Utah Landlord-Tenant Laws
This overview summarizes common Utah landlord-tenant topics using published statute references (Utah Code 57-17). Laws change — confirm details with official sources.
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Utah at a glance: Security deposit limit: No statutory limit. Return deadline: 30 days. Month-to-month notice: 15 days. Source: Utah Code 57-17.
Security deposit
- Maximum deposit
- No statutory limit
- Return deadline
- 30 days
- Interest required
- No statutory requirement
The rule: No statewide deposit limit; any nonrefundable part must be stated in writing when the deposit is taken. Within 30 days after the renter moves out and returns possession, the owner must return the balance with a written itemized explanation of each deduction, which may be sent electronically since May 7, 2025 (Utah Code §§ 57-17-2, 57-17-3).
Landlords should provide an itemized deduction list when withholding any portion of the deposit.
Source read · Utah Code §§ 57-17-2, 57-17-3
Eviction notice
- Nonpayment of rent
- 3 days notice
- Lease violation
- 3 days notice
Court filing and service rules vary by county. Use our eviction timeline calculator for planning.
Notice to vacate
- Month-to-month lease
- 15 days notice
- Fixed-term lease
- No notice required if lease ends
Late rent fees
- Grace period
- No statutory requirement
- Maximum late fee
- No limit
Additional regulations
- Rent control
- No statewide rent control
- Landlord entry notice
- 24 hours
Primary statute reference: Utah Code 57-17
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When to use Utah document templates
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Common mistakes in Utah
- Relying on verbal agreements instead of a written lease with required disclosures
- Missing the security deposit return deadline (30 days)
- Serving eviction or termination notices with incorrect day counts
Frequently asked questions
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Utah sets no statewide security deposit limit. The return deadline is 30 days. No statewide deposit limit; any nonrefundable part must be stated in writing when the deposit is taken. Within 30 days after the renter moves out and returns possession, the owner must return the balance with a written itemized explanation of each deduction, which may be sent electronically since May 7, 2025 (Utah Code §§ 57-17-2, 57-17-3).
Confirm current rules in Utah Code 57-17.
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Utah month-to-month tenancies typically require 15 days written notice unless the lease specifies otherwise.
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Educational summary only, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for specific guidance. LeaseCraft is not a law firm. Statutes change — verify requirements with official Utah sources before relying on this information.
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