Brush Clearance: South Jordan vs West Jordan
How do brush clearance rules compare between South Jordan, UT and West Jordan, UT?
South Jordan and West Jordan have similar restriction levels.
South Jordan, UT
Salt Lake County
Properties in designated wildland-urban interface along the western foothills must maintain 30-foot defensible space under IFC Chapter 49.
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Salt Lake County
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.
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| Fact | South Jordan | West Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| WUI area | Western foothills / Oquirrh bench | - |
| Zone 1 (0-5 ft) | Noncombustible | - |
| Zone 2 (5-30 ft) | Thinned, grass under 4" | - |
| Zone 3 (30-100 ft) | Fuel reduction | - |
| Enforcement | UFA + SJ Code Enforcement | WJ Fire Dept + Code Enforcement |
| Annual Deadline | - | June 1 |
| Weed Height Max | - | 10 inches |
| Zone 1 (0–30 ft) | - | Lean, green, clean |
| Zone 2 (30–100 ft) | - | Reduced fuels |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
South Jordan FAQ
Does defensible space apply to my whole city?
No. It applies primarily to properties in or near the designated WUI on the western side and near open space preserves.
Who pays for weed abatement on a vacant lot?
The property owner — the city abates and liens the cost if the owner does not comply after notice.
West Jordan FAQ
Does this apply to my regular yard?
The annual brush clearance deadline applies to vacant lots and wildland-interface parcels. Maintained residential yards are covered by the general weed ordinance (10 inches year-round).
What are defensible space requirements?
Homes within 100 ft of open foothills must clear fuels, prune trees 6+ ft from ground, and keep gutters/roofs free of pine needles per Utah WUI code.
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