What West Jordan Regulates: A Complete Ordinance Overview

West Jordan is a mid-sized city in Salt Lake County, Utah, with about 117000 residents. Like most cities its size, it has a set of local rules that may differ significantly from neighboring municipalities. Here is an overview of 113 ordinances across 26 categories that affect daily life in West Jordan.

Drone Rules

Commercial Drones: Commercial drone operators must hold FAA Part 107 certification and obtain authorization for park or restricted-airspace flights..

Also covered: Recreational Drones (moderate). See the full drone rules guide for West Jordan for details.

Landscaping Rules

Weed Ordinances: West Jordan Municipal Code Title 8-5 requires property owners to control noxious weeds year-round. Noxious species per Utah Noxious Weed Act (§4-17) must be eradicated.

Also covered: Artificial Turf (permissive), Native Plants (permissive), Rainwater Harvesting (permissive). See the full landscaping rules guide for West Jordan for details.

Home Business

Signage Rules: West Jordan prohibits all exterior signs for home occupations under Title 13 home-business rules. No yard signs, window signs visible from street, or vehicle wraps parked visibly.

Also covered: Zoning Restrictions (moderate), Customer Traffic Restrictions (strict), Cottage Food Operations (permissive). See the full home business guide for West Jordan for details.

Building Setbacks & Zoning

Lot Coverage Limits: Maximum lot coverage in single-family residential zones is typically 40 percent, including the house, garage, and all accessory structures..

Also covered: Setback Rules (moderate), Structure Height Limits (moderate). See the full building setbacks & zoning guide for West Jordan for details.

Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors

Vending Zones: Food trucks may operate on private commercial property with owner consent and at approved special events; street vending from food trucks is generally prohibited..

Also covered: Food Truck Permits (moderate). See the full food trucks & mobile vendors guide for West Jordan for details.

Animal Ordinances

Wildlife Feeding: Feeding deer, raccoons, and other wildlife is prohibited under Utah Code 23-13-14. West Jordan sits near the Wasatch foothills where deer-human conflicts are common.

Also covered: Dog Leash Laws (strict), Breed Restrictions (permissive), Pet Limits (moderate). See the full animal ordinances guide for West Jordan for details.

Property Maintenance

Property Blight: Blight, junk accumulation, and deteriorated structures are prohibited under West Jordan nuisance codes..

Also covered: Vacant Lot Maintenance (moderate), Garage Sale Rules (permissive), Trash Bin Storage (moderate). See the full property maintenance guide for West Jordan for details.

Parking Rules

Abandoned Vehicles: Vehicles parked on public streets more than 48 hours or stored inoperably on private property visible from the street may be declared abandoned and towed..

Also covered: Street Parking Limits (moderate), EV Charging (permissive), Driveway Rules (moderate). See the full parking rules guide for West Jordan for details.

Sign Regulations

Garage Sale Signs: West Jordan allows garage sale signs on private property only, limited to 4 sq ft and posted no more than 48 hours before sale. Signs in public right-of-way including park strips and utility poles are prohibited and removed without notice..

Also covered: Holiday Displays (permissive), Political Signs (permissive). See the full sign regulations guide for West Jordan for details.

Environmental Rules

Stormwater Management: West Jordan operates a Phase II MS4 stormwater program prohibiting non-stormwater discharges to the storm drain system, with enforcement under Title 8..

Also covered: Grading & Drainage (moderate), Flood Zones (strict), Erosion Control (strict). See the full environmental rules guide for West Jordan for details.

Fire Regulations

Outdoor Burning: West Jordan prohibits open burning year-round under Salt Lake County air quality rules except permitted agricultural/fire department burns. Utah DAQ red/yellow air days ban all outdoor fires.

Also covered: Fireworks (strict), Wildfire Zones (moderate), Smoke Detectors (strict). See the full fire regulations guide for West Jordan for details.

HOA Rules

Assessment & Dues: Utah HOAs may levy regular and special assessments under the CC&Rs and Utah Code 57-8a, with lien rights and fee limits for collection actions..

Also covered: Dispute Resolution (moderate), Board Procedures (moderate), Architectural Review (moderate). See the full hoa rules guide for West Jordan for details.

Noise Ordinances

Leaf Blower Rules: West Jordan does not have a dedicated leaf-blower ordinance. Use is governed by general quiet-hour rules (10 PM to 7 AM prohibited).

Also covered: Construction Hours (moderate), Barking Dogs (moderate), Vehicle Noise (moderate). See the full noise ordinances guide for West Jordan for details.

Soliciting & Door-to-Door

Solicitor Permits: Door-to-door solicitors must obtain a West Jordan solicitor permit with background check before canvassing..

Also covered: No-Knock Registry (strict). See the full soliciting & door-to-door guide for West Jordan for details.

Trash & Recycling

Pickup Rules & Schedules: WFWRD collects trash weekly and recycling biweekly in West Jordan. Collection between 7 AM–5 PM on assigned day.

Also covered: Bin Placement Rules (moderate), Bulk Item Disposal (moderate), Recycling Requirements (moderate). See the full trash & recycling guide for West Jordan for details.

Fence Regulations

Pool Barriers: Pool barriers in West Jordan must be at least 48 inches (4 feet) tall per International Residential Code Appendix G. Self-closing, self-latching gates required.

Also covered: Neighbor Fence Rules (permissive), Permit Requirements (moderate), Fence Requirements (strict). See the full fence regulations guide for West Jordan for details.

Accessory Structures

Tiny Homes: West Jordan classifies tiny homes under 400 sq ft as either RVs (prohibited for permanent residence) or manufactured homes (zone-restricted). Tiny homes on foundations must meet International Residential Code; tiny homes on wheels are not permitted as dwellings..

Also covered: ADU Rules (moderate), Carport Rules (moderate), Shed Rules (permissive). See the full accessory structures guide for West Jordan for details.

Short-Term Rentals

Permit Requirements: West Jordan requires short-term rentals to comply with city zoning and business licensing; many residential zones restrict rentals under 30 days, and a business license is required where allowed..

Also covered: Occupancy Limits (moderate), Registration Rules (moderate), Insurance Requirements (permissive). See the full short-term rentals guide for West Jordan for details.

Swimming Pools & Spas

Fencing Requirements: Pools deeper than 24 inches in West Jordan must be enclosed by a barrier at least 48 inches tall with self-closing self-latching gates, per the adopted International Swimming Pool and Spa Code..

Also covered: Pool Permits (moderate), Above-Ground Pools (moderate), Hot Tub Rules (moderate). See the full swimming pools & spas guide for West Jordan for details.

Cannabis Regulations

Home Cultivation: Home cultivation of cannabis is illegal in Utah including for medical patients. Utah Medical Cannabis Act (§26B-4-2) allows purchase from licensed pharmacies only.

Also covered: Dispensary Zoning (strict). See the full cannabis regulations guide for West Jordan for details.

Building Safety

Elevator Maintenance: Elevators in West Jordan are regulated by the Utah Labor Commission Elevator Safety program, requiring annual inspections, permits, and licensed mechanics..

Also covered: Scaffold & Sidewalk Shed (moderate), Lead Paint (moderate), Pest Control (moderate). See the full building safety guide for West Jordan for details.

Solar Energy

Panel Permits: Rooftop solar installations require building and electrical permits but are processed as expedited applications under Utah's solar-friendly statutes..

Also covered: HOA Restrictions (permissive). See the full solar energy guide for West Jordan for details.

Outdoor Lighting

Light Trespass: Light spillover exceeding 0.1 footcandle at a residential property line or creating glare nuisance is subject to abatement under Chapter 8.20..

Also covered: Dark Sky Rules (moderate). See the full outdoor lighting guide for West Jordan for details.

Rental Property Rules

Just Cause Eviction: Utah has no just-cause eviction law. Landlords may end month-to-month tenancies with 15 days' notice without stating reason per Utah Code §78B-6-802.

Also covered: Rental Registration (moderate), Rent Control (permissive). See the full rental property rules guide for West Jordan for details.

Garage & Yard Sales

Garage Sale Permits: West Jordan requires no permit for residential garage sales limited to 3 sales per year, 3 consecutive days each, on the owner's own property. Commercial-level sales require business license under Title 5..

Curfew Laws

Juvenile Curfew: West Jordan enforces a juvenile curfew prohibiting minors under 18 from being in public places overnight..

Also covered: Park Curfew (moderate). See the full curfew laws guide for West Jordan for details.

What to Do With This Information

This overview covers the big picture, but the details matter. Each ordinance page for West Jordan includes the full text, violation penalties, and frequently asked questions. Use those pages when you need specifics.