Eagle Mountain, UT Animal Ordinances: Pet Groomer Rules (2026)

010 defines "Groomer" as an individual or business that cleans and trims nails and fur of animals during regular business hours, expressly excluding overnight watching or care for animals, which would instead fall under kennel or pet-sitting rules. The same definition ties the activity directly to city licensing: if the grooming operation is located within a residential unit or lot, the operator is required to have a home-based business license. 65 EMMC, Home Businesses, to obtain a home business license before operating. 150), and the applicant must confirm registration with the Utah State Department of Commerce.

160 imposes an escalating penalty fee on top of the regular license fee, equal to 25 percent of the regular fee if the business operated unlicensed for less than 30 days, rising to 100 percent of the regular fee for more than 30 days of unlicensed operation in the calendar year. The city license official may waive that penalty fee only if the operator applies within five working days of being notified, or voluntarily applies before being caught, and has been in business less than two years.