Fence Regulations in South Jordan, UT (2026)
5 verified fence regulations for South Jordan, Utah, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Height Limits
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 approval.
Fences: Height Limits
Some RestrictionsNeighbor Fence Rules
Live hedges in South Jordan are generally not regulated as fences under Title 17, except within the corner-lot sight-distance triangle where height limits apply.
Fences: Hedge Rules
Few RestrictionsRetaining Walls
Retaining walls in South Jordan over 4 feet (measured bottom of footing to top) require a building permit and stamped engineering per IRC Section R404.
Fences: Retaining Walls
Some RestrictionsPool Barriers
Pools in South Jordan require a minimum 48-inch barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates per the International Residential Code Appendix G as adopted by Utah.
Fences: Pool Fences
Heavy RestrictionsMaterial Restrictions
South Jordan allows wood, vinyl, masonry, wrought iron, and chain link in most zones under Title 17, though HOAs in Daybreak and similar communities typically restrict materials and colors.
Fences: Materials
Some RestrictionsLooking for Salt Lake County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement South Jordan city rules.
Fence Regulations in Salt Lake County →