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Springville council approves $400,000 purchase of historic seminary building

5906444 · October 8, 2025
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The Springville City Council voted to buy the former LDS seminary building at 415 S. 200 E. for $400,000, with a 30-day due-diligence period, an exterior-only historic easement and an allowance for an ADA entrance; staff will inspect the interior and report back before closing.

The Springville City Council approved a resolution authorizing the city to purchase the former seminary building at 415 South 200 East for $400,000, city staff announced at the council meeting. The agreement requires $10,000 in earnest money within three days of signing and gives the city a 30-day due-diligence period.

The seminary building, part of the historic high school campus, was built in 1928 and dedicated in March 1929. City staff said the purchase includes a historic easement that covers only the building—s exterior; the interior is not restricted under the easement. The council was told the city already has approval to add an ADA entrance without altering the historic facade and that architects are exploring ramp locations that…

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