Housing + Homelessness
Mike Anderson, KSLTV.com
Kaysville homeowners show up in large numbers to oppose warming center
More than a hundred homeowners packed the Davis County Commission chambers to oppose a warming center that is set to come to their community.2 years ago
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com
Salt Lake Valley Habitat for Humanity expands to include Davis County
Around 18 months ago, the Habitat for Humanity serving Weber and Davis counties closed, so the Salt Lake Valley chapter stepped in.2 years ago
Jacob Freeman, KSL TV
Two dogs rescued from Trolley Square house fire
Two people have been displaced after a Trolley Square house fire. Two dogs were also rescued from the fire on Saturday.2 years ago
Adam Small
Kaysville city leaders and many residents pushing back on proposed code blue shelter
City leaders and many residents of Kaysville are pushing back on a proposal to use an old emissions building as a code blue homeless shelter.2 years ago
Josuee Sanchez
Average age of homebuyers in US now 56, but Utah still has younger buyers
The average age of homebuyers in the U.S. is now 56, but local real estate agents say it's not nearly that bad in Utah.2 years ago
Adam Small
A once potential affordable housing site to be torn down. Could a new plan make up for it?
The old Ramada Inn was once going to be transformed into affordable housing. Now, the new owners want to level it.2 years ago
Emma Keddington
Newly reelected Gov. Cox says housing, energy are priorities
Cox says he has plans to get the cost of starter homes to under $400,000, and will make it his top gubernatorial priority.2 years ago
Ashley Fredde, KSL.com
5 Salt Lake County sites being considered for new large homeless campus
Five sites in Salt Lake County are among those being considered for a large new homeless campus.2 years ago
Eric Cabrera
Utah is falling behind on affordable housing, state homeless coordinator says
The state's homeless coordinator says the lack of affordable housing in Utah affects people of all income levels.2 years ago
DANIEL WOODRUFF, KSL TV
Why are mortgage rates above 7% again?
Homebuyers are grappling with mortgage rates that have once again risen above seven percent.2 years ago
Adam Small
Ground broken for nearly 300 new starter homes in Weber County
The 275 starter homes in Weber County will be a part of a larger development consisting of about 1,000 total housing units.2 years ago
Emma Keddington
Mayor introduces new programs to help Salt Lake City renters
Two new programs will help provide Salt Lake City renters financial and navigational support.2 years ago
DEBBIE WORTHEN, KSL TV
Organizations that help the homeless need donations as cold weather hits
For organizations that help homeless people, the need for donations turns immediate when the weather makes an abrupt turn.2 years ago
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com
‘It’s way too much’: Clinton housing proposal spurs petition drive to halt development
The Clinton City Council's decision to give the green light to a 341-unit housing development has spurred a petition.2 years ago
Daniel Woodruff, KSL TV
Utah lawmaker plans to target illegal short-term rentals
A Utah lawmaker, Rep. Neil Walter, has short-term rentals in his sights for the upcoming legislative session.2 years ago
Andy Cupp
People experiencing homelessness still eligible to vote, State Elections Director says
Those without a permanent residence can still register to vote, they just need some form of government I.D.2 years ago
Karah Brackin, KSLTV.com
Woman urges others to test for radon levels in their homes after cancer diagnosis
As we head into colder months of the year, radon gas is something that should be on all Utah homeowner's radars.2 years ago
Mariah Maynes
Report reveals growth in Utah short-term rental market
A report by the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute revealed the impact increases in short-term rentals are having on Utah housing.2 years ago
Ashley Fredde, ksl.com
Volunteers of America Utah opens 16-bed residential treatment program for homeless men
Volunteers of America Utah will open a 16-bed residential treatment program for men experiencing homelessness and mental health issues.2 years ago
Kennedy Camarena
Utah County opens its annual warming centers Tuesday night
Utah County's warming centers open in mid-October, 2024, and will remain available until April 30, 2025.2 years ago
Adam Small
Housing experts say Utah needs to build more starter homes
Utah is still one of the top ten most expensive states to buy a home in the U.S. Housing experts say building more starter homes can help.2 years ago
Alexandrea Bonilla
Property Watch program going statewide
Property Watch, a free program, was created by the Salt Lake County recorder to help combat property and home fraud.2 years ago
Ashley Fredde, KSL.com
The youngest state in the nation is getting older — is Utah prepared for an aging population?
Utah has the youngest population in the nation, it may need to make structural changes to see its older folks through their golden years.2 years ago
