Foothill properties are in Utah WUI zones with additional building and defensible-space requirements.
The eastern edge of West Jordan bordering the Oquirrh foothills is mapped within Utah Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zones. New construction in WUI areas must use Class A or B roofing, ignition-resistant siding, ember-resistant vents, and enclosed eaves per IWUIC 2018 as adopted by the state. Defensible space of 30 feet (Zone 1) and up to 100 feet (Zone 2) is required. UFA offers free home wildfire risk assessments.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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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