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Building Setbacks & Zoning in West Jordan, UT (2026)

3 verified building setbacks & zoning rules for West Jordan, Utah, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Setback Rules

Residential setbacks vary by zone, with typical R-1-8 standards of 25-foot front, 8-foot side, and 25-foot rear yards.

Building Setbacks: Setback Rules

Some Restrictions

Structure Height Limits

Residential buildings are limited to 35 feet or 2.5 stories in most single-family zones, with accessory structures capped at 15 to 20 feet.

Building Setbacks: Structure Height Limits

Some Restrictions

Lot Coverage Limits

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

Building Setbacks: Lot Coverage

Some Restrictions

Looking for Salt Lake County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement West Jordan city rules.

Building Setbacks & Zoning in Salt Lake County