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Presenter urges zoning reform and streamlined permitting to build more homes

State Address to the Legislature · January 23, 2026
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Summary

In the address the presenter said the state must 'pull every lever' to increase housing supply, including zoning reform, permitting streamlining, infrastructure support and innovation; lawmakers were thanked for leadership on the issue.

The Presenter told legislators that buying a home must be within reach and that Utah must "pull every lever to increase the supply of housing, reform zoning, streamline permitting, support infrastructure, and encourage innovation." He said these steps are necessary to help families invest in neighborhoods and for long-term community stability.

The speaker framed housing as central to strong families and communities and credited Representative Roberts and Senator Fillmore for leadership on housing measures. He argued that expanding supply requires reducing unnecessary government barriers and focusing on local infrastructure to support new development.