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.
West Jordan Fire Department and Salt Lake County enforce weed abatement for fire prevention under Title 8-5 and state wildfire preparedness standards. Vacant lots and undeveloped parcels must be mowed/cleared of combustible vegetation to under 10 inches by June 1 each year. Properties within 100 feet of wildland-urban interface zones (west bench near the Oquirrh Mountains) must maintain defensible space per Utah Wildland Urban Interface Code: Zone 1 (0–30 ft) requires lean/green/clean landscape; Zone 2 (30–100 ft) requires reduced fuel, pruned trees, and no ladder fuels. Dry seasons (typically July–September) may trigger Stage 1–2 fire restrictions from the Utah State Fire Marshal prohibiting open flames outdoors.
Failure to clear by June 1: written notice, 10-day cure, then city abates + 25% admin fee + lien. Violation during red-flag warning: $500 fine, possible criminal charges if fire results.
West Jordan, UT
West Jordan does not have a dedicated leaf-blower ordinance. Use is governed by general quiet-hour rules (10 PM to 7 AM prohibited). Gas blowers remain legal.
West Jordan, UT
Construction in West Jordan is generally permitted 7 AM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday. Sunday and holiday construction requires special authorization. Com...
West Jordan, UT
Commercial noise in West Jordan must not exceed reasonable limits at the property line of adjacent residential zones. Loading dock, HVAC, and mechanical nois...
West Jordan, UT
West Jordan Municipal Code Title 9 sets quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM. Unreasonable noise during these hours is a class B misdemeanor under local ordinance ...
West Jordan, UT
West Jordan may allow backyard chickens with limits. Roosters typically banned in residential areas. Livestock requires agricultural zoning.
West Jordan, UT
West Jordan limits households to 3 dogs and 3 cats over 4 months of age. Multi-pet permits are available for a fee with inspection. Licensing is required ann...
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