Utah legalized residential rainwater harvesting in 2010 under §73-3-1.5. Sandy residents may collect up to 2,500 gallons in registered covered storage or up to 200 gallons in two 100-gallon containers without registration.
Utah Code §73-3-1.5 permits residential rainwater harvesting under strict limits due to Utah's prior-appropriation water rights. Homeowners may collect up to 200 gallons in two above-ground containers (each max 100 gallons) with no registration required. Larger systems up to 2,500 gallons require free registration with the Utah Division of Water Rights at waterrights.utah.gov/wateruse/raincollection.asp. Collected water must be used on the same parcel for irrigation or outdoor use — it cannot be drunk or used to supply indoor plumbing. Sandy has no additional ordinance restricting rain barrels beyond state rules, but building code applies to cisterns over 5,000 gallons and structural installations may need permits.
Unregistered large system (>200 gal): theoretically a water-rights violation, but enforcement is essentially zero for residential users. Cross-connection with potable system: serious plumbing code violation with significant fines.
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Commercial and industrial noise in Sandy must not disturb adjacent residential zones. Loading docks, HVAC, and trash pickup near homes are restricted during ...
Sandy, UT
Sandy City quiet hours run 10 PM to 7 AM under Title 9 of the Sandy Municipal Code. Unreasonable noise audible at property lines during these hours is a clas...
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Amplified music audible beyond 50 feet or at property lines after 10 PM violates Sandy noise rules. Outdoor events at venues may require a special event permit.
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