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Salt Lake City Council to Hold Hearing on Liberty Wells Rezoning

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The Salt Lake City Council will hold a public hearing on September 15, 2026, to consider a zoning and general plan amendment for properties in the Liberty Wells neighborhood. The proposal involves rezoning specific locations to allow for the construction of townhomes.

Key takeaways

  • A public hearing is scheduled for September 15, 2026, regarding zoning changes at 1990 and 2002 South 500 East.
  • The proposal aims to rezone the Liberty Wells neighborhood properties to allow for 22 four-bedroom townhomes.
  • The meeting will be held both in person at City Hall and through electronic means.
  • Castlewood Development is the petitioner for the proposed land use and zoning amendments.

The Salt Lake City Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, to consider a zoning map and general plan amendment for properties located at approximately 1990 and 2002 South 500 East, according to a September 1 notice.

The proposed ordinance would change the zoning of the properties from R-1/5000 (Single Family Residential District) to RMF-35 (Moderate Density Multi-Family District). Additionally, the proposal seeks to amend the Central Community Future Land Use Map from Low Density Residential to Medium Density Residential.

Petitioner Castlewood Development is proposing the development of 22 for-sale, four-bedroom townhomes featuring two-car garages and a playground amenity. The subject properties are situated within the Liberty Wells neighborhood in Council District 5.

The public hearing is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. and will be held via electronic means and in person at City Hall, located at 451 South State Street, Room 315. The Council may also consider rezoning the property to another district with similar characteristics.

Interested parties can review the proposed legislation using file number Z 20260140. The meeting provides opportunities for public comment via electronic or in-person attendance.

The Salt Lake City Council Office handles requests for reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities, which should be made at least two business days in advance.

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