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Trader Joe's signals it's opening another store in Salt Lake County

1 week ago | buildingsaltlake.com | Jacob Scholl

It seems that a certain grocery store chain has more up its sleeve for the Wasatch Front. A recent state meeting hinted at a new Trader Joe’s location that could be opened in Holladay in the near future. Though the company has not confirmed that’s the case, it’s common practice for the company to avoid giving a confirmation until shortly before the location is set to open.
How to ruin a fledgling bike network

1 week ago | buildingsaltlake.com | Jacob Scholl

Downtown bike commuters may have to wait for more off-street space on 300 West as part of the continued fallout from Senate Bill 195, which added an extra layer of scrutiny on Salt Lake City transportation initiatives. A crucial connection on the 300 West Bikeway, part of the recent 300 West reconstruction, won’t be developed, according to an update posted on the city’s website for the project.
Townhomes on 2100 South sound get thumbs up from Planning Commission

1 week ago | buildingsaltlake.com | Jacob Scholl

A slate of 22 new townhomes could join similar developments along 2100 South in Liberty Wells, as the Salt Lake City Planning Commission voted Wednesday to move forward with the plans with a taller building height than typically allowed in the zone. The project — located at 377 E. 2100 South and named the 21st 400 E. Townhomes — was quickly approved by commissioners in a unanimous vote.
Holladay Planning Commission gives thumbs up to new Emigration Brewing location

1 week ago | buildingsaltlake.com | Jacob Scholl

A Salt Lake City gastropub could soon have its second location, as members of the Holladay Planning Commission voted earlier this month to move forward with plans for a mixed-use development along Highland Drive. On May 6, the city’s Planning Commission approved a site plan amendment for Emigration Brewing Company’s new location, which would be located at 5025 Highland Drive. The plans also include an eight-unit residential development behind the planned restaurant.
Salt Lake City bullish on street performance after construction push

2 weeks ago | buildingsaltlake.com | Jacob Scholl

It’s been over six years since Salt Lake City voters approved the Funding our Future street reconstruction bond, and city officials are approaching the end of their list of roads to improve — just in the nick of time. Since the 2018 vote, the bond has not only paid for reconstructing dozens of roads throughout Salt Lake City, but also improvements to bike trails and upgraded bus lines in cooperation with the Utah Transit Authority.
Salt Lake City won’t renew resident e-bike voucher program in its next budget

2 weeks ago | buildingsaltlake.com | Jacob Scholl

Salt Lake City has nixed its popular e-bike voucher program, as the proposed budget from Mayor Erin Mendenhall doesn’t include funding for the program in Fiscal Year 2026. Though Mendenhall said the e-bike program wasn’t included in her newly proposed budget to the city, she told Building Salt Lake she’s hoping to revive the program in future years.
Blaser demolishes historic Pickle building, risking $6M in tax credits

2 weeks ago | buildingsaltlake.com | Taylor Anderson

The developer behind a project that sought to save and retrofit a pair of neighboring historic properties in the Granary District is facing potentially lost public funding and a development delay after tearing down one of the buildings. Blaser Ventures obtained permission to tear down the building known as Pickle, at 741 S. 400 W., last week before carrying out the work Wednesday morning.
Developers pitch college student housing complex at OfficeMax site along 400 South

2 weeks ago | buildingsaltlake.com | Jacob Scholl

Developers want to cater a massive redevelopment in Salt Lake City’s East Central neighborhood to college students, hoping that market will occupy an apartment complex consisting of nearly two acres of land along 400 South. In total, the complex could hold 696 beds if all units are leased out. The project — located at 410 South 900 East and dubbed Chapter SLC in plans submitted to Salt Lake City — includes 252 units of housing along one of the city’s busiest streets.
New Magnum E-Bike store opens its doors in Trolley Square next to Whole Foods

3 weeks ago | buildingsaltlake.com | Jacob Scholl

A Salt Lake City-based e-bike company has upgraded to a new flagship store at Trolley Square in the city’s Central City neighborhood. On Friday, Magnum E-Bikes cut the ribbon on its new location, found at Suite C102 in the shopping center, next to Whole Foods. A certain fan of Magnum E-Bikes was on hand to help cut the ribbon — Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall. The mayor said that not only do Salt Lake City bike police officers ride Magnum E-Bikes, she’s been riding Magnum e-bikes for years.
Ogden RDA approves TIF funds for 101 apartments near downtown

3 weeks ago | buildingsaltlake.com | Jacob Scholl

Ogden city leaders approved a resolution Tuesday that would offer tax-increment financing for a new apartment building near downtown and the renovation of an existing nearby office building. During an Ogden Redevelopment Agency meeting, members of the Ogden City Council voted unanimously to approve the use of TIF funds to be used for the Malakite Apartments, which would be located at 2637 Adams Avenue.