Height Limits: South Jordan vs West Valley City
How do height limits rules compare between South Jordan, UT and West Valley City, UT?
South Jordan and West Valley City have similar restriction levels.
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 →West Valley City, UT
Salt Lake County
West Valley City fence heights: 4 feet front yard, 6 feet side and rear yard, 8 feet with administrative permit. Corner lot visibility triangle applies.
View full West Valley City rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | South Jordan | West Valley City |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | - |
| Front | - | 4 feet |
| Side/Rear | - | 6 feet |
| Max with Permit | - | 8 feet |
| Code | - | WVC 7-17 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
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.
West Valley City FAQ
How tall can my backyard fence be in West Valley City?
Up to 6 feet without a permit. Taller fences up to 8 feet may be approved through city zoning review.
Who enforces this?
West Valley City at (801) 963-3300.
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