Recreational drone use in West Valley City is governed primarily by FAA Part 107 and Utah state law. Local rules prohibit drone launches from city parks and over emergency scenes.
West Valley City does not have a comprehensive local drone ordinance, but drone operation is regulated by the FAA, Utah Code 72-14 Aeronautics, and local park rules. Drones may not be launched from or landed in city parks without written authorization. Flying over wildfires, law enforcement incidents, or crash scenes is prohibited under Utah Code 76-10-1601 and can result in felony charges. Pilots must follow FAA line-of-sight, altitude (400 feet), and registration rules for drones over 250 grams.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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