September 2025 | Vol. 21 Iss. 9
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Spring Lane project moves forward with lease agreement By Peri Kinder | peri.k@thecityjournals.com
Holladay and Granite School District enter into a 30-year lease for the property.
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hen Spring Lane Elementary closed in 2023, nearby communities lost a vibrant gathering place full of history and pride. Now that the Holladay City Council has approved a lease agreement with Granite School District for the school property, a plan can move forward to transform the land into a multi-use space that honors the school’s past. Under the 30-year lease agreement, which starts on Jan. 1, 2026, Holladay will secure 12 acres at 5315 Woodcrest Drive for a total of about $1.5 million over the course of the term. A proposed plan for the site creates a community hub with walking paths, playing fields, pickleball courts, a playground, a pavilion and more. “It was a sad day when Spring Lane Elementary closed, but I commend our council for being willing to take a long-term vision of this,” said Holladay Mayor Rob Dahle. “This Continued page 4
Holladay City and Granite School District signed a 30-year lease for the property at the former Spring Lane Elementary. City leaders can now move forward on a plan to reimagine the open space. (Holladay City/MHTN Architects)
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