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South Salt Lake changes its liquor laws to attract breweries, distilleries

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South Salt Lake approved a series of liquor law changes that could attract more breweries, distilleries and wineries and ultimately revitalize certain portions of the city.

The City Council unanimously approved the changes, 6-0, during its meeting Wednesday.

Under the changes, South Salt Lake no longer has a quota on the number of breweries within city limits. Previously, it allowed only one for every 10,000 residents. With two breweries, it had already met the cap.

In addition, small brewers no longer have to meet a five-barrel production minimum.

Brewers and other alcohol manufacturers who buy or lease old buildings and warehouses now will be able to choose the type of upgrades they make to their building.