There are only a few days left before the Salt Lake Temple closes for about four years for extensive renovation. But more than just the Temple will be renovated. The construction extends to the entire eastern half of Temple Square. We went by the FrontRunner train to Salt Lake to spend an evening viewing all the sights before the changes begin on December 30, 2019. See "Plans Unveiled for Salt Lake Temple Renovation."
We walked around the Temple and talked about all the upcoming changes. Quoting from the above article,
“This project will enhance, refresh, and beautify the temple and its surrounding grounds,” said President Nelson. “Obsolete systems within the building will be replaced. Safety and seismic concerns will be addressed. Accessibility will be enhanced so that members with limited mobility can be better accommodated.”
The surrounding area on Temple Square and the plaza near the Church Office Building will also be affected as existing buildings are demolished and the area undergoes renovation and restoration. The existing annex and temple addition on the north side, which were built in the 1960s to add needed support facilities and more sealing (marriage) rooms, will be demolished and rebuilt.
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