New housing coordination division launches in Utah governor's office

Gov. Spencer Cox talks with Steve Waldrip in West Haven on Dec. 5, 2023. He was named head of the new Utah Division of Housing and Community Development Wednesday.

Gov. Spencer Cox talks with Steve Waldrip in West Haven on Dec. 5, 2023. He was named head of the new Utah Division of Housing and Community Development Wednesday. (Scott G Winterton, Deseret News)


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SALT LAKE CITY — The state of Utah officially launched its Division of Housing and Community Development on Wednesday, allowing existing and new housing programs and initiatives to combine under a single unit.

The new division was created by HB68 during the 2026 legislative session with the goal of aligning housing policy, state investments and economic development.

Steve Waldrip, who currently serves as senior advisor for housing strategy for Gov. Spencer Cox, will maintain his position while taking on the additional responsibilities of state housing coordinator.

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