State rules · UT

Utah landlord-tenant rules

The six rules landlords and renters ask about most in Utah, each with the statute it comes from.

Last reviewed September 30, 2026 Official resource: utcourts.gov

30 days

to return a deposit

Security deposit

Utah landlords have 30 days to return a security deposit after you move out.

15 days

landlord notice, month-to-month

Notice to vacate

In Utah, a landlord must give 15 days’ notice to end a month-to-month tenancy; we found no statewide rule for the tenant’s notice.

Greater of $75 or 10%

late-fee cap

Late fees

Utah caps late fees at the greater of 10% of the agreed rent or $75.

15 days

notice before an increase

Rent increase notice

Utah landlords must give at least 15 days’ notice before raising the rent on a month-to-month tenancy.

24 hours

notice before entry

Landlord entry

Utah landlords must give at least 24 hours’ notice before entering your home, unless the lease says otherwise.

$20,000

small claims limit

Small claims limit

In Utah, you can sue for up to $20,000 in small claims court.

Not legal advice. Statutes change; check the linked section. The law behind each rule: Utah Code Title 57, Chapters 17 (Residential Renters’ Deposits) and 22 (Utah Fit Premises Act); Title 78B, Chapter 6, Part 8 (Forcible Entry and Detainer).

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