Will SLC change its ‘absurd’ rules on who can live together?

Citing housing shortage, city officials consider junking a long-time ban on more than three unrelated roommates living under one roof.

(Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) The SPARK apartment complex on North Temple, Wednesday, May 7, 2025. City officials are revisiting an ordinance that caps how many roommates can live together.

Will SLC change its ‘absurd’ rules on who can live together?

Citing housing shortage, city officials consider junking a long-time ban on more than three unrelated roommates living under one roof.

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