Do you need a general contractor license in Utah?
Yes, a license. In Utah, general building contractors and residential and small commercial contractors must be licensed under the Utah Construction Trades Licensing Act before contracting. Alteration, repair, remodeling or improvement of a building with a contracted value of less than $7,000, labor and materials included, is exempt from licensure, but plumbing and electrical systems, gas appliances, HVAC systems and similar work on such a project must still be done by licensed or certified persons, and a person on a project over $3,000 must file a one-time affirmation with the division. A sole owner building no more than one residential structure a year, and three in five years, on the owner’s own property for noncommercial use is also exempt. Cities and counties can add their own licensing on top of the state’s. This is Utah Code §§ 58-55-301, 58-55-305.
| What | Utah |
|---|---|
| General contractors | State contractor license; repairs under $7,000 exempt |
Source
Utah Code §§ 58-55-301, 58-55-305
Read the statute in the Utah Code (Utah Legislature): le.utah.gov.
Checked against the statute on November 13, 2026.
This is a summary of a published statute, not legal advice. Rules change, local ordinances can add to them, and the terms of a specific lease may differ. Check the citation and speak to a lawyer before acting.
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