Utah rental inspection report template

Utah rules for this report

These rules are about how and when you report, not the template's fields. Check them before you deliver.

• When a tenancy ends, the owner may apply the deposit to rent, damage to the premises beyond reasonable wear and tear, other costs and fees in the contract, or cleaning of the unitUtah Code s. 57-17-3 (1) (effective 5/7/2025)
• No later than 30 days after the renter vacates and returns possession, the owner mails or delivers to the renter's last known address, or sends electronically by a means the renter provided, the balance of the deposit and prepaid rent and a written notice that itemizes and explains the reason for each deductionUtah Code s. 57-17-3 (2)
• Under a written agreement, any non-refundable part of a deposit must be stated in writing to the renter when the deposit is takenUtah Code s. 57-17-2
• If the owner misses the 30 days, the renter may serve a Tenant's Notice to Provide Deposit Disposition in substantially the statutory form, and the owner then has five business days to send the balances and the itemized noticeUtah Code s. 57-17-3 (3) and (5)
• An owner who still does not comply owes the full deposit, the full prepaid rent and a civil penalty of 100 dollars; costs and attorney fees go to the winner if the other side acted in bad faith; a renter who never served the notice is not entitled to this reliefUtah Code s. 57-17-5 (effective 7/1/2024)
• Unless the rental agreement says otherwise, the owner gives the renter at least 24 hours' notice before entering the unitUtah Code s. 57-22-4 (2)

What is in it

• Entry and hallwaysWalls and ceiling, Floor, Doors and locks, Lights and switches
• Living and dining areasWalls and ceiling, Floor and carpet, Windows, screens and coverings, Outlets, lights and switches
• KitchenStove, oven and range hood, Refrigerator and freezer, Dishwasher, Sink, faucet and drain, Counters and cabinets, Walls, ceiling and floor
• BedroomsWalls and ceilings, Floors and carpet, Windows, screens and coverings, Closets and doors
• BathroomsToilet, Tub, shower, grout and caulking, Sink, vanity and mirror, Exhaust fan, Walls, ceiling and floor
• Laundry and utilityWasher and dryer, Heating, cooling and thermostat, Water heater
• Safety devicesSmoke alarms tested, Carbon monoxide alarms tested, Fire extinguisher
• Exterior, parking and storageBalcony, patio or yard, Parking or garage, Storage
• Keys, fobs and remotesItem, Quantity, Notes

Rules last reviewed October 10, 2026. Read the full Utah rental inspection report requirements.