Salt Lake City: Official Development News Thread - Part 5

[bob rulz]

That's just the staging area for Tower 8 construction. There are plans for an apartment tower there, but we may have to wait to see where the market is at after Kensington, Liberty Sky, etc are built.

[bob rulz]

A revised zoning proposal for the Fleet Block is up for review. The biggest change since the last review is that ALL lots facing 900 South on that block will be required to have ground-floor uses, and outdoor manufacturing won't be allowed. Unfortunately the height restriction wasn't raised (currently up to 125' with a design review) but that's really my only complaint. Basically all land uses are allowed except for single-family homes and duplexes.

Another interesting tidbit I found within the document:

It is also important to note that this zoning is intended to be applied throughout the Granary area in the long term.

http://www.slcdocs.com/Planning/Plan...f%20Report.pdf

[scottharding]

There was a backhoe at Block 67 today, ripping up concrete and demolishing the gate booths.

[stayinginformed]

Originally Posted by scottharding

There was a backhoe at Block 67 today, ripping up concrete and demolishing the gate booths.

Yay! Getting rid of a surface parking lot--one down 743 to go.

[Orlando]

Originally Posted by scottharding

There was a backhoe at Block 67 today, ripping up concrete and demolishing the gate booths.

Awesome!

[Pencil]

"Salt Lake City Is Thinking Big To Keep Pace With Growth"
https://www.forbes.com/sites/brendar...e-with-growth/

[Atlas]

Originally Posted by Pencil

"Salt Lake City Is Thinking Big To Keep Pace With Growth"
https://www.forbes.com/sites/brendar...e-with-growth/

I wish the Kensington Tower was under construction like the article says

[Pencil]

I had to double check to see if it was actually under construction but we still have to wait at least a year

[Rileybo]

Hey all, long-time lurker here. Thought I’d join the conversation!

[Atlas]

Originally Posted by Rileybo

Hey all, long-time lurker here. Thought I’d join the conversation!

Welcome!

[ThePusherMan]

Originally Posted by scottharding

There was a backhoe at Block 67 today, ripping up concrete and demolishing the gate booths.

Which project is this again?

[stayinginformed]

Originally Posted by ThePusherMan

Which project is this again?

Kitty-corner from the Jazz Arena.

[Pencil]

Block 67 recap from RDA meeting earlier today "the Board adopted a resolution that approved a tax increment reimbursement agreement between the RDA, Garn Development Company, and the Ritchie Group for the large-scale mixed-use development on Block 67 North. Located at the northwest corner of the block bounded by 100 South, 200 South, 200 West and 300 West, the proposed project would ultimately include residential, commercial and office space, as well as a large parking structure. Discussion included good faith considerations for the betterment and revitalization of Japantown, which will receive 10% of the tax increment for design improvements, including "good neighbor conditions" to accommodate services during festivals and events, streetscape and lot improvement options, and a public benefit in the form of a mid-block walkway. Phase 1 of the project is expected to be completed in April 2020."

[bob rulz]

April 2020 seems like an awfully ambitious target date for the completion of phase 1. Still, it's good to know that we're finally seeing some activity at Block 67! If it lives up to the promise that's been shown, it will be a HUGE asset for downtown.

[Utahn]

I had exactly the same thoughts when I read that! There's almost no way they could finish the whole first phase by April 2020. Nonetheless, like you said, it's great to finally see this project underway. I'm excited!

Originally Posted by bob rulz

April 2020 seems like an awfully ambitious target date for the completion of phase 1. Still, it's good to know that we're finally seeing some activity at Block 67! If it lives up to the promise that's been shown, it will be a HUGE asset for downtown.

[delts145]

Originally Posted by ThePusherMan

Which project is this again?

Block 67 - Phase I, The West Quarter

Originally Posted by scottharding

December 10th - There was a backhoe at Block 67 today, ripping up concrete and demolishing the parking lot gate booths.

Originally Posted by meman

December 5th - Constructiion fencing is going up around the West Quarter site today!!

Looks like another big project is imminent!!

Jacobsen is partnering with The Ritchie Group and Garn Development to build Phase I of The Block 67 Project. The West Quarter, a multi-use development that will help define the emerging sports and entertainment district in downtown Salt Lake City. The project — adjacent to Vivint Smart Home Arena — will feature more than 650 residential units, a mid-block street with access to 200 South and 300 West, and a subterranean parking garage. The scope of work also includes more than 100,000 square feet of retail space, 430,000 square feet of office space and a 271-room hotel.

Phase I, The West Quarter

http://www.jacobsenconstruction.com/...1-1370x580.jpg


Massing depiction of Phase II of the Block 67 Project

https://images1.loopnet.com/i2/q_-ca.../112/image.jpg

[FullCircle]

I'm almost positive the earlier plans called for these buildings being hotels, or at least one of them, but it sounds like they are all residential now. I wonder why that changed?

[Makid]

Originally Posted by FullCircle

I'm almost positive the earlier plans called for these buildings being hotels, or at least one of them, but it sounds like they are all residential now. I wonder why that changed?

The current plans are:

Phase 1 consists of an 11 story residential building and an 11 story, co-branded hotel (Aloft and Element).

Phase 2 consists of a 6-7 story residential building, a 26 story residential tower, a 20ish story Hotel tower, and a 375' commercial tower. The last 3 structures will all be built on a single connected podium.

Phase 2 is set to begin sometime in 2024 once the Post Office lease ends.

[Pencil]

"Salt Lake City approves $15 million loan for huge downtown parking garage"
https://www.sltrib.com/news/2019/12/...city-approves/

[nushiof]

Great stuff happening.

Does anyone have an update on the Convention Center Hotel? Groundbreaking date? Operator? I thought we'd know that stuff before year end.

Once the CCH breaks ground, we'll have 4 major projects in the works!