6 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 5 cities in Salt Lake County, Utah.
Verified from official government sources
Unincorporated Salt Lake County allows fences up to six feet in rear and side yards and up to four feet in front yards under Title 19 zoning. Corner lots have clear-view triangle restrictions. Taller fences require a zoning administrator approval or variance. Retaining walls count toward height when combined with fencing. HOAs and CCRs often impose additional style and height rules.
Building permits in unincorporated Salt Lake County are generally required for fences taller than six feet, any fence in a flood plain or foothill overlay, and all masonry walls over three feet in height. Standard residential wood, vinyl, and chain link fences under six feet typically do not need a building permit but must still meet zoning standards. Retaining wall permits are required over four feet.
Utah has no shared fence cost statute — each owner responsible for their own fence. Good neighbor agreements voluntary. Utah is open range by default; herd districts reverse liability for livestock.
Swimming pool barriers in unincorporated Salt Lake County must comply with the International Residential Code as adopted by Utah, including a minimum 48-inch fence around pools 24 inches deep or deeper. Gates must be self-closing and self-latching with latches at least 54 inches high. Above-ground pools with ladders that can be secured meet the requirement. Building permits include barrier inspection.
SLCo zoning requires 30 ft sight triangle at street corners with nothing over 3 ft tall. Driveways need 10 ft clear triangle. Violations can force removal at owner cost.
Allowed residential fence materials in unincorporated Salt Lake County include wood, vinyl, wrought iron, composite, and chain link. Barbed wire and razor wire are prohibited in residential zones but allowed on agricultural parcels. Electrified fences are permitted only as low-voltage pet containment inside other fencing. Materials must be maintained in good condition. HOAs often further restrict allowable styles and colors.
5 cities in Salt Lake County have their own fence regulations rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
6 verified rules • Fence Requirements, Height Limits
6 verified rules • Fence Requirements, Height Limits
6 verified rules • Fence Requirements, Height Limits
6 verified rules • Fence Requirements, Height Limits
5 verified rules • Height Limits, Material Restrictions
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