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The Salt Lake City Planning Commission endorsed a seven-story hotel near Sugar House Park.

The commission voted 7-1 despite public opposition from residents citing traffic and environmental concerns.

The City Council will make the final decision at an undetermined time.

SALT LAKE CITY — A plan to build a nearly 90-foot hotel next to one of Salt Lake City's more popular parks received a key endorsement despite an onslaught of negative comments during a lengthy meeting over the proposal.

Members of the Salt Lake City Planning Commission voted 7-1 Wednesday night, following a debate of their own about the benefits and constraints tied to a rezoning request needed to move the project forward.

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