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Eviction in Washington County (St. George), Utah

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

Quick facts: eviction in Washington County (St. George)

Eviction court
Fifth District Court - St. George District Court — District Court Court page
Filing fee
Eviction/Forcible Entry and Detainer is charged on the complaint schedule by damages claimed: $105 (damages $2,000 or less), $215 ($2,001-$9,999), $375 ($10,000 and over, or unspecified). Eviction expungement petition: $150. Utah District Court Cover Sheet for All Civil Actions (Revised May 6, 2026); fee schedule 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)
$1,575/month HUD
Renter households
19,792 (28% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-28

Where eviction cases are filed in Washington County (St. George)

Eviction cases in Washington County (St. George) are heard by the Fifth District Court - St. George District Court (District Court).

Court eviction page · Self-help center

The Fifth District Court covers Beaver, Iron and Washington counties; its St. George courthouse serves Washington County.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Washington County (St. George)

Eviction/Forcible Entry and Detainer is charged on the complaint schedule by damages claimed: $105 (damages $2,000 or less), $215 ($2,001-$9,999), $375 ($10,000 and over, or unspecified). Eviction expungement petition: $150.

Statewide fees from the court's official cover sheet PDF. The cover sheet marks eviction as 'Sch' (schedule-based). Jury demand $250.

Source: Utah District Court Cover Sheet for All Civil Actions (Revised May 6, 2026); fee schedule Utah Code 78A-2-301

The Utah eviction process

Utah state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Washington County (St. George):

  1. 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)
  2. File complaint; summons requires the tenant to appear and defend within 3 business days of service (78B-6-807)
  3. 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)
  4. Judgment for restitution, rent, and treble damages for unlawful detainer; prevailing party gets costs and attorney fees (78B-6-811)
  5. Order of restitution served; tenant has 3 calendar days after service to vacate, then sheriff or constable may remove (78B-6-812)

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Rent in Washington County (St. George)

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the St. George, UT MSA (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio$1,210
1 bedroom$1,218
2 bedrooms$1,575
3 bedrooms$2,072
4 bedrooms$2,624

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Washington County (St. George): $1,566/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; eviction procedure follows state law. City rules, if any, are on city pages.

Eviction help in Washington County (St. George)

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Washington County (St. George)?
Eviction cases in Washington County (St. George) are filed with the Fifth District Court - St. George District Court.
How much does it cost to file an eviction in Washington County (St. George)?
Eviction/Forcible Entry and Detainer is charged on the complaint schedule by damages claimed: $105 (damages $2,000 or less), $215 ($2,001-$9,999), $375 ($10,000 and over, or unspecified). Eviction expungement petition: $150.
Where can I get help with an eviction in Washington County (St. George)?
Utah Legal Services; Utah 2-1-1; Utah Community Action - housing mediation.
What is the fair market rent in Washington County (St. George)?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,575 per month (1-bedroom: $1,218).

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.