Category Archives: Policy/Legislative
Lake Powell bounces back — but for how long?
Captured runoff reflooded natural wonders, while laying bare competing visions for Glen Canyon in the water-starved West.
APA Utah Legislative Position Statement
The Utah Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA UT) recognizes that housing is a statewide issue that requires action at both the state and local levels. We support a thoughtful and collaborative approach to finding a solution that considers our communities’ diverse needs.
The Sleeping Giant Stirs!
Starting into the second half of the legislative session, things are starting to pick up on the housing and land use fronts.
Decadeslong effort to regrow Utah’s vanishing salt flats may have backfired
The iconic Utah landscape that has served as a backdrop for endless Instagram photos and land-speed records keeps shrinking.
Lawmakers turn to Utah Lake to help rescue Great Salt Lake. Will dredging be part of the solution?
Former governor says the plan will be state led, not influenced by a developer.
APA UT Luncheon and Networking Event on Affordable Housing
Join APA UT, March 13th for lunch and a discussion about housing affordability with Steve Waldrip.
Governor Cox Addresses the Legislature
“The most pressing challenges in our state today relate to growth.”- Governor Cox
Reaching for Air: The Salt Lake Valley’s pollution problem can be solved. Will Utah leaders act?
Experts urge public transit and clean energy, and spending political capital, with an Olympic deadline looming.
Collaboration- That’s What It’s All About And A Few More Bills
Bill about minimum lot size for all urban communities, eminent domain, water efficiency, and wildlife a planning bill.
We are already tracking 15 bills – historic!
It is shaping up to be a “historic” legislative session for planning and land use bills.
Utah officials unveil key design details for new suburban neighborhood at The Point
You may recognize a familiar face in this article about The Point. Congrats Soren Simonsen!
It Begins-And the Montana Miracle Glitches
Bills are beginning to pop out…
