Utah Landlord-Tenant Law Guide
Utah's landlord-tenant law provides balanced protections with specific requirements for security deposits and rental agreements. The state follows the Utah Fit Premises Act for habitability standards.
Security Deposit
Limit: No statutory limit on security deposit amounts.
Return Period: 30 days after termination of tenancy, or within 30 days after tenant provides forwarding address. Must provide itemized list of damages.
Rent Increases
15 days notice required for month-to-month tenancies. Must follow lease terms for fixed-term leases.
Entry Notice
Reasonable notice required, typically 24 hours except in emergencies.
Key Statutes
- Utah Code §57-22-4 - Security Deposits
- Utah Code §57-22-5 - Landlord Obligations (Fit Premises Act)
- Utah Code §78B-6-812 - Eviction Process
Common Issues
- Not returning deposits within 30 days
- Failure to provide itemized deductions
- Not maintaining habitability under Fit Premises Act
- Entering without reasonable notice
- Improper eviction procedures