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ACCESSORY USES, BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES

Salt Lake City Code tit. 21A, pt. IV, ch. 21A.40
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Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.010 PURPOSE STATEMENT

21A.40.010: PURPOSE STATEMENT: This chapter is intended to provide general regulations, applicable to all zoning districts, for accessory uses, buildings and structures which are customarily incidental and subordinate to the principal use and which are located on the same lot. It is further intended to provide specific standards for certain accessory uses, buildings and structures. (Ord. 26-95 § 2(20-0), 1995)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.020 GENERAL AUTHORIZATION

21A.40.020: GENERAL AUTHORIZATION: Except as otherwise expressly provided or limited in this chapter, accessory uses, buildings and structures, as defined in chapter 21A.62 of this title, are permitted in any zoning district in connection with any principal use lawfully existing within such district; provided, that such accessory uses and structures conform to all applicable requirements of this title. Any accessory use, building or structure may be approved in conjunction with the approval of the principal use. (Ord. 26-95 § 2(20-1), 1995)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.030 ZONING COMPLIANCE REQUIRED

21A.40.030: ZONING COMPLIANCE REQUIRED: No accessory use, building or structure shall be established or constructed unless it complies with the zoning ordinance and proper building permits, if required, have been obtained. Accessory buildings associated with keeping animals, bees, livestock and poultry are not subject to this chapter or the building coverage limits of the respective zoning district but are subject to the provisions of title 8, "Animals", of this code. (Ord. 20-11, 2011)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.040 USE LIMITATIONS

21A.40.040: USE LIMITATIONS: In addition to the applicable use limitations of the district regulations, no accessory use shall be permitted unless it complies with the restrictions set forth below: A. An accessory use shall be incidental and subordinate to the principal use or structure in area, extent and purpose; B. An accessory use, building or structure shall be under the same ownership or control as the principal use or structure, and shall be, except as otherwise expressly authorized by the provisions of this title, located on the same lot as the principal use or structure; C. No accessory use shall be established or constructed before the principal use is in operation or the structure is under construction in accordance with these regulations; D. No commercial sign, except as expressly authorized by this chapter or by the provisions of chapter 21A.46 of this title, shall be maintained in connection with an accessory use or structure. E. An accessory use shall be permitted if it is routinely and customarily associated with the principal use and not otherwise prohibited by this title. For residential uses, this includes accessory uses that are customarily associated with a dwelling, such as home office, outdoor living space, pool houses, storage, personal use, hobbies, and other similar uses but does not include short term rentals or other uses not allowed in the zoning district. (Ord. 64-21, 2021: Ord. 26-95 § 2(20-3), 1995)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.050 GENERAL YARD, BULK AND HEIGHT LIMITATIONS

21A.40.050: GENERAL YARD, BULK AND HEIGHT LIMITATIONS: All accessory buildings permitted by this chapter shall be subject to the following general requirements: A. Location of Accessory Buildings: 1. Front Yards: Accessory buildings are prohibited in any required front yard and shall be set back at least as far as the principal building when the principal building exceeds the required front yard setback. Notwithstanding the foregoing, hoop houses and cold frame structures up to twenty four inches (24") in height may be placed in a front yard. 2. Corner Side Yards: Accessory buildings are prohibited in a required corner side yard. Notwithstanding the foregoing, hoop houses and cold frame structures up to twenty four inches (24") in height may be placed in a corner side yard. 3. Side Yards: Hoop houses, greenhouses, and cold frame structures associated solely with growing food and/or plants are allowed in any interior side yard. Other accessory buildings are permitted in a required interior side yard when located a minimum of four feet (4') from any portion of the principal building and behind the rear wall of the principal building as shown in the illustration below: [image omitted; see the official code] 4. Rear Yards: Accessory buildings shall be built a minimum of four feet (4') from any portion of the principal building; however, pedestrian connections, such as breezeways, that do not exceed five feet (5') in width may be allowed. The minimum distance requirement does not apply to cold frames associated solely with growing food and/or plants. 5. Distance from lot lines: In residential districts, accessory buildings shall be built at least one foot (1') from sides and rear lot lines except when sharing a common wall with an accessory building on an adjacent lot. 6. Distance from residential buildings: Accessory buildings shall be a minimum of ten feet (10') from any portion of a principal residential building on an adjacent lot when that adjacent lot is in a residential zoning district; excluding hoop houses, greenhouses, and cold frames associated solely with growing food and/or plants. This provision shall not be construed to limit the construction or expansion of a principal building. 7. Double Frontage Lots: On properties where two opposite ends of the lot have frontage on a street, accessory structures and buildings may be located in a front yard provided the accessory building or structure: a. Is located in a provided yard that is directly opposite to the front yard where the primary entrance to the principal building is located; b. Is in a location that is consistent with other accessory building locations on the block; c. Complies with any sight distance triangle requirements of this title; and d. Complies with all other accessory building and structure requirements of this title. B. Maximum Coverage: 1. Yard Coverage: a. In residential districts, any portion of an accessory building, excluding hoop houses, greenhouses, and cold frames associated solely with growing food and/or plants, shall occupy not more than fifty percent (50%) of the total area located between the rear facade of the principal building and the rear lot line. b. The combined coverage for all hoop houses, greenhouses, and cold frames shall not exceed ten percent (10%) when located on vacant lots or, when located on a lot with a principal building, shall not exceed fifteen percent (15%) of the total area located between the rear facade of the principal building and the rear lot line plus the side yard area between the front and rear facades of the principal building. 2. Building Coverage: a. In the FR, R-1, R-2 and SR residential districts the maximum footprint of any accessory building, shall not exceed 50% of the building footprint of the principal structure except as follows: (1) Notwithstanding the size of the footprint of the principal building, at least 480 square feet of accessory building coverage shall be allowed subject to compliance with all other requirements in Section 21A.40.050. (2) Accessory buildings constructed within the buildable area that are located between the rear façade of the principal building and the rear yard setback may exceed 720 square feet provided the building is located entirely within the buildable area and the property complies with the maximum building coverage requirements of the underlying zoning district. (3) The building coverage for a detached accessory dwelling unit shall be subject to the standards in 21A.40.200, regardless of the building coverage requirement in this section. (4) An accessory building that contains an accessory dwelling unit on the second level may exceed the maximum coverage up to the footprint of the accessory dwelling unit. b. The combined coverage for all hoop houses, greenhouses, and cold frames shall not exceed thirty five percent (35%) of the building footprint of the principal structure. C. Maximum Height of Accessory Buildings/Structures: 1. Accessory to Residential Uses in the FP District and RMF Districts: The height of accessory buildings/structures in residential districts are measured from established grade to the highest point of the accessory building and shall conform to the following: a. The height of accessory structures with flat roofs shall not exceed twelve feet (12'). The height of flat roof structures may be increased up to seventy five percent (75%) of the height of the principal structure, not to exceed fifteen feet (15') provided the setbacks increases one foot for every one foot (1') of building height above twelve feet (12'). b. The height of accessory structures with pitched roofs shall not exceed seventeen feet (17') measured to the midpoint of the roof. The height of pitched roof structures may be increased up to seventy five percent (75%) of the height of the principal structure, not to exceed twenty one feet (21') provided the setbacks increase one foot for every one foot (1') of structure height above seventeen feet (17'). 2. Accessory to Residential Uses in the FR, R-1 Districts, R-2 District and SR Districts: The height of accessory buildings/structures in the FR districts, R-1 districts, R-2 district and SR districts are measured from established grade to the highest point of the accessory structure and shall conform to the following: a. The height of accessory structures with flat roofs shall not exceed twelve feet (12'), except that in the SR-1A zoning district the height of accessory structures with flat roofs shall not exceed nine feet (9'). The height of flat roof accessory structures may be increased up to seventy five percent (75%) of the height of the principal structure, not to exceed an additional three feet (3') except in the SR-1A zoning district where up to an additional two feet (2') may be permitted provided the setbacks are increased one foot (1') for every one foot of additional building height. b. The height of accessory structures with pitched roofs shall not exceed seventeen feet (17') at any given point of building coverage. In the SR-1A zoning district the height of accessory structures with pitched roofs shall not exceed fourteen feet (14'). The height of pitched roof accessory structures may be increased up to seventy five percent (75%) of the height of the principal structure, not to exceed an additional four feet (4') except in the SR-1A zoning district where up to an additional three feet (3') may be permitted provided the setbacks are increased one foot for every one foot of building height. D. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Code, all structures shall comply with the Sight Distance Triangle Requirements as defined and illustrated in Chapter 21A.62 of this title. The planning director, in consultation with the transportation director, may approve alternative design solutions that result in similar visual clearance and effectively mitigate safety concerns. (Ord. 47A-25, 2025: Ord. 70-24, 2024: Ord. 29-24, 2024: Ord. 10-24, 2024: Ord. 46-23, 2023: Ord. 17-23, 2023: Ord. 64-21, 2021: Ord. 82-12, 2012: Ord. 59-12, 2012: Ord. 51-11, 2011: Ord. 20-11, 2011)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.065 OUTDOOR DINING

21A.40.065: OUTDOOR DINING: "Outdoor dining", as defined in chapter 21A.62 of this title, shall be allowed in any zoning district where restaurant or retail uses are allowed and for any nonconforming food serving land use subject to the provisions of this section: A. Where allowed: 1. Within the buildable lot area; 2. Within a required or provided front or corner side yard; 3. Within a required side yard provided: the outdoor dining is setback a minimum of ten feet (10') when abutting a residential zoning district that does not permit restaurants or retail uses. Properties separated by an alley are not considered abutting for the purpose of this section. 4. Within a required rear yard provided the outdoor dining is setback a minimum of ten feet (10') when abutting a residential zoning district that does not permit restaurants or retail uses. Properties separated by an alley are not considered abutting for the purpose of this section. 5. Within a public right of way or an abutting public property subject to all applicable lease agreements, applicable regulations, and the outdoor dining design guidelines. B. All outdoor dining shall be subject to the following conditions: 1. All applicable requirements of chapter 21A.48 and section 21A.36.020 of this title are met. 2. All required business, health and other regulatory licenses for the outdoor dining have been secured. 3. A detailed site plan demonstrating the following: a. All the proposed outdoor dining activities will be conducted on private property owned or otherwise controlled by the applicant and that none of the activities will occur on any publicly owned rights-of-way unless separate approval for the use of any such public rights-of-way has been obtained from the city; b. The main entry has a control point as required by state liquor laws. 4. The proposed outdoor dining complies with all conditions pertaining to any existing variances, conditional uses or other approvals granted for property. 5. Live music will not be performed, nor loudspeakers played in the outdoor dining area unless the decibel level is within conformance with the Salt Lake City noise control ordinance, chapter 9.28 of this code. Live music and loudspeakers are prohibited outside between the hours of ten o’clock (10:00) p.m. and seven o’clock (7:00) a.m. when the property is within a radius of six hundred sixty feet (660') of a residential zoning district found in chapter 21A.24 of this code. 6. Outdoor dining shall be considered an expansion of the use for the purpose of determining if additional parking is required as stated in chapter 21A.44 (Parking). 7. Smoking shall be prohibited within the outdoor dining area and within twenty five feet (25') of the outdoor dining area. ((Ord. 10-24, 2024: Ord. 64-21, 2021: Ord. 58-41, 2014)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.080 ACCESSORY STORAGE OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS

21A.40.080: ACCESSORY STORAGE OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS: Storage of flammable liquids shall be permitted as accessory to a permitted or conditional use subject to the following conditions: A. Storage facilities shall not be located in any required landscaped area; B. Storage facilities shall not be located in a manner that will interfere with parking and vehicular circulation areas; and C. The location and size of flammable liquid storage facilities shall be subject to Salt Lake City fire department approval. (Ord. 26-95 § 2(20-7), 1995)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.090 ANTENNA REGULATIONS

21A.40.090: ANTENNA REGULATIONS: All antennas shall comply with the following regulations and all other ordinances of the city and any pertinent regulations of the federal communications commission and the federal aviation administration: A. Communication Towers: Communication towers are permitted in certain nonresidential districts. Refer to the tables of permitted and conditional uses in Chapter 21A.33 of this title for the applicable district regulations. B. Amateur Radio Facilities With Surface Area Exceeding ten (10) Square Feet: Any antenna and antenna support having a combined surface area greater than ten (10) square feet or having any single dimension exceeding twelve feet (12') that is capable of transmitting as well as receiving signals and is licensed by the federal communications commission as an amateur radio facility shall be permitted as an accessory use, but only in compliance with the regulations set forth below: 1. Number Limited: No more than one such antenna or antenna support structure with a surface area greater than ten (10) square feet or any single dimension exceeding twelve feet (12') may be located on any lot. 2. Height Limited: No such antenna and its support structure shall, if ground mounted, exceed seventy five feet (75') in height or, if attached to a building pursuant to Subsection B.3 of this section, the height therein specified. 3. Attachment to Buildings Limited: No such antenna or its support structure shall be attached to a principal or accessory structure unless all of the following conditions are satisfied: a. Height: The antenna and its support structure shall not extend more than 20 feet above the highest point of the building on which it is mounted. b. Mounting: The antenna and its support structure shall not be attached to or mounted upon any building appurtenance, such as a chimney. The antenna and its support structure shall not be mounted or attached to the front or corner side of any principal building facing a street, including any portion of the building roof facing any street. The antenna and its support structure shall be designed to withstand a wind force of eighty (80) miles per hour without the use of supporting guywires. c. Grounding: The antenna and its support structure shall be bonded to a grounding rod. C. Wireless Telecommunications Facilities; Low Power Radio Services Facilities: The purpose of this section is to address planning issues brought on by the rapid growth in demand for low power radio services. This section distinguishes low power radio from other broadcasting type telecommunication technologies and establishes provisions that deal with issues of demand, visual mitigation, noise, engineering, residential impacts, health, safety and facility siting. The requirements of this section apply to both commercial and private low power radio services. Low power radio services facilities include "cellular" or "PCS" (personal communications system) communications and paging systems. 1. Uses: The uses specified in Table 21A.40.090 of this section, indicate which facility types are allowed as either a permitted or conditional use within specific zoning districts. Low power radio service facilities may be an accessory use, secondary use, or principal use. a. Administrative Consideration of Conditional Uses: Applications for low power wireless telecommunication facilities that are listed as conditional uses shall be reviewed according to the procedures set forth in Section 21A.54.155. TABLE 21A.40.090 WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES | Wall Mount3 | Roof Mount3 | Monopole With Antennas And Antenna Support Structure Less Than 2' Wide3 | Monopole With Antennas And Antenna Support Structure Greater Than 2' Wide3 | Lattice Tower | Stealth District Height Limit But Not To Exceed 60' Whichever Is Less) | 60' Or Exceeding The Maximum Height Limit Of The Zone Up To 30 Additional feet | District Height Limit But Not To Exceed 60' Whichever Is Less) | 60' Or Exceeding The Maximum Height Limit Of The Zone Up To 30 Additional feet | Wall Mount3 | Roof Mount3 | Monopole With Antennas And Antenna Support Structure Less Than 2' Wide3 | Monopole With Antennas And Antenna Support Structure Greater Than 2' Wide3 | Lattice Tower | Stealth District Height Limit But Not To Exceed 60' Whichever Is Less) | 60' Or Exceeding The Maximum Height Limit Of The Zone Up To 30 Additional feet | District Height Limit But Not To Exceed 60' Whichever Is Less) | 60' Or Exceeding The Maximum Height Limit Of The Zone Up To 30 Additional feet Residential districts: | | | | | | | | R-1/12,000 | P1 | | | | | | | P R-1/7,000 | P1 | | | | | | | P R-1/5,000 | P1 | | | | | | | P SR-1 | P1 | | | | | | | P SR-3 | P1 | | | | | | | P R-2 | P1 | | | | | | | P RMF-2 | P1 | | | | | | | P RMF-35 | P | C | | | | | | P RMF-45 | P | C | | | | | | P RMF-75 | P | C | | | | | | P FM-UN1 | P | | | | | | | P Mixed use/Downtown/ Manufacturing Districts: | | | | | | | | MU-2 | P | C | | | | | | P MU-3 | P | C | | | | | | P MU-5 | P | P | P | C | C | C | | P MU-6 | P | P | P | C | C | C | | P MU-8 | P | P | P | P | P | C | | P MU-11 | P | P | P | P | P | P | | P D-1 | P | P | P | C | C | C | | P D-2 | P | P | P | C | C | C | | P D-3 | P | P | P | C | C | C | | P D-4 | P | P | P | C | C | C | | P G-MU | P | P | P | C | C | C | | P M-1 | P | P | P4 | C4 | P4 | C4 | C4 | P M-2 | P | P | P | C | P | C | C | P M-1A | P | P | P | C | P | C | C | P Special purpose districts: | | | | | | | | RP | P | C | | | | | | P BP | P | P | P | C | C | C | | P AG | P1 | P1 | C | C | C | | | P AG-2 | P1 | P1 | C | C | C | | | P AG-5 | P1 | P1 | C | C | C | | | P AG-20 | P1 | P1 | C | C | C | | | P A | P | P | P | P | P | C | C | P PL | P | C | | | | | | P PL-2 | P | C | | | | | | P I | P | C | | | | | | P UI | P | P | C | C | C | | | P OS2 | | | C | C | C | C | C | P EI | P | P | P | C | C | C | | P Notes: P = Permitted use C = Conditional use 1. Allowed as a permitted use on a residential building consisting of 4 or more attached dwelling units and on nonresidential buildings. Zoning administrator approval is required to assure compliance to subsection C2a of this section. 2. New telecommunications towers are allowed outside the telecommunication corridor in the OS zone for public safety, public security, or Salt Lake City Public Utilities Department purposes only. 3. Collocation of a wireless telecommunication facility is allowed per subsection C4 of this section. 4. Prohibited within the Eco-Industrial Buffer Area of the Northwest Quadrant Overlay District. 2. Facility Types: Low power radio services facilities are characterized by the type or location of the antenna structure. There are seven general types of such antenna structures allowed. Standards for the installation of each type of antenna are as follows: a. Wall Mounted Antenna: The following provisions apply to wall mounted antennas: (1) Wall mounted antennas shall not extend above the wall line of the building or extend more than four feet horizontally from the face of the building. (2) Antennas, equipment, and the supporting structure shall be painted to match the color of the building or structure of the background against which they are most commonly seen. Antennas and the supporting structures on buildings should be architecturally compatible with the building. Whip antennas are not allowed on a wall mounted antenna structure. (3) Antennas mounted directly on existing parapet walls, penthouses, or mechanical equipment rooms, with no portion of the antenna extending above the roofline of such structures, shall be considered a wall mounted antenna. b. Roof Mounted Antenna: The following provisions apply to roof mounted antennas: (1) Roof mounted antennas shall be allowed on top of existing penthouses or mechanical equipment rooms and shall not extend more than eight feet (8') above the existing roofline of the penthouse or mechanical equipment room. (2) For antennas not mounted on a penthouse or mechanical equipment room, the antennas shall be mounted at least five feet (5') from the exterior wall of a building. For antennas mounted between five (5) and ten (10) feet from the exterior wall, the maximum height of a roof mounted antenna is directly proportional to the distance the antenna is set back from the exterior wall up to a maximum height of ten feet above the roofline of the building to which the antenna is attached. Antennas shall be mounted at least five feet (5') behind any parapet wall. For antennas mounted between five and ten feet behind a parapet wall, the maximum height of the antenna is directly proportional to the distance the antenna is set back from the wall up to a maximum of ten feet (10') as measured from the top of the parapet wall. The antennas shall not extend more than fifteen feet (15') above the roofline of the building itself unless approved as a conditional use (see Subsection 21A.62.050.H). (3) Roof mounted antennas are permitted only on a flat roof. c. Monopole with Antennas and Support Structure Less Than Two Feet (2') in Width: The total of each individual antenna structure mounted on a monopole shall not exceed two feet (2') in width. The maximum height of each individual antenna shall not exceed ten feet (10') in height (see Subsection 21A.62.050.G). In the case of collocation, when there is more than one antenna located on a monopole, all additional antenna structures shall not exceed the above referenced dimensions. No such antenna shall be located within one hundred sixty five feet (165') of a residential zone. d. Monopole with Antennas and Antenna Support Structure Greater Than Two Feet (2') in Width: The maximum visible width of individual antennas and antenna mounting structures on a monopole shall not exceed eight feet in height or thirteen feet (13') in width as viewed looking directly at the monopole at same elevation as the antennas and antenna mounting structure (see Subsection 21A.62.050.F). In the case of collocation, when there is more than one antenna located on a monopole, all additional antenna structures shall not individually exceed the above referenced dimensions. No such monopole shall be located within three hundred thirty feet (330') of a residential zone. e. Lattice Tower: The maximum visible width of individual antennas and antenna mounting structures on a lattice tower shall not exceed eight feet (8') in height or thirteen feet (13') in width (see Subsection 21A.62.050.E). No such lattice tower shall be located within three hundred thirty feet (330') of a residential zone. f. Stealth Antennas: Examples of stealth antennas include, but are not limited to, flagpoles, light pole standards or architectural elements such as dormers, steeples and chimneys. Final determination regarding whether a structure qualifies as a stealth antenna shall be made by the planning director based on these standards. The electrical equipment shall be located in accordance with Subsection C.3 of this section. (1) Stealth antennas shall be permitted in all zoning districts subject to meeting the provisions contained in Section 21A.36.020, Tables 21A.36.020.B and 21A.36.020.C of this title provided that: (A) The stealth antenna is substantially disguised as another object or otherwise concealed from view so that the antenna is not readily apparent. (B) The stealth antenna reasonably conforms to the expected dimensions of the object it is being disguised as if that object were to be located on the subject property. (C) The stealth antenna shall be located in an area of the property where it is reasonable to expect the object that the antenna is being disguised as to be located. (D) A stealth antenna shall not exceed the maximum building height of the zoning district except for any allowed height encroachment authorized in Subsection 21A.36.020.C Height Exceptions. (2) Antennas Located within Existing Structures where there is no Exterior Evidence of the Antennas: Antennas located within an existing structure constructed prior to the effective date hereof shall be a permitted use in all zoning districts provided that: (A) There shall not be any exterior evidence of the antenna or support structure. (B) The electrical equipment structure shall be located within the existing structure or be located and/or screened where it is not visible from public rights of way or neighboring properties, or in compliance with the location requirements as noted in Subsection C.3 of this section. (3) Additional Provisions for Stealth Antennas in the PL Public Lands District: In addition to the standards in Subsections (1) and (2) above, a stealth antenna as a stand-alone structure is permitted up to a height of seventy five feet (75') when located on property that is used for public safety purposes subject to complying with the following provisions: (A) Shall be disguised as art or a tree; (B) If disguised as art, the pole that supports the antennas shall be wrapped or painted as art and all antennas shall be substantially hidden from view as part of the art. (C) If disguised as a tree, the pole shall be painted brown or green and the synthetic tree branches shall be either pyramidal or columnar shape to form a common tree shape. Antennas shall be painted to match the design of the tree branches and pole. (D) The stealth antenna must comply with the minimum yard setbacks of the PL zoning district as provided in Subsection 21A.32.070.E.2. (E) Installation of the stealth antenna shall not require the removal of an existing tree to accommodate the antenna structure. g. Utility Pole Mounted Antenna: Antennas on utility poles and associated electrical equipment shall be allowed subject to the following standards: (1) Antennas: (A) The antennas shall be located either on an existing utility pole or on a replacement pole in the public right-of-way, or in a rear yard utility easement. (B) On an existing pole, the antennas shall not extend more than ten feet (10') above the top of the pole. (C) The antennas, including the mounting structure, shall not exceed thirty inches (30") in diameter to be considered a permitted use. Antennas with an outside diameter greater than thirty inches (30") shall be a conditional use. (D) Antennas located in the public right- of-way shall be a permitted use and shall comply with the standards listed above. (E) Conditional use approval is required for antennas located in a rear yard utility easement in all residential, MU-2, MU-3, PL Public Lands, PL-2 Public Lands, I Institutional, and OS Open Space zoning districts. Antennas located in a rear yard utility easement in all other zoning districts shall be a permitted use and shall comply with the standards listed above. (2) General Provisions: (A) The application shall include the signature of the authorized agent of the owner of the utility pole. (B) Antennas and equipment boxes on the utility poles shall be painted to match the pole to which it is attached to minimize visual impacts. (C) Generators or noise producing venting systems shall not be used. (D) Lighting for aircraft is prohibited except where required by federal law. (E) Electrical and utility cables between the utility pole and electrical boxes shall be placed underground. (F) Facilities in the public right-of-way shall be subject to any applicable franchise fees or lease agreements required by the city. 3. Electrical Equipment: a. Electrical Equipment Located in the Public Right-Of-Way, Front Yard or Side Yard: Electrical equipment in the public right-of-way shall either be attached directly to the utility pole or placed underground. (1) If the electrical equipment is attached to the pole, the boxes shall not be larger than thirty six inches (36") in height, twelve inches (12") deep and no wider than twenty inches (20"). No more than five (5) such boxes shall be mounted on the utility pole to which it is attached (excluding the power meter and network interface box). The boxes shall be stacked vertically, one above the other, and shall be at least ten feet (10') above the ground. The power meter and network interface box may be installed below the ten foot (10') level. (2) Electrical equipment in the required front or side yard shall be placed underground. (3) Electrical equipment placed underground or on a utility pole in the public right-of-way shall comply with the requirements of the Salt Lake City Engineering and Transportation Divisions. b. Electrical Equipment Located on Private Property: Electrical equipment shall be subject to the following standards: (1) Located in a rear yard, interior side yard, or within the building area of the lot. (2) If located in a zoning district without a required front or corner side yard setback, the equipment shall be located a minimum of ten feet (10') from the front or corner side yard property line. (3) Located a minimum of four feet (4') from a side or rear property line unless located in an enclosed structure or a vault where the equipment will not be visible. (4) If the equipment is located next to a public trail, park, open space, or other public space other than a street, the equipment shall be screened by a masonry wall or solid fence so the equipment is not visible. (5) The electrical equipment and any structure associated with the electrical equipment is subject to the maximum lot coverage of the underlying zoning district. 4. Collocation: Collocation of a wireless telecommunication facility on a previously approved wireless telecommunication service facility such as an existing building, structure, or antenna support structure, is allowed as a permitted use, provided: a. No increase in the height of the existing wireless telecommunication support structure is proposed; b. All aspects of the collocation improvements must be located within the previously approved fenced (lease) area; c. Compliance with the corresponding provisions set forth in this subsection C. 5. Height Limit: The height limit for monopoles and lattice towers shall be limited as per Table 21A.40.090 of this section. 6. Location and Minimum Setbacks: Monopoles with antennas and antenna support structure less than two feet in width, monopoles with antennas and antenna support structure greater than two feet (2') in width and lattice towers shall be allowed only in the rear yard area of any lot. These structures shall not be located in a required landscaped area, buffer area or required parking area. 7. Area Limitations for Wall and Roof Mounted Antennas: A combination of both roof and wall mounted antennas are allowed on a building. The total area for all wall and roof mounted antennas and supporting structures combined shall not exceed the lesser of sixty (60) square feet or five percent (5%) of the gross square footage of each exterior wall of a building. The total area is the sum of each individual antenna face and the visible portion of the supporting structure as viewed when looking directly at the face of the building. The total area for a roof mounted antenna shall apply to the closest exterior wall (see Subsection 21A.62.050.J). 8. Roof and Wall Mounted Antennas on Noncomplying Buildings that Exceed the Maximum Height Limit of the Zoning District: If a building exceeds the maximum allowable height of the zoning district, roof or wall mounted antennas may be attached to the portion of the building that extends above the maximum height limit of the zoning district, if said antenna is listed as a permitted use in Table 21A.40.090 of this section. 9. Additional Conditional Use Requirements: In addition to the conditional use standards outlined in Chapter 21A.54 of this title, the following shall be considered prior to a decision for a conditional use: a. Compatibility of the proposed structure with the height and mass of existing buildings and utility structures; b. Whether collocation of the antenna on the other existing structures in the same vicinity such as other towers, buildings, water towers, utility poles, etc., is possible without significantly impacting antenna transmission or reception; c. The location of the antenna in relation to existing vegetation, topography and buildings to obtain the best visual screening; d. Whether the spacing between monopoles and lattice towers creates detrimental impacts to adjoining properties. 10. Accessory Buildings to Antenna Structures: Accessory buildings to antenna structures must comply with the required setback, height and landscaping requirements of the zoning district in which they are located. Monopoles shall be fenced with a six foot (6') chainlink fence and the climbing pegs removed from the lower twenty feet (20’) of the monopole. All power lines on the lot leading to the accessory building and antenna structure shall be underground. 11. Historic District: Any antenna proposed for a location within a historic district or on landmark site is subject to approval through the Historic Landmarks Commission as contained in Section 21A.34.020 of this title. 12. Permission Required for Antennas and Mounting Structures on or over a Public Right-Of-Way: Antennas and mounting structures encroaching on or over the public sidewalk or on or over a public right-of-way shall be subject to obtaining permission from the City pursuant to the City's rights-of-way encroachment policy. 13. Location on City Owned Property or Land Zoned as Open Space: Telecommunication facilities proposed to be located on city owned property or on any property located within an Open Space zoning district or subject to the city's open space lands program must obtain approvals from appropriate agencies governing such properties. 14. Nonmaintained or Abandoned Facilities: The building official may require each nonmaintained or abandoned low power radio services antenna to be removed from the building or premises when such an antenna has not been repaired or put into use by the owner, person having control or person receiving benefit of such structure within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of nonmaintenance or abandonment is given to the owner, person having control or person receiving the benefit of such structure. (Ord. 74C-25, 2025: Ord. 47A-25, 2025: Ord. 3-25, 2025: Ord. 73-22, 2022: Ord. 64-21, 2021: Ord. 13-19, 2019: Ord. 59-17, 2017: Ord. 46-17, 2017: Ord. 55-11, 2011: Ord. 10-10 § 12, 2010: Ord. 73-02 §§ 9 (Exh. D) - 11, 2002: Ord. 81-01 § 1, 2001: Ord. 11-01 § 1, 2001: Ord. 14-00 § 7, 2000: Ord. 3-00 § 1, 2000: Ord. 93-99 §§ 1 - 4, 1999: Ord. 35-99 §§ 60 - 62, 1999: amended during 5/96 supplement: Ord. 5-96 § 1, 1996: Ord. 26-95 § 2(20-8), 1995)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.100 LOCATION OF MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT

21A.40.100: LOCATION OF MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT: All mechanical equipment shall be located as follows: A. Front and Corner Side Yards and Double Frontage Lots: Only allowed if located within four feet (4') of the principal building and screened by vegetation, a solid wall or fence so the equipment is not visible and at least ten feet (10') from the front and corner side yard property lines. B. Side Yards: setback at least four feet (4') from a side property line. If the equipment is adjacent to a driveway, parking stall, or accessory structure on an abutting parcel, the setback may be reduced to two feet (2'). C. Rear Yards: setback at least four feet (4') from a rear property line. If the equipment is adjacent to a driveway, parking stall, or accessory structure on an abutting parcel, the setback may be reduced to two feet (2'). D. Prohibited Areas: in addition to the yard requirements above, mechanical equipment is prohibited to be located on the roof of an accessory structure, with the exception of exhaust fans and mechanical vents serving the accessory building in which case the fans or vents shall be at least ten feet (10') from a property line. (Ord. 10-24, 2024: Ord. 64-21, 2021)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.120 REGULATION OF FENCES AND WALLS

21A.40.120: REGULATION OF FENCES AND WALLS: A. Purpose: Fences and walls serve properties by providing privacy and security, defining private space and enhancing the design of individual sites. Fences also affect the public by impacting the visual image of the streetscape and the overall character of neighborhoods. The purpose of these regulations is to achieve a balance between the private concerns for privacy and site design and the public concerns for enhancement of the community appearance, and to ensure the provision of adequate light, air and public safety. B. Location: All fences and walls shall be erected entirely within the property lines of the property they are intended to serve. C. Building Permit Required: 1. A building permit shall be obtained prior to construction of any fence that does not exceed six feet (6') in height and is not made of concrete or masonry or does not require structural review under the Uniform Building Code regulations. The permit is to ensure compliance with adopted regulations. 2. A building permit and fee are required for fences and walls which exceed six feet (6') in height and all fences or walls of any height that are constructed under the International Building Code. The permit is to ensure compliance with all Zoning Ordinance standards and requirements (location, height, types of materials) as well as to ensure the structural integrity of the pilasters and foundation system which will be verified by plan review and site inspection. 3. The application for a permit must include plans identifying the location and height of the proposed fence or wall. If the fence or wall is constructed of masonry or concrete of any height or exceeds six feet (6') in height, construction details showing horizontal and vertical reinforcement and foundation details shall be shown on the plans. 4. The building permit fee for a fence will be a general permit fee based on construction costs or valuation of the work as shown in the consolidated fee schedule. 5. Construction of any fence in the following districts shall also comply with the additional fencing regulations found in the following subsections of this title: a. FP Foothills Protection District (21A.32.040I); b. H Historic Preservation Overlay District (21A.34.020E); and c. Foothill Residential FR-1, FR-2 and FR-3 Districts (21A.24.010P). D. Design Requirements: 1. Residential districts (chapter 21A.24, "Residential Districts", of this title): a. Allowed Materials: Fences and walls shall be made of high quality, durable materials that require low maintenance. Acceptable materials for a fence include chainlink, wood, brick, masonry block, stone, tubular steel, wrought iron, vinyl, composite/recycled materials (hardy board) or other manufactured material or combination of materials commonly used for fencing. Other materials of similar quality and durability, but not listed herein, may be used upon approval by the Zoning Administrator through an administrative interpretation application; b. Prohibited Materials: Fences and walls shall not be made of or contain: (1) Scrap materials such as scrap lumber and scrap metal. (2) Materials not typically used or designated/manufactured for fencing such as metal roofing panels, corrugated or sheet metal, tarps or plywood. 2. Nonresidential districts (Chapters 21A.25 through 21A.34 of this title): a. Allowed Materials: Fences and walls shall be made of high quality, durable materials that require minimal maintenance. Acceptable materials for fencing in nonresidential districts include, but are not limited to, chainlink, prewoven chainlink with slats, wood, brick, tilt-up concrete, masonry block, stone, metal, composite/recycled materials or other manufactured materials or combination of materials commonly used for fencing. Other materials of similar quality and durability, but not listed herein, may be used upon approval by the zoning administrator through an administrative interpretation application. b. Prohibited Materials: Fences or walls in nonresidential districts shall not be constructed of or contain: (1) Scrap materials such as scrap lumber and scrap metal. (2) Materials not typically used or designated/ manufactured for fencing such as metal roofing panels, corrugated or sheet metal, tarps or plywood. E. Height Restrictions and Gates: 1. Fences and walls shall comply with the following regulations: a. Except as permitted in subsection 21A.24.010.P and 21A.40.120.E.4 of this code a fence or wall located between the front lot line and front building line of the facade of the principal structure that contains the primary entrance shall not exceed four (4) feet in height. b. A fence or wall located at or behind the primary facade of the principal structure shall not exceed seven (7) feet in height. c. On developed properties where there is no existing principal structure, the height of a fence or wall shall not exceed four (4) feet in a front yard area or seven (7) feet in the rear or side yard areas. If there is no minimum front yard setback in the underlying zoning district, a fence or wall taller than four feet may not be placed closer than ten (10) feet from the front lot line. d. All refuse disposal and recycling dumpsters shall be screened on all sides by a solid wood fence, masonry wall, or an equivalent opaque material to a height of not less than six (6) feet but not more than eight (8) feet. [image omitted; see the official code] [image omitted; see the official code] e. Not withstanding Subsection 21A.40.120.E.1.b.(1), in the M-1, M-1A, M-2, and EI zoning districts, fences or walls may be up to six (6) feet in height if located between the front lot line and the front building line of the facade of the principal structure that contains the primary entrance, unless the subject property is abutting or across a public street from a zoning district that allows residential use, then the maximum height for a front yard fence is four (4) feet. f. Outdoor storage, when permitted in the zoning district, shall be located behind the primary facade of the principal structure and shall be screened with a solid wall or fence and shall comply with the requirements in Section 5.60.120. Outdoor storage in the M-1, M-1A, and M-2 districts are also subject to the provisions of Subsection 21A.28.010.B.3. g. All refuse disposal and recycling dumpsters, except those located in the M-2, LO and EI districts shall be screened on all sides by a solid wood fence, masonry wall or an equivalent opaque material to a height of not less than six (6) feet but not more than eight (8) feet. 2. Double Frontage Lot: On properties with more than one front lot line, a fence or wall may be a maximum of seven (7) feet when located: a. Behind the primary facade of the principal structure; or b. In the front yard that is directly opposite the front yard where the primary entrance to the principal building is located. [image omitted; see the official code] 3. Vacant Lots. Notwithstanding 21A.24.010.P.10.d, fencing to secure vacant or undeveloped lots may be up to six (6) feet in height, provided the fence is not closer than five (5) feet to a public sidewalk and is no less than eighty percent (80%) transparent. Once the property is developed, the fence will be required to comply with the height restrictions of this title. 4. Additional Fence Height Allowed. Notwithstanding any other Section of this Chapter, the following regulations apply: a. When Abutting Nonresidential Zoning Districts. Fences or walls in the FR, SR, and R-l zoning districts shall not exceed seven (7) feet in height in the side or rear yard except where they abut a Commercial, Downtown, Manufacturing, or Special Purpose Zoning District. The maximum height shall be eight (8) feet. This exception does not apply to fences or walls in the corner side yard or front yard and only applies where the lot abuts the nonresidential district. b. When Abutting Nonresidential Zoning Districts. Fences or walls in the FR, SR, and R-l zoning districts shall not exceed seven (7) feet in height in the side or rear yard except where they abut a Commercial, Downtown, Manufacturing, or Special Purpose Zoning District. The maximum height shall be eight (8) feet. This exception does not apply to fences or walls in the corner side yard or front yard and only applies where the lot abuts the nonresidential district. [image omitted; see the official code] c. Recreation Facilities. For fences or walls constructed around parks, open space, or other outdoor recreation areas, the maximum height fence shall be up to ten (10) feet in height and may be located in any required yard, provided that the fence or wall is no less than eighty percent (80%) transparent above a height of six (6) feet. Fences or walls for which a greater height is necessary to protect public safety, such as, driving ranges, baseball fields, athletic fields; or similar facilities may be allowed within the subject property to a height necessary to contain the recreation equipment. d. Private Game Courts, Swimming Pools, and Other Similar Recreation Equipment. Fences or walls constructed around private game courts, swimming pools, or other similar recreation equipment expressly permitted in Section 21A.36.020.B, may be up to ten (10) feet in height provided that the fence or wall is no less than eighty percent (80%) transparent above a height of six (6) feet. [image omitted; see the official code] e. Construction Fencing. Temporary fencing to secure construction sites during the planning, demolition, or construction process is permitted to a maximum of ten (10) feet in height in any required yard. f. Pillars. Pillars shall be allowed to extend up to eighteen (18) inches above the allowable height of a fence or wall; provided, that the pillars shall have a maximum diameter or width of no more than eighteen (18) inches; and provided, that the pillars shall have a minimum spacing of no less than six (6) feet apart, measured face to face. g. Gates and Arches. The height of gates shall conform to the applicable maximum fence height where the gate is located except that decorative elements on gates such as scrolls, finials, and similar features may extend up to one foot above the maximum fence height. In addition, arches or trellises up to twelve (12) feet in height and five (5) feet in width may be constructed over a gate if integrated into the fence/gate design. A maximum of two (2) such arches shall be permitted per property. [image omitted; see the official code] h. Barbed or Razor Wire Fences. Where permitted, barbed wire and razor wire fences may be up to twelve (12) feet in height. i. Conditional Uses. A fence or wall may exceed the allowable height requirements of this Chapter where additional fence height is imposed as a reasonable condition to mitigate the anticipated detrimental effects of a conditional use. Where such additional height is imposed as a reasonable condition, such height shall not exceed the minimum height necessary to mitigate the anticipated detrimental effects of the conditional use. 5. Vision Clearance and Safety. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Code, a fence or wall shall comply with the sight distance triangle requirements of this section. a. Corner Lots; Sight Distance Triangle: No solid fence or wall shall be erected to a height in excess of three (3) feet if the fence or wall is located within the sight distance triangle extending thirty (30) feet either side of the intersection of the respective street curb lines, or edge lines of roadway where curbing is not provided as noted in Section 21A.62.050, illustration I of this title. b. Intersection of Street and Driveway; Intersection of Alley or Driveway and Sidewalk; Sight Distance Triangle: Solid fences or walls shall not exceed thirty (30) inches in height within the sight distance triangle as defined in Section 21A.62.050, illustration I of this title. c. Sight Distance Triangle and See Through Fences: Within the area defined as a sight distance triangle, see through fences that are at least fifty percent (50%) open shall be allowed to a height of four (4) feet. d. Alternative Design Solutions. To provide adequate line of sight for driveways and alleys, the zoning administrator, in consulting with the development review team, may require alternative design solutions, including, but not restricted to, requiring increased fence setback and/or lower fence height, to mitigate safety concerns created by the location of buildings, grade change or other preexisting conditions. 6. Height Measurement. The height of a fence or wall shall be measured from the finished grade of the site as defined in section 21A.62.040 of this title. In instances of an abrupt grade change at the property line, the height for fences that are located on top of a retaining wall shall be measured from the top of the retaining wall. [image omitted; see the official code] 7. Gates. No gate, whether crossing a driveway, walkway, or part of a fence, shall be erected to a height in excess of the standards outlined in this subsection E. To regulate the location of gates and their impact on vehicular staging within the public right of way, passenger vehicles shall require a minimum seventeen (17) foot six (6) inch setback from back edge of sidewalk, or property line when a sidewalk is not provided, and large truck driveways shall require a one hundred (100) foot setback from back edge of sidewalk, or property line when a sidewalk is not provided. This requirement does not apply to gates abutting alleys. All gates are to swing inward to the property or be a roll gate that does not impact the staging area. F. General Requirements: 1. Except when constructed of materials that have been designed or manufactured to remain untreated, all fences or walls shall periodically be treated with paint or chemicals so as to retard deterioration. 2. Fences or walls shall be constructed with good workmanship and shall be secured to the ground or supporting area in a substantial manner and engineered so that the structure of columns or posts and the material used for the intervening panels are adequately constructed to support the materials and withstand wind loads. 3. All fences or walls (including entrance and exit gates) shall be maintained in good repair, free of graffiti, structurally sound, so as to not pose a threat to public health, safety, and welfare. G. Barbed Wire Fences: Permitted Use: Barbed wire fencing is allowed as a permitted use in the following instances: 1. AG, AG-2, AG-5, AG-20, A, CG, M-1, and M-2 districts and to secure critical infrastructure located in any other zoning district not listed subject to the following requirements. Critical infrastructure includes sites that are necessary to protect the facility or site for the purpose of public health and safety. Barbed wire is also permitted to secure construction sites and sites where construction is pending provided it is removed once construction is complete. 2. Barbed wire fences shall be subject to the following provisions: a. Not allowed in a provided or required front yard. b. The barbed wire is permitted to exceed the maximum fence height. c. No strand of barbed wire shall be permitted less than seven feet (7') in height above the ground except for agricultural purposes provided the barbed wire is vertically aligned. d. No more than three (3) strands of barbed wire are permitted. e. The barbed wire strands shall not slant outward from the fence more than sixty (60) degrees from a vertical line. f. All barbed wire shall be setback a minimum of three feet (3') from public property. g. The barbed wire is not located along a property line shared with a residential use when the subject property is in a CG zoning district. H. Razor Wire Fences: Razor wire fencing is allowed as a permitted use in the M-1, M-2 and EI zoning districts and to secure critical infrastructure structures and sites located in any other zoning district subject to the following requirements. Critical infrastructure includes sites that are necessary to protect the facility or site for the purpose of public health and safety. 1. Razor wire is not allowed in a provided or required front or corner side yard. 2. Razor wire is permitted to exceed the maximum fence height to a height necessary to reasonably secure the site. 3. No strand of razor wire shall be permitted on a fence that is less than seven feet (7') high. Razor wire coils shall not exceed eighteen inches (18") in diameter and must slant inward from the fence to which the razor wire is being attached. 4. All razor wire shall be setback a minimum of three feet (3') from public property in zoning districts that do not have a minimum yard setback. I. Exemption: The A airport district is exempt from all zoning ordinance fence regulations. The department of airports has administrative authority to regulate and approve fencing within the A airport district. All fencing that the department of airports requires of its clients within the A district is subject to review and approval by the airport. J. Electric Security Fences: 1. Permitted Use: Electric security fences are allowed as a permitted use in the M-1 and M-2 zones. Electric security fences on parcels or lots that abut a residential zone are prohibited. 2. Location Requirements: Electric security fences shall not be allowed in required front yard setbacks or on frontages adjacent to residentially zoned properties. 3. Compliance With Adopted Building Codes: Electric security fences shall be constructed or installed in conformance with all applicable construction codes. 4. Perimeter Fence or Wall: No electric security fence shall be installed or used unless it is fully enclosed by a nonelectrical fence or wall that is not less than six feet (6') in height. There shall be at least one foot of spacing between the electric security fence and the perimeter fence or wall. 5. Staging Area: All entries to a site shall have a buffer area that allows on site staging prior to passing the perimeter barrier. The site shall be large enough to accommodate a vehicle completely outside of the public right of way. 6. Height: Electric security fences shall have a maximum height of ten feet (10'). 7. Warning Signs: Electric security fences shall be clearly identified with warning signs that read: "Warning-Electric Fence" at intervals of not greater than sixty feet (60'). Signs shall comply with requirements in chapter 21A.46, "Signs", of this title. 8. Security Box: Electric security fences shall have a small, wall mounted safe or box that holds building keys for police, firefighters and EMTs to retrieve in emergencies. (Ord. 10-26, 2026: Ord. 3-26, 2026: Ord. 47A-25, 2025: Ord. 79-24, 2024: Ord. 59-24, 2024: Ord. 37-24, 2024: Ord. 12-24, 2024: Ord. 10-24, 2024: Ord. 46-23, 2023: Ord. 64-21, 2021: Ord. 52-21, 2021: Ord. 46-17, 2017: Ord. 54-14, 2014: Ord. 20-14, 2014: Ord. 82-12, 2012: Ord. 73-11, 2011: Ord. 60-11, 2011: Ord. 24-11, 2011)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.130 ACCESS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

21A.40.130: ACCESS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: Building permits for an uncovered vertical wheelchair lift, or for an uncovered access ramp, for persons with disabilities, under four feet (4') in height, or any other form of uncovered access, for persons with disabilities, under four feet (4') in height, that encroaches into required yard areas, may be approved by the zoning administrator as a permitted accessory structure. Covered ramps or other access structures for persons with disabilities that encroach into required yard areas, shall be considered as a reasonable accommodation under applicable federal regulations. (Ord. 64-21, 2021: Ord. 20-06 § 1, 2006: Ord. 88-95 § 1 (Exh. A), 1995: Ord. 26-95 § 2(20-12), 1995)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.140 JUNK VEHICLES AND MATERIALS

21A.40.140: JUNK VEHICLES AND MATERIALS: It is unlawful for any property owner or tenant to cause or permit any unlicensed, inoperable, unused or abandoned vehicles or vehicle parts to be in or upon any premises unless the premises is licensed for such use. Open storage of the following materials shall also be prohibited in or upon any premises unless the premises is licensed for such use: junk, scrap metal, used or scrap lumber, wastepaper products, discarded building materials, machinery or machinery parts, interior household furniture, appliances, tree limbs and cuttings, landscape debris, garbage, refuse, trash, rubbish, hazardous waste, industrial waste, construction and demolition waste, sludge, liquid or semiliquid waste; other spent, useless, worthless or discarded materials, or materials stored or accumulated for the purpose of discarding materials that have served their original purpose. (Ord. 88-95 § 1 (Exh. A), 1995: Ord. 26-95 § 2(20-13), 1995)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.160 GROUND MOUNTED UTILITY BOXES

21A.40.160: GROUND MOUNTED UTILITY BOXES: A. Purpose: Utility infrastructure provides a necessary service to the community. The regulations of this section are intended to allow for ground mounted utility boxes while reducing the negative impacts they may create. B. Compliance With Regulations Required: All ground mounted utility boxes shall be subject to the regulations of this section and any applicable requirement in Title 21A, unless exempted within section 21A.02.050 of this title and any applicable adopted code and regulation. The location and access for maintenance of all required utility infrastructure is subject to approval by the utility provider and complying with all applicable adopted codes and regulations. No construction shall be undertaken without the applicable city permits and public way permits. C. Location: Ground mounted utility boxes shall be located as required by this section. 1. Private Property or Parcel. On the subject parcel or an adjacent parcel when part of new construction or as an addition to an existing building that requires additional utility service subject to the following standards: a. Rear and Side Yards: the ground mounted utility box shall be located a minimum of one foot from a side or rear property line. b. Front and Corner Side Yards: The ground mounted utility box shall be located within five feet (5') of the building façade when located in required or provided front or corner side yard and at least one foot from a front or corner side yard property line. Utility boxes in a front or corner side yard shall be screened by a wall, fence, or landscaping of at least equal height not to exceed the maximum height for a wall or fence allowed in the applicable yard. c. Ground mounted utility box(es) may be placed in a required landscaped yard if screened by a wall, fence or landscaping of at least equal height not to exceed the maximum height for a wall or fence allowed in the applicable yard. d. If proposed on an adjacent parcel, an easement shall be provided for the utility boxes and associated equipment along with consent from the owner of the adjacent parcel. 2. Public Right of Way - Single Property or Parcel. In a public right of way if each of the following criteria are satisfied: a. There is an existing building on the subject property that is located in a manner that prohibits the placement of required utility infrastructure on the property; b. There is no existing front yard, corner side yard, interior side yard, or rear yard of sufficient size to accommodate ground mounted utility box(es) and access for maintenance, as required by the utility provider, of the box(es) within the yard. A right of way may be used to accommodate necessary working space; c. There is not an alley adjacent to the subject property that provides sufficient access as required by the utility provider to a yard of sufficient size to accommodate ground mounted utility box(es). If the alley is not a public alley, necessary permissions and easements must be provided; d. The existing utilities are not being relocated to support an expansion of the use or building or for any new use or accessory use on the property; e. The ground mounted utility box will not negatively impact any existing or planned public improvement within the right of way; f. The ground mounted utility box is located at least 10 feet away from any tree in the right of way; g. The ground mounted utility box(es) comply with all requirements of chapter 14.32 or its successor; and h. The applicant has provided to the city and the utility provider the dimensions and space requirements necessary for the utility needs, as determined by the utility provider, of the proposed development. 3. Public Right of Way - Broader Neighborhood. In a public right of way when the ground mounted utility box is necessary to provide utility service, wireless service, or other telecommunications service to the broader neighborhood, the location is consistent with any legal agreement between the utility provider and the city, and the proposed utility box complies with all applicable regulations. 4. Public Right of Way - Permit Issuance. The city engineer may issue a permit for the installation of a ground mounted utility box in the public right of way in accordance with standards set forth in this section and Title 14, chapter 14.32 of this code. D. Materials: All ground mounted utility boxes shall consist of high quality material such as stainless steel or other durable painted or colored material. The finish shall be a neutral color such as dark or light green, beige or gray or color similar to utility boxes within the vicinity and coated with a graffiti resistant treatment. E. Post installation Obligations: All ground mounted utility boxes and any related screening materials shall remain the service provider's responsibility to keep in a state of good visual quality and repair. 1. Franchise Agreements: Permitted and installed ground mounted utility boxes shall also comply with all conditions as set forth in the service provider's/owner's franchise agreement with the city. If the terms of any franchise agreement conflict with the provisions of this title, the ordinance regulations shall prevail and govern. 2. Discontinued Use: If the service provider/owner of a ground mounted utility box in the public right of way discontinues the use or has no defined need for said box, it is that service provider's/owner's sole responsibility to remove the box and all associated conduit and wiring at its own expense in compliance with all engineering division requirements. 3. Required Contact Information: A service provider shall place a permanent notice on the box containing the service provider's name and telephone number for the purpose of notification in the event of graffiti or damages to the equipment. 4. Maintenance: A service provider shall be solely responsible for maintaining ground mounted utility box sites in reasonably good repair in a clean, safe and level condition. "Level condition" shall mean not tilting greater than fifteen degrees (15°) from plumb. A service provider shall repair any damage to a ground mounted utility box within seventy two (72) hours after discovering or being notified of such damage to a box. (Ord. 10-26, 2026: Ord. 64-21, 2021: Ord. 14-15, 2015)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.170 CREMATORIUMS

21A.40.170: CREMATORIUMS: Crematoriums may be approved where allowed by the applicable table(s) of permitted and conditional uses only when associated with a licensed funeral home, mortuary or dedicated animal cremation service. When reviewing the application for a crematorium, the planning commission or administrative hearing officer will consider the following factors for approval: A. The crematorium shall emit no visible emissions or odor. B. Noise emitted from the crematorium shall not exceed maximum sound levels set forth in title 9, chapter 9.28, "Noise Control", of this code. C. All activity relating to the dead shall be handled discretely and screened from public view to the maximum extent possible, including delivery and storage of the remains. D. The crematorium shall not be used for the disposal of any waste materials, including medical or industrial. E. In the case of pet crematoriums, the use shall be for the preparation and cremation of pets only. F. The crematorium shall receive all necessary approvals from applicable state and federal agencies. G. The crematorium use shall be consistent with all adopted city ordinances and master plans. H. The crematorium use shall be associated with a licensed funeral home for human cremation, or a dedicated animal cremation service for animal cremation. I. A licensed funeral home or mortuary operating an approved crematorium may perform cremation services for other licensed funeral homes or mortuaries. (Ord. 19-10 § 2, 2010)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.180 SMALL WIND ENERGY SYSTEMS

21A.40.180: SMALL WIND ENERGY SYSTEMS: A. Standards: All small wind energy systems shall comply with the following requirements. If there is any conflict between the provisions of this section and any other requirements of the zoning, site development, and subdivision ordinances, the zoning administrator shall determine which requirements apply to the project in order to achieve the highest level of neighborhood compatibility. 1. Setback: The base of the tower shall be set back from all property lines, public rights of way, and public utility lines a distance equal to the total extended height plus five feet (5'). If the small wind energy system is on a roof, the total extended height is equal to the roof height and tower height. A tower may be allowed closer to a property line than its total extended height if the abutting property owner(s) grants written permission and the installation poses no interference with public utility lines or public road and rail rights of way. Guywires and other support devices shall be set back at least five feet (5') from all property lines. 2. Tower Height: Where the total extended height meets the sound and setback requirements of this section (see subsection A1 of this section), there shall be no specific height limitation, except as imposed by federal aviation administration (FAA) regulations per subsection A10 of this section. 3. Sound: Sound produced by the turbine under normal operating conditions, as measured at the property line of any adjacent property improved with a dwelling unit at the time of the issuance of the zoning certificate, shall not exceed fifty five (55) dBA for any period of time. The fifty five (55) dBA sound level may be exceeded during short term events out of the owner's control such as utility outages and/or severe windstorms. 4. Appearance, Color, And Finish: Colors permitted include grays, browns, greens, tans and other earth tones. Bright, luminescent, or neon colors are prohibited. 5. Clearance: The blade tip or vane of any small wind energy system shall have a minimum ground clearance of fifteen feet (15') as measured at the lowest point of the arc of the blades. Blades on small wind energy systems in residential districts shall not exceed twenty percent (20%) of tower height. All portions of the system shall maintain a clearance from power utility lines as required by the Utah high voltage line safety act. 6. Signage Prohibited: All signs on a wind generator, tower, building, or other structure associated with a small wind energy system visible from any public road, other than the manufacturer's or installer's identification, appropriate warning signs, or owner identification, shall be prohibited. 7. Lighting: No illumination of the turbine or tower shall be allowed unless required by the federal aviation administration (FAA). 8. Access: No foot pegs, rungs, or other climbing aids shall be allowed below twelve feet (12') on a freestanding tower. For lattice or guyed towers, sheets of metal or wood or similar barriers shall be fastened to the bottom tower section such that it cannot readily be climbed. 9. Requirement For Engineered Drawings: Building permit applications for small wind energy systems shall be accompanied by standard drawings of the wind turbine structure and stamped engineered drawings (by an engineer licensed by the state of Utah) of the tower, base, footings, and/or foundation as provided by the manufacturer. 10. Compliance With FAA Regulations: No small wind energy system shall be constructed, altered, or maintained so as to project above any of the imaginary airspace surfaces described in FAR part 77 of the FAA guidance on airspace protection or other current FAA regulations governing airspace protection. 11. Compliance With Building And Electrical Codes: Small wind energy systems and all associated components shall comply with all applicable building and electrical codes adopted by Salt Lake City and the state of Utah. 12. Utility Notification: No small wind energy system shall be installed until evidence has been submitted to the city that the relevant electric utility company has been informed of the customer's intent to install an interconnected customer owned generator. Off grid systems shall be exempt from this requirement. 13. Abandonment: If a wind turbine is inoperable for six (6) consecutive months the owner shall be notified by Salt Lake City that they must, within six (6) months of receiving the notice, restore their system to operating condition or remove the wind turbine from the tower. If the owner(s) fails to restore their system to operating condition within the six (6) month time frame, then the owner shall be required, at his expense, to remove the wind turbine from the tower for safety reasons. 14. Off Street Parking Or Loading Requirements: A small wind energy system shall not remove or encroach upon required parking or loading areas for other uses on the site or access to such parking or loading areas. 15. Exceptions: Small wind energy systems are prohibited in the open space OS and natural open space NOS zoning districts. (Ord. 20-11, 2011)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.190 SMALL SOLAR ENERGY COLLECTION SYSTEMS

21A.40.190: SMALL SOLAR ENERGY COLLECTION SYSTEMS: A. Standards: All small solar energy collection systems shall comply with the following requirements except as provided in subsection B of this section relating to small solar energy collection systems in the historic preservation overlay districts. Per section 21A.34.020 of this title the historic landmark commission or staff have authority to modify the setbacks, location and height to ensure compliance with the overlay district regulations. Excluding subsection B of this section, if there is any conflict between the provisions of this subsection and any other requirements of the zoning, site development, and subdivision ordinances, the zoning administrator shall determine which requirements apply to the project in order to achieve the highest level of neighborhood compatibility. 1. Setbacks, Location, And Height: a. A freestanding small solar energy collection system shall be located a minimum of six feet (6') from all property lines and other structures, except the structure on which it is mounted. b. A small solar energy collection system may be located on a principal or accessory structure, including legal principal or accessory structures located less than the required minimum yard setback for the zoning districts. c. A small solar energy collection system shall not exceed by more than three feet (3') the maximum building height (based on the type of building - principal or accessory - the system is located on) permitted in the zoning district in which it is located or shall not extend more than twelve feet (12') above the roofline of the structure upon which it is mounted, whichever is less. d. A development proposed to have a small solar energy collection system located on the roof or attached to a structure, or an application to establish a system on an existing structure, shall provide a structural certification as part of the building permit application. 2. Coverage: A small solar energy collection system mounted to the roof of a building shall not exceed ninety percent (90%) of the total roof area of the building upon which it is installed. A system constructed as a separate accessory structure on the ground shall count toward the total building and yard coverage limits for the lot on which it is located. 3. Code Compliance: Small solar energy collection systems shall comply with all applicable building and electrical codes contained in the international building code adopted by Salt Lake City. 4. Solar Easements: A property owner who has installed or intends to install a small solar energy collection system shall be responsible for negotiating with other property owners in the vicinity for any desired solar easement to protect solar access for the system and shall record the easement with the Salt Lake County recorder. 5. Off Street Parking And Loading Requirements: Small solar energy collection systems shall not remove or encroach upon required parking or loading areas for other uses on the site or access to such parking or loading areas. B. Small Solar Energy Collection Systems and Historic Preservation Overlay Districts: 1. General: In addition to meeting the standards set forth in this section, all applications to install a small solar energy collection system within the Historic Preservation Overlay District shall obtain a certificate of appropriateness in accordance with Section 21A.34.020 prior to installation. Small solar energy collection systems shall be allowed in accordance with the location priorities detailed in Subsection B.3 of this section. If there is any conflict between the provisions of this Subsection B, and any other requirements of this section, the provisions of this Subsection B shall take precedence. 2. Installation Standards: The small solar energy collection system shall be installed in a location and manner on the building or lot that is least visible and obtrusive and in such a way that causes the least impact to the historic integrity and character of the historic building, structure, site or district while maintaining efficient operation of the solar device. The system must be installed in such a manner that it can be removed and not damage the historic building, structure, or site it is associated with. 3. Small Solar Energy Collection System Location Priorities: In approving appropriate locations and manner of installation, consideration shall include the following locations in the priority order they are set forth below. The method of installation shall be the least visible from a public right-of-way, not including alleys, and most compatible with the character defining features of the historic building, structure, or site. a. Rear yard in a location not readily visible from a public right-of-way. b. On accessory buildings or structures in a location not readily visible from a public right-of-way. c. In a side yard in a location not readily visible from a public right-of-way. d. On the principal building in a location not readily visible from a public right-of-way. e. On the principal building in a location that may be visible from a public right-of-way, but not on the structure's front facade. f. On the front facade of the principal building in a location most compatible with the character defining features of the structure. (Ord. 10-24, 2024: Ord. 67-23, 2023: Ord. 60-15, 2015)

Salt Lake City Code § 21A.40.200 ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS

21A.40.200: ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS: A. Purpose: The regulatory purpose of this section is to promote an increase in the housing stock within the city and promote housing choices by allowing and regulating accessory dwelling units (ADUs). B. Conflicting Regulations: If a regulation found in this section is in conflict with an applicable regulation in the base zoning district, overlay district, or provision of general applicability, the regulation in this chapter shall take precedence, with the following exceptions: 1. The regulations set forth in the H Historic Preservation Overlay District; and 2. The Special Foothills Regulations set forth in Subsection 21A.24.010.P of this title. C. Owner Occupancy Required: The owner of the property, as defined in this section, shall reside on the property. For the purposes of this title, "owner occupant" shall mean the following: 1. An individual who is listed on a recorded deed as an owner of the property; 2. Any person who is related by blood, marriage, adoption to an individual who is listed on recorded deed as an owner of the property; or 3. An individual who is a trustor of a family trust who possesses legal ownership of the property. 4. Exceptions: a. Owner occupancy is not required for an ADU located on a property with a principal use as a duplex, multi-family dwelling, or non-residential land use. A single-family dwelling with an attached ADU does not constitute a duplex; b. The owner has a bona fide, temporary absence of 3 years or less for activities such as military service, temporary job assignments, sabbaticals, or voluntary service (indefinite periods of absence from the dwelling shall not qualify for this exception); or c. The owner is placed in a hospital, nursing home, assisted living facility or other similar facility that provides regular medical care, excluding retirement living facilities or communities. D. Number of Allowed ADUs: A single ADU is allowed on a property where permitted in Chapter 21A.33 of this title. E. Location on Property: An ADU is allowed in the following locations on a property as indicated below: 1. Internal ADUs shall be located within the buildable area of the property. 2. A detached ADU shall be allowed as indicated in the table below: Front yard | Not permitted Corner side yard | Permitted if the ADU complies with the required setbacks in the table below and is no closer to the corner side property line than the principal structure. If the property is less than 50' in width, the ADU may be closer to the corner side property line than the principal structure. Interior side yard | Permitted if the ADU complies with the required setbacks in the table below and is located behind the rear façade of the principal building. Rear yard | Permitted if the ADU complies with the required setbacks in the table below. Buildable area | Permitted Notes 1. The use of the term yard in this section shall be interpreted to mean a required yard as indicated in the underlying zoning district. 3. A detached ADU shall be placed at a minimum distance from property lines as indicated below: Rear property line | 3' Side property line | 3' Corner side property line | 20% of the lot width or 10', whichever is less Notes: 1. Additions to an existing accessory building shall comply with the setbacks in this table. This includes additions that add a second story. 2. An existing accessory building that is being converted to an ADU may maintain the existing setbacks of the accessory building. If a conversion includes an expansion (including adding a second story) the expansion shall comply with all applicable setback requirements in this table and in Subsection 21A.40.200.F. F. ADU Building Height: 1. The maximum building height for a detached ADU is 17 feet, subject to the following exceptions: a. Height may be increased up to 24 feet for a pitched roof or 20 feet for a flat roof provided the side and rear yard setbacks are increased one foot for each additional foot in building height above 17 feet. The setback does not need to be increased above the minimum indicated in Section E on the side of an ADU that abuts an alley or on the side of an ADU that abuts a property that is in a zoning district other than those listed in Chapter 21A.24 of this title. b. Converting a legally existing accessory building is permitted when the existing accessory building exceeds the permitted height of this section. c. When an ADU is located fully within the buildable area of the property, the height of the ADU is allowed up to the permitted height of the principal building in the underlying zoning district. d. Solar panels attached to the roof of an ADU are permitted to exceed the maximum height of the structure up to four feet. 2. Building height for a detached ADU shall be measured in the same manner as the height for the principal building. 3. An internal ADU is subject to the same height requirements as the principal building. G. ADU Parking: 1. The number of parking stalls provided for the principal use shall not be reduced below the minimum identified in Chapter 21A.44 of this title in order to accommodate an ADU. One parking stall is required for the ADU, except as indicated below: a. The property is in a zoning district with no minimum off street parking requirement; b. The property already contains at least one accessible stall above the minimum parking requirement for the principal use; c. The property is within a ¼ mile radius of a public transit stop; or d. The property is within ½ mile of a city-designated bicycle lane or path. H. Regulation of Decks, Patios, and Outdoor Space for Detached ADUs: 1. Decks more than 2 feet above the existing grade are prohibited unless the ADU is located within the buildable area of the lot in which case the deck shall be subject to the same regulations for decks that apply to the principal building. 2. Rooftop patios on a detached ADU are prohibited. 3. Patios are permitted. A patio may be covered with a roof provided the square footage of the roof is no larger than 120 square feet and the covered patio complies with the setbacks required of the ADU. A covered patio shall not count towards the maximum square footage requirement of the ADU, but does count towards the total building coverage of the lot. 4. Balconies on ADUs. A balcony is permitted on a building containing an ADU provided the balcony does not extend into a required ADU setback and extends no further than 5 feet from an exterior wall of the ADU. Balconies shall not contain HVAC equipment nor be used as storage areas. 5. Internal ADUs shall be subject to the same standards for decks, patios, and other encroachments that apply to the principal building and use. I. ADUs Located Along a Public Alley: A detached ADU that is located within 15 feet of a public alley shall include the following: 1. An exterior light shall be located on the exterior wall of the ADU to illuminate portions of the alley adjacent to the ADU. The lighting fixture shall be shielded, oriented and designed to direct light down and avoid light pollution onto adjacent properties. All uplighting is prohibited. 2. A 4 foot wide path from the alley to the entrance of the ADU shall be provided. If there is a fence between the ADU and the alley, a gate shall be provided, and the path shall lead to the gate. If the ADU is located within 15 feet of two or more public alleys, this requirement shall only apply to one of the alleys. 3. An ADU located on an alley that exists on the recorded plat maps or Atlas Plats of the city but has not been used for vehicular access or is otherwise blocked by encroachments such as fences or vegetation are exempt from this requirement. J. ADU Gross Floor Area: 1. Detached ADU. None may exceed 1,000 square feet in gross floor area. 2. Internal ADU. There is no maximum gross floor area provided the building complies with all applicable standards in the underlying zoning district. 3. Gross floor area for a detached ADU shall be calculated as follows: a. When the building includes other allowed accessory uses, only the square footage dedicated to the ADU shall be counted. b. When the ADU is on a second level, stairs and required landings providing access to the ADU shall not be counted. c. Loft space with a ceiling height lower than 7 feet within an ADU shall not be counted towards the total square footage of the ADU. d. Basements shall not count towards the maximum gross floor area of the ADU, so long as: (1) The basement is only used for storage or a use permitted by Section 21A.40.040.E of this chapter; and (2) There is no internal circulation between the ADU and the basement. K. Second Story Windows: Windows on the second story of a detached ADU are prohibited on an exterior wall that is adjacent to a side or rear property line unless: 1. The window is a clerestory window where the bottom of the window is at least 6 feet above the finished floor of the second story; 2. The window is on a wall that faces an elevation of the principal building; 3. The window faces and is at least 10 feet from a side or rear property line; 4. The exterior wall is adjacent to an alley; or 5. The window faces a side or rear property line that is adjacent to a property in a zoning district that permits commercial uses or a property that contains a nonresidential use. L. Maximum Building Coverage: Accessory dwelling units are subject to the maximum building and yard coverage requirements of the applicable zoning and overlay districts. M. Building Permit Required: A building permit is required to establish any ADU in the city. All ADUs are required to comply with all adopted applicable codes including but not limited to building, fire, and public utilities. N. Administrative Regulations: The following administrative regulations are intended to provide direction on applying and interpreting the regulations of this chapter. 1. There is no minimum lot size required for an ADU. 2. An ADU does not count towards the density allowed in the underlying zoning district. 3. ADUs that have been approved prior to April 4, 2023, as part of a conditional use are considered legal conforming uses and may be modified if the modification complies with the requirements of this section and any other applicable standard of this title. O. Zoning Certificate and Good Landlord Program: 1. A certificate of occupancy for the ADU shall not be issued until a zoning certificate is issued. A zoning certificate may be issued at the same time as the certificate of occupancy. If a certificate of occupancy is not required, the zoning certificate shall be issued prior to the ADU being occupied. 2. If a business license is required for the rental of the ADU, the owner shall be enrolled in the landlord/tenant initiative program as defined in Title 5, "Business Taxes, Licenses And Regulations", of this code prior to issuing a zoning certificate. P. Restrictive Covenant: An ADU shall have a restrictive covenant filed against the property on which the ADU is located, on a form approved by the city attorney, which restrictive covenant shall include the following provisions: 1. A description of the principal structure and the ADU, including whether the ADU is within the principal structure or a detached structure, the square footage of both the principal structure and the ADU, and how off-street parking is allocated between the principal structure and the ADU. 2. A statement that the ADU may only be used and occupied in accordance with the applicable regulations adopted in the Salt Lake City Code and that the property owner will permit access necessary to confirm such use and occupancy. 3. A statement that the ADU and principal structure cannot be used for short term rental. 4. A statement that the terms of the restrictive covenant are enforceable by the city or, pursuant to Utah Code Section 10-9a-802, any adversely affected party, and that in any such enforcement action the court shall award the prevailing party its attorneys fees. 5. An ADU that is required to be owner occupied shall also include a statement reflective of this requirement. If such requirement set forth in Subsection 21A.40.200.C is eliminated in the future, then such restriction set forth in the restrictive covenant shall likewise become unenforceable. 6. The restrictive covenant shall be recorded with the Salt Lake County Recorder's Office against the subject property. A copy of the recorded covenant shall be provided to the planning division and attached to the building permit record prior to final inspection of the ADU. If no final inspection is required, the copy of the recorded covenant shall be provided prior to occupying the ADU. Q. Use Regulations: 1. An ADU shall not be rented as a short term rental as defined in Section 21.A.62.040. 2. An ADU may include any home occupation authorized by this title. 3. An ADU may be converted to any other accessory use that is allowed in the zoning district. 4. An ADU cannot be converted to another principal use. (Ord. 17-23, 2023: Ord. 53-18, 2018)
Source: Salt Lake City, Utah, City Code (American Legal Publishing, codelibrary.amlegal.com)URL: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/saltlakecityut/latest/saltlakecity_ut/0-0-0-68338Fetched: 11/1/2026

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