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Salt lake city MOVES TO BAN PRIVATE JAILS AMID ICE FACILITY CONCERNS
The Planning Commission unanimously backed zoning changes that would prohibit private correctional facilities on applicable city property. The proposal now goes to the City Council.
The Salt Lake City Planning Commission has unanimously recommended zoning changes that would prohibit new private correctional facilities on applicable city-owned property.
The proposal comes as community concerns continue over a planned private ICE detention facility. Supporters say the change would prevent private prison operators from developing facilities on qualifying city land, while opponents argue it could limit future detention capacity.
The recommendation now moves to the Salt Lake City Council, which will make the final decision on whether the zoning changes become law.
