Livestock in South Jordan is permitted only on properties meeting minimum acreage and zoning requirements under Title 17 (zoning) and Title 6 (animals). Most residential lots cannot keep horses or cattle.
South Jordan's historical agricultural roots mean some larger-lot parcels retain livestock rights, but the typical suburban lot (under 0.5 acre) cannot legally keep horses, cattle, sheep, goats, or pigs. Title 17 zoning districts such as A-5 (Agricultural), RR (Rural Residential), and certain legacy parcels allow livestock with acreage-based density limits — commonly one large animal per 0.5 acre of pasture. Setback requirements (typically 50–100 ft) apply to corrals, barns, and manure storage. Utah is an open-range state by default (Utah Code §4-25), but within South Jordan city limits, owners must confine livestock. Pigs are generally prohibited except as 4-H projects under permit.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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