SALT LAKE CITY — While crews continue to plug away on many changes to the Delta Center, Smith Entertainment Group’s big vision for a new structure outside of it received a key endorsement to move forward.

Members of the Salt Lake City Planning Commission voted 5-2 Wednesday night to favorably recommend a zoning amendment request tied to the Utah Jazz and Mammoth owners’ proposed seven-story parking structure, following a spirited discussion that lasted over an hour. The Salt Lake City Council ultimately has the final say on the project before construction can begin, which is expected to take place next year.

“I think there’s a need, and I think this satisfies … the fan, patron kinds of experiences that happen at other arenas around the country,” said commission member Mike Vela, be

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