One of Utah’s oldest zoos received the green light to relocate one of its original buildings to make way for a new pavilion that will allow its handlers to conduct shows throughout the year.
Members of Salt Lake City’s Historic Landmark Commission voted unanimously last week to approve the relocation of the Tracy Aviary’s historic office house near the center of the facility to make way for a new 3,500-square-foot garden pavilion to host year-round events.
The vote allows the aviary to seek all remaining necessary city approvals and permits for the project before moving forward to construction. Aviary officials didn’t say when construction may take place…