Utah deposit law, in plain English.

What your landlord has to do with your deposit after you move out. Each rule links to the official text.

• 30 days.

  Your landlord has 30 days after you move out and hand back the place to send the rest of your deposit and an itemized notice of any deductions.

  § 57-17-3(2)

• Off limits.

  Normal wear and tear.

  § 57-17-3(1)

• Then a 5-business-day notice.

  If they miss it, you can serve an official notice. They then have 5 business days.

  § 57-17-3(3)

• Full deposit plus $100.

  If they still don't comply, you can recover the full deposit and a $100 penalty. You need to have served the notice first.

  § 57-17-5

Checked against the official text on October 19, 2026. General information, not legal advice. Cities can add their own rules.