Expanding Housing Options
What is Expanding Housing Options?
Expanding Housing Options is a change to zoning rules that would give property owners in lower-density neighborhoods more options for how they use their property. The changes would make it possible to build more types of housing, like smaller homes and townhomes, while still preserving the character and unique qualities of each neighborhood.
This initiative does not require anyone to build new housing. Instead, it provides flexibility—whether a homeowner wants to add a second unit, create space to age in place, build starter homes for future generations, or simply leave their property as it is. Any new housing that is built should fit the scale of the neighborhood and be priced at attainable levels, whether for rent or ownership.
The goal is to create gentle infill opportunities that fit in with the character of low-density Salt Lake City neighborhoods.
To learn more about the specifics of the proposal, click the “Learn More & Engage” button or continue reading the information below.
Share Your Input
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This is the first of many opportunities to provide feedback on this project. Public comment is expected to remain open for at least several months, after which the Planning Commission and City Council will both hold public hearings on the project. Additional public engagement events will be scheduled in the coming months.
The proposal includes several key components:
- Creating new zoning regulations that would allow small single-family dwellings, duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, and townhomes (up to four units) on smaller lots.
- Modifying the R-1, R-2, SR-1 & SR-1A development standards, including lot dimensions, setbacks, building heights, lot coverage allowances, and other changes.
- Changes to the flag lot standards.
The proposal does not:
- Eliminate single-family zoning or the R-1, R-2, SR-1 and SR-1A districts.
- Prohibit the construction of new single-family homes.
- Require all new construction or expansions to follow the Small Lot Dwelling standards.
- Remove any Historic Overlay protections.
- Modify the zoning map.
Why is the City Proposing This?
The City Council asked the Planning Division to prepare amendments to the single- and two-family zoning districts. These amendments are focused on two primary goals: making housing more attainable and providing more housing options for families at all stages of life.
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Phases
Proposal Review & Public Input
We want to hear from you!
Click the "Learn More & Engage" button above to learn more and share your comments!
Your input will help the Planning Division understand what matters most to you when it comes to housing in your neighborhood! All public comments will be included in the Staff Report, which is reviewed by the Planning Commission, Historic Landmarks Commission, and City Council.
Please join us for the following events!
District 5 Town Hall with Council member Carlsen
- When: March 25th from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
- Where: Horizonte Instructional Learning Center, 1234 S Main Street
Public Open House (Central Neighborhoods)
- When: March 31st from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
- Where: Salt Lake City Main Library, 210 E 400 S
Public Open House (Eastside Neighborhoods)
- When: April 13 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
- Where: The Neighborhood Hive, 2065 E 2100 S, SLC, UT 84108
Review Information Sheets
Review Proposal Drafts
- Draft Small Lot Development Proposal
- Draft Definitions of Terms Amendment Proposal
- Draft R-1 Residential Single-Family Proposal
- Draft R-2 Single- and Two-Family Proposal
- Draft SR-1 & SR-1A Special Development Pattern Proposal
- Draft Flag Lot Proposal
- Draft Table of Permitted and Conditional Uses for Residential Districts Amendment Proposal
Upcoming and ongoing events in this phase
- Apr13
In Person Engagement: Public Open House (Eastside Neighborhoods)
Upcoming and ongoing events
Event date: April 13th, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
2065 East 2100 South
Past events
Event date: March 31st, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
210 East 400 South
2 registrants
Event date: March 25th, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
1234 South Main Street
1 registrant
Event date: March 19th, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
375 1530 East
Event date: March 12th, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
1383 South 900 West
Event date: March 7th, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
209 East 500 South
1 registrant
Event date: February 24th, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
2166 South 1700 East
Event date: February 14th, 2026 from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM.
1628 West 700 North
Event date: February 6th, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
450 South 200 East