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1. What is the population of the City of North Salt Lake?

The 2020 Census reported that the City’s population is 21,907. The City estimates the January 1, 2023 population to be 23,402.

Population Estimates

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1. Do I need a building permit to finish my basement?

Yes. A building permit is required for most remodeling that includes plumbing, electrical work and for numerous types of outside structures like decks, retaining walls and accessory buildings. Failure to obtain a permit could be a dangerous and costly oversight that increases your risk of fire, structure failure and property damage to you and your neighbors. If you have any questions about whether or not you need a permit, please contact the North Salt Lake Building Department at (801)335-8721.

2. Do I need a permit to build a shed or other accessory structure on my property?

Building permits are required for accessory structures that are 200 square feet or larger.

Building permits are required for all accessory structures that have plumbing, electrical, or mechanical, regardless of size.

A land use permit is required for accessory structures under 200 square feet to verify the location, size, and placement of the structure meet the minimum setback and use ordinances.

3. Where can I put a shed on my property?

Accessory structures may be placed on your property in accord with the following standards: Accessory Structure Placement

4. What does a site plan look like for an accessory structure or remodel?

See the following example: Site Plan Example

5. What is considered a front yard, side yard, or rear yard?

See the following example for defining front, side, and rear yards: Accessory Structure Placement

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1. How do I get a business license?

You must submit an application. Forms can be found on the Business Licensing page, or obtained in person at City Hall.

2. Do I need a license to operate a home business?

In accordance with Senate Bill 081 that took effect on May 9, 2017, the City of North Salt Lake will no longer require a city business license and fee for home businesses that meet the following criteria:

1. Home businesses that are operated only occasionally and by an individual under 18 years of age;
or
2. A home business, whose combined offsite impact of the home business and the primary residential use does not materially exceed the offsite impact of the primary residence alone.

Regardless of home occupation licensure, all home occupations are required to comply with NSL Code Section 10-10-5, Home Occupations, as amended.

However, the City of North Salt Lake recognizes that some home business owners desire to obtain a yearly business license despite being exempt from licensure and fee. Those business owners may voluntarily request a yearly business license at a processing cost of $25.00 annually.
The Home Business License Application can be found here

3. Are there restrictions on home occupations in the City of North Salt Lake?

Yes. Essentially, you may not conduct a home occupation if the business creates additional impacts on neighbors or surrounding streets and utilities. Examples of the types of restrictions include no employees or customers coming to the home, no machinery involved in the business, and no excessive noise, dust or garbage. For a detailed list of restrictions, refer to Section 10-10-5 of the City of North Salt Lake Code.

4. How do I check to see if the zoning allows the type of business I want to open?

First, determine the zoning of the property here: Zoning Map 

Next, check to see if the type of business is permitted, conditionally permitted, or not permitted in the zone the property is located. To do this click the following link and check the table in Title 10, Chapter 11, Section 3 (10-11-3) for most commercial zones: Zoning Code

You may also contact the Community Development Department directly and we would be happy to help: 801-335-8721. 

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1. What is a GRAMA request?

Under the Government Records Access and Management Act (“GRAMA”), you may file a request for City of North Salt Lake police records with the Police Department at 10 East Center Street. You may file a GRAMA request for other City documents with the appropriate department that handles those documents.

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1. What are the standards for weeds in the City of North Salt Lake?

The City North Salt Lake's ordinance require all weeds to be cut and maintained at a height not exceeding six (6) inches. The Code Enforcement Officer of the City of North Salt Lake is responsible for the enforcement of the weed ordinance. When he receives a complaint, he makes an on-site visit to verify the violation. He then contacts the owner of the property by mail to inform him/her of the violation and instruct them to cut the weeds. A reasonable amount of time is given the property owner to do so. If the owner complies, the problem is resolved for now. However, weeds continue to grow and they may require two or three cuttings during the season. If the owner does not comply, the Code Enforcement Office will contract with a weed cutting contractor to cut the weeds. A bill for the weed cutting and administrative costs will then be sent to the property owner by certified mail. If the owner does not pay that bill, a copy of the costs along with certification that the property owner has been notified will be sent to the County Treasurer with a request to have the amount placed as a lien against the property.

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1. What is the zoning of my property?

You can view the zoning map here. If you have additional questions about what is allowed in your zone, please contact the Community Development Director at sherriel@nslcity.org or (801) 335-8705.

2. Do I need a license to operate a home business?

Business License Page

3. What kind of animals can I have at my home?

Household Pets

Domestic Farm Animals

4. Where can I put a fence on my property?

Residential fencing regulations

Fences over 6' tall require a building permit: Building Permit Application

Fences under 6' tall require a no fee land use permit: Land Use Permit Application

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1. What are the golf rates and cart fees?

Find rates and fees on the golf course website

2. How do I schedule the Reception Center for an event or wedding?

Contact Amelia Baker at (801) 918-0600.

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1. How do I apply for a job with the City of North Salt Lake?

Click on Job Application to view, submit and print the job application.

2. What jobs are open with the City right now?

Go to Employment Opportunities to view the current list of job openings.

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1. How do I contact a City department?

Visit the Staff Directory to find all department and staff contact information.

2. Where can I find the answers to my frequently asked questions?

Use the FAQs module to easily find answers to the questions you ask the most.

3. Where can I get legal advice?

The City Attorney only represents the City of North Salt Lake. If you need legal advice or have a question about the laws of the City or the State, you may want to seek the advice of a private attorney. If you are being prosecuted by the City of North Salt Lake and want a public defender, you will need to ask the judge to appoint one for you.

4. How do I sign up to receive the City newsletter?

The city's NSL Insider newsletter is now sent as an E-Newsletter through E-Mail. Subscribe HERE to automatically receive newsletters as they become available. 

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1. How do I get on a City Council Agenda?

If you have a concern and want to address the City Council, you can request to be on the City Council agenda. To do so, call the city recorder at (801) 335-8709 the Wednesday before City Council meeting. City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month and begin at 7:00 p.m

2. When does the City Council meet?

Regular City Council meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Meetings begin at 7:00 pm in the City Council Chambers, with a work session beginning at 6:00 pm in the council room adjacent to City Council Chambers.

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1. How do I go about retrieving Property or Evidence?

You can contact the evidence technician at 801-335-8651 for questions concerning found property. If your property has been placed into evidence because of its relevance in a criminal case, it may take more time for you to get your property back. There are circumstances where you may not get your property back. The evidence technician will let you know if your property is available. If you have property you need to pick up, you will need to call for an appointment. If possible, please have your case number available.

2. What do I do if I have information on Possible Drug Activity?

If you have information regarding possible drug activity and you would like to remain anonymous, you can contact the City of North Salt Lake Police TIP-LINE at 801-335-8676. If your situation requires immediate assistance or you wish to file a report regarding other criminal activity, please contact the police department at 801-335-8650.

3. What do I do if I am the Victim of Identity Theft?

In most cases if you are a victim of identity theft, it is best to report it to your local law enforcement agency and online to the State Attorney General's Office. At the City of North Salt Lake Police Department, an officer will take your report and provide you with a case number.

4. What do I have to do to make a complaint or compliment an officer?

Call the Police Department at 801-335-8650 and your call will be directed accordingly.

5. How do I apply for a Police Officer position with your Department?

If you are applying for a position with the City of North Salt Lake Police Department, please contact us directly, as our department requires a different application than the standard City application.

6. How do I know if I have a criminal record statewide?

Contact the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification. Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification

7. Is there a warrant out for me?

We do not give this information over the phone or Internet. You must come to our office with picture ID and request this information. You may also go to the court to inquire. Also, the Utah Department of Public Safety - BCI now has this information available online.
Utah Department of Public Safety - BCI

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1. Do you have curbside recycling?

Yes, we offer recycling cans at 4.10 per month, per container. Recycling is collected every two weeks.

2. Will recycling extend the life of our landfill?

Yes. If every city in the District implemented a curbside collection program the life of the landfill would be extended by approximately 2 years. When the landfill is full we will need to transfer our waste to a regional landfill some distance away at an increased cost of $15 to $20 per ton. Remember, the curbside program costs $150 to $200 per ton. Extending the life of the landfill does provide a benefit, but taken alone does not justify the added cost of curbside collection of recyclables.

3. How does recycling compare to waste-to-energy?

According to recent EPA life cycle analyses (see above reports) recycling of waste materials has a lower impact on the environment than incineration with energy recovery, which provides substantial benefit over landfill (as described in the EPA solid waste management hierarchy). However, recycling and waste-to-energy are not mutually exclusive and each is best applied to a different subset of the wastes we generate. After all recyclable materials are removed from the waste stream there is still plenty of waste which can be processed in our waste-to-energy facility. I suggest that recycling, particularly a curbside collection program, should be considered on its own merits, as another method of disposing of our waste. These are some links with more information about waste-to-energy. 

https://www.wasatchintegrated.org/links/ 

http://www.wte.org/ 

http://www.seas.columbia.edu/earth/wtert/index.html 

http://energyrecoverycouncil.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/ERC-Waste-Not-Want-Not.pdf 

4. What is my city currently doing about responsible solid waste management?

As a member of Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District, your city is one of the most progressive cities in Utah when it comes to environmentally responsible management of your solid waste. The District operates a modern waste-to-energy facility which uses your waste to supply heat to Hill Air Force Base offsetting the combustion of natural gas. Other programs and projects operated by the District include a landfill gas to energy project, green waste recycling, household hazardous waste recycling and disposal, steel recycling, and availability of recycling bins for residential use. This system currently keeps about 50% of the waste generated in the District from ending up in the landfill. The average recycling rate in Utah is about 5%.

More information about the system operated by Wasatch Integrated can be found at: http://www.wasatchintegrated.org/

http://www.wasatchintegrated.org/PDF/Press%20Release-What%20Happens%20to%20My%20Garbage.pdf

http://www.wasatchintegrated.org/PDF/Press%20Release-Davis_recycle_06.pdf

5. Who owns the streets in the City of North Salt Lake?

I-15, Highway 89 and Redwood Road are owned and maintained by UDOT (Utah Department of Transportation). If you have any questions regarding these streets contact Region 1 at (801) 620-1600. All other streets are owned and maintained by the City of North Salt Lake. Call The City of North Salt Lake Public Works at (801) 335-8726 if you have questions regarding city streets.

6. Who do I call for street light repair?

You may contact the City of North Salt Lake Public Works at (801) 335-8726.

7. What do I do if I have broken sidewalk or curb & gutter in front of my house?

Call the City of North Salt Lake Public Works at (801) 335-8726. Your name will be put on a list, and a member of the streets crew will come to your house for an inspection. Depending on the severity of the situation, the concrete may be replaced, lifted, grinded, or nothing may be done. All work will be done by City crews or a City contractor.

8. I need to turn the water off at the water meter. Can I do that myself?

North Salt Lake City ordinance states the City employees are the only people who can be inside the water meter box for any reason (Ord No. 8-1-7 F). Please call North Salt Lake Public Works at (801) 335-8726 and someone will be sent over to turn the water off for you.

9. I see water being wasted. Who can I contact?

Please call the City of North Salt Lake Public Works at (801) 335-8726. City ordinance states that outdoor watering is not allowed between the hours of 10:00 am through 6:00 pm and outdoor watering is also not allowed between October 15 through April 15 (Ord No. 8-1-6 E). (The following dates are subject to change depending on drought restrictions, etc.) Violators will be given a warning and if the problem persists, could be subject to penalties.

10. How do I get the street sweeper to clean my street?

The City owns one street sweeper, and it is scheduled to sweep each street twice every year. In special circumstances streets can be placed on a priority list and swept prior to the scheduled date. Please contact Storm Water Enforcement at (801) 335-8682. Please keep in mind that streets can only be swept in good, dry weather.

11. The storm drain in front of my house is plugged with debris. What do I do?

Please contact Storm Water Enforcement at 801 335-8682 and we will send out a crew to get the drain cleaned out. For after hours, weekends of holidays, please dial our on- call personnel at (801) 560-3718.