Height Limits: Sandy vs South Jordan
How do height limits rules compare between Sandy, UT and South Jordan, UT?
Sandy and South Jordan have similar restriction levels.
Sandy, UT
Salt Lake County
Sandy fence height limits: 4 ft in front yards and 6 ft in side and rear yards in residential zones. Taller fences require a permit or variance.
View full Sandy rules →South Jordan, UT
Salt Lake County
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.
View full South Jordan rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Sandy | South Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| Front Yard | 4 ft max | - |
| Side/Rear | 6 ft max | - |
| Arterial | Up to 8 ft with approval | - |
| Variance | Required for taller | - |
| Front yard max | - | 4 feet |
| Side/rear yard max | - | 6 feet |
| Corner clear-view | - | ~3 ft in sight triangle |
| Over 6 ft | - | Building permit / variance required |
| Code location | - | Title 17 (Zoning) |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Sandy FAQ
Can I build an 8-foot fence in my Sandy backyard?
Only with a special variance or if adjacent to arterial streets or commercial zoning.
Who enforces this?
Sandy at (801) 568-7100.
South Jordan FAQ
Can I build an 8 ft fence for privacy?
Not by right — you'd need a building permit and typically a variance. HOA approval is also usually required.
How is 'front yard' measured?
Generally the area between the front property line and the front setback line of the house. Corner lots have two street-facing 'fronts' with sight-distance rules.
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