Utah Code § 57-21 § 57-21-1

Short title.

In Force
Verified 10/16/2026 · Next check 10/23/2026
effective 10/16/2026UtahFair Housing & Anti-Discrimination

Operative Text

Utah Code § 57-21 § 57-21-1
Short title.

This chapter is known as the "Utah Fair Housing Act."
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Plain English

Utah Code Ann. § 57-21-1 establishes the official short title of the state's primary fair housing statute, designating it the 'Utah Fair Housing Act.' This title serves as the formal name used to reference the chapter throughout legal documents, court proceedings, and regulatory materials. The provision itself does not create rights or obligations but anchors the entire chapter under a single recognizable name.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Property owners and managers operating in Utah should be aware that the body of rules governing fair housing practices in the state falls under the 'Utah Fair Housing Act,' as named in § 57-21-1. Compliant operators familiarize themselves with the full chapter that follows this title, since the substantive obligations and prohibitions all derive from this same statutory chapter. Knowing the Act's official name helps in locating relevant regulations, agency guidance, and legal resources.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Renters in Utah benefit from protections established under the 'Utah Fair Housing Act,' the chapter formally titled by § 57-21-1. Understanding this name helps tenants locate the correct body of law when researching their rights, filing complaints, or consulting tenant-rights organizations. The full set of tenant protections and enforcement options are found in the provisions that follow this short-title section within the same chapter.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

Utah Code § 57-21-5
Utah Code § 57-21-5
Utah Code § 57-21-6.1
Utah Code § 57-21-9
Utah Code § 57-21-9
Utah Code § 57-21-9
Utah Code § 57-21-10
Utah Code § 57-21-11
Utah Code § 57-21-11

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