For seniors moving into their golden years on a budget, the new affordable housing project in South Jordan, located at 3788 W. 10200 South, could be the answer to a prayer.

The City of South Jordan, in collaboration with Ivory Innovations, announced the construction of the transformative community that will include a 17,000 square-foot senior center and 138 housing units that includes 104 affordable units. Designed with input from seniors, the center will provide activity space, a well-equipped kitchen and convenient parking facilities.

“Our thriving senior community has been asking for a dedicated space for years. There has been high demand to support our seniors and expand our services and this project allows us to do that,” South Jordan Mayor Dawn Ramsey said.

The Redevelopment Agency Affordable Housing Fund will cover approximately $10 million for the housing aspect of the project, with the Ivory Innovations Operating Foundation covering the remaining funding as part of the proposed agreement with the City of South Jordan.

Ivory Innovations is a 501c3 nonprofit with a mission to provide affordable housing. Its goal is to help fund groundbreaking projects that create solutions to the country’s housing challenges. The organization has worked with the City of South Jordan in the past, creating workforce housing for school teachers, firefighters and police officers.

“I would say it’s a partnership that’s been developed over time with the relationship of trust,” Ivory Innovations COO Darin Haskell said. “If you look at the demographic, South Jordan has a population that’s aging, so they have a need there.”

To qualify for affordable housing, at least one member of the household must be 65 years of age or older. For families who qualify at 80% of the Area Median Income, 48 housing units will be leased at approximately $1,600-$2,000 per month. Those who qualify at 60% AMI will have the opportunity to rent one of 56 units at $1,200-$1,653 per month.

The community was invited to an open house on Sept. 27 so city leaders and representatives from Ivory Innovations could answer questions and residents could provide feedback regarding the senior housing project. 

Once plans are approved by the city, construction is scheduled to begin in the spring of 2024. For more information, visit sjc.utah.gov/638/South-Jordan-Senior-Center-Project.

“Our city council has long been dedicated to finding a project that makes our seniors’ lives better,” Ramsey said. “This project aims to be a low-impact, low-traffic, high-value development that aligns South Jordan’s commitment to addressing environmental concerns and enhancing the well-being of seniors.”  λ