State Overview

Utah Zoning & Land Use Laws

Zoning regulations, ADU laws, short-term rental rules, and land use policies for Utah. Source-cited from state legislation and municipal codes.

Total Cities

252

Total Counties

29

ADU State Law

Yes

Lot Split Law

No state law

Cottage Food Law

Yes

Cities With Data

3

Utah ADU Law

Statewide ADU-law status for Utah has not been confirmed — see the official source for current requirements.

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Cottage Food Law

Statewide cottage-food-law status for Utah has not been confirmed — see the official source for current requirements.

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State Preemption Active

Utah state law preempts local zoning ordinances in several areas. Local governments cannot enact rules stricter than the state baseline.

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Recent Legislative Changes

Utah Cities with Zoning Data

Source: Utah Senate Bill 174 (SB 174). Last verified April 5, 2026. View source

Last updated: April 5, 2026
Utah Zoning Laws & Building Regulations (2026) | PropertyZoned