Utah HOA Laws

Utah Community Association Act (Utah Code §57-8a)

Has HOA Statute

Complete compliance reference for Utah HOA and condo boards. Below you'll find late fee limits, violation notice procedures, reserve study requirements, collection rules, and meeting mandates — all based on current state statutes.

14

Day Cure Period

15

Day Grace Period

2

Day Board Meeting Notice

Yes

Hearing Required

Late Fee Rules

Maximum Flat Fee$75
Maximum Percentage10% of assessment
Cap Typegreater of
Minimum Grace Period15 days
Interest AllowedYes
Max Interest Rate18% per annum

Late fee cannot exceed the greater of $75 or 10% of the delinquent assessment per §57-8a-208.

Violation Notice Rules

Written Notice Period14 days
Cure Period14 days
Hearing RequiredYes
Hearing Notice10 days advance
Certified MailNot required
Max Fine / ViolationNo statutory cap
ADR RequiredNo
StatuteUtah Code §57-8a-208

Written notice required specifying violation and cure period. Hearing opportunity required before fines assessed. Fine schedule must be in rules.

Reserve Study Requirements

Study RequiredYes — by state law
FrequencyEvery 6 years
Funding WaivableNo
Budget DisclosureRequired
Visual InspectionRequired
StatuteUtah Code §57-8a-211

Reserve analysis required every 6 years for associations with significant common areas. Annual budget must include reserve contributions.

Collection & Lien Rules

Lien AllowedYes
Min Days Before Lien30 days
Foreclosure AllowedYes
Pre-Lien NoticeRequired
Pre-Lien Notice Period30 days
Payment Plan RequiredNo

Assessment lien per §57-8a-301. Non-judicial foreclosure permitted with proper notice.

Meeting Requirements

Board Meeting Notice2 days
Annual Meeting Notice10 days
Open MeetingsRequired
Minutes AccessibleRequired

48-hour notice for board meetings. Annual meeting with at least 10 days notice.

General Compliance Notes

  • Utah has a relatively detailed community association act.
  • Board members subject to fiduciary duties.
  • Owners have right to access association records.
  • Specific provisions for solar energy devices and flag display.

Legal Disclaimer

This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. HOA laws change frequently. Always consult a licensed attorney in Utah for specific legal questions regarding your community.

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