ADUs are allowed in South Salt LakeTypes:DetachedInternal
Types:DetachedInternal
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Rules for South Salt Lake, UT
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# of Properties
5,630
Owner-occupied
57%
Zoning districts
21
Avg Home Value
$698,283
Median Lot Size
0.14 acres
Avg Income
$83,123
Residential Types:
5,630 housing units
Single Family
88%
2-3 Family
1%
Apts (4+ units)
8%
Condos
2%
Other
1%
Zoning Districts:
8,644 parcels · 21 districts
R-1
47%(4,097)
RM
9%(798)
CC
7%(636)
F
7%(614)
Other
29%(2,499)
ADU Rules
What can you build in South Salt Lake, UT?
South Salt Lake, UT follows state and local rules for Accessory Dwelling Units. Here is a concise overview of the local rules.
Eligibility
- –Internal / Attached ADU: By Right
- –Detached ADU: By Right
Detached ADU Size Limits
- –Maximum size of 1,000 sq ft
- –Maximum size of 50% of the primary dwelling’s total square footage (excluding garage)
Max Units
- –Single-family: 1 internal ADU + 1 external ADU per lot
Owner Occupancy
- –Owner must occupy the primary dwelling or ADU; exceptions apply
Parking
- –1 space per ADU; Internal ADU: at least 3 total off-street stalls on the lot (no extra if the primary dwelling has >4 off-street stalls); External ADU: any additional vehicles must be accommodated on-site.
Rental Restrictions
- –Short-term rentals prohibited for all ADUs; subleasing prohibited; Internal ADU requires long-term rental of 30+ days.
What's allowed on your lot?
These are the municipality-wide rules. What's allowed on a specific property also depends on state laws, setbacks, floor area ratio, lot coverage, environmental constraints, topography, and other property-specific factors. Search your address on FutureLot to see what's allowed on your property.
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