Salt Lake City Council Work Session - 09/08/2026

The Salt Lake City Council held a work session on September 8, 2026, focusing on several key topics including zoning amendments, wetland mitigation property disposition, electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure at the airport, and expanding housing options. The council discussed a resolution to extend a zoning ordinance related to a property at 247 North 800 West Extension due to ongoing appeals and administrative processes. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a proposed sale and conservation easement waiver for approximately 900 acres of wetland mitigation land near the Great Salt Lake, with plans to transfer the property to Utah Open Lands and Utah DNR, emphasizing environmental preservation and public benefit. The airport also briefed the council on its extensive EV infrastructure, including plans to shift from level two to level one chargers for public use, and the council provided input on potential fee structures. The council received a detailed briefing on the "Expanding Housing Options" zoning text amendment aimed at increasing small lot dwellings and modifying residential zoning to address housing shortages. The discussion included public engagement results, concerns about affordability, building size limits, setbacks, parking, and ownership restrictions. Council members expressed support for a mailer to inform residents about the proposed changes and to solicit broader public feedback. The meeting concluded with motions to recess into a limited formal meeting and then a closed session for attorney-client matters.