This historic Latter-day Saint meetinghouse may not be torn down after all

After community outpouring in support of 29th Ward in Fairpark, owner halts his demolition bid — for now — in advance of a potential sale.

(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) The 29th LDS Ward House, at 1102 W. 400 North in Salt Lake City on Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021.

(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) The 29th LDS Ward House, at 1102 W. 400 North in Salt Lake City on Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021.

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