How many days notice does a landlord need to give for non-payment of rent in Utah?

In Utah, a landlord must give 3 days notice to pay or quit before filing for eviction due to non-payment of rent. This is governed by Utah Fit Premises Act + Utah Code §§ 78B-6-801 et seq..

What is the no-cause notice period for landlords in Utah?

In Utah, landlords must provide 15 days notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy without cause.

What are the valid grounds for eviction in Utah?

Utah recognizes the following grounds for eviction: Non-payment of rent; Lease violation; Waste or nuisance; Holdover; Criminal activity.

Utah Landlord-Tenant Law

Q: Is there rent control in Utah?

Utah does not have statewide rent control. Utah prohibits rent control (Utah Code § 57-21.5).

Tribunal: Justice Court / District Court

3 Days — Pay or Quit

15 Days — No-Cause Notice

3 Days — Cure or Quit

Notice Periods

Situation	Notice Required
Non-payment of rent	3 days to pay or quit
Month-to-month termination (no cause)	15 days
Lease violation (cure or quit)	3 days

Security Deposit

No statutory cap. Return within 30 days (Utah Code § 57-17-3).

Grounds for Eviction

Non-payment of rent
Lease violation
Waste or nuisance
Holdover
Criminal activity

Rent Control

No Statewide Rent Control

Utah prohibits rent control (Utah Code § 57-21.5).

Electronic Signatures

U.S. ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. §7001) + state UETA adoption

Electronic signatures on leases and notices are valid in Utah. Generate and e-sign a form →

Governing Statute

Utah Fit Premises Act + Utah Code §§ 78B-6-801 et seq.

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