Wildlife in South Jordan — including deer, raccoons, skunks, and occasional mountain lions — is regulated by Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR). Feeding wildlife is discouraged; some species are protected.
Wildlife management in Utah falls under the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) per Utah Code Title 23. South Jordan residents commonly encounter mule deer, raccoons, skunks, foxes, and Canada geese along the Jordan River corridor. Occasional mountain lion and coyote sightings occur along the foothills. Intentional feeding of wildlife can attract predators and is discouraged citywide. Rabies-vector species (skunks, raccoons, bats) should not be handled — call DWR at 801-491-5678 or Salt Lake County Animal Services. Utah Code §23A-5-301 prohibits harassment of protected wildlife. Nuisance wildlife on private property may require a DWR-permitted nuisance trapper.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
South Jordan, UT
South Jordan animal ordinances prohibit dogs from creating excessive noise disturbing neighbors. All dogs must be licensed annually through Salt Lake County ...
South Jordan, UT
Aircraft noise is federally preempted under the FAA Act (49 U.S.C. §40103). South Jordan is located south of Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). Flig...
South Jordan, UT
Amplified music audible beyond the property line during quiet hours, or at unreasonable volume at any time, violates South Jordan Title 5 Chapter 3 noise pro...
South Jordan, UT
Utah Code §41-6a-1406 defines abandoned vehicles as unattended for 48+ hours on public highways. South Jordan Code Compliance prohibits abandoned, inoperable...
South Jordan, UT
South Jordan allows wood, vinyl, masonry, wrought iron, and chain link in most zones under Title 17, though HOAs in Daybreak and similar communities typicall...
South Jordan, UT
South Jordan Title 17 zoning limits fences to 4 ft in front yards and 6 ft in side/rear yards in standard residential zones. Taller fences require a zoning a...
Side-by-side rule comparisons with other cities in Salt Lake County.
See how other cities in Salt Lake County handle wildlife feeding.
See how South Jordan's wildlife feeding rules stack up against other locations.
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.