Utah’s landlord-tenant laws, governed primarily by the Utah Fit Premises Act, balance rights and responsibilities for both parties in rental agreements, with key protections against discrimination and requirements for habitable conditions. Landlords must maintain livable units, provide 24 hours’ notice before entry, and return security deposits within 30 days minus itemized deductions. Tenants have rights to quiet enjoyment, repair remedies, and protections under fair housing laws covering source of income and gender identity.​
Landlord Duties
Landlords must supply a move-in checklist, disclose their name and contact information, and adhere to 2025 updates like 60 days’ notice for rent increases over 10% and pre-collection fee disclosures. They cannot shut off utilities or discriminate in tenant selection. Repairs for habitability issues fall on landlords, with tenants able to withhold rent or terminate if unresolved.​
Tenant Obligations
Tenants must pay rent on time (late fees capped at $75 or 10% of monthly rent), keep units clean, and comply with lease terms like no unauthorized subletting. They are responsible for damages beyond normal wear and notifying landlords of maintenance needs promptly. Utilities are outlined in leases, with parties assigning responsibility accordingly.​
Eviction Process
Evictions start with a 3-day notice to cure (pay or comply) or 5 days for tenants at will; non-compliance leads to court filing. Landlords owning 4+ units must share screening criteria and reasons for denials under 2025 laws (HB 182, HB 480). Tenants can access essentials post-eviction within 5 business days.​
New 2025 rules enhance transparency, such as electronic deposit returns with consent and stricter short-term rental regs via HB256, helping residents choose renting or owning informed by these protections.
SOURCES
[1](https://www.turbotenant.com/rental-lease-agreement/utah/laws/)
[2](https://innago.com/utah-landlord-tenant-laws/)
[3](https://www.hemlane.com/resources/utah-tenant-landlord-law/)
[4](https://www.tieronerents.com/blog/house-bills-passed-in-utah-for-2025-key-changes-landlords-must-know)
[5](https://www.doorloop.com/laws/utah-landlord-tenant-rights)
