West Valley City does not have a formal dark-sky ordinance but its zoning code requires outdoor lighting to be shielded and directed away from neighboring properties.
Unlike some Utah communities near dark-sky parks, West Valley City has not adopted IDA International Dark-Sky certification standards. However, the zoning code requires that exterior lighting on commercial and multi-family sites be designed with full cutoff fixtures or equivalent shielding to prevent glare and light spill onto adjoining residential properties. Lighting plans are reviewed at site plan approval. Residential porch and yard lighting is largely unregulated.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
West Valley City, UT
Driveways must be constructed of approved hard-surface material such as concrete or asphalt; new or widened driveways require a curb-cut permit from Public W...
West Valley City, UT
On-street parking is generally allowed but vehicles cannot remain parked in the same spot for more than 48 hours; posted restrictions and snow ordinances apply.
West Valley City, UT
Residential EV charger installation requires an electrical permit; Utah state law protects EV charging rights in HOAs and encourages public charging infrastr...
West Valley City, UT
Overnight parking on city streets is generally permitted subject to the 48-hour rule; no blanket overnight ban exists but snow-route restrictions apply in wi...
West Valley City, UT
West Valley City may allow backyard chickens with limits. Roosters typically banned in residential areas. Livestock requires agricultural zoning.
West Valley City, UT
Backyard fires in West Valley City are limited to approved enclosed fire pits burning clean wood or propane. Open burning prohibited year-round. No burning o...
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