Guiding our Growth
A statewide conversation about Utah's futureYou buzzed in. We listened. You've sparked a hive of inspiration.
Unmatched natural beauty. Countless outdoor recreation options. Strong families. Connected communities. One of the most vibrant economies in the U.S. There’s so much that makes Utah special. And what makes Utah great is also what makes Utah grow.
Many families choose to stay here, generation after generation. Others recognize all that Utah has to offer and choose to move here. As long as Utah is a quality place, people will stay and newcomers will arrive. Growth is a part of life when you live in an exceptional state.
So it’s not so much if Utah will continue to grow, but how Utah will continue to grow. Growth brings benefits like a broad tax base and new opportunities. But growth brings challenges, too, like less affordable housing, strained water availability, and increased traffic congestion.
Growth decisions aren’t easy, but nearly 20,000 Utahns shared their perspectives and opinions on addressing the impacts of population growth by taking the Guiding Our Growth Survey in 2023. Guiding Utah’s growth is a marathon rather than a sprint, and much work is still needed. However, state leaders are actively using the survey results to help shape budget and policy decisions aimed at guiding growth in a way that preserves Utah’s great quality of life for future generations.
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