Utah Eviction Laws

Utah requires a 3-day written notice to pay rent or vacate before filing an eviction action.

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Key Rules

Nonpayment Notice
3 days written notice to pay rent or vacate
Periodic Tenancy Notice
15 days notice for month-to-month termination
Just Cause Required
No — no just-cause eviction requirement in Utah
Rent Control
No rent control — Utah preempts local rent control ordinances

Applicable Statutes

Utah Code Ann. § 78B-6-802

Unlawful detainer (eviction): grounds include nonpayment of rent, lease violations, and holdover. For nonpayment, landlord must give 3 days written notice to pay or vacate.

Utah Code Ann. § 57-22-4

Termination of periodic tenancy: 15 days written notice required for month-to-month tenancy termination.

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