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Fire Regulations in West Jordan, UT (2026)

7 verified fire regulations for West Jordan, Utah, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Fire Pit Rules

Recreational fire pits allowed with size and fuel limits under West Jordan and Unified Fire Authority rules.

Fire: Fire Pit Rules

Some Restrictions

Fireworks

Consumer fireworks legal only on specific July and New Year dates in designated areas of West Jordan.

Fire: Fireworks

Heavy Restrictions

Brush Clearance

West Jordan requires defensible space for properties adjacent to open foothills/wildland interface. Vacant lots must be cleared of combustible weeds over 10 inches annually by June 1 per fire hazard ordinance.

fire/brush-clearance

Some Restrictions

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. Violations carry $299 state fine plus local penalties.

fire/outdoor-burning

Heavy Restrictions

Wildfire Zones

Foothill properties are in Utah WUI zones with additional building and defensible-space requirements.

Fire: Wildfire Zones

Some Restrictions

Smoke Detectors

West Jordan adopts the International Residential Code requiring hardwired interconnected smoke detectors in every bedroom, outside sleeping areas, and on every floor. Rental units require working detectors per Utah Code §15A-5-204 with landlord responsibility.

fire/smoke-detectors

Heavy Restrictions

Backyard Fires

Backyard recreational fires allowed when pit rules, clearance, and air quality restrictions are met.

Fire: Backyard Fires

Some Restrictions

Looking for Salt Lake County county-wide rules?

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

Fire Regulations in Salt Lake County