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Doing the work yourself on your own Utah property

Utah Code 58-55-305(1)(j) exempts owners and lessees of property, and people regularly employed for wages by them to maintain the property, when doing work on that property. (source: Utah State Legislature)

For building homes, 58-55-305(1)(d) limits a sole owner to no more than one residential structure per year and three per five years on the owner's property for noncommercial, nonpublic use. Unpaid volunteers working under the owner's direction may help, with only token compensation such as meals or travel costs. (source: Utah State Legislature)

These exemptions are about licensing only. Your city or county may still require a building permit.

In this guide: What can a handyman do without a license in Utah? · Handyman jobs over $3,000 in Utah: the insurance registration · Handyman jobs that still need a licensed contractor in Utah · Utah handyman rule changes on January 1, 2027 · Work that never needs a Utah contractor license · Doing the work yourself on your own Utah property · Minor plumbing during an appliance or fixture repair · How to check a Utah contractor license or handyman registration · Before you hire a handyman in Utah · FAQ · Sources

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