Opinion: The relevance of the S-Line
For decades, a corridor approximately 66 feet wide and two miles long sat relatively unused. Lying half in South Salt Lake and half in Salt…
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REGISTER NOW: BSL Events to host Missing Middle Housing discussion and tour
Fresh off a successful kickoff event, Building Salt Lake is preparing to host an informational session and tour that’s focused on a bygone and misunderstood…
Editorial: Utah cities could connect by passenger rail in 5 years if a state agency can coordinate billions in federal funding
In recent years, the Wasatch Front has enjoyed the addition of commuter rail, light rail, and a streetcar. However, options are still limited for those…
GUEST OPINION: Backing GREENbike SLC, the underdog in the micromobility race
By David Osokow Whether you’re aware of it or not, Salt Lake City is going through a transportation revolution that seeks to shape the quality…
Editorial: the City needs more low-stress bikeways not less
In a region plagued by poor air quality, Salt Lake City leaders should be doing all they can to encourage people to get out of…
Complete Streets Ordinance needs to be part of revenue conversation
Building Salt Lake has regularly argued the need for more complete streets and their impact on walkability, vibrancy and traffic congestion. But with the Funding our Future campaign…
Editorial: State leaders need to recognize Salt Lake’s regional role
Friction between leaders in blue cities with leaders in their respective red home states is not uncommon and is indicative of America’s larger urban/rural divide. …
Editorial: Mayor Biskupski is conspicuously silent on Billboard bill
Immediately after Salt Lake City Mayor Biskupski’s office received word that SB234 was advancing in the 2018 Utah Legislative session, she rightly condemned state leaderships’ attempt…
Editorial: Now is the time for more complete streets
Building Salt Lake has covered intensively the vibrancy gaps in Salt Lake City. Vibrancy is important because it encourages people to get out of their cars…
Editorial: More collaboration and accountability needed in mayor/council relationship
In the final days of 2017, Building Salt Lake received two distinctly different media releases from Salt Lake City’s two governing bodies, the City Council and…
Editorial: ADUs must be allowed citywide if we want to be an equitable city
The idea of using Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to address affordable housing was relatively new in 2013 when former Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker first…
Opinion: To build better neighborhoods, speak out (and be heard!)
You may have been surprised (or worse) by a building or planning project in your neighborhood that seemed to appear out of nowhere. If so,…
