Planning Commission - 2026-01-28
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Meeting Summary
The Planning Commission recommended MU-8 zoning (instead of the requested MU-5) for the Housing Authority of Salt Lake City's Mansell Manor properties at 1726 Jefferson Street, 1750 Jefferson Circle, and 179 B Southwest Temple by a 3-2 vote. The commission also tabled the Northwest Community Plan update for further refinement and received a work session briefing on the Capitol Hill Community Plan update.
Key Decisions (4)
Rezoning at Mansell Manor (1726 Jefferson St, 1750 Jefferson Circle, 179 B SW Temple)
Housing Authority of Salt Lake City requested rezoning from MU-11, RMF-35, and MU-8 to MU-5 for lot consolidation and future development of 160-200 units. Commission recommended MU-8 instead of MU-5 to maintain zoning continuity with adjacent parcels. Conditions include 15% of future units at 80% AMI or below, replacement of 20 existing townhome units with same bedroom count and rent rates, and tenant relocation assistance.
Consent Agenda - Preliminary Subdivision at 344 West 400 North
Approval of minutes from January 14 and preliminary subdivision and planned development at approximately 344 West 400 North.
Northwest Community Plan Update
Staff presented draft community plan organized around 13 guiding principles from Plan Salt Lake, including future land use map with mixed-use designations along corridors (300 North, 600 North, 1000 North, 900 West, 1200 West, Redwood Road). Commission requested staff address integration with North Point Small Area Plan and return at later date.
Motion to Study Immigration Detention Facility Zoning Restrictions
Commissioner Rosenfield moved to direct staff to research zoning amendments that would prohibit public and private construction or use of facilities for immigration detention and enforcement. Motion failed.
Zoning Changes (1)
1726 Jefferson Street, 1750 Jefferson Circle, 179 B Southwest Temple
Housing Authority of Salt Lake City
Development Activity (2)
Mansell Manor Redevelopment
Estimated 160-200 units on consolidated parcels currently containing 20 townhomes, office and storage building, and vacant land. 15% of units to be at 80% AMI. Existing 20 townhomes to be replaced with same bedroom count and rent rates.
Power District Development
Approximately 4,000 units planned per published numbers. Development agreement exists between city and property owner for the Rocky Mountain Power site.
Market Signals (5)
Housing Demand
Housing Authority pursuing lot consolidation and rezoning to enable 160-200 unit development, indicating continued demand for affordable and market-rate multifamily housing in the Ballpark area.
Sentiment
Ballpark Community Council expressed strong desire for homeownership opportunities in their 80% renter-occupied neighborhood, signaling potential market for for-sale housing products.
Infrastructure
Water table at approximately 8 feet depth in Jefferson Street area limits underground parking to single level, affecting development feasibility and construction costs.
Housing Demand
Capitol Hill area grew 29% over 23 years compared to 12% citywide, with 82% of growth concentrated in Guadalupe neighborhood, indicating strong demand in northwest Salt Lake City.
Commercial Demand
Northwest Community Plan identifies need for small-scale neighborhood commercial along corridors including 300 North, 600 North, 1000 North, 900 West, 1200 West, and Redwood Road.