Eviction in Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City), Utah

Where eviction cases are filed in Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City)

Eviction court: Third District Court (Salt Lake District Court) — District court (unlawful detainer) Court page
Filing fee: Tied to the amount claimed: $105 (damages $2,000 or less), $215 ($2,001-$9,999), $375 ($10,000 and over or damages unspecified) Utah District Court Cover Sheet for All Civil Actions (rev. May 6, 2026) - Eviction/Forcible Entry and Detainer is marked 'Sch' (Schedule of Fees, Utah Code 78A-2-301)
Notice before filing (state law): 3 business days' written notice to pay rent and other amounts due or surrender the premises. Utah rules
HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026): $1,747/month HUD
Renter households: 144,370 (34% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-22

Where eviction cases are filed in Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City)

Eviction cases in Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City) are heard by the Third District Court (Salt Lake District Court) (District court (unlawful detainer)).

Matheson Courthouse - Salt Lake City District Court — 450 South State St, Salt Lake City, UT 84114 · website
West Jordan District Court — 8080 S Redwood Rd., Ste. 1701, West Jordan, UT 84088 · website

Court eviction page · Self-help center

Evictions are filed in district court. Tenant may request an occupancy hearing; both sides must exchange proof (form 1184EV) at least two days before the hearing.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City)

Tied to the amount claimed: $105 (damages $2,000 or less), $215 ($2,001-$9,999), $375 ($10,000 and over or damages unspecified)

From the court's official cover sheet PDF (rev. May 6, 2026). Eviction is not a flat $375: the cover sheet lists it as 'Sch', meaning the complaint fee follows the damages schedule on page 1; $375 applies only when damages are $10,000+ or unspecified. Court self-help says to check the Cover Sheet for the amount; fee waiver available.

Source: Utah District Court Cover Sheet for All Civil Actions (rev. May 6, 2026) - Eviction/Forcible Entry and Detainer is marked 'Sch' (Schedule of Fees, Utah Code 78A-2-301)

How eviction cases work locally

Community Court (Salt Lake District Court only)	Tenants in Salt Lake District Court cases may request to have their hearing at Community Court at the Kearns library, held the third Tuesday of each month 4:00-7:00 pm; must still attend the regular hearing unless notified it was moved. Source: Official source
Mediation	Statewide eviction mediation through Utah Community Action (801-214-3109) or Utah Dispute Resolution. Source: Official source

The Utah eviction process

Utah state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City):

Serve notice (3 business days pay-or-quit; 3 calendar days for lease violations/nuisance/criminal acts; 15 calendar days to end month-to-month)
File complaint; summons requires the tenant to appear and defend within 3 business days of service (78B-6-807)
On request, evidentiary (occupancy) hearing within 10 business days after the answer; trial must begin within 60 days after service of the complaint unless the parties agree (78B-6-810)
Judgment for restitution, rent, and treble damages for unlawful detainer; prevailing party gets costs and attorney fees (78B-6-811)
Order of restitution served; tenant has 3 calendar days after service to vacate, then sheriff or constable may remove (78B-6-812)

Full Utah eviction rules with sources →

Rent in Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City)

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Salt Lake City, UT HUD Metro FMR Area (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio	$1,259
1 bedroom	$1,456
2 bedrooms	$1,747
3 bedrooms	$2,333
4 bedrooms	$2,666

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City): $1,592/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level tenant ordinance identified.

Eviction help in Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City)

Free legal help

Utah Legal Services — Free civil legal help for eligible low-income Utahns; the courts' tenant page refers tenants in public housing/Section 8 here.
Utah State Courts Self-Help Center — Free help for people without a lawyer (not representation).

Other Utah counties

Eviction in Utah County (Provo)

Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City)?

Eviction cases in Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City) are filed with the Third District Court (Salt Lake District Court).

How much does it cost to file an eviction in Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City)?

Tied to the amount claimed: $105 (damages $2,000 or less), $215 ($2,001-$9,999), $375 ($10,000 and over or damages unspecified)

Where can I get help with an eviction in Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City)?

Utah Legal Services; Utah State Courts Self-Help Center.

What is the fair market rent in Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City)?

HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,747 per month (1-bedroom: $1,456).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.