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Utah residential lease agreement.

Everything a Utah lease must get right in 2026 — deposit limits, late fees, notice periods, and required disclosures — plus a free builder that applies each rule for you and outputs a signable PDF.

No capSecurity deposit cap

30 daysDeposit return deadline

24 hrsEntry notice required

15 daysTo end month-to-month

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Security deposits in Utah

Utah doesn't cap security deposits by statute — most landlords charge one to two months' rent. No statutory limit After the tenancy ends, the deposit must be returned within 30 days. Refund with itemized deductions within 30 days of termination Returning one now? Use the free Utah deposit return letter generator — it computes the deadline and itemizes deductions for you.

Late fees and grace periods

Utah limits late fees: Greater of 10% of monthly rent or $75; must be in written agreement. No grace period is required by statute, though many leases include one. No statutory grace period.

Landlord entry and notices

Landlords must give at least 24 hours' notice before entering, except in emergencies. 24 hours' notice by default; lease may set different terms. Ending a month-to-month tenancy takes 15 days' written notice (15 calendar days before end of rental period). No statute; effectively 15 days via period-end term change. Planning an increase? The free Utah rent increase notice generator applies the notice period automatically.

Required disclosures in a Utah lease

Lead-based paint (federal). Required for pre-1978 housing (Required when: pre-1978 housing.)
Owner/agent identity + lease copy. Provide rental agreement copy and owner/agent contact before or at signing (Always required.)
Nonrefundable fees/deposits. Any nonrefundable fee or deposit portion must be disclosed in writing (Required when: if any amount nonrefundable.)
Methamphetamine contamination. Disclose known, non-decontaminated meth contamination (Required when: known contamination.)

Clauses you can’t put in a Utah lease

Waiver of Fit Premises Act duties
Retaliation for exercising statutory rights

Utilities and pets

Utilities: No specific statute; lease should assign utility responsibility and any shared-meter allocation. Pets: No statute on pet deposits or fees; nonrefundable pet fees must be disclosed in writing. Assistance animals exempt.

Frequently asked questions

How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Utah?

Utah has no statutory limit on security deposits — one to two months' rent is customary. No statutory limit

How long does a Utah landlord have to return the deposit?

30 days after the tenancy ends. Refund with itemized deductions within 30 days of termination

Are late fees limited in Utah?

Yes — Greater of 10% of monthly rent or $75; must be in written agreement. No statutory grace period

How much notice before a landlord can enter the unit in Utah?

At least 24 hours, except in emergencies. 24 hours' notice by default; lease may set different terms

Does Utah have rent control?

No statewide rent control. State preemption

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Key statutes: Utah Code § 57-17-3 · § 57-22-4 · § 78B-6-802 · § 57-27-201. Last reviewed 2026-07. This guide summarizes state law for convenience and is not legal advice; cities and counties may add their own rules.