How much a landlord can charge for a security deposit in Utah, the deadline to return it after move-out, and the statute that controls — verified June 7, 2026.
No statutory limit. No deposit cap in Chapter 17. 30-day return; statute also allows up to 15 days after receiving the renter's address.
30 days after the renter vacates and returns possession (or within 15 days of receiving the renter's new mailing address, whichever is later); itemized written notice required for deductions. Read Utah Code § 57-17-3 for the exact triggers, itemization requirements, and penalties for late or bad-faith withholding.
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No statutory limit. No deposit cap in Chapter 17. 30-day return; statute also allows up to 15 days after receiving the renter's address. This is a best-effort summary verified against the official statute (Utah Code § 57-17-3) on June 7, 2026 — always confirm with the current law or an attorney.
30 days after the renter vacates and returns possession (or within 15 days of receiving the renter's new mailing address, whichever is later); itemized written notice required for deductions. See Utah Code § 57-17-3 for the exact conditions and any itemization requirements.
Utah Code § 57-17-3. The official text is published by the state at https://le.utah.gov/xcode/Title57/Chapter17/57-17-S3.html.
No. This page is a best-effort summary compiled from primary legal authority and verified on June 7, 2026. Statutes change, and many states use tiers or exceptions a summary can't capture. Confirm with the current statute or a licensed attorney before relying on it.
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