Salt Lake City has selected two national development partners to begin redeveloping the northern parcels of the Fleet Block, a project that will transform the former municipal maintenance site into mixed-use housing and retail space. The city announced Tuesday that Mercy Housing and Brinshore Development have been chosen for the northeast and northwest sites, respectively.
New Mixed-Use Development
The selection follows a request for qualifications issued by the city in May. A committee composed of city staff, nonprofit leaders, and community members conducted a thorough review of proposals before choosing the two development partners, according to a statement from the City of Salt Lake.
Infrastructure and Connectivity
The redevelopment focuses on two northern parcels located along 800 South and 300/400 West. These sites are intended for mixed-use developments that incorporate both residential housing and retail space.
In addition to the new buildings, the city plans to construct mid-block streets to improve pedestrian safety and connectivity within the Granary District and Central Ninth neighborhoods. The city has already secured $3.9 million to support the creation of these City-owned and maintained streets.
Public Open Space and Art
The 8.75-acre property, which the City of Salt Lake owned for vehicle fleet maintenance and public works operations until 2009, is being transitioned into a community space. The Public Lands Department is leading the creation of a three-acre public open space on the southeastern corner of the block.
The Salt Lake City Arts Council has identified the site for a public artwork commission that will be integrated with the new open space. Officials stated that both the park and the artwork are intended to reflect themes of social justice, representing a welcoming and inclusive city.
Community Benefits and Timeline
The project will utilize Salt Lake City’s first Community Benefits Agreement (CBA), a formal framework designed to ensure developers meet neighborhood priorities. This agreement allows local representatives and future developers to commit to specific community goals, such as reserving retail space for local businesses or providing housing for first responders.
While the city is currently preparing for development design concepts, a final preferred vision for the public open space is expected to be determined by late 2026. Construction on the open space and the installation of the commissioned artwork are anticipated to begin in late 2027.
A Decade of Planning
The redevelopment of the Fleet Block has been a long-term effort, with the city working on environmental remediation and rezoning for over a decade. Following the relocation of fleet services in 2009, the city began identifying the block for redevelopment in 2015.
Developers are now beginning work on design concepts, which they will present to neighborhood groups and community councils in the coming months.
