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Acquisition of AXIS Building for Salt Palace Expansion and Parking

Summary

The county is purchasing the AXIS building and its parking garage for $23 million using visitor hotel taxes. This secures necessary administrative offices and parking stalls for Visit Salt Lake and Legends Global while the Salt Palace undergoes major renovations.

At a glance

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Last discussed Jul 21, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

$23,000,000 funded entirely through Transient Room Tax revenues without property tax increases.

✅Who benefits

Convention visitors, local taxpayers, and downtown hospitality partners who rely on efficient convention bookings and parking.

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