket expenses, immigration status,
limited access to information, or other
enrollment barriers.
No matter the reason, the high numbers
of uninsured individuals in the community
is alarming and highlights the discrepancy
in access to healthcare services. Even if an
individual is insured, there are few health
clinics and no hospitals or emergency services
within the Northwest Community.
Salt Lake City will explore innovative
solutions to bring essential services to the
community, addressing both physical and
institutional barriers.
INITIATIVES
Continue to support the Rose Park
Neighborhood Center Garden and other
organizations that strive to improve
fresh food access in the area.
1
Support improving the existing grocery
stores in the community.
2
Bring a local farmer’s market to the
Northwest, prioritizing vendors who
accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition
Assistance Program) and other subsidies
benefiting low-income families.
3
Support programs to improve access to
healthcare for uninsured individuals.
4
Consider including medical care
facilities in city-funded projects.
5
Support expanding child care options
within the community.
6
Support development of senior living
and housing options for aging in place.
7EQUITY
URBAN FOREST ACTION PLAN
Salt Lake City’s Urban Forest
Action Plan (2023) is a long-term
strategy to expand and preserve
the city’s tree canopy, with a
strong emphasis on equity.
The plan supports the Mayor’s
initiative of planting 1,000+ new
trees annually, prioritizing westside
neighborhoods to combat the heat
island effect and ensure equitable
access to shade, cooling, and green
space while improving public health,
air quality, and walkability citywide.
The average distance
from a household to the
nearest grocery store is
just over half a mile, while
the average distance
to the next fast food or
convenience store is about
half that distance,
at 0.26 miles.
FOOD ACCESS
E Q UiT Y | 5 0
Support models for mobile or pop-
up clinics that can bring essential
preventative and basic care directly to
Northwest residents.
8
Work with local schools to provide
increased language support and
resources for students and parents
who speak a native language other
than English.
9
Implement measures outlined in
‘Thriving in Place’ to mitigate
displacement of current residents
that might historically occur
through new development or the
rising cost of housing.
10
Increase accessibility by increasing ADA
compliant housing and mobility options.
11
EC O N O M Y | 5 3
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
A local economy that fosters
entrepreneurship, supports small
businesses, and promotes lively
neighborhood commercial corridors.
2040 TARGETS
1. Adopt zoning policies that promote the
growth of small-scale neighborhood retail.
2. Provide financial subsidies for businesses
that can fill gaps in existing retail offerings.
3. Continue to support Economic
Development’s efforts as outlined in the
North Temple Economic Action Plan.
As the business, financial, and
cultural capital of Utah, Salt
Lake City has experienced vast
economic growth and success.
However, a majority of that growth has
occurred in neighborhoods that lie east of
i-15, leaving westside neighborhoods with
limited access to retail, commercial amenities
and services, and jobs. Many Northwest
residents travel to neighborhoods outside of
their own for work and to access daily needs.
Through a rigorous public engagement
process, the planning team learned
that residents of the Northwest have
a vision for a local economy that:
°Offers more diversity in the types
of retail and commercial amenities.
°Prioritizes supporting small businesses
and entrepreneurship over large chains.
°Provides safe and attractive
amenities for youth and teens.
°Supports commercial uses that help
create more walkable areas
near housing.
°Celebrates the cultural diversity of
the community.
°Dispels the reputation of the
Northwest as an ‘unsafe’ area.
°Welcomes visitors coming in
from the airport as a vibrant
gateway to Salt Lake City.
Northwest residents recognize that
neighborhood and local businesses play
an important role in making and creating
a unique community identity. While there
are some small businesses that have
thrived, historically very few areas have
even allowed commercial uses, which has
stifled opportunities for entrepreneurship
and retail development. More land within
the community needs to allow commercial
uses to address the community's needs.
By implementing zoning policies that
encourage retail and allow more mixed-use
development, Salt Lake City is committed to
supporting the organic growth of walkable,
neighborhood retail that can foster a safe
and engaging pedestrian realm for those
living in and visiting the neighborhoods.
INITIATIVES
Support zoning amendments to
integrate small-scale commercial and
mixed-use zoning along intersections
and corridors in established
neighborhoods to provide essential
services and to remove unnecessary or
outdated zoning regulations that are
barriers to small businesses.
1
Utilize Neighborhood Business
Improvement Program (NBIP) aka
Facade Grants.
5
Partner with local community-based
organizations, small businesses and
resident focus groups to develop
branding ideas for commercial
corridors that reflect the cultural and
community identity of the Northwest.
6
Ensure zoning regulations result
in pedestrian friendly spaces
and amenities that facilitate
social interaction.
7
Incorporate public art, sculptures,
murals, or installations that reflect
the community’s history, culture, and
values into business corridors.
8
Implement design and branding
strategies to establish commercial
corridors with a strong sense of
identity and community.
2
Explore allowing Accessory
Commercial Uses.
3
Allow previous commercial buildings in
residential-zoned neighborhoods to re-
establish their commercial/retail use.
4
ECONOMY
ACCESSORY
COMMERCIAL USES
in order to encourage businesses within the Northwest
Area, the city should explore allowing Accessory
Commercial Units or ACUs. These commercial uses
would be limited in size and scope in order to retain
the residential character of the neighborhood.
Examples could include home bakeries, bike repair
shops, barbershops, or similar low-impact businesses.
E CO N O M Y | 5 4
Support the existence and expansion of
agricultural tourism opportunities.
9
Facilitate the creation of a North
Temple Development Task Force to
keep property and business owners
updated on current development and
potential interruptions in service
and access.
10
Consider the creation of a special
assessment area in the North Temple
District to finance infrastructure
improvements and provide on-going
services such as economic promotion
activities and additional security.
11
Support the Community
Reinvestment Agency in operating
a retail sub-leasing program in the
North Temple area in which Salt Lake
City would enter into long-term lease
agreements of vacant ground-floor
retail spaces and find eligible local
retail businesses to fill the spaces.
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LESSONS LEARNED
FROM CULTURE COFFEE
°Proximity to housing – not
in a strip mall or commercial
zone – walkable and bikeable.
°Knowing their audience and
catering to interests and
culture of the west side.
°Creating a ‘third space’
where people can gather with
friends and neighbors.
°Use of city-funded grants
meant to support and
encourage small businesses.
SUCCESS STORY
CULTURE COFFEE
Culture Coffee boasts being the first standalone brick-and-
mortar coffee shop on SLC’s west side. It opened in early 2024
as an expansion of the Salt Lake Barber Company, which has
the same owner and now operates out of the same building.
Salt Lake Barber Company and Culture Coffee were awarded
funding from the Housing Stability Division Neighborhood Business
Improvement Program (NBIP), a.k.a. the Façade Grant, which allowed
the owners to enhance the exterior by installing RGB color changing
signs for both businesses, painting the building, adding down lighting,
installing a window and door to the patio, and creating a concrete
pad for bike racks. The shop intentionally celebrates and highlights
the diversity of west side with the menu, unique decor, and local art.
The ownership and management team proudly identify as Latino,
Black and Pacific Islander, and thus made sure each of their cultures
and backgrounds were represented in the design and operation of
the space. Culture Coffee has become a popular gathering space
for west side residents. it’s unique location in an existing single-
family neighborhood on the corner of two main corridors makes it
very walkable: within a 10-minute walk of over 1500 households.
The success of Culture Coffee is unique and difficult to replicate under
current zoning regulations, however. The shop sits in a strictly residential
zoning district that does not allow commercial uses. It was only allowed
to operate as a business through a special exception granted by the city.
Many would-be small business owners could also thrive in this
community but are deterred by long bureaucratic processes and
strict barriers to opening a business in a non-commercial zone.
Revising zoning standards to allow small-scale retail compatible
alongside existing homes could open the door to neighborhoods
that foster innovation, entrepreneurship, walkability, and livability.
G O VE R N M E N T | 5 9
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
A local government that is collaborative,
responsive, and equitable.
2040 TARGETS
1. Increase number of residents participating
in government process.
2. Ensure more equitable responses to zoning
enforcement and city maintenance.
Salt Lake City recognizes
that strong civic engagement
and inclusive governance
are foundational to a
healthy, thriving city.
While avenues for public involvement do
exist, barriers and challenges, such as
language access, limited awareness, and
uneven participation across neighborhoods
and demographics, prevent many residents
from fully engaging in local decision-making.
This plan outlines 2040 targets and initiatives
aimed at strengthening public participation,
improving transparency, and ensuring all
community members can take part in shaping
their community.
The targets include increasing public
participation, making sure any individual
or group from the public feels welcome
in civic processes, and ensuring a
more equitable response to zoning
enforcement and city maintenance.
To meet these goals, initiatives focus on
both direct engagement and systemic
improvements. These include increasing
the percentage of residents involved in
neighborhood watch or community safety
programs and boosting engagement. These
tools help build trust and increase visibility
of public opportunities. Translated materials
and accessible interpreters for non-English
speakers during public hearings ensure a
more inclusive public process.
By strategizing engagement tools, digital
services, and equity-focused practices, this
plan ensures that local government works
for all residents, and that every voice has
the opportunity to be heard in shaping the
community’s future.
INITIATIVES
Utilize online engagement tools.1
Provide opportunities for non-
English speakers to participate
in public processes and meetings
with provided translator.
2
Consider modifying the timing,
location, and types of public
meetings that seek public input to
ensure there are opportunities to
participate at their convenience
and on their schedules.
3
Track zoning enforcement to ensure it
is equitable across the city.
6
Increase partnerships with schools,
libraries, and learning institutions to
increase civic knowledge on citywide
issues and solutions.
7
Increase access to public employees
and elected officials by more
participation in local events.
8
Expand access for residents with
disabilities to participate in
government process.
9
Translate public facing materials.4
Support an equitable percentage of
capital fund spending in underserved
or historically excluded areas.
5
GOVERNMENT
WAT E R SM AR T U TA H | 6 1
GUIDING PRINCIPLE
The Northwest Community should reduce
water-use in order to ensure sustainable
water levels for future generations.
2040 TARGETS
1. Update water supply and demand
plans every five years to maintain an
understanding of the effect current
development has on water demand and
water infrastructure needs.
2. Update zoning regulations to reduce the
amount of water demand and per capita
water use for future development.
3. Promote sustainable landscaping
practices to reduce outdoor water use
and stormwater runoff.
Salt Lake City is dedicated
to conserving water for
future generations.
This requires action on a citywide and
individual level. This includes being mindful
about future development, zoning, and land
uses that are water intensive or wasteful.
Single-family housing is the largest water user
of any singular use in the city, the majority of
which is used for outdoor landscaping.
Reducing lawn sizes, using water-wise
landscaping, and water efficient irrigation
techniques would heavily contribute to
decreasing water use in this area.
INITIATIVES
Support decreased lot size and
configuration standards.
1
Allow increased density where
appropriate in order to maximize
development and water efficiency.
2
Support Community programs,
policies, and regulations that can
reduce water use.
3
Consider prohibiting land uses that
consume large amounts of water.
4
Consider incentives for new
and existing developments
to utilize low-water demand
landscaping and fixtures.
5
Promote the maintenance and
update of irrigation systems
to reduce water waste.
10
Establish regulations that reduce storm
water runoff, including appropriate
grading, landscaping, and limits on
impervious surfaces.
11
Support actions that can reduce the
city’s use of water at city facilities and
in city operations.
12
When needed, require new
development to contribute water to
increase the supply of water.
6
Water-wise landscaping that limits
the use of high-water consuming
turf and prohibits turf on steeper
slopes, in small, landscaped
areas, and in park strips.
7
Prioritize the maintenance, watering,
and planting of trees.
8
Reduce the amount of water used
to irrigate park strips within city
rights of way through elimination of
overwatering and water waste.
9
Continue to invest in upgrades to
the city’s water infrastructure to
reduce water loss from aging or
leaking pipes, including irrigation
systems at city facilities.
14
Continue investing in upgrades to
the city’s stormwater infrastructure,
including rivers and streams, to
support more water flowing to the
Great Salt Lake.
15
Implement water saving techniques at
Rose Park Golf Course.
16
Implement green infrastructure along
the Jordan River.
17
Reduce areas planted in high water
using turfs that are non-functional
activity areas.
13
WATER SMART UTAH
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S TATiON AR E A PL A N | 6 3
VISION
The North Temple Station Area
Plan guides the future growth
of the area surrounding four
stations along the North Temple
Corridor from 700 W to 1950 W in
Salt Lake City. By incorporating
mixed-use development and
fostering enhanced pedestrian
safety and connectivity, the
plan will enable the population
to easily walk, bike, and access
transit in a safe environment
to meet their daily needs.
The North Temple station areas are
the primary location of growth in the
Northwest Community that will:
°Provide areas for a mix of housing
types, with the densest housing closer
to the stations and a mix of housing
types throughout the station area that
focuses on ownership opportunities;
°improve the sidewalks, trails, bike
paths, and streets so people are
safe and comfortable while traveling
throughout the station area and into
the surrounding neighborhoods;
°Connected public spaces that give people
a reason to visit the parks, use the trails,
and support the local businesses;
°improve the Jordan River by activating key
stretches of the river, provide appropriate
wildlife habitat, and encourage the use
of the river as a recreational asset;
°Support existing local businesses and
promote more entrepreneurship;
°Balance the needs of regional
attractions within the community
and the current and future residents,
businesses, and institutional uses; and
°Support the diversity and cultural
identities of the community.
NORTH TEMPLE TRAX STATIONS
The North Temple Station Area Plan
includes a ½ mile radius of each
UTA TRAX Green Line Station.
Trax Stations within the Area Boundaries:
1. Jackson/Euclid Station:
Located at 820 W North Temple St.
2. Fairpark Station:
Located at 1150 W North Temple St
3. Power Station:
Located at 1480 W North Temple St.
4. 1940 West Station:
Located at 1940 W North Temple St.
North Temple Station Area Boundaries
Jackson / Euclid TRAX Station
NORTH TEMPLE
STATION AREA PLAN
0.250 0.5
Miles
STATION AREA PLAN | CURRENT ZONING STATION AREA PLAN | FUTURE LAND USE MAP
Downtown Plan
Low-Moderate Density Residential
West Salt Lake Plan
Proposed Future Land Use
Moderate Density Residential
Moderate-High Density Residential
Regional Mixed-Use
Urban Neighborhood Mixed-Use
Urban Core Mixed-Use
Neighborhood Mixed-Use Low Scale
Neighborhood Mixed-Use Medium Scale
Community Mixed-Use
Institutional & Public Lands
Parks & Open Space
Industrial / Manufacturing
Mixed Use 5
Mixed Use 2
Mixed Use 6
Mixed Use 8
Open Space
Public Lands
Airport Single-Family Residential Downtown Plan
Single-Family Residential West Salt Lake PlanBusiness Park
Institutional Low Density Multi-Family Residential
Jordan River Fairpark Moderate Density Multi-Family Residential
Special Development Pattern Residential
Special Development Pattern Residential
Light Manufacturing
Mobile Home Park 0.250 0.5
Miles
0.250 0.5
Miles
STATION AREA PLAN | FUTURE LAND USE MAP
Downtown Plan
Low-Moderate Density Residential
West Salt Lake Plan
Proposed Future Land Use
Moderate Density Residential
Moderate-High Density Residential
Regional Mixed-Use
Urban Neighborhood Mixed-Use
Urban Core Mixed-Use
Neighborhood Mixed-Use Low Scale
Neighborhood Mixed-Use Medium Scale
Community Mixed-Use
Institutional & Public Lands
Parks & Open Space
Industrial / ManufacturingSTATiON A R E A P L A N | 6 6
OPPORTUNITIES
AND CONSTRAINTS
OPPORTUNITIES
The North Temple Station Areas have a number
of opportunities that can be leveraged to
help achieve the objectives of the plan.
EXISTING MIXED-USE ZONING
Salt Lake City adopted all new mixed-use zoning districts in 2025.
One of the goals of the project was to address areas where the
prior zoning was not delivering desired outcomes. The mixed-
use zoning districts allow a greater variety of residential and
commercial building types within the Station Area Plan boundary.
The MU-8 mixed-use zoning district is mapped along
North Temple. This specific district establishes a
high threshold of design standards and requires
inclusion of enhanced active commercial uses.
The mixed-use zones enable new housing to be accessible to all
income levels and households by having specific standards for
each housing type, removing regulations that tend to increase
the cost of housing or that make more affordable housing types
unfeasible to build, and promoting more affordability through
the use of zoning incentives. The zoning incentives complement
the taxpayer dollars invested in affordable housing.
Project Area
Light Rail - Trax
Jordan River
0.250 Miles 0.5
S TATi O N A R E A P L A N | 6 8 STATiON ARE A PL A N | 6 9
NORTH TEMPLE URBAN
RENEWAL PROJECT AREA
The Community Redevelopment Agency
(CRA) North Temple Urban Renewal
Project Area includes new development
outside the Power District in Tax
increment Financing (TiF) accumulation.
Any additional TIF funding collected
will aid the CRA with successfully
implementing economic strategies
along North Temple.
PUBLIC INVESTMENT
Significant taxpayer dollars have been
invested into the station areas, beginning
with funding the construction of the light
rail line and continuing with the more recent
investments into the Utah State Fairpark, the
bridge along the Jordan River Parkway Trail
over the railroad tracks, the construction
of the Folsom Trail, and improvements to
Madsen Park. Ongoing public investment is
necessary to ensure the plan is implemented.
PRIVATE INVESTMENT
The station area has seen significant
private investment recently in the form
of new development. This has provided
more housing opportunities in the area.
Some commercial property owners
have made significant investment,
expanding their businesses, hiring more
employees, and providing daily needs
or amenities to residents and visitors.
However, the increase in housing
has mostly replaced commercial
land uses along North Temple.
North Temple Urban Renewal Project Area
CONSTRAINTS
STATE-OWNED LAND
Approximately 7% of the property within
the Station Area Plan (SAP) boundaries is
owned by the state. State owned property
is exempt from city zoning regulations.
The city has virtually no influence on
how state-owned land is developed
and whether the goals and objectives
of this SAP will be met.
ROAD WIDTH
Redwood Road is nearly 150 feet wide with
2 travel lanes in each direction at the North
Temple intersection and creates a significant
barrier for pedestrians and cyclists due to its
width, volume, and speed of traffic. Redwood
Road essentially segments the corridor
and significantly reduces the ability of the
land west of Redwood Road to benefit from
the land uses east of Redwood Road. This
results in the 1940 W North Temple Station
Area having to be nearly self-sufficient,
which is unlikely given the small amount
of land that has been recently developed
and the proximity of i-80 and i-215.
PUBLIC SAFETY
Public safety was one of the biggest concerns
raised by the public for the corridor. The
success of the station area plan is fully
dependent on the corridor being safe.
The current Administration is actively
addressing public safety with the
implementation of the Public Safety Plan
which includes the North Temple Corridor.
The efforts must continue to ensure that
people are safe when living, working,
recreating and visiting the station areas.
North Temple Land Ownership
0.250 Miles 0.5 0.250 Miles 0.5
0.250 Miles 0.5Roads that Provide Connections Across North Temple
Roads Fragmented by North Temple
Other Roads
Jordan River Trail Access Points
S TATi O N A R E A P L A N | 7 0 STATiON ARE A PL A N | 7 1
Billboards
Connectivity
BILLBOARDS
There are currently eight billboards within
the SAP boundaries, primarily along North
Temple. Billboards are uniquely constraining
due to their cumbersome lease agreements,
as well as any associated viewshed easement.
Many viewshed easements limit abutting
development potential so that views to
the advertisement are protected. All of the
existing billboards impact development
opportunities for abutting properties.
LACK OF CONNECTIVITY
The station areas between 1000 West and
Redwood Road lack a street network that
connects with the neighborhoods to the north
and south and through the station area. The
only existing public street on the south side of
North Temple Street between 1000 West and
Redwood Road that connects to other public
streets is 200 South. There are no streets
that connect between 200 South and North
Temple. i-80 blocks most connections to the
neighborhoods to the south.
On the north side of North Temple in this area,
there are a total of three public streets: 1460
West, Cornell Street, and North Star Drive. The
three streets converge approximately 1,500
feet north of North Temple and North Star
Drive extends to Redwood Road. There are no
streets that cross the Jordan River to connect
to the neighborhoods to the north. There are
two access points to the Jordan River through
this area: one where the Jordan River crosses
under North Temple, and at Cottonwood Park.
Jordan River Fairpark Boundaries
JORDAN RIVER
FAIRPARK DISTRICT
in 2024, State of Utah approved the Utah
Fairpark Area investment and Restoration
District Act (UFAiR Act). The UFAiR Act was
created to provide economic benefits and
facilitate the redevelopment of approximately
93 acres, generally located between 1000
West and Redwood Road, 300 North, and
i-80. in response to the UFAiR Act, Salt
Lake City adopted a zoning map and text
amendment to implement the Jordan
River Fairpark Zoning District. The JRF
district enables the construction of an MLB
stadium,as well as land uses and density
that support the redevelopment of the site
into a regional mixed-use hub. This does
create opportunities within the station area;
however, the land is not subject to the city’s
land use plans and therefore also creates
some unique challenges. To help promote
the opportunities and address the challenges,
the city entered into a development
agreement (DA) with the property owner.
The redevelopment of the site presents
the opportunity to create new connections
between 200 South and North Temple.
While the JRF zoning district permits high-
density mixed-use development, it is not
subject to city tax collection, adopted city plans
and policy, as well as many city regulations.
Additionally, the creation of the UFAiR Act and
JRF district reduced the land area and boundary
of the Community Reinvestment Agency (CRA)
North Temple Urban Renewal Project Area by
48%. The size reduction and removal of land
is a challenge to the North Temple Station
Area Plan because tax increment financing
(TIF) is an effective tool used to revitalize and
improve the land along the North Temple
corridor. That tool is now at the discretion
of the UFAiR Board, with limited city input.
To reflect the Northwest Community’s needs
and values, Salt Lake City has approved
zoning and development regulations. One
action being the DA with LHM, the UFAiR
board, and Salt Lake City created for the
Power District. The DA is an opportunity for
affordable housing options that support
diverse families, expand public open spaces
that ensure access to the Jordan River, and
infrastructure to improve connectivity and
mobility. if developed intentionally, The
Rocky Mountain Power site redevelopment,
supported by the Larry H. Miller Company
and the U-FAiR Board, can generate high-
density mixed-use development that
contributes to economic revitalization, new
employment opportunities, and better
utilization of public transit infrastructure.
The JRF District will generate economic
development and increase employment
opportunities not only along the North
Temple corridor, but in the city and
statewide. The Power Station and
Fairpark Station area radiuses will benefit
from the anticipated development
of private and state-owned land.
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FUTURE LAND USE
AND DEVELOPMENT
OBJECTIVES
1. Create opportunities for mixed-use development
within the station areas.
2. Allow for higher densities on land closest to the transit stations
with decreasing densities further from the stations.
3. Support the development of the Rocky Mountain
Power Site as indicated in the development agreement
between the city and the property owner.
4. Analyze zoning to identify and remove
outdated and ineffective regulations.
5. Promote home ownership within the station areas
by allowing a variety of housing types.
Salt Lake City first introduced station area plans to the North
Temple Corridor in 2010. The first station area plan was successful
at creating new housing but was not as successful in achieving
some of the other goals of the plan including, transitioning North
Temple into a boulevard street that connects neighborhoods,
improvement to overall safety of the community, creating compact
walkable neighborhoods, and creating long-term economic stability
within the station areas. With the city updating the Northwest
Community Plan, it created an opportunity to improve the
station area plans for the corridor. The city has long promoted
housing near transit, dating back to the early streetcar days.
The future land use map for the Northwest
plan identifies 3.63% of the land within
the station area as Regional Mixed-Use.
This designation supports densities in
excess of 60 dwelling units per acre.
The future land use map also includes
7.97% of the land as Community Mixed-
Use, which supports densities between
40 and 60 dwelling units per acre.
Additionally, it’s important to note that
the JRF district is designated as Urban Core
Mixed-Use which supports similar densities
and scale as our Urban Core in Downtown.
There is a total of 5,383 dwellings within the
existing station areas. Most of this has been
built in the last 10 years. it is anticipated
that the station area can support at least
double the number of existing dwellings. The
redevelopment of the Rocky Mountain Power
property is anticipated by the developers
to add about 5,000 dwellings in the next 20
or so years. The land use objectives within
the station area include implementing
other, citywide policies related to land
use, including Plan Salt Lake, Housing SLC,
Thriving in Place and the Northwest Plan,
which the station areas are a part of.
Plan Salt Lake is the citywide vision
that guides the future goals of the
city and identifies key principles of
sustainable growth and development:
°Placemaking
°Diverse mix of uses
°Connectivity and circulation
°Density
°Compatibility
°Maximize public investment
°Responsive and resilient infrastructure
°Green building
These concepts all align with this objective.
Considering placemaking within new
development and public projects ensures
that people have a reason to visit places
within the station area. Providing a mix of
uses means that people visiting the station
area have access to services that they need
and amenities that they desire. Planning for
multi-modal connectivity between different
land uses encourages residents and visitors
to travel by means other than a vehicle.
Density provides a built customer base for
many businesses, puts more people in parks
and using trails, and puts more eyes on public
spaces making them safer. Compatibility
builds community trust for the buildings
and development process. Maximizing
public investment means as many people
as possible benefit from taxpayer dollars
being spent on infrastructure, community
amenities, and public safety.
Resilient infrastructure ensures that
infrastructure is designed and constructed
for future populations and is responsive to
growth and the impacts that growth brings.
Green building ensures that our natural
resources are used responsibly, whether
it is through water conservation, energy
consumption, building longevity, or storm
water management.
HOUSING SLC
An existing Salt Lake City plan applied to the
North Temple Station Area Plan is Housing
SLC. The Housing SLC plan is a 5-year housing
plan adopted in 2023 to fulfill the Utah State
Moderate income Housing Plan (“MiHP”).
it is intended to promote a city where
housing is attainable and affordable, tenants
are protected, and historic patterns of
segregation and discrimination are reversed,
a mission that aligns with the North Temple
Station Area Plan vision. The MiHP required
Salt Lake City to select at least five strategies.
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Guiding Principles of Thriving in
Place that align with the North
Temple Station Area vision:
°Collaborate with partners to
ensure intentional solutions
°Increase affordable housing while
minimizing displacement
°Create rental and ownership opportunities
The identified listed strategies include:
°Aims to make housing costs manageable
for residents earning up to 80% AMi.
°Expand the supply of housing including
moderate income households.
°Encourage a mix of housing types
such as single-family homes,
apartments, and more.
°Emphasized collaboration with residents,
stakeholders, and leaders for effectiveness.
The strategies listed above are actions that
also apply to the North Temple Station Area
Plan. Although these are good strategies
to address housing affordability, it is also
important to acknowledge constraints.
Some constraints relevant to the
North Temple Station Area Plan are:
°Salt Lake City is prevented from enacting
mandatory inclusionary zoning (IZ)
by Utah State Code. Though Salt Lake
City can enter voluntary agreements
and encourage developers to provide
affordable units, IZ is a policy tool
that would mandate the inclusion of
affordable units in new developments.
°The current housing affordability is larger
than the Northwest and Salt Lake City.
While this plan identifies housing strategies
tailored to the Northwest plan area, other
factors that contribute to the housing
crisis are outside the scope of this plan.
°Deed restrictions require housing units
to remain affordable for a set duration.
Once it expires, new agreements
must be arranged, and this can be
expensive to maintain which can limit
long term housing affordability.
°Historic redlining practices discriminatorily
impacted land values within the North
Temple Station Area. Although redlining
was banned in 1968 with the Fair
Housing Act, its results live on, such as
fewer home ownership opportunities
impacting intergenerational wealth. Salt
Lake City aims to address the history
of redlining and accounts for future
development in hopes of bringing
amenities to the community within
the North Temple Station Area Plan
rather than pushing people out.
It is important to recognize that
addressing the housing crisis effectively
means collaborating with all Salt Lake
City Departments, residents, community,
developers, and other stakeholders.
THRIVING IN PLACE
Thriving in Place is an adopted anti-
displacement plan that addresses
displacement factors and long-term solutions
that can help residents and communities
remain in place, especially for lower income
renters. It also defines actions and structures
to support collaboration, implementation,
and monitor success to meet the needs
of the most vulnerable communities.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
INCENTIVES (AHI)
AHi was an action strategy implemented
by the Thriving in Place Plan. Although
developers are not required to utilize
the incentive or include any affordable
units, but if used, it does give developers
additional development capacity benefits
with included affordable units.
Through AHi implementation and
utilizing Thriving in Place values as a
strategy, the North Temple Station Area
Plan hopes to encourage new housing
development that includes affordable
units and housing levels that are available
to all current and future residents.
More recently, the city has continued to
promote housing near transit stations
through the following actions:
°Rezoning areas adjacent to light rail
stations from lower density, auto oriented
commercial zoning to mixed-use zoning,
starting with the TC-75 zoning district
in the early 2000s, followed by the
performance-based TSA zoning districts
in the 2010s, and now with the simplified
Mixed-Use zoning adopted in 2025.
°Adopting Housing SLC (the city’s Moderate
income Housing Plan) and Thriving in
Place, with policies aimed at promoting
more housing around transit, investing
in affordable housing, addressing
displacement caused by redevelopment,
and establishing action items to support
existing and future residents.
°investing taxpayer dollars into a variety
of affordable housing programs,
with tens of millions of dollars going
towards affordable housing citywide.
°Promoting more housing for
households with children.
°Use zoning incentives and financing
tools to create more home ownership
opportunities within the station areas.
The station area plan for the North
Temple corridor emphasize continuing
these actions, particularly supporting
the implementation of Housing SLC and
Thriving in Place. To that end, the following
policies and action items should be
addressed to implement this objective.
IMPLEMENTATION
1. Review the MU zoning districts every
five years to ensure that the regulations
support the development of appropriate
housing that fits within the future
land use map of the Northwest Plan.
2. Monitor the affordable housing incentives
and adjust as necessary to ensure the
incentives provide appropriate levels
of affordable housing in the area.
3. Implement the development agreement
for the Rocky Mountain Power site.
4. Establish appropriate policies and
funding priority for housing developments
to include dwellings with enough
bedrooms to support families.
5. Implement the actions identified in the Salt
Lake City Moderate Income Housing Plan.
6. Explore modifying low density residential
zoning districts to support a mix of
housing types at a similar scale to what
is allowed in the current zones.
7. Analyze the effectiveness of development
design standards and modify as
needed if the standards are not
activating key public spaces.
Metrics allow the success of the station
area plan to be measured and monitored.
Measuring the success of a plan is necessary
to determine if the plan is working.
The following metrics will be used
to determine the success of the
plan in relation to this objective:
The number of dwellings built in the
station area, including the number of
affordable dwellings at specified levels
of affordability, housing type based on
zoning definitions, and the number of
dwellings with three or more bedrooms.
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PARKS &
OPEN SPACE
OBJECTIVES
1. Increase the amount of green
space within the station area.
2. Improve access to public
parks and open spaces.
3. Address public safety concerns within
the station areas and incorporate CPTED
principles into the design of public spaces.
4. Use green infrastructure such as
shade trees to support environmental
quality and public health.
The North Temple Station Area
Plan aims to support sustainable
environmental practices that
reduce vehicle reliance, improve
air quality, enhance public safety,
and promote green, accessible
open spaces that benefit both the
community and environment.
Salt Lake City voters passed an open space
bond in 2022, which is being used to update
and improve Madsen Park, Cottonwood
Park, and the Jordan River Parkway Trail,
which are all located in transit station areas.
The development agreement with the owner
of the Power District includes weaving
open space throughout the development.
The Folsom Trail, which intends to
connect the Jordan River Parkway Trail
with Downtown Salt Lake City, has been
constructed between 1000 West and 500
West. A future phase includes extending it
to the Jordan River Parkway Trail. The trail
runs along a former rail line, which has been
acquired by the city. The Folsom corridor
provides another opportunity to create
parks and open space in the station area.
EMERALD RIBBON
ACTION PLAN
The Emerald Ribbon Action Plan, aims to
restore and enhance natural habitats, create
more welcoming and activated spaces,
and foster places for community along the
Jordan River. With values revolving around
nature, culture, connectivity, and care,
the Emerald Ribbon Action Plan identifies
Fairpark as a project area that offers an
opportunity to center the community’s
priorities with active uses and vibrant
public spaces while ensuring the Jordan
River’s ecological health is considered.
in the “Center Nature and Active Public
Space in Fairpark” project, Salt Lake
City will work with the Power District
developers and the Fairpark community
to improve the Jordan River experience
as the area continues to grow.
The Power District and Fairpark have a
significant portion of the Jordan River corridor
with new development, which offers the
opportunity to center the community’s
priorities with active uses and more vibrant
communities while also ensuring public river
use. Currently, the Jordan River runs through
a highly industrial area and is viewed as
undesirable. This portion of the trail becomes
confusing at the North Temple Street TRAX
station area, which is where one of the few
deadly pedestrian-involved accidents occurred.
The plan focuses on making the area
safe and connected for trail users,
businesses, and future residents, which
have the potential to become hubs
for community events, recreation, and
educational opportunities for the river.
This plan supports connecting open
spaces, prioritizing health and wellness
for all ages, and preserving and improving
biodiversity in the areas surrounding
each North Temple TRAX station.
IMPLEMENTATION
These concepts can be implemented
within the station area by achieving
the following goals and actions.
1. Complete the updates to the parks
identified in the parks and open space
bond approved by voters in 2022.
2. Finish the Folsom Corridor by extending
the trail to the Jordan River and creating
parks and open space along the corridor.
3. Implement the recommendations
identified in Reimagine Nature.
4. Implement the vision, values, guiding
principles, goals and strategies found
in the Emerald Ribbon Action Plan.
5. Implement the recommendations
of the Water Element of Plan Salt
Lake throughout the station area
to promote water conservation and
reduce water consumption.
METRIC
°Amount of taxpayer dollars invested
into parks and open spaces.
°A net increase in green space
within the station areas.
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ACCESS TO
OPPORTUNITY
OBJECTIVES
1. Enable employment and
educational opportunities.
2. Improve the connections between
housing, transit, employment, education,
recreation, and commerce.
3. Leverage retail areas to maximize
social interaction, economic
activity, and community.
4. Support the Transportation
Division’s identified improvements
for the Power District.
The North Temple Station Area
plan aims to ensure that all
residents have equitable access to
jobs, education, commerce, and
recreation within each station area.
The neighborhoods along and near North
Temple need better access to opportunity.
This can be through appropriate zoning
that promotes mixed-use development and
provides places for people to live as well as
start a business. Without supportive zoning,
opportunity is limited. in 2025, Salt Lake City
adopted new mixed-use zoning districts that
vary in scale and focus on how buildings
address public spaces. These zones have
been applied to the station areas with the
intent of focusing ground floor commercial
space on the major streets, particularly at
intersections, while promoting housing above
and on the smaller streets that connect to the
major streets.
Access to opportunity is reduced if people
who live, work, or visit the station areas do
not feel safe. Public safety and homelessness
continue to be major concerns along the
North Temple corridor, as highlighted in
responses from the Northwest Community
Survey. Many community members feel that
Salt Lake City is not doing enough to ensure
residents and visitors feel safe in the area.
To address these concerns, Salt Lake City
started implementing a Public Safety Plan for
the area — a strategic initiative identifying
gaps in inadequate support services and
public safety challenges. The plan outlines
27 actions Salt Lake City will undertake and
23 recommendations for external partners.
Several of these actions directly relate to the
North Temple corridor, Including efforts to:
°improve crime prevention and law
enforcement collaboration.
°Expand outreach through the Community
Connections Team (CCT) of highly trained
detectives and licensed clinical social
workers. The CCT provides support
during planned operations and homeless
response calls while emphasizing
emergency shelter, receiving center
and treatment access, and reducing
cycling in and out of shelters.
°Strengthen Diversified Response Teams
of social workers, park rangers, and
community responders that resolve issues
within the Police or Fire department.
°Coordinate focused engagement with
unsheltered individuals to connect
them with services and treatments.
These actions are currently in progress
and represent Salt Lake City’s commitment
to improving public safety while
addressing causes of homelessness
including within North Temple.
Continued efforts will be required to
ensure the area remains safe in the future.
CRIME PREVENTION THROUGH
ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN (CPTED)
CPTED is a crime prevention theory focused
on tactical design and the effective use of
the built environment. When applied, CPTED
can reduce both crime and fear of crime.
In the North Temple Station Area
Plan, CPTED will be used as a strategy
to enhance safety and minimize
the opportunities for crime along
the station areas. Below are the
four principles of CPTED:
°Natural Surveillance: Designing
spaces to maximize visibility so that
potential offenders are seen and
deterred by the risk of being observed.
°Natural Access Control: Using features
like landscaping, fences, and lighting
to guide people’s movements and
prevent unauthorized access to areas.
°Territorial Reinforcement: Clearly
defining property lines and distinguishing
between public and private spaces to
create a sense of ownership and control.
°Management & Maintenance:
Regularly repairing broken fixtures,
trimming vegetation, and removing
graffiti to discourage criminal activity.
°Activity Support: Designing spaces to
encourage legitimate use by residents,
employees, and customers, thereby
increasing the presence of legitimate users
and reducing opportunities for crime.
With CPTED principles, this strategy
can reduce criminal opportunity
while addressing the North Temple
community safety concerns.
ACCESSIBLE AND
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Accessible and affordable housing is a key
component of opportunity. if housing is too
expensive or there is not enough housing
available, households have fewer resources
or are priced out of neighborhoods. The
station areas have seen an increase in
affordable housing in the last ten years, with
27% of rental units priced below $1,000 per
month, compared to only 19% citywide.
However, a severe shortage of deeply
affordable housing and permanent housing
remains. Households in the Northwest
Community spend about 40% of their income
on mortgages compared to 31.6% citywide,
which exceeds the HUD recommendation
of 30%. This makes Northwest Community
homeowners “cost-burdened”, often
struggling to afford necessities such as
transportation and healthy food. To address
this issue, the Salt Lake City Council approved
a $5 million investment in deeply affordable
housing in June 2025. This funding aims to
support the creation of units accessible to the
most vulnerable populations and bridge the
existing affordability gap.
The goals and actions of station area plans
are intertwined. While not repeated in this
section, the policies of the other sections
of the station area plan seek to improve
access to opportunity.
IMPLEMENTATION
1. Add CPTED standards to the zoning code.
2. Monitor the success of the MU zoning
districts in creating commercial
space while considering economic
forces and adjust as needed.
3. Modify zoning to ensure there are more
dwellings with three or more bedrooms
constructed in the station areas.
4. Work with the Salt Lake City School
District on the future reuse of Mary
Jackson Elementary to ensure the property
provides community serving uses.
5. Invest in a public safety plan that is
sustainable to operate long term.
6. Incentivize access to health care
to the extent possible using zoning
tools and city funding dollars.
METRICS
°Square feet of commercial space built.
°Number of family sized affordable dwellings.
°Number of CPTED concepts installed.
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TRANSPORTATION
OBJECTIVES
1. Work with partners to implement
transportation improvements
associated with the development
of the Rocky Mountain Power and
Utah State Fairpark sites.
2. Work towards improving connectivity
between the station areas and the
surrounding neighborhoods, including
overcoming barriers created by the
interstates and freight rail lines.
3. Improve access for pedestrians and cyclists
to the transit stations on North Temple
and the bus stops within the area.
4. Mitigate public safety concerns along
sidewalks, trails, and bicycle paths.
Station area plans only work
if people can travel within
and to the station area safely,
conveniently, and affordably.
FUTURE TRANSPORTATION
SYSTEM STRATEGIES
Salt Lake City is committed to improving
pedestrian connections within all stations
in the North Temple Station Area Plan.
Currently, the neighborhoods to the north
and south of the North Temple corridor are
disconnected, but improvements within the
built environment will enhance the pedestrian
experience and promote safe connections.
1940 W STATION
Since the adoption of the North Temple
Station Area Plan in 2010, this station
has experienced significant housing
development with thousands of new
dwellings constructed. Although the majority
of the new dwellings are apartments, the
south and east side of the station near
Redwood Road has development potential.
Future development has the potential to
improve environmental conditions that
currently separate pedestrians from the
west and east areas of Redwood Road
along the North Temple Corridor.
POWER STATION
This station will experience intense
redevelopment with the construction of the
Power District. Proposed improvements for
this station are included in a transportation
study. Any recommendations and
identified improvements by Salt Lake City’s
Transportation Division will be supported.
FAIRPARK STATION
Currently, the fairgrounds entrances are
a long walking distance from the station
platform, which has created an unsafe night
environment especially when there is high
vehicle traffic after Utah State Fairground
events. To enhance pedestrian and car safety,
opening entrances along North Temple
can make the Utah state fairgrounds have
more accessible points, which brings more
people while enhancing the experience.
JACKSON/EUCLID STATION
This area is fairly developed and most future
developments will be infill opportunities. Over
the last five to ten years, this station has seen
significant housing development but turned
over properties that were home to small
local businesses. Many of those businesses
reflected the diverse racial and ethnic
character of the Northwest Community.
With infill development, there is opportunity
to revitalize the community character of
the area that was neglected in the past.
Each of these stations represents a barrier
dividing the community north and south
of North Temple. Although there are a
few crosswalks along the North Temple
corridor, these are widely spread out.
Adding more frequent crosswalks will not only
make the north to south more accessible, but
also slow down the high-speed vehicle traffic.
The existing crosswalks should be studied to
determine if safety features can be added.
in terms of transportation, connectivity,
and mobility, Salt Lake City is implementing
strategies that will enhance the pedestrian
connectivity and safety along the North
Temple corridor.
IMPLEMENTATION
1. Implement the recommendations from
the Power District Implementation study
by working with partners, identifying
funding sources, and prioritizing actions.
2. Build pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure
improvements recommended in the city’s
pedestrian and bicycle master plan.
3. Continue to work with UTA to improve
access to transit within the station areas.
METRICS (Within the Station Areas)
°Funding allocated to transportation
improvements.
°Miles of bicycle paths installed.
°Miles of sidewalks improved.WASATCH FRONT REGIONAL
COUNCIL POWER DISTRICT
TRANSPORTATION STUDY
Prioritize the recommendations
from Transportation for the Power
District Transportation Study
and work with other partners to
implement the recommendation.
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FUNDING
STRATEGIES
GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND
General Obligation (GO) bonds are a type
of municipal bond that relies on an issuing
government’s credit and taxation ability
to fund public improvement projects. GO
bonds are voted on by City Council and
placed on election ballots for city residents
to consider. if GO bonds are approved
by voters, property taxes increase to pay
off the bond for a term of 20 years.
HOUSING AND TRANSIT
REINVESTMENT ZONE (HTRZ)
The State of Utah established HTRZ to help
address Utah’s housing crisis. An established
HTRZ area allows for municipalities to capture
tax increment revenue around certain public
transit facilities to facilitate transit-oriented
development including mixed-use, multi-
family, and affordable housing development.
FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMS
This type of program is intended to
improve storefront facades, particularly
along pedestrian-oriented streets. Loans
obtained through this program are typically
low interest or grant based. A match
from the applicant is often required.
PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT
Many communities use property tax
abatements to incentivize new development
or significant renovation. This requires
coordination with multiple government
agencies. Typically, a project must meet
minimum thresholds to qualify, such
as investment over a certain amount or
creation of a minimum number of jobs
that offer wages exceeding the city’s
median income. Abatement areas and the
process to qualify, review and approve are
established by ordinance. These programs
run the risk of negatively impacting the
city’s revenues generated by property
taxes and could impact the manner in
which property taxes are calculated.
TRANSPORTATION
DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS
A transportation development district is a
tool that increases property taxes within
a defined area to support transportation
improvement projects. Most often, these are
used to fund the building of transit lines. They
are typically approved by vote of residents
living within the defined area. They are often
managed by a city department with funding
allocations approved by the legislative body.
CRA PROJECT AREA
in 2010, the CRA determined the North
Temple Project Area required assistance
to revitalize and improve the corridor
along North Temple from the westside
of interstate-15 to Redwood Road.
Within the North Temple Project
Area plan, the following general
standards guide redevelopment:
°Encourage transit-oriented development
°Participate in creating a
walkable community
°Create extension of City Creek corridor
°Preserve existing residential neighborhoods
and encourage positive connections
°Redevelop the State Fairpark
°Assist in improving environmental
conditions along North Temple Boulevard
°Promote sustainable practices
°Design for excellence and cost effectiveness
°Create safe, vibrant, and
useful public spaces
°Promote population growth and stability
The North Temple Project Area receives
CRA assistance to improve commercial,
residential, and institutional uses
through tax increment financing (TIF).
The North Temple Project Area was originally
adopted to support the North Temple
Boulevard Plan, a plan that focused on
transit oriented residential development
through increased mixed-uses, pedestrian
oriented design, commercial, and residential
development around the TRAX stations.
Although the North Temple Boulevard
Plan was intended to increase
commercial development, it has
been unsuccessful and tax increment
collection from commercial uses has
been low. MU will replace TSA zoning.
Examples of Projects created through
Tax Increment Funding (TIF):
SPARK MIXED-USE PROJECT
Located at 1490 W North Temple.
152 affordable units, 48 deeply affordable
units, a daycare, and ground floor commercial
facing North Temple Street
FOLSOM TRAIL (PHASE 1)
°Completion of a 1-mile paved trail
along a former rail corridor
°Phase 2 will increase access points to
transportation routes and establish
more open green spaces.
PROPERTY ACQUISITIONS
CRA has acquired the following
properties near the Folsom Corridor for
redevelopment. The properties are intended
to implement the North Temple Station
Area Plan and activate the Folsom Trail.
°47 S 1000 West
°51 S 1000 West
°961 W Folsom Ave
°22 S Jeremy St
PROJECT AREA ACTIVATION
Through the North Temple Project Area development and the North Temple Station
Area Plan, active transportation modes and activation of the Folsom Trail will be
encouraged and supported. By 2040 the North Temple Project Area will feature:
°improved connectivity and pedestrian circulation
°improved pedestrian and transit-oriented design
°increased transportation options
°increased use of public transit and pedestrian activity
S TATi O N A R E A P L A N | 8 4 S TATiON AR E A PL A N | 8 5
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Review the MU zoning districts every 5 years to ensure that the regulations support the
development of appropriate housing that fits within the FLUM of the Northwest Plan.
Salt Lake City Community &
Neighborhoods Dept.
Monitor affordable housing incentives and adjust as necessary to ensure
the incentives provide appropriate levels of affordable housing.
Salt Lake City Community &
Neighborhoods Dept.
Establish appropriate policies and funding priority for housing developments
to include dwellings with enough bedrooms to support families.SLC, CRA, HTRZ
Implement the actions identified in the Salt Lake City Moderate Income Housing Plan.Salt Lake City
Modify low density residential zoning districts to support a mix of housing
types at a similar scale to what is allowed in current zones.Salt Lake City
Add CPTED standards to the zoning code.Salt Lake City
Modify zoning to ensure there are more dwellings with three or
more bedrooms constructed in the station areas. Salt Lake City
Work with the Salt Lake City School District on the future reuse of Mary Jackson
Elementary to ensure the property provides community serving uses.
SLC, Salt Lake City School
District
IMPLEMENTATION
The following phasing and implementation strategies
identify key steps for meaningful and sustainable
growth within the station area boundaries.
Phase 1 strategies should be targeted in the
next 1 to 5 years, while Phase 2 strategies
are looking at the longer term (5-10 years).
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Implement the development agreement for the Power District.SLC, LHM
Analyze the effectiveness of development design standards and
modify as needed to activate key public spaces.Salt Lake City
Complete the updates to the parks identified in the parks and
open space bond approved by voters in 2023. Salt Lake City
Finish the Folsom Corridor by extending the trail to the Jordan River
and creating parks and open space along the corridor.SLC, CRA
Implement the recommendations identified in Reimagine Nature.SLC, Jordan River Commission
Implement the vision, values, guiding principles, goals and
strategies found in the Emerald Ribbon Action Plan.SLC, Jordan River Commission
Implement the recommendations of the Water Element of Plan Salt Lake throughout
the station area to promote water conservation and reduce water consumption. Salt Lake City
Monitor the success of the MU zoning districts in creating commercial
space while considering economic forces and adjust as needed.Salt Lake City
Invest in a public safety plan that is sustainable to operate long term. SLC, UTA
Incentivize access to health care to the extent possible
using zoning tools and city funding dollars. SLC, Community Partners
Implement the recommendations from the Power District Implementation study by
working with partners, identifying funding sources, and prioritizing actions.SLC, UTA and LHM
Build pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure improvements recommended
in the city’s pedestrian and bicycle master plan. SLC, UTA and LHM
Continue to work with UTA to improve access to transit within the station areas. SLC, UTA and LHM
Special Purpose Designation - Agriculture
Low-Moderate Density Residential
Special Zoning Areas
Future Land Use Designations
Moderate Density Residential
Moderate-High Density Residential
Regional Mixed-Use
Urban Neighborhood Mixed-Use
Urban Core Mixed-Use
Neighborhood Mixed-Use Low Scale
Neighborhood Mixed-Use Medium Scale
Community Mixed-Use
Institutional & Public Lands
Parks & Open Space
Industrial / Manufacturing
The Northwest Community
Future Land Use Map outlines a
long-term vision for growth by
identifying key properties for
catalytic development, expanding
opportunities for additional small-
scale businesses, and supporting
increased residential density.
its purpose is to guide future development
with a flexible framework, rather than
imposing rigid zoning rules. The land
use designations are intended to offer
adaptability, enabling the community to
evolve over time. The following section
describes the vision and intent behind each
designation. The future land use designations
and policies for the Northpoint area are
found in the Northpoint Small Area Plan.
The Future Land Use Map does
not alter the current zoning of any
property. Any proposed change to
zoning must go through a formal
zoning map amendment process, which
includes public review and approval
by the Salt Lake City Council. The map
serves as a guiding tool in evaluating
such future requests. Changes to
the map should be consistent with
the vision of the Northwest Plan,
align with the policies, and support
the initiatives of the plan while also
considering citywide needs and goals.
NORTHWEST
COMMUNITY FUTURE LAND USE MAP
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ACTIVATE JORDAN
RIVER PARKWAY TRAIL
& FOLSOM TRAIL
The Jordan River Parkway and Folsom Trails
are essential community assets, providing
recreation, connectivity, and gathering
opportunities. The future land use map
identifies areas where both trails can be
activated through increased residential
density and mixed-use development.
The plan applies a range of Mixed-Use Future
Land Use Designations at critical locations
along the trails to encourage a variety of
land uses, including commercial options
such as a cafe or retail establishment.
Residential density increases are also
identified to encourage more “eyes
on the trail”, promoting frequent use
and activity, and improving safety.
PROTECT THE JORDAN
RIVER’S RIPARIAN CORRIDOR
Development along and near the Jordan
River is regulated in part by the Riparian
Corridor Overlay zoning designation,
which is designed to protect the river’s
ecological health and long-term stability.
The overlay ensures stream banks remain
stable with minimal erosion and reduced
risk of flood damage. It also ensures that
development minimizes impact on water
quality and fish and wildlife habitat. The
future land use map designates key locations
along the Jordan River and Trail for mixed-use
development intended to increase activity
and encourage walkable communities.
Any new development that seeks to
establish an active use along the river will
be subject to the Riparian Corridor Overlay
and should ensure that the Jordan River
will not be negatively impacted. The City
should acquire property in key locations
along the river to ensure protection and to
expand publicly accessible trails and parks.
ENCOURAGE NEW INFILL
HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
To accommodate population growth, the
future land use map proposes increasing
the allowable residential density within
established single-family neighborhoods.
Examples of appropriate neighborhood
infill may include secondary dwelling units,
duplexes, triplexes , or fourplexes.
Regardless of the type of housing, it should
have a scale similar to the zoning regulations
for detached, single-family homes with some
minor variations being appropriate. The goal
of this gentle density increase is to provide
additional housing opportunities while
respecting the existing development pattern.
FUTURE LAND
USE MAP
PRINCIPLES
ENHANCE & ACTIVATE IDENTIFIED
CORRIDORS AS VIBRANT AREAS
Properties along major corridors are envisioned as areas that
can provide needed amenities and community gathering areas
within walking distance of many homes. The types of development
envisioned along these corridors include a broad mix of land uses,
including residential uses in the same building as commercial uses,
creating destinations for the existing and neighboring communities.
The increase in allowable land uses provides for missing essential
services and recreational activities. These uses include a possible
market, grocery store, restaurant, bar/brewery, and/or retail. in
addition to these active uses, the vision anticipates that denser
development will accompany future commercial uses.
The following factors were used to determine which corridors
are most appropriate for a Mixed-Use designation:
°Complete Streets (Bike Lanes/Street Trees/Medians)
°Planned Right-of-Way improvements
°High Traffic Areas (Foot/Bicycle/Transit/Vehicles)
°New Development can be Supported by an Established Community
°Opportunities for Properties to Transition
from Residential to Mixed-Use
The identified corridors include the following:
°North Temple
°Redwood Road
°300 N
°600 N
°1000 N
°900 W
°1200 W
Neighborhood Mixed-Use - Low Scale
Neighborhood Mixed-Use - Medium Scale
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UTILIZE MODERATE DENSITY
TO BUFFER REGIONAL
MIXED-USE
The future land use map identifies the
majority of the North Temple Corridor as
Regional Mixed-Use Designation, allowing
high intensity development that supports
the corridor's role as a major activity center.
To ensure compatibility with the
surrounding neighborhoods, the map
also identifies Moderate-High Density
Residential Designation to the north
and south of the corridor. These areas
of transition are intended to provide a
buffer between the scale and intensity of
the development along North Temple and
the nearby residential neighborhoods.
ENCOURAGE APPROPRIATELY
SCALED COMMERCIAL
DEVELOPMENT THROUGHOUT
THE COMMUNITY
As the Northwest area continues to grow,
supporting new commercial and mixed-
use development while preserving existing
businesses remains a key priority. The
future land use map designates areas
for Neighborhood Mixed-Use – Low
Scale development along major arterials,
adjacent to higher-density zones, and
near key access points to the Utah
State Fairgrounds. These locations were
intentionally selected to promote a walkable
community with convenient access to
essential services such as grocery stores,
healthcare clinics, restaurants, cafes, and
retail. The scale of development in these
areas is intended to remain compatible
(but permit slightly larger buildings) with
the surrounding residential character.
To accommodate additional growth, the
Neighborhood Mixed-Use - Medium Scale
designation has been applied near select
intersections to support more intensive
mixed-use development. Additionally, some
existing low-scale commercial properties
have been moderately upscaled to address
the future needs of both current and
anticipated residents in the plan area.
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The Low/Moderate Density Residential designation is intended to
preserve neighborhood character while allowing for gentle growth
through infill development such as accessory dwelling units, duplexes,
triplexes, fourplexes, and single-family homes on small lots. Many
existing lots, particularly the uniquely deep ones found throughout the
community, are well-suited for this type of infill development. Overall,
the level of change expected in these established neighborhoods
remains relatively low, ensuring new growth complements the existing
scale and provides property owners with options, including keeping
and expanding their existing single-family dwelling.
WHY
Low/Moderate Density Residential is mapped within established
neighborhoods such as Rose Park, Fairpark, Jordan Meadows,
and Westpointe. Residents desire to maintain the community
feel of these neighborhoods in size, scale, and design, while
accommodating future growth.
WHERE
Density: 1 - 20 Dwelling Units per Acre
Stories: Generally up to 2
°All Housing Types Allowed
WHAT
LOW/MODERATE DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
RESIDENTIAL
All residential designations are oriented towards housing types;
however, additional uses like public utilities, places of worship, parks
and community gardens can also be found in these designations.
NOTES
Historically only one home per
lot have been allowed in many
Northwest neighborhoods, leaving
large swaths of land unusable.
Allowing infill development can
add much needed housing to
the community while preserving
existing homes.
EXAMPLES
EXAMPLE OF A DEEP LOT
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MODERATE DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
The Moderate Density Residential designation is intended to
encourage housing densities between 20-40 dwelling units per acre
and allows for a variety of housing types. Within the Northwest area,
this designation serves as a transitional buffer between higher-
intensity residential development and established lower-density
neighborhoods. it is strategically located at key nodes along the
Jordan River to encourage increased residential development; bringing
activity, connectivity, and easy access to natural amenities.
WHY
The Moderate Density Residential designation is most
appropriate along major arterials and adjacent to commercial
and mixed-use developments. The future land use map reflects
some existing medium-density housing that is expected to remain
stable, as well as opportunities for additional density near the
Utah State Fairgrounds, along the Jordan River Parkway Trail, and
adjacent to the i-15 on ramp. New development in these areas
should fit within the neighborhood context and be designed to
complement the character of surrounding development.
WHERE
Density: 20 - 40 Dwelling Units per Acre
Stories: Generally up to 3
°All Housing Types Allowed
WHAT
EXAMPLES
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MODERATE / HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
The Moderate/High Density Residential designation is intended to
serve as a transitional buffer between the higher intensity mixed-use
designations and well-established neighborhoods.
This designation consists of densities between 40-60 dwelling units per
acre, primarily within multi-family residential type development.
WHY
The FLUM shows pockets of moderate- to high-density residential
development near major arterials where similar medium- to high-
density housing types already exist. It also identifies potential areas for
medium- to high-density residential growth near mixed-use zones and
in locations that provide a gradual transition from the high-intensity
designation along North Temple to surrounding neighborhoods.
Additionally, the designation applies to areas adjacent to the Mary W.
Jackson block, where redevelopment is anticipated if the school does
not reopen.
WHERE
Density: 40 - 60 Dwelling Units per Acre
Stories: Generally up to 5
°All Housing Types Allowed
WHAT
EXAMPLES
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The Neighborhood Mixed-Use Low Scale designation is intended
to provide commercial and mixed-use opportunities adjacent to
low-density residential neighborhoods. This designation promotes
walkability by orienting buildings towards the sidewalk while
encouraging a broad mix of land uses.
This designation is primarily adjacent to or within low-density
residential neighborhoods characterized by smaller-scale buildings.
New developments are encouraged to provide commercial space
on the ground floor.
WHY
This district is mapped along arterials and collector streets adjacent to
low-density residential.
WHERE
Stories: Generally up to 2
°Low-Scale Commercial Storefront Buildings
°All Housing Types Allowed
WHAT
MIXED-USE
All mixed-use designations are oriented towards enabling
mixed-use development; however, additional uses like
public utilities, places of worship, parks and community
gardens can also be found in these designations.
NEIGHBORHOOD MIXED-USE LOW SCALE
EXAMPLES
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NEIGHBORHOOD MIXED-USE MEDIUM SCALE
The Neighborhood Mixed-Use Medium Scale designation is intended
to provide commercial and mixed-use opportunities adjacent to
low-density residential neighborhoods. This designation promotes
walkability by orienting buildings towards the sidewalk while
encouraging a broad mix of land uses.
The designation is intended to provide a vibrant commercial area
that provides local services to residents while incorporating a mix
of medium-density residential to support commercial uses. Due to
the location of this designation, new development should include
commercial space on the ground floor.
WHY
This designation is applied near key intersections and where there is
a high potential for redevelopment, including corner lots on arterials,
nearby commercial activity, and the closed Mary W. Jackson School site
which is anticipated to redevelop if the school does not reopen.
WHERE
Stories: Generally up to 4
°Commercial Storefront Buildings
°All Housing Types Allowed
WHAT
EXAMPLES
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The Community Mixed-Use designation is intended as a transition
in scale to buffer nearby lower intensity single-family residential
properties from denser and more intense development. This district
encourages mid-rise buildings, generally 6 stories or less in height, that
contain a mix of land uses.
This designation supports land uses that include some of the
following: grocery stores, restaurants, and small-scale retail. New
development near intersections and adjacent to the Regional Athletic
Complex (RAC) should incorporate commercial uses.
WHY
COMMUNITY MIXED-USE
This designation is applied to properties adjacent to higher-intensity
Regional Mixed-Use, along or near major arterials, and at existing
community commercial nodes.
Properties with existing commercial, like the Smith’s at the
intersection of 600 N and 1200 W, and the properties north of the
RAC fields have development potential due to the access to arterial
roads, regional amenities, and the Jordan River, have been designated
Community Mixed-Use.
WHERE
Stories: Generally up to 6
°Commercial Storefront Buildings
°All Housing Types Allowed
WHAT
EXAMPLES
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REGIONAL MIXED-USE
The Regional Mixed-Use designation is intended to support
development that contributes to a vibrant, transit-oriented
environment and should generally result in buildings 7-9 stories in
height. its purpose is to provide a mix of housing, retail, businesses,
and restaurants, with active commercial storefronts that support
the regional community. These areas are likely to accommodate the
majority of growth in the Northwest Community.
This designation is most appropriate in areas that can support higher
levels of activity and density, such as areas adjacent to the Urban Core
Mixed-Use designation or along fixed-rail transit corridors such as
North Temple.
WHY
This designation is applied in areas adjacent to fixed-rail transit where
increased density can be supported and is near the Urban-Core
Mixed-Use Designation. This designation should serve as a buffer to
moderate intensity uses while still maintaining a high level of activity.
WHERE
Stories: Generally up to 9
°Large-Scale Commercial Storefront Buildings
°Multi-family Buildings
°Rowhomes
WHAT
EXAMPLES
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The Urban Neighborhood Mixed-Use designation is intended to
accommodate an intense mix of uses including commercial, high
density residential, and other land uses that complement and support
the Urban Core.
This designation supports the highest-intensity development outside of
the Urban Core, generally allowing buildings up to 12 stories in height.
Development in this designation is expected to create a vibrant, walkable
environment that combines living, working, and gathering spaces.
WHY
URBAN NEIGHBORHOOD MIXED-USE
This district abuts the Urban Core District, serving as a bridge between
the urban commercial development and surrounding mixed-use
and residential neighborhoods. This designation can accommodate
development overflow from the adjacent Urban Core Designation.
WHERE
Stories: Generally up to 12
°Multi-family Residential
°Mixed-Use
°Businesses Supportive of the Urban Core
WHAT
EXAMPLES
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URBAN CORE MIXED-USE
The Urban Core Mixed-Use designation is intended to create a
regional destination centered on activity and vibrancy. This designation
represents the highest-intensity district within the city.
The area is envisioned as a hub for entertainment, dining, retail, and
cultural experiences supported by high-density housing. Development
here is expected to include signature projects such as sports and
entertainment venues and large-scale mixed-use development to
reinforce the area's role as an urban core.
WHY
The Urban Core Mixed-Use District is the heart of the Power District,
which is projected to accommodate over 5,000 new households and a
professional sports stadium. Building heights are limited to 400 feet,
and development should prioritize walkable, pedestrian-oriented
design while integrating generous open space throughout the area.
WHERE
Stories: 20+
°High Rise Residential
°Entertainment
°Sports Stadiums
°Event Venues
WHAT
EXAMPLES
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The Institutional and Public Lands designation accommodates
existing government and institutional uses such as schools, libraries,
places of worship, and recreation centers.
The uses associated with this designation are intended to be
compatible with the neighborhood, community resources and services,
and enhance the overall character of the neighborhood.
WHY
The ‘Institutional’ or ‘Public Lands’ designations on the future land use
map apply to properties with existing institutional or Public Lands uses.
These properties are expected to retain their current uses.
WHERE
WHAT
°Schools
°Places of Worship
°Recreation Centers
°Libraries
°State Owned Land
OTHER
INSTITUTIONAL & PUBLIC LANDS
EXAMPLES
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PARKS & OPEN SPACE EXAMPLES
The purpose of the Parks and Open Space District is to preserve
and enhance public and private open space, natural areas, and
improved park and recreational areas. These areas serve to provide
opportunities for active and passive outdoor recreation; provide
contrasts to the built environment; preserve scenic qualities; protect
sensitive or fragile environmental areas such as wetlands, steep slopes,
ridge lines, meadows, and stream corridors; preserve the capacity
and water quality of the stormwater drainage system; encourage
sustainability, conservation and renewable energy and provide
pedestrian and bicycle transportation connections.
WHY
This district is appropriate along the Jordan River, within public parks,
and where these uses already exist.
WHERE
WHAT
The following land uses may occur:
°Parks
°Open Space
INDUSTRIAL & MANUFACTURING
The Industrial and Manufacturing designation identifies appropriate
locations for light industrial uses such as light manufacturing,
fabrication, processing, packaging, distribution, storage, and shipping.
These types of land uses should be sited and designed as to mitigate
the impacts on air quality, health, natural open space, and residential
neighborhoods. Where possible, these uses are buffered by highways,
open spaces, and green infrastructure.
WHY
This designation has been applied in areas that are currently
zoned for industrial and manufacturing and where these uses
are expected to continue. The areas are generally buffered from
residential neighborhoods to mitigate their potential impact.
WHERE
The following land uses are expected to continue:
°industrial
°Manufacturing
°Associated Ancillary Uses
WHAT
The purpose of the Agricultural District is to preserve and protect
agricultural uses for local food production in suitable portions of the
Northwest area. These regulations are also designed to minimize
conflicts between agricultural and nonagricultural uses.
WHY
SPECIAL PURPOSE DESIGNATION -
AGRICULTURE
This district is appropriate in the northern and recently annexed
portions of the Northwest Plan, where agricultural uses already exist.
WHERE
The following land uses may continue:
°Agricultural and Associated Agritourism Uses
°Associated Single-family Residential Homes
WHAT
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FOUR RESOURCES
This section describes the
necessary tools for Salt Lake
City to allocate its resources in a
responsible and effective manner
that will turn this vision into reality.
Each strategy is given a “score” based on
four resources: staff, finances, time and
community resources. The score is a gauge
of that strategy’s requirements and has no
specific meaning or value on its own. The
following illustrates the measured scale for
each strategy.
Each of these means something
different based on the resource. It is
important to understand the meanings
within the context of the resource.
STAFF
Staff is the amount of time or number
of people required for Salt Lake City to
accomplish the given strategy. For example:
°Low: These are projects that can be
managed by a small number of staff
members and do not require full allocation
of their regular work hours.
°Medium: These projects are ones that may
require a team of staff, often from multiple
departments or divisions, and last for
several months or possibly a year.
°High: These are projects that require a large
number of staff members from multiple
departments or divisions and are expected
to require multiple years to accomplish.
°Ongoing: Ongoing projects are those that
are completed by staff members as part of
their day-to-day activities.
FINANCES
Finances are the costs associated with
the project whether it is managed by
the city or other public entity. The more
expensive a project is, the more likely it is
that there will be multiple funding sources
and other financial issues that may make
a project more difficult to implement.
While there will likely be high private
investment associated with many of
the initiatives that require high public
investment, private sector investment
is not included in this analysis.
°Low: Low-cost projects are those that
require little to no special allocation of
funds and can typically be completed within
the department’s existing budget.
°Medium: These are projects that may
require some funding that is not ordinarily
part of a department’s budget
°High: These projects require a large sum
of money that is specifically funded from a
variety of sources such as the city’s general
fund, bonding, Community Development
Block Grants or other grants.
°Ongoing: Projects with ongoing funding
are those that come from a combination of
application and permit fees or are part of a
department’s normal budget.
Ongoing Low Medium High
IMPLEMENTATION
MATRIX
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TIME
Time refers to the amount of time a
project may take based on all the factors
involved in it coming to fruition.
°Low: The time involved with these projects is
usually short and falls within required public
processes, such as hearings with the Planning
Commission or City Council, and permitting and
business licensing. Typically, these projects take
less than a year but may take longer if additional
public involvement is necessary or desired.
°Medium: These projects take two or three years
to complete due to the public involvement
required and the need for coordination
between multiple parties, organizations or
developers. They may require more than one
meeting before the Planning Commission,
City Council or City Reinvestment Agency
Board. Permitting is also more variable for
these projects and has a greater impact on
the length of time needed for the project.
°High: Some projects take a long time to
implement due to their size, complexity
and potential public processes. Such
projects often require coordination between
several agencies, such as Salt Lake City,
UDOT, UTA, and property owners.
°Ongoing: Ongoing projects are those that are
not generally tied to a specific timeline but
are completed through standard permitting
or licensing approvals. This may also include
monitoring of implementation strategies
and programmatic functions related to
implementation of other strategies.
COMMUNITY
This refers to the efforts of those who live,
work or run a business in the Northwest.
it can also include residents that live
elsewhere in Salt Lake City that visit the
Northwest or take advantage of its assets.
The scale of each strategy or project is a
measure of time, coordination and other
factors based within the community.
°Low: Projects that generally involve
one or two stakeholders and require
little coordination.
°Medium: Projects in which the stakeholder
list is larger than “low” and often includes
more than neighboring property owners.
Other stakeholders could include business
owners and community organizations.
°High: Projects at this level may include
hundreds of people with various interests
in the project. Stakeholders would likely
include residents, property owners, business
owners, community organizations and
possibly representatives of local, regional,
state or federal government agencies.
°Ongoing: Ongoing implementation
strategies and projects are those that
are either “by right” (i.e., require no
public process or hearings) or need only
administrative approvals. They typically
impact a very small area or involve only one
or two property owners and need little to no
coordination with other parties.
2040 Targets Baseline & Measuring Success
Increase public safety.1 The perception of public safety has
improved within the community.
Increase the number of households living within
a ½ mile or 15-minute walk of essential services.
2 <50% of residents are within a
15-minute walk to essential services.
Balance per-capita investment in
public infrastructure and services
compared to citywide averages.
3 Establish a metric by conducting a
Capital Improvements Equity Analysis.
Increase the number of third spaces
and community gathering areas.
4 The community currently has 36 third
spaces, including parks and churches.
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
1 Support the city’s public safety plan.
2 Prioritize under lit corridors, neighborhoods and areas with
greatest public safety concerns for improved street lighting.
3 Remove zoning barriers to establishing small-scale retail
and amenities in residential zones that increase access to
essential services within established neighborhoods.
4 Incentivize large-scale mixed-use and multifamily
developments to provide public spaces that encourage
community gathering, such as plazas and open space.
5 Conduct a Capital Improvements Equity Analysis that can help guide
the allocation of taxpayer dollars for maximum community benefit.
NEIGHBORHOODS
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2040 Targets Baseline & Measuring Success
Increase the number of dwelling
units that provide 3+ bedrooms.
According to 2023 ACS, the existing housing
stock consists of 23% of 1 bedroom or studio
units, 54% units with 2-3 bedrooms, 24%
with 4 or more bedrooms. This number has
likely changed due to an increase in studio
and 1-bedroom units along North Temple.
Increase the total land area that can
be used for mixed-use development
outside of the Power District.
Outside of the JRF District, 11% of total land
area is zoned for mixed-use development.
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
1 Modify zoning regulations to increase a broader mix of housing types,
specifically 3+ bedrooms that are available for rent or purchase.
2 Ensure the zoning near the Power District permits a diverse
mix of housing, retail, and open space in anticipation of
population growth and a high volume of daily visitors.
3 Encourage infill sites that support mixed-use development.
4 Support Mixed-Use zoning along corridors.
GROWTH HOUSING 2040 Targets Baseline & Measuring Success
Increase diversity of housing types for
all income levels throughout the city.
The community currently leads the city on
the creation of affordable housing units.
The current number of units include: 3206
affordable units. 89 units for 30% AMI, 891
units for 30-50% AMI and 2114 units for
50-80% AMI. The remaining increase of
housing units are likely at market rate.
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
1 Support the policies and actions outlined in
Thriving in Place and Housing SLC.
2 Establish a standardized system for collecting housing-
specific data across all new developments.
3 Consider requiring or incentivizing large housing developments seeking
Planning Division approval to provide a percentage of homes with two
or more bedrooms and include family-friendly design elements.
4 Remove zoning barriers and streamline the permitting
process for infill housing development.
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2040 Targets Baseline & Measuring Success
Increase the percentage of dwellings
within a ¼ mile of a bus, transit stop
or high comfort bike facilities.
45% of existing housing units are within a ¼ mile
of a bus, transit stop or high comfort bike lanes.
Increase the percentage of funding to
improve neighborhood connections
and general maintenance.
Allocated funding varies, measuring success will
see a general increase in the allocated funds.
Decrease number of pedestrian,
bicycle, and auto accidents.
57 serious crashes (ped, bike, vehicles) occurred
in 2024, 10 resulted in death.
Support the Transportation Division’s efforts
related to curbside management for responsibly
accommodating both on-street parking and
other evolving demands of the city’s curb space.
No existing ROWs include median parking
in the Northwest Community.
TRANSPORTATION
& MOBILITY
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
1 Implement Connect SLC, The Salt Lake City Transportation Master Plan.
2 Increase density along existing transit routes and prioritize
transit-oriented development when new routes are added.
3 Promote ticket-as-fare program for large events.
4 Support the Transportation Division's ongoing city
funding to increase transit affordability.
5 Implement the Pedestrian & Bicycle Master Plan (2015), and
Street & Intersection Typologies Design Guide, including
recommendations for high comfort bicycle facilities.
6 Integrate first/last mile improvements such as bike
sharing and e-scooter rentals near transit stops.
7 Support expanding GREENbike Stations throughout the plan area.
8 Support implementation of recommendations from
the SLC West-East Connections Study.
9 Connect the Jordan River Parkway Trail to the Folsom Trail.
10 Ensure safe pedestrian crossings across North Temple and Redwood Rd.
11 Support road design adjustments that improve the safety of all users.
12 Perform analysis, community engagement, and inter-departmental
collaboration to study potential outcomes related to adding on-
street public parking, including possibly in the center of roadways.
13 Ensure any UDOT expansions include improvements for all users
and have minimal impacts to existing residences and businesses.
Ongoing Low Medium High
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AIR QUALITY 2040 Targets Baseline & Measuring Success
Reduce emissions.Success will be measured by the number of
initiatives implemented.
Increase the number of actions to address the
harmful impact of existing polluters
Reduction of existing businesses that heavily
pollute in this community.
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
1 Extend car-free transportation options, particularly
north of the North Temple Boulevard.
2 Utilize local funding sources to provide incentives to residents for
clean commuting, such as transit passes or e-bike vouchers.
3 Increase the tree canopy through landscaping requirements and
protections for mature shade trees to help filter pollutants.
4 Reduce industrial and manufacturing uses in the area to
mitigate harmful impacts, and/or support transitioning M-1
to M-1A to emphasize natural environment and buffers.
5 Implement increased land use buffers along highways, major
roadways and between sensitive uses and heavy polluters.
6 Allow for more housing density in neighborhoods
that are the most protected from pollutants.
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
7 Allow more mixed-use and commercial zoning in existing
Northwest neighborhoods to provide walkable amenities for
residents and reduce travel distances for daily needs.
8 Support land use policies that limit manufacturing
uses within the community.
9 Explore partnerships for tree canopy growth on private property.
10 Support the remediation of brownfields and hazardous sites
as they transition from manufacturing to other uses.
11 Support efforts that create a more robust air quality monitoring
network in the area, including indoor air quality monitoring.
12 Support existing programs to allow residents to trade
in gas-powered lawn equipment for electric.
13 Ensure zoning regulations make it easy to support and simplify
the installation of solar panels and other clean energy sources.
14 Encourage fleet electrification, particularly for businesses in the area.
15 Support efforts to increase the adoption of electric bicycles and electrified
transit, including expanding charging infrastructure in the area.
16 Support transition to clean energy sources.
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2040 Targets Baseline & Measuring Success
Increase the urban tree canopy.The urban tree canopy in the
NW community is 13.6%
Increase linear feet of river restoration.SLC currently has 2,342 linear feet
of restored river corridor.
Promote community investment in the Jordan
River Parkway Trail and Folsom Trails.
The CRA has acquired the following properties
for redevelopment along the Folsom Trail:
°47 S 1000 West
°51 S 1000 West
°961 W Folsom Ave
°22 S Jeremy St
The purpose of acquiring these properties is
for future redevelopment and investment.
NATURAL
ENVIRONMENT Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
1 Establish an “adopt-a-mile” trail maintenance program for
the Jordan River Parkway Trail and Folsom Trails.
2 Establish formal Salt Lake City employee JRPT Clean-Up Days.
3 Implement low-impact design for stormwater management
along the Jordan River to improve water quality.
4 Connect the Jordan River Parkway Trail to the Folsom
Trail and to the proposed Green Loop.
5 Support the initiative to daylight a portion of
City Creek along the Folsom Trail.
6 Further promote the Public Lands stewardship program.
7 Implement the Revive Our River Actions outlined in
Reimagine Nature SLC Public Lands Master Plan.
8 Identify streets that could support relandscaping of medians to
increase tree canopy, reduce urban heat island, and calm traffic.
9 Support the conversion of unused lawn areas into
water-wise gardens using native vegetation.
10 Launch education/rebate programs to support the
implementation of pollinator gardens.
11 Educate residents on the costs of tree irrigation and offer
information on which species are low water use.
12 Explore incentive based solutions for new tree establishment.
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2040 Targets Baseline & Measuring Success
Every household within the Northwest
Community has access to a public park, trail,
or open green space within a half-mile walk.
98.5% of residential units are within a ½
mile to a park, trail or open green space.
Increase public safety and comfort for all users
within park spaces so that visitors feel safe and
comfortable, regardless of age, gender, or ability.
Measuring success of an increase of
public safety in public park spaces will
purely depend on reporting of criminal
activity and the perception of safety.
Expand the Jordan River Parkway Trail
to the Northpoint Area, specifically
north of Center Street.
The Salt Lake City portion of the JRPT
runs from 2100 S to 2500 N.
PARKS &
RECREATION
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
1 Increase the level of service of parks and open space in
the community as identified in Reimagine Nature.
2 Increase residential density close to parks and green space.
3 Implement CPTED principles and improve safety features within
parks, and along the Jordan River, to increase real and perceived
safety, including features like lighting, where needed.
4 Upgrade aged park amenities to increase comfort and
functionality for a variety of types of needs and abilities.
5 Implement bilingual and universal wayfinding signage along and
towards the Jordan River Parkway Trail, Folsom Trail, and nearby
parks consistent with the Public Lands Bilingual Signage Standard.
6 Add types of uses and activities to parks to encourage year-round activity.
7 Encourage programming and partnership opportunities
within park spaces (exercise classes, art groups, etc.).
8 Encourage “active uses“ for development along trails.
9 Coordinate with private property owners in the Northpoint
area to purchase newly annexed areas abutting the Jordan
River to extend the Jordan River Parkway Trail.
10 Implement heat mitigation measures in parks – shade structures,
water features, etc, to combat the effects of urban heat islands.
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2040 Targets Baseline & Measuring Success
Increase efforts to activate the Jordan
River Parkway Trail and Folsom Trails
The portion of the Jordan River that
dissects North Temple is zoned for mixed-
use. There is no additional commercial
or mixed-use zoning along the river.
Establish visually attractive and distinct
gateways into the Northwest Community
The ongoing 600/700 N reconstruction
will create a new visually attractive
and distinct gateway.
Utilize placemaking art and signage to
acknowledge the diverse identity and
history of the Northwest Community.
There are currently 14 public artworks in
the community. Successful implementation
of this target will result in new art and
signage throughout the community.
BEAUTIFUL CITY
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
1 Identify streets that can be designated as gateways and cultural corridors,
where art and culture efforts are focused.
2 Work with City Departments to apply right-of-way standards that would
support the creation of city gateways.
3 Explore incorporating art features into city-funded projects.
4 Include activation requirements for development near the Jordan River and
along the Folsom Trail, requiring elements such as river-facing windows
and doors, riparian corridor-friendly landscaping, and outdoor amenities.
5 Identify key locations along the Jordan River and Folsom Trails where
small-scale mixed-use zoning could help promote placemaking.
6 Support human-scaled lighting around mixed-use corridors.
2040 Targets Baseline & Measuring Success
Increase the number of properties listed on
the National Register of Historic Places.
There are currently five properties individually
listed on the National Register of Historic
Places. The community contains a portion of
the Northwest National Register District.
Ensure city-owned historic resources are
actively maintained and preserved.
The Fisher Mansion is currently
vacant and boarded.
PRESERVATION
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
1 Identify priority areas for reconnaissance-level surveys and
intensive level surveys to help aid in any designation efforts.
2 Support neighborhood initiatives to create new National Register
of Historic Places Districts or Local Historic Districts.
3 Support partnerships to assist property owners
with survey and designation efforts.
4 Provide access to city-funded workshops that promote the historic
preservation and renovation of historic structures within the community.
5 Support informational programs that promote historic
structures within the Northwest Community.
6 Increase awareness of Building Preservation Incentives by providing
educational opportunities to property owners and developers and
proactively identifying properties that may benefit from the incentives.
7 Support partnerships for the successful adaptive
reuse of the Fisher Mansion.
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2040 Targets Baseline & Measuring Success
Increase the total number of cultural
community events celebrating the diversity
in the Northwest neighborhood.
The Northwest Community currently
has nine cultural events a year.
These events include the following:
• State Fair
• Days of 47 Rodeo
• Kilby Block Party
• Rose Park Street Festival
• Rose Park Crop Swap
• Acoustic Music Stroll Along the JRPT
• Monster Block Party
• Day Riverside Dia de los Muertos Festival
• Cross E Ranch Fall Festival
Increase public art in the Northwest Community.The Northwest Community has 14
public art pieces associated with
Salt Lake City's Arts Council.
ARTS & CULTURE
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
1 Collaborate with neighborhood stakeholders to bring
more cultural events to the Northwest neighborhood- i.e.,
block parties, art shows, and holiday celebrations.
2 Explore bringing a farmers market to the Northwest neighborhood.
3 Identify a pathway to revive a youth arts program.
4 Continue to support the Arts Council Project Support Grants:
a neighborhood art and culture grant program to promote
local murals, pop-up performances, and cultural events.
5 Increase opportunities to access arts and culture
by easing land use regulations.
6 Continue to support the Fairgrounds as a year
round entertainment destination.
Day Christensen
Dairy Cats (2008).
Cast Bronze Set of Four Cats.
1050 West 800 North
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2040 Targets Baseline & Measuring Success
Improve access to healthy, fresh, and
affordable food within the community.
Three grocery stores exist in the community.
Ensure that zoning supports
new medical facilities.
There are four existing medical
facilities within the community.
Continue to support the implementation
of Thriving in Place.
Thriving in Place initiatives are implemented.
EQUITY
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
1 Continue to support the Rose Park Neighborhood Center Garden and
other organizations that strive to improve fresh food access in the area.
2 Support improving the existing grocery stores in the community.
3 Bring a local farmer’s market to the Northwest, prioritizing
vendors who accept SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance
Program) and other subsidies benefiting low-income families.
4 Support programs to improve access to
healthcare for uninsured individuals.
5 Consider including medical care facilities in city-funded projects.
6 Support expanding child care options within the community.
7 Support development of senior living and
housing options for aging in place.
8 Support models for mobile or pop-up clinics that can bring essential
preventative and basic care directly to Northwest residents.
9 Work with local schools to provide increased language
support and resources for students and parents who
speak a native language other than English.
10 Implement measures outlined in ‘Thriving in Place’ to mitigate
displacement of current residents that might historically occur
through new development or the rising cost of housing.
11 Increase accessibility by increasing ADA compliant
housing and mobility options.
Ongoing Low Medium High
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2040 Targets Baseline & Measuring Success
Adopt zoning policies that promote the
growth of small-scale neighborhood retail.
Increase in number of small businesses
located within the Northwest Community.
Provide financial subsidies for businesses
that can fill gaps in existing retail offerings.
Continue to support Economic
Development’s efforts as outlined in the
North Temple Economic Action Plan.
ECONOMY
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
1 Support zoning amendments to integrate small-scale commercial and
mixed-use zoning along intersections and corridors in established
neighborhoods to provide essential services and to remove unnecessary
or outdated zoning regulations that are barriers to small businesses.
2 Implement design and branding strategies to establish commercial
corridors with a strong sense of identity and community.
3 Explore allowing Accessory Commercial Uses.
4 Allow previous commercial buildings in residential-zoned
neighborhoods to re-establish their commercial/retail use.
5 Utilize Neighborhood Business Improvement
Program (NBIP) aka Facade Grants.
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
6 Partner with local community-based organizations, small businesses and
resident focus groups to develop branding ideas for commercial corridors
that reflect the cultural and community identity of the Northwest.
7 Ensure zoning regulations result in pedestrian friendly spaces and
amenities that facilitate social interaction.
8 Incorporate public art, sculptures, murals, or installations that reflect the
community’s history, culture, and values into business corridors.
9 Support the existence and expansion of
agricultural tourism opportunities.
10 Facilitate the creation of a North Temple Development Task Force to
keep property and business owners updated on current development
and potential interruptions in service and access.
11 Consider the creation of a special assessment area in the North Temple
District to finance infrastructure improvements and provide on-going
services such as economic promotion activities and additional security.
12 Support the Community Reinvestment Agency in operating a retail sub-
leasing program in the North Temple area in which Salt Lake City would
enter into long-term lease agreements of vacant ground-floor retail
spaces and find eligible local retail businesses to fill the spaces.
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2040 Targets Baseline & Measuring Success
Increase number of residents
participating in government process.Success will be measured by the
number of implemented initiatives.Ensure more equitable responses to zoning
enforcement and city maintenance.
GOVERNMENT
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
1 Utilize online engagement tools.
2 Provide opportunities for non-English speakers to participate
in public processes and meetings with provided translator.
3 Consider modifying the timing, location, and types of public
meetings that seek public input to ensure there are opportunities
to participate at their convenience and on their schedules.
4 Translate public facing materials.
5 Support an equitable percentage of capital fund spending
in underserved or historically excluded areas.
6 Track zoning enforcement to ensure it is equitable across the city.
7 Increase partnerships with schools, libraries, and learning institutions
to increase civic knowledge on citywide issues and solutions.
8 Increase access to public employees and elected
officials by more participation in local events.
9 Expand access for residents with disabilities to
participate in government process.
2040 Targets Baseline & Measuring Success
Update water supply and demand plans every
five years to maintain an understanding of
the effect current development has on water
demand and water infrastructure needs.Success will be measured by the
number of implemented initiatives.Update zoning regulations to reduce the
amount of water demand and per capita
water use for future development.
Promote sustainable landscaping practices to
reduce outdoor water use and stormwater runoff.
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
1 Support decreased lot size and configuration standards.
2 Allow increased density where appropriate in order to
maximize development and water efficiency.
3 Support Community programs, policies, and
regulations that can reduce water use.
4 Consider prohibiting land uses that consume large amounts of water.
5 Consider incentives for new and existing developments to
utilize low-water demand landscaping and fixtures.
6 When needed, require new development to contribute
water to increase the supply of water.
WATER SMART UTAH
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Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
7 Water-wise landscaping that limits the use of high-
water consuming turf and prohibits turf on steeper slopes,
in small, landscaped areas, and in park strips.
8 Prioritize the maintenance, watering, and planting of trees.
9 Reduce the amount of water used to irrigate park strips within city
rights of way through elimination of overwatering and water waste.
10 Promote the maintenance and update of irrigation
systems to reduce water waste.
11 Establish regulations that reduce storm water runoff, including
appropriate grading, landscaping, and limits on impervious surfaces.
12 Support actions that can reduce the city’s use of
water at city facilities and in city operations.
Resources
Initiative Staff Finances Time Community
13 Reduce areas planted in high water using turfs
that are non-functional activity areas.
14 Continue to invest in upgrades to the city’s water
infrastructure to reduce water loss from aging or leaking
pipes, including irrigation systems at city facilities.
15 Continue investing in upgrades to the city’s stormwater
infrastructure, including rivers and streams, to support
more water flowing to the Great Salt Lake.
16 Implement water saving techniques at Rose Park Golf Course.
17 Implement green infrastructure along the Jordan River.
WATER SMART UTAH
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COMMUNITY PLAN
AMENDMENTS
Changes to the Community Plan may be
requested to address changing conditions, new
opportunities, and unforeseen circumstances.
As such, the Community Plan must be a living,
flexible document, allowing for changes that
ultimately assist in enhancing and implementing
the community’s vision. it is necessary, therefore,
to establish a fair, orderly, and well-defined
process to govern how amendments occur.
Community Plans are part of the City’s General
Plan and thus, any changes to the Community
Plan are considered General Plan amendments.
Amendments may propose a change in the land
use designation for a particular property or
changes to the Community Plan’s policies and
text. Amendments to the General Plan are subject
to the established review process and community
benefit requirements.
EXISTING CITY TOOLS
This section includes a brief list of tools that are
not currently used but the city may consider
establishing. Some of these tools may require
changes to state law, city policy, or new resources,
to establish, manage, and administer. As with any
city program, the cost of establishing these tools
should be considered to determine efficacy.
There are numerous tools used in cities nationwide to help
implement community plans. Most tools involve some revenue
source, usually an additional tax or capture of existing tax,
that is used to pay for infrastructure improvements, new
development, historic preservation, job creation or retention,
vocational training, and other purposes that are similar to the
goals and actions found in the Downtown Master Plan.
This list is not meant to be all inclusive or definitive but is
intended to identify possibilities that may make it easier, more
cost effective and speed up implementation. This list does not
include federal programs that support local government.
TRANSPORTATION
DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS
A Transportation Development District is
a tool that increases property taxes within
a defined area to support transportation
improvement projects. Most often, these are
used to fund the building of transit lines. They
are typically approved by vote of residents
living within the defined area. They are often
managed by a city department with funding
allocations approved by the legislative body.
PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT
Many communities use property tax
abatements to incentivize new development.
This requires coordination with multiple
government agencies. Typically, a project
has to meet minimum thresholds to
qualify, such as investments over a certain
amount or creation of a minimum number
of jobs with wages that exceed the city’s
median income. Abatement areas and the
process to qualify, review and approve are
established by ordinance. These programs
run the risk of negatively impacting the
city’s revenues generated by property
taxes and could impact the manner in
which property taxes are calculated.
EXPANDED ZONING INCENTIVES
Salt Lake City currently uses zoning incentives
in the Affordable Housing Incentives and
the Building Preservation incentives (BiP)
programs. The AHI program incentivizes
affordable housing development through
offering additional height and density
in exchange for rental restrictions.
The BPI program incentivizes preserving
existing building stock by permitting new
uses, additional density, height and zoning
flexibility. New types of incentives could
be explored to increase the number of
3+ bedroom units and family friendly
amenities. Zoning incentives require staff
expertise and administration in City Hall.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GRANTS & LOANS
Similar to the federal program, some cities
utilize grants and loans to encourage historic
preservation and adaptive reuse of historic
buildings. These are generally funded out
of the general fund and eligible properties
are those that are locally listed as a cultural
resource. A fund could be established to
apply to any building that may be historic but
is not listed. This tool requires funding and
the allocation of staff resources to administer.
WORKFORCE HOUSING
Workforce housing programs help fund
housing in qualifying census tracts. This
tool works well in areas with lower property
values and may work in some parts of the
Northwest Community. Senior housing
often qualifies for this funding source.
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PROJECT CHRONOLOGY
Petition: PLNPCM2025-00773
February 26, 2025 Online Open House Blogpost was posted on the City website
February 27, 2025 Letter of Intent to Amend a General Plan was sent to Affected Entities
February 28, 2025 Letter of Intent to Amend a General Plan was posted on the City and State Public
Notice website
March 10, 2025 Northwest Community survey was published on City website
March 13, 2025 Existing Conditions Report published on project website
Existing Conditions presentation at Day Riverside Library
March 19, 2025 Existing Conditions presentation at Northwest Community Center
April 2, 2025 Existing Conditions presentation Rose Park Community Council
April 16, 2025 600/700 North Outreach event at Backman Elementary
May 8, 2026 River District Business Alliance Presentation
May 17, 2025 Public Engagement event at Rose Park Street Festival
May 22, 2025 Public Engagement event at Backman Elementary Career Day
May 31, 1025 Public Engagement event at Culture Coffee
June 11, 2925 Work Session with the Planning Commission to gain feedback on Existing
Conditions and public engagement
July 1, 2025 City Council Briefing to receive preliminary feedback on Existing Conditions
Report and public engagement efforts.
August 1, 2025 The Mayor signed the petition to initiate the application.
August 9, 2025 Northwest Community Survey was closed
October 16, 2025 45-Day Engagement Period started. Recognized Community Organizations
within the Northwest Community were notified and solicited for feedback.
Public Engagement signs were posted around the Northwest Community
Draft Plan was routed to all City Departments for review
October 25, 2026 Staff held community engagement at the Monster Block Party
October 28, 2025 Staff presented the Draft Plan at the Westside Coalition meeting
November 1, 2025 Community Engagement event at Culture Coffee
November 30, 2025 The 45-day public comment period for Recognized Organizations ended.
December 3, 2026 Staff held an open house of the plan at the Northwest Recreation Center
December 4, 2025 Staff presented the Draft Plan at the Fairpark Community Council
January 15, 2026 Planning Commission Agenda posted to the Planning Commission website and
the State of Utah Public Notice webpage. Public hearing posted on City and State
websites; distributed via Planning Division list serve.
January 23, 2026 Planning Commission Staff Report was posted.
January 28, 2026 Planning Commission held a public hearing and tabled the item, requesting minor
changes
February 25, 2026 Planning Commission continued the public hearing and made a recommendation
of approval to the City Council
March 5, 2026 Draft Ordinance sent to the Attorney’s Office
March 18, 2026 Final Ordinance received from Attorney’s Office
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Salt Lake City Council is considering Petition PLNPCM2025-00773, an update to the Northwest Community Plan. Mayor Erin Mendenhall has initiated a petition to complete a comprehensive update to the Northwest Community Plan. The Northwest Community Plan is a land use plan for the land that is generally located between I-15 and the Salt Lake International Airport, with the city boundary to the north and I-80 to the south. The Northwest Community Plan was originally adopted in 1992. The updated plan will provide guidance on existing and anticipated development in the Rose Park, Fairpark, Jordan Meadows, Poplar Grover, and Westpointe neighborhoods for the next 15 years. The Plan also includes the North Temple Station Area
Plans for the four TRAX Stations within the Plan area. The Northwest Community is located in Council District 1 and 2, represented by Victoria Petro and Alejandro Puy.
As part of the process, the City Council is holding an advertised public hearing to receive comments regarding the petition. During the hearing, anyone desiring to address the City Council concerning this issue will be given an opportunity to speak. The Council may consider adopting the ordinance the same night of the public
hearing. DATE: TBD
PLACE: Electronic and in-person options.
451 South State Street, Roon 326, Salt Lake City, Utah ** This meeting will be held via electronic means, while also providing an in-person opportunity to attend or participate in the hearing at the City and County Building, located at 451 South State Street, Room 326, Salt Lake City, Utah. For more information, including Zoom connection information, please visit www.slc.gov/council/virtual-meetings. Comments may also be provided by calling the 24-hour comment line at (801) 535-7654 or sending an email to council.comments@slc.gov. 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 Cassie Younger at 801-535- 6211 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, or via e-mail at
cassie.younger@slc.gov . The application details can be accessed at www.slcpermits.com by selecting the “Planning” tab and entering the petition number PLNPCM2025-00773.
The City & County Building is an accessible facility. People with disabilities may make requests for reasonable accommodation, which may include alternate formats, interpreters, and other auxiliary aids and services. Please make requests at least two business days in advance. To make a request, please contact the City Council Office at https://aca-prod.accela.com/SLCREFcouncil.comments@slc.gov, 801-535-7600, or relay service 711.
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From:Younger, Cassie
To:
Cc:North West Plan
Subject:RE: (EXTERNAL) Re: Draft Northwest Community Plan, Case Number PLNPCM2025-00773
Date:Thursday, February 5, 2026 12:13:27 PM
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Hi Kurt, Please see my answers below. Thank you,
CASSIE YOUNGER | (she/her)
Senior Planner
PLANNING DIVISION | SALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION
Office: 801-535-6211
Email: cassie.younger@slc.gov
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-----Original Message-----From: Kurt Allen Fisher Sent: Wednesday, January 28, 2026 10:59 PMTo: Younger, Cassie <cassie.younger@slc.gov>Cc: Planning Public Comments <planning.comments@slc.gov>Subject: (EXTERNAL) Re: Draft Northwest Community Plan, Case NumberPLNPCM2025-00773 [Some people who received this message don't often get email from Learn why this is important athttps://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification ] Caution: This is an external email. Please be cautious when clicking links oropening attachments. cassie.younger@slc.gov January 28, 2026 Via Email: cassie.younger@slc.gov Cassie YoungerPlanning and Zoning DepartmentSALT LAKE CITY CORPORATION451 South State Street, Room 406Salt Lake City, UT 84414-5480Telephone: 801-535-6211
cc: Via Email: planning.comments@slc.gov Brian Scott, ChairpersonSALT LAKE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION Re: Draft Northwest Community Plan, Case Number PLNPCM2025-00773 Information Requests Planner Younger, I was the older gentleman who posed, at tonight's Planning Commissionmeeting, questions regarding existing and developable residential high-densitymulti-family units and population. You represented to the Commission that youwould respond to my inquiries separate from the meeting. After yourpresentation at the meeting, I provided you my email address for providing thatinformation. My question with respect to Fairpark, Popular Grove and Rose Park high densityzoning and housing went to the lack of definitive estimates of the number ofhigh density apartments that are and could be accomodated under existingzoning and under revised land use of the Draft Northwest Community Plan, i.e., 1) What is the current number of acres of zoned high density housing? The Salt Lake Planning Division considers “high density” residential atapproximately 60 units/ acre. RMF-75 is our only high-density residential zone,and it is not present within the Northwest Area. Instead, we have Mixed UseDistricts (some previously zoned TSA) that allow both commercial andresidential uses. The MU districts located within this community plan areainclude the following: MU-3, 5, 6 and 8. The Mixed Use zones are Form-Based,where the form of the building is dictated as opposed to the number of units ora density calculation. There are development standards for buildings (height,setbacks, open space, landscaping, off-street parking and design standards)that regulate the bulk of the building, but they don’t regulate density. For purposes of this question, we’ve considered anything MU-5 (five storymixed used) and above to be “high density”. I have highlighted the zoningcategories that are considered appropriate for “high density ” development. Thetotally acreage for “high density ” development is ~ 370.3 acres.
Zoning Acres Vacant Acres
M-1 1001.8 219.0
OS 489.1 11.7
R-1-7000 886.7 3.7
PL 77.0 0.1
M-2 10.6 0.99
R-1-5000 377.9 0.7
I 7.0 0
MU-2 9.5 0.5
RMF-35 44.0 0.1
MU-3 30.9 3.8
MU-6 105.1 17.3
MU-8 112.9 5.4
R-2 6.8 0.2
SR-3 3.6 0.8
BP 11.4 0
MH 38.9 2.4
JRF 96.4 24.8
RMF-45 1.2 0
SR-1 6.4 0
MU-5 55.9 6.9
Total High
Density Acreage
370.3 54.4
2) What is the current number of undeveloped acres with those zoned for highdensity housing? The above table uses county tax acreage and property type codes. Vacant LandUse Codes include 901, 902, 903, 904, 905, 906, 908, 911, 918. The totalvacant acreage of that same group is 54.4; this data is from the county andmay not be reliable, or guarantee that the land is developable. 3) What is the number of persons estimated to be housed in existing high-density zones (as opposed to the developed acres within those zones)? The Northwest Area does not have any exclusively residential high-densityzones (RMF-75). For the number of residential units in our Mixed Use zones, please refer to theExisting Conditions Report, page 35. We cannot determine the number ofpersons within these zones, as Census Tracts do not align with our zoningboundaries. Find population by Census Tract here https://maps.geo.census.gov/ddmv/map.html To get a rough estimate, we could multiple the number of residential units inMU zones (4632) by the average family household size in the Northwest (3) =13,896.
4) What is the number of acres of zoned high density housing that could bepermitted under the new plan? The Future Land Use Map DOES NOT change any existing zoning. The FutureLand Use map is a guiding tool for decision makers, identifying areas that aremost appropriate for growth. The table below shows the acreage calculations if ALL of the land we’veidentified as Community/Regional/ Urban Mixed Use in this area is eventuallyrezoned. This is an unlikely scenario, as many property owners have no desireto rezone or redevelop their property.
FLUM designation Acres
Industrial/Manufacturing 882.7
Parks and Open Space 519.9
Institutional and Public Lands 77.5
Low-Medium DensityResidential 1162.3
Moderate Density Residential 69.2
Neighborhood Mixed Use -Low Scale 32.4
Moderate-High DensityResidential 48.9
Community Mixed Use 272.5
Regional Mixed Use 181.4
Urban Core Mixed Use 74.0
Special Purpose Designations 2.2
Neighborhood Mixed Use -Medium Scale 43.0
Total high density acreageidentified in FLUM 527.9
5) What is the number of persons estimated that could be housed in highdensity numbers under the new expanded zoning? Because our zoning districts intended for high density housing development areForm Based, there are no limits on density. This, along with changing marketconditions (size of development, mix of unit types, etc), makes it difficult toanswer this question. Also because our zones are mixed use, somedevelopment may not have any residential uses in them. Additionally - 6) Please confirm that the Existing Conditions report antiicpates a naturalpopulation increase with the plan boundaries of approximately1,500 persons, as indicated in Conditions Report, Chart entitled "PopulationProjections." Accelerated growth deviations from that natural populationincrease occur after the 2040 time horizon of the draft plan.(Presumably, this is the induced population growth from high-density land-usechanges suggested in the Plan.)
The chart you are referring to takes into account many different values and thedata is produced by the Wasatch Front Regional Council (WFRC). You can viewthe data and their inputs here: https://wfrc.maps.arcgis.com/home/item.html?id=2e97653f537b4309a04dda0a7c35cfb9 7) Please state or provide a document that shows commonly used City Planningassumptions for the number of dwellings per acre that can be realized fromhigh-density residential multi-family units. I understand that 100 dwelling unitsper acre is commonly accepted value. This analysis and plan identifies 60 units or more per acre as high densityhousing.These are outlined in our description of Land Use categories, outlined in theDraft Plan Future Land Use section, starting on page 93 onward. The May 2025 Conditions Report states that is it not possible for the Planningexpert staff to predict induced population growth through the2040 planning horizon, either from the Power District itself or from otherexogenous factors. The later released 2025 WFRC Power District TransportationStudy (August 15, 2025, publically released Nov. 2025) indicates about 4,244 residential units (id. at Table 6) are planned for this 100 acre developmentdistrict. Assuming 1.25 persons per unit suggests Power District incrementalpopulation growth of about 5,305 persons. This information request relates to whether the Assessment and Draft Plancomply with the general plan requirements of Utah Code Ann. Sec.10-20-404(2) (Nov. 6, 2025) and whether signficiant change has occurred (notevaluated in other general plan components) "that warrants the creation of anew plan or an update to an adopted plan." Salt Lake City Revised Ordinances.19.06.070(B)(3).https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcodelibrary.amlegal.com%2Fcodes%2Fsaltlakecityut%2Flatest%2Fsaltlakecity_ut%2F0-0-0-106685&data=05%7C02%7Ccassie.younger%40slc.gov%7Ce0aec1bd68fc461b16fc08de5efb8a7b%7C9fa2c952dd504b06ba6a4b9bd7adda03%7C0%7C0%7C639052631644366648%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C80000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2FKbbWpr%2F6CQ9X5UGgaXwUU0%2FywanLAKvfBD3jyK9wKE%3D&reserved=0 I’ve copied some language from the 1/28 PC Staff Report in my explanation: The plan currently in place for the community, the Northwest Community Plan,was adopted in 1992, making it one of the oldest adopted Community Plans,and doesn’t reflect current Citywide goals and priorities for the area. One of theprimary purposes of updating this community plan is to address ongoing landuse concerns within this community and to align the plan with current Citywidegoals and policies.
To: Mayor Erin Mendenhall
From: Nick Norris, Planning Director
Date: August 1, 2025
Re: Petition Initiation for Northwest Community Plan Update
This memo is to formally request
that a petition be initiated to
update the Northwest
Community Plan. A map of the
associated community plan area
is shown on the right. The
process for updating the plan has
already started and the Planning
Division is preparing to start the
public review of a draft plan.
The plan currently in place for the
community, the Northwest
Community Plan, was adopted in
1992 and doesn’t reflect current
Citywide goals and priorities for the
area. One of the primary purposes
of updating this community plan is
to address ongoing land use
concerns within this community
and to align the plan with current
Citywide goals and policies.
This community plan area is
comprised of five distinct
neighborhoods, including: Rose
Park, Fairpark, Westpointe, Jordan
Meadows and a small portion of
Poplar Grove. Upon review, the
original community plan boundary
was no longer relevant to the
broader community. Staff adjusted
the boundary to eliminate the Salt
Lake City International Airport and
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to include a small portion of the neighborhood just south of North Temple Boulevard.
The Northwest Plan is one of the oldest plans in the city and does not address current city policies
that are found in other citywide plans, such as Plan Salt Lake and Growing SLC. The existing
Northwest Community Plan includes future land use designations that are not defined in the plan
which results in the plan not being able to provide clear guidance on future growth in the
community. The 1995 citywide zoning code updated all community plans that existed at the time to
match the 1995 zoning map. This has resulted in issues with the plan being insufficient to properly
manage growth and change in the area.
State Code requires cities with fixed rail transit to adopt station area plans for each station within
the city. The city adopted the North Temple Boulevard Plan about 15 years ago. After 15 years of
development along the corridor, as well as the changes expected to occur at the Rocky Mountain
Power facility, the North Temple Boulevard Plan is outdated and in need of updating to align with
changing city policies and needs. The update to the Northwest Plan will include addressing the
station area plan requirements and will replace the North Temple Boulevard plan.
General Process
The petition requested is necessary to move the plan update through the City’s formal adoption
process. As part of that, the Planning Division will follow the City’s formal adoption process,
involving contacting recognized community organizations, notifying property owners and tenants
in the area, and holding public hearings with the Planning Commission and City Council. This is in
addition to several other engagement and input opportunities that the Planning Division has
conducted.
Prior to starting the public engagement with the community, the team compiled the Northwest
Community Existing Conditions Report, which can be found here:
https://www.slcdocs.com/Planning/Projects/Community%20Plan%20Updates/Northwest%20C
ommunity%20Plan/Northwest%20Existing%20Conditions%20Report%20-%20Draft.pdf
For the first part of the project, the team presented the findings from the Existing Conditions Report
to the community to enable a conversation and feedback on the findings. For the second part of the
project, the team will be developing specific policies to address the citywide goals and community
desires and needs (the team is currently in the second phase). The final deliverables for this project
are a community plan document and zoning regulations to implement that plan. The project is
expected to take approximately eight months.
Anticipated project deliverables include:
• Draft and final community plan
• Draft and final zoning regulations (to follow plan adoption)
The intent is to develop a plan that is focused on land use, link the land use policies with other plans
such as Housing SLC, various transportation plans, and Reimagine Nature, and identify key action
items to implement the land use plan. The Planning Division envisions a plan that is easy to use,
direct, can be implemented, includes metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan, and is set up
to be updated on a more frequent basis instead of taking decades.
This memo includes a signature block to formally initiate the associated petitions. Please notify the
Planning Division when the memo is signed.
Please contact me at ext. 6173 or nick.norris@slcgov.com if you have any questions. Thank you.
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Concurrence to initiate the community plan petition as noted above.
08/01/2025
Erin Mendenhall, Mayor Date
Created:
By:
Status:
2025-08-01
Nick Norris (nick.norris@slc.gov)
Northwest Plan Update Petition Initiation
Request
Final Audit Report 2025-08-01
"Northwest Plan Update Petition Initiation Request" History
Document created by Nick Norris (nick.norris@slc.gov)
2025-08-01 - 6:35:43 PM GMT
Document emailed to Erin Mendenhall (erin.mendenhall@slc.gov) for signature
2025-08-01 - 6:36:05 PM GMT
Email viewed by Erin Mendenhall (erin.mendenhall@slc.gov)
2025-08-01 - 7:04:10 PM GMT
Document e-signed by Erin Mendenhall (erin.mendenhall@slc.gov)
Signature Date: 2025-08-01 - 7:23:34 PM GMT - Time Source: server
Agreement completed.
2025-08-01 - 7:23:34 PM GMT