Utah law
Construction Defect Laws in Utah.
Utah construction defect claims are governed by the general 4-year SOL for property damage (Utah Code § 78B-2-307) and a 6-year statute of repose for improvements to real property (Utah Code § 78B-2-225) — one of the shorter reposes in the U.S. Utah requires general contractors to be licensed through the Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL). Utah has a Construction Registry Act requiring pre-lien notice filings. Residential construction defect disputes may be subject to pre-suit notice under contract.
Last verified: 2026-04-17
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Statute of Limitations
4-year general statute for property damage. 6-year statute of repose bars actions against designers, builders, or contractors more than 6 years after substantial completion. Among the shorter reposes in the U.S.
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Key Utah Statutes
Requires licensing for general contractors and specified trades. Administered by the Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL).
Utah requires Preconstruction and Construction lien participants to file notices via the State Construction Registry. Failure to comply may result in loss of lien rights.
Contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers may file mechanics' liens through the Construction Registry process.
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