Accessory Structures in Sandy, UT (2026)
5 verified accessory structures rules for Sandy, Utah, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
ADU Rules
Sandy permits both internal and detached ADUs in single-family zones under Utah Code §10-9a-530 (HB 462/SB 174). Internal ADUs are permitted by right with registration; detached ADUs require a conditional use permit. Owner-occupancy cannot be required by state law.
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Some RestrictionsShed Rules
Sandy allows backyard sheds up to 200 sqft without a building permit; sheds 200-1,000 sqft require a permit. Setbacks are typically 3 feet from side/rear property lines and sheds must stay behind the front facade of the primary residence.
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Some RestrictionsGarage Conversions
Sandy allows garage-to-living-space conversions with a building permit, full code compliance (egress, insulation, HVAC), and typically a requirement to replace lost off-street parking. Converting to a rentable ADU falls under Sandy's internal ADU ordinance.
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Some RestrictionsCarport Rules
Carports in Sandy require a building permit when attached to the home or exceeding 200 sqft. They must meet front-yard setbacks (typically 25-30 ft) and side-yard setbacks (3-5 ft), with maximum height usually 15 feet.
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Some RestrictionsTiny Homes
Tiny homes on permanent foundations are permitted in Sandy as primary dwellings or internal ADUs if they meet full Utah IRC code. Tiny homes on wheels (THOWs/RVs) are NOT permitted as permanent dwellings — they are treated as RVs and cannot be occupied long-term on residential property.
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Some RestrictionsLooking for Salt Lake County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Sandy city rules.
Accessory Structures in Salt Lake County →