SALT LAKE CITY HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION

The Historic Landmark Commission (HLC) reviews all applications for landmark sites, demolition and new construction within locally-designated historic districts. They do not review interior work or exterior paint color, only exterior alterations. The majority of the projects presented to the HLC are either approved as submitted or with modifications.

Demolition of Contributing Building

Download information about demolition of a contributing building (as Adobe Acrobat PDF file).

Download application for demolition of contributing building (as Adobe Acrobat PDF file).

The Historic Landmark Commission can allow the demolition of contributing structure in a locally-designated historic district in three instances: If the applicant can prove that the denial of demolition would cause an economic hardship to the owner. If the building official determines that the building poses a threat to public health and safety. If the applicant meets six of seven criteria outlined in Section 21A.34.020.L.1 of the Salt Lake City Zoning Ordinance. The procedure for determining economic hardship is a separate process. For more information, contact the Planning staff, this website, and Section 21A.34.020.L of the Salt Lake City Zoning Ordinance.