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Show INTRODUCTION This study is a result of Master Plan Amendment #PL-91-0001, submitted by Hermes Associates Ltd. owners of the Family Center. It is their desire to expand commercial development to North Union Avenue. The Union-Family Center area is part of the Union communi ty Council. The study area boundary is Fort Union Boulevard on the North, Union Park Avenue and 1300 East on the East, South Union Avenue on the South and 900 East on the West. This study is being done as an amendment to the Union Community Master Plan prepared by Salt Lake County in 1984. This study assesses possible effects of commercial expansion on existing land use south of the Family Center. The 1984, Union community Master Plan made the following recommendations which are applicable to this study (See 1984 Plan map page 2). Land Use: The area east of the Family Center, between Union Park Avenue and the Cahoon Ditch is shown for office development. The Plan shows the remainder of the area as low to medium density residential. streets: As additional land in the area develops, Salt Lake County and surrounding municipalities should require a unified street system to insure proper circulation. To reduce non-local traffic, it is suggested that North Union Avenue be made a dead-end street east of 1000 East. If properties on the east end of North Union Avenue are developed to higher density, it is suggested that the main access not be allowed onto North Union Avenue. Access should be onto 1300 East. As development occurs, care should be taken to insure that streets and/or sidewalks are installed to afford easy pedestrian access. Historical Preservation: When properties with historic buildings are ready for development, it is suggested that rather than demolishing the pioneer buildings, they be relocated in a historical park or other suitable site and restored. Issues and Concerns: The 1984 Plan addressed the following issues and concerns of local property owners: 1. Historical Preservation; 2. Understanding the implications of future development and annexation on existing life styles; and 3. Finding solutions to the problem of increasing traffic congestion. 1 |
