Utah Plans 1,300-Bed Homeless Services Campus Salt Lake City

Utah officials have finalized a contract to acquire a 15.85-acre parcel in Salt Lake City for a groundbreaking homeless services campus expected to open by 2027, providing approximately 1,300 beds. The campus, located at 2520 North 2200 West near Interstate 215, will serve as a comprehensive hub offering recovery, employment, housing, and criminal justice assistance, aiming to move individuals from homelessness to stability and long-term self-reliance. Designed as part of a 'hub and spoke' model, it will complement existing shelters and resource centers by providing core services on-site and connecting individuals to specialized community resources. State Homeless Coordinator Wayne Niederhauser described the project as a transformative turning point for Utah, emphasizing a human-first approach that pairs compassionate support with clear expectations to help individuals reclaim dignity and live drug-free, crime-free lives. Randy Shumway, chair of the Utah Homeless Services Board, highlighted the importance of combining medical care and opportunities for growth to address the worsening homelessness crisis. Environmental and feasibility studies have been completed, with funding partnerships and additional planning underway to bring the campus to fruition.