Proposed Southwest Athletic Complex
Draft spatial layout of the proposed Athletic Complex (subject to change)
Overview
Herriman City Council is exploring the possibility of a future multi-sport athletic complex in the northern part of the city. While the land is now secured, the complex itself remains a proposal and is not currently funded or guaranteed. Its future depends on securing significant external support—such as funding partnerships with other public agencies or private entities. The complex would support local and regional recreational needs, stimulate business activity, and help reduce long-term pressure on property taxes through increased sales and tourism tax revenue.
Financial Considerations
If built, the complex is expected to attract visitors from across the region, who would contribute to the local economy by spending at restaurants, shops, and hotels. This visitor-driven spending could increase City sales and tourism tax revenue, which in turn may reduce the need for future property tax increases to fund essential services.
Projected benefits:
- Sales and tourism taxes: Visitors could generate new revenue for public services such as roads, parks, and snow removal.
- Business growth: The complex may attract new commercial development and strengthen existing businesses.
- Long-term sustainability: A diversified tax base helps the City plan and manage services as the community grows.
Meeting Community Playing Field Needs
Herriman’s youth sports leagues currently face a shortage of available playing fields, sometimes requiring teams to travel to other cities. If constructed, the athletic complex would help address these needs and provide space for regional and national tournaments.
Key Sports Benefits of a Complex:
- Space for more than a dozen multi-sport fields to meet current and future demand.
- Serve as a host location for more than a dozen tournaments annually for various sports.
- Improved recreational opportunities for residents of all ages.
The Data
A feasibility study and a market survey were completed in 2022–2023 and updated in 2025 to evaluate the viability of a regional athletic complex in Herriman. A summary presentation was given in the August 23, 2023 City Council work meeting. The full study and survey results are also available below.
Note: The 2023 feasibility study and market survey were originally based on a nearby site just west of the current proposed location. While the new location is similar, some conditions may differ and will be further evaluated if the project moves forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the athletic complex finalized? Not yet. The land is secured, but construction depends on securing outside funding and partnerships.
- How will traffic impacts be addressed? The City regularly monitors traffic levels on major roads and plans improvements as needed. These projects are already included in long-term plans.
- Will this reduce my property taxes? A future complex is not expected to lower or raise current property taxes. However, sales and tourism taxes may help reduce future property tax needs.
- How will parking needs be managed? If the project moves forward, the City will study parking needs and use best practices from similar complexes to provide adequate capacity and minimize overflow.
- What are the benefits for businesses? A potential complex could attract hotels, restaurants, and retail, boosting visitor numbers for existing businesses.
- Does this affect the future Jackson Park? No. The future Jackson Park, north of the athletic complex site, is unaffected and expected to be funded within the next 3–5 years.