Salt Lake City is advancing a massive redevelopment plan for the Power District, a project that includes the creation of a new Jordan River Fairpark District to facilitate a multi-billion dollar mixed-use community. This follows a December 10, 2024, vote by the Salt Lake City Council to approve the initial proposal for the district, which includes the potential for a Major League Baseball team and stadium.
The redevelopment is centered on a 100+ acre shovel-ready site located at approximately 1500 W North Temple. According to the Larry H. Miller Company, the project represents a $3.5 billion private investment aimed at energizing the gateway neighborhood of Utah's capital. The master plan includes the construction of 4,700 housing units designed to offer diverse price points, including 2-to-3-bedroom options for families.
Beyond residential needs, the development is slated to include 1.3 million square feet of office space designed as a corporate campus. The site will also feature 320,000 square feet of retail space and 300 hotel keys. A significant component of the corporate infrastructure is a state-of-the-art, 10-story, 300,000 square foot corporate campus for Rocky Mountain Power, which is currently under construction.
A central focus of the Power District is the restoration of the Jordan River. Larry H. Miller Real Estate announced on February 26, 2026, that Field Operations, a landscape architecture firm known for New York City's High Line, has been selected as the lead firm to design a one-mile loop of riverfront restoration. This effort aims to improve public access and restore habitats along a half-mile stretch of the river at North Temple.
Project goals for the riverfront include water-quality improvements, the reintroduction of native vegetation, and the introduction of aquatic life. Soren Simonsen, executive director of the Jordan River Commission, stated that improvements to the river help the ecosystem and the communities that rely on it. The project seeks to connect the river corridor to the broader 51-mile Parkway that links Utah Lake to the Great Salt Lake.
The creation of the Jordan River Fairpark District (JRF District) was authorized by the Salt Lake City Council on December 10, 2024, following a legislative session where the Utah Legislature adopted the Utah Fairpark Area Investment and Restoration (UFAIR) District. This zoning designation allows for significant flexibility to support large-scale redevelopment.
Under the proposed zoning, buildings within the JRF District could reach heights of up to 400 feet, with a requirement for design review for any structures exceeding 200 feet. The district was designed to have no minimum lot size, no minimum width, no setbacks, and no open space requirements. To ensure the city could participate in the district's future, the City and the developer reached an agreement before a December 31, 2024, deadline mandated by state law.
The city has established strategic partnerships to manage the growth of the area. Salt Lake City finalized an interlocal agreement with the UFAIR Board to provide essential municipal services, including water, sewer, fire, and police, to the district. This arrangement is intended to meet the growing needs of the area without placing additional demands on other city resources.
Mayor Erin Mendenhall noted that the Power District vision complements existing work along the Jordan River. She highlighted that the project demonstrates the potential of public and private investment working in the same direction, particularly in a location that may eventually host Utah's first Major League Baseball team.
The development is part of a larger effort to revitalize the Westside. During the 2024 legislative session, the Utah Legislature's adoption of the UFAIR District provided the framework for the Larry H. Miller Company and the city to collaborate on the area's revitalization.
Council Chair Victoria Petro stated during the 2024 proceedings that the project offers an opportunity to honor the Westside’s legacy while creating new opportunities for all residents. She emphasized the importance of the collaboration to ensure the district remains inclusive and accessible to the entire community.
As the project moves forward, the Utah Fairpark Area Investment and Restoration District Board continues to manage the district's evolution. The board held meetings, including a June 16, 2026, meeting, to discuss budgetary matters and the district's ongoing development plans.
