Oct. 7, 2025 Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall declared a local emergency on Monday evening following the severe weekend storms that flooded the Rose Park area and impacted more than two dozen homes. Between Friday, Oct. 3 and Saturday, Oct. 4, approximately two and a half inches of rain fell in just 14 hours. […]| SLC.gov
Oct. 1, 2025 Salt Lake City is the cultural heart of the region, and the City is investing in community events that bring people together when shared spaces matter more than ever. Applications are open now through Nov. 1 for the 2026 Arts, Culture, and Entertainment (ACE) Grant, which will provide $300,000 in total funding to support […]| www.slc.gov
A week ago, I discovered that—on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays—Park City Transit extends its Route 9 Purple from downtown Park City over Empire Pass to serve Bonanza Flat Trailhead and Bloods Lake Trailhead. Since I had been hungry to get in some hiking and leaf peeping before the Utah weather turns from summer to winter, […] The post OPINION: Utah Needs More Transit to Trailheads appeared first on Building Salt Lake.| Building Salt Lake
A candidate trying to unseat a Salt Lake City Council incumbent is pitching a plan to voters to create more housing in the Avenues neighborhood. Here’s the idea: if Intermountain Health were to close the LDS Hospital — opting to move its services to the yet-to-be-built Downtown hospital on the old Sears Block — the […] The post What’s going to happen at LDS Hospital in the Avenues? SLC Council candidate pitches plan appeared first on Building Salt Lake.| Building Salt Lake
A proposed development in East Central at the old Office Max corner at 900 East and 400 South is moving forward after winning unanimous city approval on Wednesday evening. The Salt Lake City Planning Commission voted 7-0 to approve the design review of the Chapter SLC apartment complex, located at 410 S. 900 East, which […] The post Massive apartment project at 400 S and 900 E approved by SLC Planning Commission appeared first on Building Salt Lake.| Building Salt Lake
Members of the Salt Lake City Council opted to postpone voting on an ordinance that would create new, permanent zoning guidelines for public schools after members of the public raised issues with the proposed plans for the new West High School. The Council voted unanimously during a meeting Tuesday to postpone any action on the […] The post SLC Council postpones school zoning vote after concerns over West High designs appeared first on Building Salt Lake.| Building Salt Lake
Salt Lake City’s director of transportation Jon Larsen is leaving his post, opting to join the Utah Transit Authority.| Building Salt Lake
The Lotus Company took its next significant step in recent days to move forward with its mixed-use development of a key parcel just south of Downtown Salt Lake City. Fresh off the design review approval for its planned development at 48 W. 700 S., Lotus requested approval to demolish the former Rick Warner Body Shop […] The post Lotus moves forward with development at shuttered Rick Warner auto shop in South Downtown appeared first on Building Salt Lake.| Building Salt Lake
The historic Clift Building recently underwent a facelift of its lobby and lounge areas after a change in ownership.| Building Salt Lake
As nationwide data on multi-family residential continues to roll in, there’s no mistaking it – we’re in a slump. While the Salt Lake market continues to hold its own nationally for new multi-family permits issued over the last year, architects’ business conditions–leading indicators of development activity–continue to soften. Let’s take a look at some national […] The post Housing numbers continue to look bleak nationwide appeared first on Building Salt Lake.| Building Salt Lake
Local developers want a rezone to build The Citizen 2, a multifamily complex, behind the existing Citizen apartment complex in Central City.| Building Salt Lake
The Utah Housing Corp has approved federal and state LIHTC funds to pay for affordable housing projects around Salt Lake City.| Building Salt Lake
Utah Housing Corporation created the Condominium Construction Loan Program, which will provide loans to developers to build for sale condos.| Building Salt Lake
To my surprise, Chicago was much more kid-friendly than Salt Lake City. But it wasn't without its downfalls. Here are some takeaways.| Building Salt Lake
Sugar House residents can anticipate changes to Fairmont Park, as Salt Lake City officials have released concepts for potential changes.| Building Salt Lake
Over a dozen for-sale townhomes could be built on Jefferson St. in the Central 9th neighborhood if approved by Salt Lake City officials.| Building Salt Lake
With street reconstruction completed ahead of schedule, Sugar Fest welcomes public back to Sugar House on Oct. 4 Sept. 25, 2025 After years of planning and 18 months of street reconstruction, 2100 South is officially open and safer than ever. The heart of Sugar House now features smooth pavement with brand-new utilities, safer crossings, and […]| SLC.gov
Sept. 2, 2025 Have an idea to improve your Salt Lake City neighborhood? The best ideas often come from outside city hall. Salt Lake City is currently accepting applications from residents, neighborhood groups, and neighborhood business district organizations for its Capital Improvement Program (CIP) through 11:59 p.m., Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Each year, the City sets aside funding […]| SLC.gov
August 28, 2025 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui The Salt Lake City Department of Public Lands’ Special Events office is updating its event permitting application process to better evaluate the resources needed to support public safety, minimize impacts on surrounding neighborhoods, and further protect all individuals’ First Amendment rights. “Our City is […]| SLC.gov
Aug. 22, 2025 Beginning Sunday, August 24, crews will start the paving portion of the 1300 East Improvements Project to replace aged pavement and create safer conditions for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. The first section of paving work will take place between 2100 South and I-80, continuing through mid-September. Once this stretch is complete, crews will move […]| SLC.gov
July 28, 2025 Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall and Salt Lake City Department of Public Utilities Director Laura Briefer provided an update following the Millcreek grass fire that ignited on Salt Lake City-owned property on Friday, July 25, 2025. “First and foremost, I’m incredibly grateful there were no serious injuries associated with this fire, […]| www.slc.gov
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Twelve of 27 City-led actions now complete and ongoing; progress highlighted in newly published report July 16, 2025 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall and Salt Lake City Police Department Chief Brian Redd provided a six-month update on the City’s Public Safety Plan, outlining major […]| www.slc.gov
July 10, 2025 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Salt Lake City officials will reopen a section of the Jordan River Parkway Trail to the public on Friday, July 11. This stretch of trail has been closed between Cottonwood Park and 700 North since April while city teams and the Salt […]| www.slc.gov
June 26, 2025 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Salt Lake City continues to increase residents’ access to fresh, healthy, affordable, and culturally relevant food by funding 12 community food projects through the Sustainability Department’s 2025 SLC Food Microgrant program. This year, over $56,500 in funding was granted to community-led projects […]| www.slc.gov
June 4, 2025 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Downtown Salt Lake City’s signature summer experience is back every weekend in June Open Streets returns to Salt Lake City this weekend, transforming Main Street into a pedestrian-first destination every Friday and Saturday in June from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m. With […]| www.slc.gov
Rock Canyon Poets are proud to announce they will be reading poetry for the sixth time at The Round stage on Friday, June 20, 2025 from 3:00 – 8:45 p.m. as literary artists for the Utah Arts …| Rock Canyon Poets
May 19, 2025 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Salt Lake City’s West-East Connections (WEConnect) Study is kicking off a two-year process with an in-person open house from 5:30-7 p.m. on May 21 at Edison Elementary School (430 South Cheyenne Street), as well as an online survey. The study aims to identify solutions to […]| www.slc.gov
May 13, 2025 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui The Salt Lake City Council recently approved a $100,000 Economic Development Loan Fund (EDLF) loan for Cold Plunge Coffee, a new café and cold plunge business located at 457 E. 300 South, Suite D. Cold Plunge Coffee, which opened in March, blends […]| www.slc.gov
It doesn’t matter if you’re an avid camper or a serious country music fan, there’s something for every kind of visitor to unpack in Southern Utah.| Forbes Travel Guide Stories
May 1, 2025 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Salt Lake City is enabling residents, businesses, and organizations to revitalize neighborhoods with volunteer-led projects, one block at a time, through mini-grants. Applications for the next round of Love Your Block mini-grants open on May 1. “No one knows what a neighborhood […]| www.slc.gov
March 3, 2025 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall has named Kim Shelley as her recommendation to lead the City’s Department of Public Lands. “Our public lands shape the way Salt Lakers experience our communities, from the parks where we gather to the trails that […]| www.slc.gov
This is my food recommendations for Salt Lake City list, updated for 2019! I arrived in SLC seven years ago in a tumble of culinary sorrow. I’d been writing food for the LA Times during graduate school, and I had to … Continue reading →| Objectionable
Jan. 22, 2025 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui The loan will help the new owners of City Cakes & Cafe The Salt Lake City Council recently approved a $100,000 Economic Development Loan Fund (EDLF) loan for City Cakes & Cafe, a local vegan and gluten-free bakery located at 1860 S. […]| www.slc.gov
Jan. 10, 2025 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui The Redevelopment Agency of Salt Lake City proudly begins a new chapter in its history with the announcement of a new name. The 55-year-old organization will officially be known as the Salt Lake City Community Reinvestment Agency, reflecting its mission to reinvest […]| www.slc.gov
Jan. 8, 2025 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Salt Lake City officials and community leaders celebrated the opening of the City’s newest affordable housing development, commemorating another milestone of historic investment in affordable housing since 2021. Located at 144 S. 500 East, the 144 South apartments are just minutes from […]| www.slc.gov
If you’re looking for an epic peak to bag near Salt Lake City, The Pfeifferhorn should be at the top of your list. It is a triangular shaped peak located in the Lone Peak Wilderness Area of the Wasatch Mountains. The route to this peak boasts alpine lakes, stacked mountain views, and an exciting knife [...] The post The Pfeifferhorn: An Epic Hike Near Salt Lake City appeared first on Karabou Adventures.| Karabou Adventures
Dec. 13, 2024 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Seven community members and organizations were recognized by the Salt Lake City Human Rights Commission on Thursday evening for their positive impact and advocacy in advancing human rights in the capital city. “These awards are a powerful reminder that each of us […]| www.slc.gov
Dec. 6, 2024 Final plans for the reconstruction of 600/700 North are complete, and Salt Lake City is excited to unveil them at an open house next week. The public is invited to see the plans and talk to the project team at an Open House from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 10, at Backman […]| www.slc.gov
Nov. 14, 2024 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Paréa was recently approved for an Economic Development Loan Fund loan from Salt Lake City’s Department of Economic Development The Salt Lake City Council recently approved a $350,000 Economic Development Loan Fund (EDLF) loan for Paréa, a casual restaurant/market located at 320 […]| www.slc.gov
Oct. 30, 2024 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Salt Lake City and the Community Development Corporation of Utah (CDCU) have launched two new programs to provide critical support for renters: the Tenant Resource Center and the Relocation Assistance Fund for Tenants (RAFT). The announcement comes as the City marks the […]| www.slc.gov
Oct. 22, 2024 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui In anticipation of upcoming winter weather, Salt Lake City’s landscaping equipment exchange program will directly help residents recycle gas-powered wintertime tools, further expanding the City’s efforts to reduce air pollution. As part of the City’s Clean Air SLC initiative, the program is […]| www.slc.gov
Plan the ultimate Salt Lake City to Yellowstone road trip with this detailed guide, including must-see stops, scenic routes, and insider tips.| Well Planned Journey
Oct. 1, 2024 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Salt Lake City is growing its support of the arts and cultural events in 2025, with increased funding totaling $300,000 for community-organized celebrations. Grant applications are now open for Salt Lake City’s Arts, Culture, and Entertainment (ACE) Fund for 2025. Since 2012, […]| www.slc.gov
Sept. 16, 2024 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Welcoming America, a national nonprofit organization, announced today that Salt Lake City has achieved the 3-star Certified Welcoming designation. “Salt Lake City is a place committed to ensuring that every individual, no matter their background, feels a sense of belonging here,” said […]| www.slc.gov
July 30, 2024 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui The Salt Lake City Council recently approved a $350,000 Economic Development Loan Fund (EDLF) loan for Shades of Pale Inc, also known as Shades Brewery. The loan will assist in the buildout of their new Salt Lake City location at 1388 S. […]| www.slc.gov
July 18, 2024 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Mayor Mendenhall and the Salt Lake City Sustainability Department have announced the groups that have been awarded funding through the 2024 SLC Community Food Microgrant program. This year, the second the program has been offered, the grant program provided over $40,000 in […]| www.slc.gov
July 1, 2024 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Open Streets programming is returning to downtown Salt Lake City’s Main Street for two weekends this summer: Friday and Saturday, July 12-13, and July 19-20. Between 100 South and 200 South, Main Street will be closed to automobile traffic and transformed into […]| www.slc.gov
Eats Bakery was recently approved for an Economic Development Loan Fund loan from The Salt Lake City Department of Economic Development June 25, 2024 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui The Salt Lake City Council recently approved a $100,000 Economic Development Loan Fund (EDLF) loan for Eats Bakery. The loan would assist […]| www.slc.gov
Maximize your one day in Salt Lake City with this itinerary, Find hot springs, where to go on the Great Salt Lake, and the best night hike of the city!| Day Trip Nomad
