Wildfire Zones: Sandy vs West Jordan
How do wildfire zones rules compare between Sandy, UT and West Jordan, UT?
West Jordan has fewer restrictions than Sandy.
Sandy, UT
Salt Lake County
Sandy's east bench (generally above 1300 East and all foothill-adjacent parcels) is designated Wildland-Urban Interface by Utah Division of Forestry. WUI properties must meet defensible-space, Class-A roofing, and ember-resistant vent requirements under the Utah Wildland Urban Interface Code.
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Salt Lake County
Foothill properties are in Utah WUI zones with additional building and defensible-space requirements.
View full West Jordan rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Sandy | West Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| WUI Code | Utah WUI Code adopted | - |
| Roofing | Class A required (new/remodel) | - |
| Venting | 1/8" ember-resistant mesh | - |
| Zone Map | East of ~1300 East, all foothills | - |
| Seasonal Bans | Often Jun-Oct open burning | - |
| Fact | - | IWUIC applies to foothill builds |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Sandy FAQ
How do I check if my home is in the WUI?
Use the Utah Division of Forestry wildfire map at ffsl.utah.gov or contact the Sandy Fire Marshal at (801) 568-2950. Most properties east of 1300 East are classified WUI.
Does wildfire risk affect my homeowners insurance?
Yes, significantly. Several major insurers have non-renewed or surcharged east-bench Utah policies since 2023. Maintaining defensible space and WUI-compliant construction can help retention.
West Jordan FAQ
Is my home in a WUI zone?
Check the Utah wildfire risk map at wildfirerisk.utah.gov using your address.
Do remodels trigger WUI requirements?
Major remodels and roof replacements in WUI zones must meet current ignition-resistant standards.
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