Salt Lake County, UT HOA Rules: CC&R Enforcement (2026)

Pre-fine procedure (Utah Code §57-8a-208(2)): Before any fine can be levied, the association must give a written warning that (i) describes the violation, (ii) cites the governing-document provision violated, (iii) warns that fines may follow for repeats within one year, and (iv) for continuing violations, gives at least 48 hours to cure. A fine is permissible only if another violation of the same rule occurs within one year, or the continuing violation is not cured within the stated time (§57-8a-208(2)(b)). Additional fines may be levied if governing documents authorize, for repeats within one year of the prior fine or for violations continuing 10 or more days after the fine (§57-8a-208(2)(c)). A fine must be tied to a rule, covenant, condition, or restriction in the governing documents (§57-8a-208(3)). The amount is set by the governing documents — Utah's statute does not impose a fixed dollar cap, but fines must be reasonable. Board discretion (§57-8a-213): The board uses reasonable business judgment to decide whether to enforce. It is not required to enforce when (i) the legal position is weak, (ii) the rule is likely inconsistent with current law, or (iii) the violation is technical and immaterial. But the board may not act arbitrarily, capriciously, or against public policy. Selective or retaliatory enforcement is unlawful. Compliance (§57-8a-212.5): Owners and the association must comply with governing documents. Climate carve-outs: Drought-resilient landscaping and certain water-saving measures are protected against HOA prohibition (see §57-8a-218), important in drought-prone Salt Lake County. The Salt Lake County Code (Municode) does not regulate HOA CC&R enforcement; state law controls.