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.

Garages

Download design standards for garages and other accessory buildings (as Adobe Acrobat PDF file.)

Policy: Historic accessory structures should be preserved when feasible. This may include preserving the structure in its present condition, rehabilitating it or executing an adaptive use so that the accessory structure provides new functions. Construct new garages to be compatible with the primary structure. Use roof forms and materials that are similar to the historic building. Appropriate materials include horizontal siding made of wood, hardboard or cement fiber, brick, and in some cases, stucco. Aluminum and vinyl siding may not be used as the wall material for accessory building, but vinyl and aluminum fascia and soffit are acceptable. Traditionally, garages were sited as a separate structure at the rear of the lot; this pattern should be maintained. Attached garages are not appropriate in most cases.

Most proposals for new garages are approved through administrative or Architectural Subcommittee review. Proposals for garages over 600 square feet and garages that are taller than a single story must be reviewed by the full Historic Landmark Commission. Consult the Design Guidelines and Section 21A.34.020.H of the Salt Lake City Zoning Ordinance for the standards the Historic Landmark Commission uses in evaluating accessory buildings and garages, or contact the Planning staff for further information.