Frequently Asked Questions

Each year, all sales are examined to determine the market value of properties in Summit County. As the lien date set by the Utah State Tax Commission is January 1st, of each calendar year, the sales examined for the tax roll are from the previous year.  

Each sale is then verified independently by appraisers to confirm if the sale is reflective of the market. The sales are then analyzed through a sales ratio study to determine an area factor for the various regions, districts and neighborhoods.  

Property tax is part of a well-balanced revenue system. It is a more stable source of money than sales and income taxes because it does not fluctuate when communities have recessions. As property values increase, the tax rate will decrease. If property values decrease, the tax rate will increase.  

Property tax is a fair and equitable tax, in that each property owner pays tax in proportion to the value of their property. 

The Assessor’s office is mandated to value properties within their county each year as of the lien date, January 1. Market value is determined as properties are bought and sold by willing buyers and sellers.  

If a taxpayer disagrees with their property value or property characteristics, an appeal can be filed with the Board of Equalization. The Notice of Valuation is sent by the Auditor’s office and is mailed by July 23rd each year. The deadline to appeal is either 45 days after the notice is mailed or September 15th, whichever is later. The deadline is displayed on each valuation notice as well as the instructions for filing the appeal.  

The Utah Farmland Assessment Act (FAA), also called the Greenbelt Act, allows qualifying agricultural property to be assessed and taxed based on its productive capability instead of the prevailing market value. This unique method of assessment is vital to agricultural operations in close proximity to expanding urban areas, where taxing agricultural property at market value could make farming operations economically prohibitive. 

To qualify, a property must be at least five farmable acres under identical legal ownership. Six acres if there is a home on the property. Land used in connection with the farmhouse, such as landscaping, etc. cannot be included in the acreage for FAA eligibility. 

You can request a Greenbelt application from the Assessor's Office, which requires notarized signatures of each owner of the property. 

Once a property is removed from Greenbelt classification, a rollback tax is owed. This tax is equal to the amount that would have been owed on the property without the Greenbelt designation. The rollback tax is the difference between the taxes paid while in Greenbelt and the taxes that would have been paid had the property been assessed at market value over the previous five years. 

That depends. If you have a rental property, the county requires a long-term lease, usually determined to be a one-year contract. To qualify a home for the primary residential exemption, the home must be occupied by an owner or rented to a tenant that is a domiciled Utah resident and they must occupy the home for 183 consecutive days. It is often not feasible to accomplish this AND still rent nightly during the ski season.  

Properties that are granted a primary residence exemption are only taxed on 55% of the market value.  

• Market Value x 55% = Taxable Value 
• Taxable Value x Tax Rate = Taxes Due 

 The exemption is only granted to the home and up to one acre. Any remaining acreage will be taxed at 100% of market value. 

In Summit County, you must make application for the exemption. The application and instructions for providing proof of domicile can be found HERE. 

Once you have completed the application and have the appropriate documents for proof of domicile, those can be uploaded and emailed to the following email address: primaryexemption@summitcountyutah.gov.   

If the property is rented on a full-time basis, you must provide a copy of the current lease, proof of domicile for the tenant and the primary exemption application. 

A notice of property valuation and tax changes is mailed to every property owner yearly in August. This form states the market value of the property, the taxable value of the property and the property type. For properties granted the primary exemption, the property type will read "Primary Improved Property”. The primary residence exemption can only be granted on up to one acre of land, any remaining acreage will be taxed as "Non-Primary land". 

You must apply for the Board of Equalization as directed on your Notice of Valuation. You may also call our office for instructions if need be: 435-336-3220. 

For more detailed information on fees, refer to fee schedule page.

See Utah Code 57-1-5.1 for more information.

A parcel or serial number is assigned to each piece of property for assessing and taxation purposes.

See the fee schedule on the Recorder’s page for more information. fee schedule

Plats can be found by using the Onbase Search feature online.

To find out of your property is zoned and whether or not you can build on it please contact the Planning and Zoning Office in the local jurisdiction of the property.

If the property is located in unincorporated Summit County call the county's Planning and Zoning department at 435-336-3124. Zoning Map

• Acreage
• Deed References
• Mailing Address
• Ownership
• Serial Number
• Situs Address

You can search by address, owner’s name, or the legal description in the account information. Assessor Information - Summit County Maps

Search Property Documents

You can view the documents in the onbase search in the recorder documents pre-1965 cabinet.

• Legal Description
• Owner’s Name
• Property Address
• Tax Parcel Number

• Description
• Name
• Survey Filing Number

• Description
• Name
• Survey Filing Number

State liens are filed with the courts. Call 435-615-4300 to get more information if needed.

Deeds are available from the document and onbase search tabs. The recording information, which is the entry number and the book and page, is the easiest way to access a document.

To find the recording information of a document use the account search, the document search, or the sire search.

If payment is not postmarked or issued online by December 1st, 2025 a 1% penalty (or $10, whichever is greater) will be charged. If the current property tax and 1% penalty are still not paid by January 31, 2026, an additional 1.5% penalty (or $10, whichever is greater) will be also be charged. Interest will be charged after January 31, 2026, effective January 1, 2026.

If your mortgage company pays your property tax, a yellow box in the top right corner of your tax notice will list the name of the mortgage company that has requested your tax account balance. In many cases mortgage companies will notify you of their "payment date" but the taxes are not actually paid until the due date.

If your tax account does not appear as paid by December 9, please contact your mortgage company to verify payment.

The owner of the property still receives the original tax notice for their records, even if a mortgage company pays the property taxes.

A copy of your Tax Notice can be accessed from the Treasurer's website.

If you need further assistance, please contact the Treasurer's office via email or by calling 435-336-3267.

1. Go to the Treasurer's website
2. Click "Pay My Property Tax." Follow the prompts to make a quick one-time payment, or to manage your property tax account. You will need your 7-digit account number found on your Tax Notice. To search for your Account Number, click on Property Tax Search.

1. Go to the Treasurer's website
2. Click "Pay My Property Tax." Follow the prompts to make a quick one-time payment, or to manage your property tax account. You will need your 7-digit account number found on your Tax Notice. To search for your Account Number, click on Property Tax Search.

• E-check payments: FREE using your bank account information
• Credit Card Payments: 2.5% fee ($1.50 minimum)

Yes, simply fill out the Tax Notice Email Request Form to sign up for tax notice emails.

The General and Municipal funds support the following services and programs:

Yes. Property owners will be taxed on their taxable value, which is 100% of the property's market value for secondary homeowners, and 55% of the property's market value for primary owners.

Summit County increased property tax revenues for the Municipal & General Fund in 2017. Other special service districts (such as Service Area #6) have not increased revenues through Truth in Taxation since 2013.

The property tax revenue increase is not a ballot measure. Residents are encouraged to comment on the proposed tax increase during one of three public meetings/public hearings scheduled to address the proposed increase. Two public hearings are scheduled for December 6, 2023, and December 13, 2023 (this is when it would be adopted). The County Council will vote on the recommended increase.

Summit County needs to increase property tax revenues to keep up with inflation and maintain expected service levels in the community. If the County does not increase revenues, services and programs that are supported by the General and Municipal funds will need to be reduced or eliminated in order to adopt a balanced budget. 

An increase in property tax revenues will allow the County to continue addressing the Council’s strategic priorities while continuing to provide the level of service that residents have come to expect.

The Utah Taxpayers Association recommends taxing entities raise rates through truth in taxation every five to eight years to address inflation. The County does not intend to increase property tax revenues every 5-8 years, but will instead evaluate whether additional revenues are needed to sustain programs and services every 5-8 years. 

Without an increase, the County will be required to slow progress in key areas and implement further cost-saving measures which will result in the reduction or elimination of basic services. Possible impacts include: 

• Reduction in emergency services including law enforcement and ambulance
• Delayed snow removal
• Less frequent upkeep and repairs to roads
• Reduction to mental health programs
• Impact to staff wages and benefits

Summit County has the lowest general tax rate of all 29 counties in Utah. The County is fiscally responsible and has made many cost-saving efforts over the years to maintain programs and services while keeping up with community demands. Cost saving measures include automating processes, reducing staff, limiting debt, utilizing a “pay-as-you-go” system for capital projects, and changing employee health and risk management insurance to self-insure. 

Money used for open space purchases such as the 910 Cattle Ranch and other General Obligation Bond funds does not come from the County General or Municipal funds and cannot be used to support services in those funds. 

• Provide a stable, consistent source of funding for government programs and services
• Maintain steady revenue levels
• Offer a foundation of funds from which the County can build essential governmental programs

The certified tax rate provides a taxing entity with the same amount of property tax revenue it received in the previous tax year plus any revenue generated by additional growth in its tax base. This means that as values increase the tax rate decreases.

Property taxes are an important source of revenue for schools, libraries, and city and county governments. Summit County receives 15% of the total overall property tax revenue collected. This revenue is placed into General and Municipal funds and used to support basic services and programs for residents.  

The solid lines show actual property tax revenues received by the County for the General and Municipal Fund. The dashed lines are adjusting 2004 revenues for inflation. In 2013 the Municipal Fund went through the Truth in Taxation process and caught back up with inflation. The General Fund has not gone through Truth in Taxation during this same period of time.

It really depends on the specific taxing district a property owner is located in. For example, in Park City, tax bills may have gone up due to the City passing a $25 million bond for open space (Bonanza Flats). In the Snyderville Basin area taxes may have gone up recently due to a similar situation – the service district voted to pass an open space bond. Both Park City and Basin Recreation can adjust their tax rates to collect the amount needed to cover the debt service payments (principal, fees and interest) for that specific year. Property owners in the Chalk Creek area (going east of Coalville into Service Area #8) have seen their tax bill go up due to the centrally assessed appeals being upheld. Since Service Area #8 is allowed to collect the same amount of property tax revenues year after year and since centrally assessed values have gone down, then the property tax collected on the property owner (as opposed to the State-level centrally assessed) goes up.

The 4th quarter is a 0.25% sales tax that can be used to either pay debt service or to fund regionally significant transportation facilities. After the first year, revenue from this option are subject to statewide redistribution to cities (0.10%), transit districts (0.10%), and counties (0.05%). The 5th quarter is a 0.20% sales tax that can be used to fund transit capital purchase and service delivery. 100% of the revenues generated by this sales tax go directly to the County. There is no redistribution.

They are actually very similar to the previously imposed taxes in that they are intended to be used for improvements to our transportation network. The Legislature has made these additional mechanisms available in hopes of filling a funding gap that remained, even with the previous taxes in place. 

The difference this time around is that part of these taxes are redistributed statewide, which means that a portion of the revenues collected go directly to cities within a County. However, this also means that revenues from other counties across the state who impose the tax would come to Summit County.

County and cit[ies] staff began implementing projects as soon as the funds became available. The Electric Xpress, the Kimball Junction Circulator, and the Kamas Commuter are all funded through the previously imposed taxes, as are some of the electric bikes and the pedestrian tunnel near Park City High School. Also with this revenue, work has begun on the Jeremy Ranch interchange and the Ecker Park and Ride. The County is in the process of purchasing and improving the Kamas Park and Ride parcel. Both Kamas and Francis also received funding for road overlay projects. 

In 2019 with these revenues, the County will construct the Bitner to Silver Creek Road extension, improve trails, expand transit, and begin the environmental phase of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) on SR-224. Park City will begin its Bonanza Park Transit Center project along with SR-248 Corridor safety improvements. Coalville City will continue with the design process for reconstruction of Coalville Main Street.

Summit County wants to maintain local control of these funds rather than wait for the state to dictate how and where to spend the money. Additionally, if the County acts on the 4th quarter before July 1 of this year, the County will keep 100% of the revenue generated until next July.

Visitors to Summit County pay around 50% of all sales tax and this tax is not applied on (unprepared) food from the grocery store. For locals, the taxes represent around $1-$3 per resident per month depending on spending habits.

Even if the County Council were to implement both the 4th and 5th Quarters, Summit County would still be on the lower end of overall sales tax rates compared to other counties in Utah. Our tax rate would also remain lower than comparable communities in Colorado, such as Vail, Aspen, and Breckenridge.

The revenues generated would significantly increase the amount of dollars that go to Kamas, Coalville, Francis, Henefer, Oakley, and Park City for road infrastructure improvements. Quite simply, it would mean more money for municipalities to address their own transportation priorities. The County would also have the ability to fund projects in Kimball Junction, on SR-224, and in Silver Creek sooner than previously planned. 

Additionally, implementation of these taxes would place Summit County in an extremely favorable position when competing for federal, discretionary transit dollars (i.e. very large grants; in some cases, $80 million). The current presidential administration has directed U.S.D.O.T. to drastically increase the emphasis on both local and innovative funding shares/options when reviewing discretionary grant applications. Rural communities are also more favored. Unlike most others, Summit County can claim both attributes.

Because of how these taxes were authorized by the Legislature, the funds can only be used on transportation and transit projects or to pay off debt from these projects.

The County Council wants to hear from you during the decision making process. To be a part of the conversation, before June 27, please contact any Council or staff member directly or send an email to MobilityMatters@summitcounty.org.

Yes. You may apply and qualify for more than one program. Note that there is a maximum benefit for most programs, which applies across of the programs together. So, even though you may qualify for more than one program, it is possible that one of those programs may provide enough of a tax benefit that you will not receive a tax benefit from the second program.

Yes. We need to make sure that you still own the home, and that there have been no changes in your personal circumstances since your last application. This helps us ensure that tax relief benefits go to people who qualify for them, and that you receive the full benefit that you are allowed by law.

HOUSEHOLD INCOME INCLUDES:

1.All taxable and non-taxable income
2.Wages & salary
3.Bonuses & awards
4.Severance pay
5.Interest & dividends (including nontaxable from any source)
6.Trust income
7.Alimony & support payments
8.Disability payments
9.Loss carry-forwards & depreciation (added back in from tax return deductions)
10.Retirement income & pension (gross amount)
11.Voluntary contributions to a tax-deferred retirement plan
12.Annuities (gross amount)
13.Capital gains
14.Workers’ compensation, state unemployment, & nontaxable strike benefits
15."Loss of time" insurance payments (gross amount)
16.Social Security & Medicare
17.Cash public assistance or relief. (Includes welfare payments and other cash relief that can be applied to any purchase.)
18.Military service payments

HOUSEHOLD INCOME DOES NOT INCLUDE:

1.Federal income tax refunds (See *NOTE below)
2.Federal childcare credits (See *NOTE below)
3.Federal earned income credits (See *NOTE below)
4.Reverse mortgage payments
5.Senior program volunteer payments
6.Gifts
7.Bequests (inheritance)
8.Relief in kind from a tax-exempt source (non-government)
9.Relief in kind from a public or private agency
10.Surplus food
11.Food stamps
12.Insurance payments (considered compensation for a loss, not income)

*NOTE: If a tax “refund” exceeds the amount of taxes due, it is in the nature of “cash public assistance or relief,” and is thus included in “income” under Section 59-2-1202(6)(a).

By state law, the deadline to apply is September 1st, though counties may extend that deadline to December 31st. Summit County has chosen to accept documents until the final deadline of December 31st. However, that deadline is the absolute latest that we are legally allowed to accept an application.

Please apply by the early application deadline of September 1st, because we may need additional information, and an application is only considered “submitted” after we receive all supporting documents.

After we receive your application, we will review it to ensure it is complete. If we need additional information, we will mail a letter explaining what additional information we need. We will put your application on hold until we receive the additional information. If we have not received the additional information by the December 31st deadline, we will disapprove your application as incomplete.

After we have all of the information we need, we will mail a notification that you have been approved for the program, or—if you were not approved—explain why you did not qualify.

If you qualify, we will automatically adjust your taxes. If your application is approved by September 1st, the tax relief should appear on the tax bill you receive in October. After that date, a refund for the benefit amount will be issued to whoever paid the taxes (you or your mortgage company) in November.

If you have already been approved for a tax relief program and are moving to a new home, please notify the Treasurer’s Office. Depending on the tax relief program and where you are moving to, we may be able to transfer your tax relief to your new property, or send you a check for the amount of your tax relief benefit. We can also work with the title company processing your closing to determine the amount of your benefit.

If the property is in a trust, a copy of the relevant sections of the trust document must be included with the application. We will review your trust document to see if it is structured in a way that will allow you to receive the tax benefit. Please contact our office with questions.

All Summit County restaurants were ordered to close on Sunday at 5:00 pm. One exception is made for those who already had an approved delivery or curbside service, like a drive-thru. Anyone wanting to offer curbside service has until 5:00 pm on Tuesday to work with the Health Department to be in compliance.

Summit County performs a thorough investigation of each case that is confirmed positive. At that time the Health Department contacts those who they believe are deemed high risk.

The incubation period for COVID-19 is 2-14 days.

Summit County Health Director Dr. Rich Bullough recommends that you self-monitor for symptoms and then enter the diagnosis system if symptoms do arise. 

Call your doctor: If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms, such as cough or difficulty breathing, call your healthcare provider for medical advice.

Summit County will not be sending out daily press releases, but we will continue to share daily number updates on our website and social media.

Even though this is an emerging and troubling situation, HIPAA laws still apply. We have released all the information that can be made available while remaining compliant with federal regulations. Anyone warranting public health action has been contacted. 

• Relax. Think of this as a time to slow down and do the things you’ve been wanting to do, but haven’t found the time. Remember, mental health is important to overall health and keeps your immune system stronger.
• Enjoy the great outdoors. Go for a walk. Go on a bike ride. Take advantage of Summit County’s great trail system or other outdoor activities where you are not in close proximity to others.
• Watch videos to learn and practice new skills – examples include arts, electronics, musical instruments, home projects, cooking etc.
• Get creative with the food that sits in your cabinets and never gets eaten.
• Learn a new musical instrument, or practice the one you’ve already picked up.
• Read a book: The libraries may be closing, but with your library card you can still check out books online through the Libby by OverDrive app.
• Find your library and enter your library card and pin. The pin is typically the first four digits of your birthdate. If you need additional help, you can go to the individual library website for more information.
• The Henefer Remote Locker will remain active – go to www.thesummitcountylibrary.org for more information and to check out books from there.
• Learn and/or practice meditation.
• Work on spring cleaning. This can include ude cleaning and purging your drawers, cabinets, closets, rooms, or garage. Work outside to Harden your home against wildfire dangers – clean up leaves, grass and overgrowth.
• Work on school work with your young children.
• Use social media to communicate with friends and loved ones.
• Play video games.

• Keep a minimum distance of 6 feet from others when possible.
• Avoid crowds as much as possible.
• Avoid cruise travel and non-essential air travel.
• During a COVID-19 outbreak in your community, stay home as much as possible to further reduce your risk of being exposed.

Community spread means people have been infected with the virus in an area, including some who are not sure how or where they became infected. (Source CDC https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html)

No, the tax has been in place for the past twenty years. What an individual pays in sales taxes on certain goods, most notably food and fuel are exempt from this tax, could potentially decrease if the tax is not approved by the voters of Summit County. It is a County-wide sales tax.

Bonded recreation projects have ranged from expanded facilities for Basin Recreation and Park City Municipal, The Red Barn in Oakley City, and park and playground facilities in the North Summit Recreation District. Cultural/arts projects have been awarded to organizations including Sundance Institute, Arts Kids, Park City/Summit County Public Arts Council, Park Silly Market, KPCW, Kimball Art Center, and Swaner EcoCenter, among others.

Applicants and projects for recreation grants must be publicly owned. Applicants for cultural/arts programs must be not for profit.

Counties that have implemented the RAP tax have to create an advisory board of seven members that advise the County Council on how the funds are to be distributed. Summit County has a recreation grant advisory board and a cultural/arts advisory board. Qualified applicants may apply annually for the cultural/arts grants and recreation grants when sufficient funds become available.

For cultural/arts grants the average distribution over the last five years has been nearly $900 thousand per year (from $770 thousand to $1.0 million). Due to the nature and requirements of recreation grants (must be publicly owned and a recreation facility; facility costs are generally more expensive) the County has not opened the grant process every year. In the past, once the voters have authorized the tax the Council has bonded against the recreation portion in order to fund large projects. As additional funds may come available after debt service commitments and by determination of the Council the recreation grants application will be opened. In 2002 the County bonded for $2.2 million and in 2012 the County bonded for $3.2 million. If the tax is reauthorized it is anticipated the County may bond for approximately $4.3 million. In 2019 the County awarded over $740 thousand for recreation grant projects after honoring all debt service requirements.

If you are asking this question in late 2023/early 2024, you might have noticed some changes occurring in Kimball Junction around the Richins Building and Kimball Junction Transit Center. Here’s a quick summary of ongoing changes:

• Summit County added three Level 2 SemaConnect brand chargers on the south side of the Richins Building. This location has long been flagged for additional Level 2 chargers to support the County’s vehicle fleet and visitors to the DMV, Library, and more.
• Summit County is in the process of removing the two BTC Power chargers on the north side of the building. These chargers, installed in 2018, have experienced consistent maintenance and upkeep challenges.
• Through a partnership with High Valley Transit, Rocky Mountain Power is installing four utility-owned and operated fast chargers on the south side of the Kimball Junction Transit Center, several spots up from the County’s Level 2 chargers. These chargers will be high-powered and available for the public to use at a fee set in Electric Service Schedule 60.

There is still a single Level 2 Clipper Creek charger on the north side of the Richins Building close to the Transit Center.

There are three main types of chargers: Level 1, Level 2, and “fast charging.” Level 1 charging is most often used at home, Level 2 charging is common among public chargers and for fleets not requiring a fast charge. Many charging networks and charging corridors utilize fast chargers. Check out these two links to learn more:

• https://forthmobility.org/showcase/charging-options
• https://www.chargedfuture.com/different-types-of-electric-car-plugs/

Summit County charging locations have both Level 2 and fast chargers.

Another distinction in types of chargers is those that are networked (or “smart”) and those that are non-networked. Networking involves a hardwire or wireless connection that enables more sophisticated data collection and usage tracking, as well as the collection of fees for use, such as a $/energy use fee, a flat fee per charging session, an “idle” fee when the car is plugged in but done charging, and more.

• Fast chargers typically have an output between 50 kilowatts (kW) – 350 kW. 
• Level 2 chargers typically have a max output of 5 kW – 10 kWh. The County owned Level 2 chargers have a max output of 6.6 kW – 8.7 kW, which can give vehicles about 125 miles of range in about 5 hours.
• In general, higher output chargers charge a vehicle faster, with the latest technologies providing a full charge in 10-20 minutes.
• For a refresher on the units kW and kWh (power and energy) visit this link. Check with your vehicle dealership and/or manufacturer to learn the pros and cons of utilizing fast v. slow charging on the health of your vehicle’s battery. 

If you have access to charging where you live, your best and most affordable option will typically be to charge your vehicle at home. For those driving around the community, there are several EV chargers throughout Summit County. Use tools like PlugShare, ChargeHub, and EV Hype to locate and view information about chargers in the area. By the end of 2023, the County will have 24 charging stations at County facilities. Park City Municipal has installed 44 chargers across their various facilities and parking areas. Other organizations such as UDOT and Rocky Mountain Power are in the process of installing fast chargers across the state along highway corridors. Many local businesses and property managers have installed chargers for visitors and employees as well.

Since 2016, the Summit County Council has approved funding the installation and operating costs of County-owned chargers using a combination of County budget funds and grants from utility and State partners. As the number, type, and ownership of EV chargers expands in the community giving the public more options, Summit County will focus more directly on charging for fleet vehicles.

Summit County began charging users a fee to charge at the County-owned fast charging stations in 2022. To comply with Utah HB 301 passed in 2023, the County will also begin collecting a 12.5% sales tax at any charging stations with a fee. This sales tax must be collected and remitted to the state annually. Level 2 stations will remain free of charge. 

Operating fast charging stations costs much more than other slower stations, in part, because the electricity costs are substantially higher to supply that much power in a short period of time. The County charges a fee for fast chargers to recoup a portion of the costs to operate these chargers. We estimate that for an electric vehicle like a Chevy Bolt, it will cost about $36 to get a full charge. This is compared to a tank of gas costing between $38 - $62 (depending on gas prices) to go the equivalent distance for a full battery charge. 

While every vehicle and charger are slightly different, the basic steps remain the same. 

• Unlock the charging station with the correct app, RFID card, or code. Some stations will not require this step. 
• If the charging station offers multiple plug types, find the one that will fit your vehicle.
• Insert plug into the receiver on your vehicle. You may need to open the charging port door first.
• Make sure your vehicle accepts the charge. Usually there is a green light or message on the dashboard or display that will confirm this. 
• Remove the plug and place it back on the charger when you are ready to leave or you have reached a full charge.
• For an example of charging with a ChargePoint brand station, click here.

Note that some charging stations are available to use for a fee, and others are available to use at no cost. This setup will often influence the required steps to start a charge.

1. First, check the connection and make sure the plug type is compatible with your vehicle. Make sure the plug is fully inserted and locked into the vehicle’s charging port. 
2. Check to see if your vehicle needs a software update. You might not be able to use certain stations if your vehicle does not have the most current software. You might need to look in the owner's manual or call your dealership to troubleshoot this issue.
3. Call the customer service number provided in the charging app you are using, or the number displayed on the charger. Many charging stations can be troubleshooted remotely and this is more efficient than contacting the County first.

Whenever you find a stray animal and take it into your care, you must report it within 24 hours. Please notify us at the Summit County Animal Shelter at 435-336-3985 as soon as possible.

You can then bring the animal to the shelter, or an Officer can come to pick them up from you. Every stray must be under shelter care during its mandatory stray hold, during which Animal Control makes every effort to search for that animal's owners.

For more information about the Summit County Animal Control Code please visit: Click Here

All dogs living in Summit County MUST be licensed.

Dog licenses go hand-in-hand with rabies vaccinations. The expiration date of all licenses shall correspond to the date on which the rabies vaccination expires.

Owners should attach the tags to the collar of their dog and make sure that the collar and the tags are constantly worn. Failure to adhere to these codes could result in citation.

You can complete your dog’s registration online by following  this link.

For more information about Summit County Codes please click here.

Dog parents have a responsibility to manage their pet’s behavior and follow certain rules of etiquette:

• When your dog is not on your property they must be on a leash or lead or have an electronic collar with a leash on at all times.
• Dogs must stay within the owner's voice and sight command at all times.
• Additionally, dogs are not allowed to charge, chase, or otherwise display aggression toward any person or animal.
• Summit County Animal Control requires considerate and responsible pet ownership.
  
  For more information about the Summit County Code please visit: Click Here

Yes! Please reach out to us by phone at 435-336-3985 or email animalcontrol@summitcounty.org for opportunities about helping clean kennels and to walk and socialize with our adoptable animals.

You can read the Summit County Animal Control Code here.

 If you have further questions, please call the shelter at 435-336-3985 or email animalcontrol@summitcountyutah.gov

If you want to know more details about an animal you've seen posted on our Facebook page (i.e. if they are still available, how old they are, and the adoption process), please call the shelter at 435-336-3985 or email animalcontrol@summitcounty.org.

We do not have foster programs but we do have trial adoption with an animal you intend to adopt. If you have further questions, please call the shelter at 435-336-3985 or email animalcontrol@summitcounty.org

Please fill out this form. If you have further questions, please call the shelter at 435-336-3985 or email animalcontrol@summitcounty.org.

Whenever you find a stray animal you need to report it within 24 hours and bring that animal to the shelter or contact the shelter at 435-336-3985 so an officer can come to get the animal to be under our care during its mandatory 5-day stray hold. During that time we will make every effort to search for its owner. Further questions? Please call the shelter at 435-336-3985 or email animalcontrol@summitcounty.org.

There are several low-cost projects that you can get started on this weekend!

1. Renters Energy Guide
2. En Español
3. DIY water check from USU

If your property uses natural gas, request a home energy assessment from Dominion Energy. A home energy auditor will come to your place and evaluate which upgrades are best, and which incentives are available from Dominion Energy. Sign up here. Dominion Energy’s energy efficiency program is called “Thermwise”.

You can also request a virtual home energy assessment and get instant rebates from Rocky Mountain Power. Sign up here. Rocky Mountain Power’s energy efficiency program is called “Wattsmart”.

Do you own a commercial property? Rocky Mountain Power’s Find and Fix program is for you. Find out more information here. Call 1-888-805-7231 to get going. In addition, here is a list of rebates available from Dominion.

In general, folks tend to be eager to install solar panels, but investing in energy efficiency is where you can often find the biggest bang for your buck. Right now you can save thousands of dollars on energy efficiency projects. 

Both Rocky Mountain Power and Dominion Energy partner with local contractors to get rebates and incentives in the hands of homeowners and renters. Consider using Rocky Mountain Power’s Trade Ally and Dominion Energy’s Authorized Contractor lists to find contractors, and make sure to ask any professionals you work with to help you apply for incentives and rebates.

Some top upgrades we recommend:

Upgrade to a heat pump. You can get up to $2000 per year by installing heat pumps. Contrary to a common myth, they DO work very well in cold climates. Read more here.

• Federal incentives for heat pumps
• Rocky Mountain Power incentives for heat pumps
• Dominion Energy incentives for heat pumps

You can get up to $0.65/sf from Rocky Mountain Power or up to $800 from Dominion Energy for added insulation. You can also claim a tax credit for adding insulation on your federal tax return. Income qualified homeowners and renters should check out the Weatherization Assistance Program for potential low and no-cost insulation upgrades.

New windows. $1200 per year tax credit, $2.50/sf incentive from Dominion, PLUS $3.00/sf from Rocky Mountain Power.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY

ThermWise for natural gas users (Dominion Energy)

• Home Energy rebates
  • Appliances
  • Weatherization, i.e. new windows, insulation, etc.
• Commercial properties

 Wattsmart for electricity users (Rocky Mountain Power)

• Heating and cooling
• Smart accessories
• Business Incentives

 Federal tax credits for heating & cooling, water heating, insulation, windows, clean energy, and more. You can even claim a tax credit for upgrading your electric panel which helps make your home ready for electric appliances.

 ELECTRIC VEHICLES

The Utah State’s Department of Environmental Quality offers an incentive to cover up to 50% of EV charging equipment installation at commercial properties. 

Additional incentives may be available from Rocky Mountain Power, contact Leaders for Clean Air today.

Installing a level 2 charger at your home? Rocky Mountain Power has an incentive for residential charger installations. 

WATER CONSERVATION

Incentives to swap your turf for more water wise landscaping are available now:

• Summit County, Snyderville Basin residents are eligible for the State’s Landscape incentive ($3/sf). Learn more here.
• Park City residents are eligible for the City’s Landscape incentive. Learn more here.

Utah Water Savers and Weber Basin Water Conservancy District list many of the water conservation incentives that are available throughout the State.

Utah Clean Energy has created a great site for Utah homes.

Income qualified homeowners and renters should check out the Weatherization Assistance Program for potential low and no-cost insulation upgrades.

In addition, this resource from The White House can help you figure out which incentives are for you.

For commercial properties, the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency® (DSIRE) website is a regularly updated clearinghouse of all available incentives for energy efficiency and renewables.

Summit County and Park City are two of several Utah communities to enable Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE). Developers and building owners pursuing new construction and renovation projects can consider utilizing C-PACE to advance energy improvements in commercial, industrial, and qualifying multifamily buildings. C-PACE is a voluntary innovative financing mechanism for building improvements that result in enhanced energy performance over the lifetime of a building. Eligible improvements include efficient mechanical systems, installation of renewable energy systems, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, water conservation projects and more. To learn more about C-PACE visit: utahcpace.com

Incentives to swap your turf for more water wise landscaping are available now:

• Summit County, Snyderville Basin residents are eligible for the State’s Landscape incentive ($3/sf). Learn more here.
• Park City residents are eligible for the City’s Landscape incentive. Learn more here.

Slow the Flow is a great resource for all you can do to save water in Utah.

Utah Water Savers and Weber Basin Water Conservancy District list many of the incentives that are available throughout the State.

Learn more about Localscapes and planting for Utah’s unique climate.

The Office of Consumer Services and other state agencies have information available on programs such as the Home Energy Assistance Target Program (HEAT), the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), and more. For Summit County and Park City, you will work through the Mountainland Association of Governments (MAG) to access utility assistance programs.

A "nonprofit organization" is defined by U.S.C. 59-2-1101(1)(g)(i) in the following way.                                         

• that is organized on a nonprofit basis, that dedicates the entity's property to the entity's nonprofit purpose, and that makes no dividend or other form of financial                                                 benefit available to a private interest;                                           
• for which, upon dissolution, the entity's assets are distributable only for exempt purposes under state law or to the government for a public purpose;                                            
• that does not receive income from any source, including gifts, donations, or payments from recipients of products or services, that produces a profit to the entity in the sense that the income exceeds operating and long-term maintenance expenses; and                                          
• for which none of the net earnings or donations made to the entity inure to the benefit of private shareholders or other individuals, as the private inurement standard                                                 has been interpreted under Section 501(c)(3), Internal Revenue Code.

"Nonprofit organization" also includes the following as defined by U.S.C. 59-2-1101(1)(g)(ii).                                         

• An organization that is treated as a disregarded entity for federal income tax purposes and wholly owned by, and controlled under the direction of, a nonprofit entity;                                                 AND                                          
• Which none of the net earnings and profits of the entity inure to the benefit of any person other than a nonprofit entity.
  
  In addition, a nonprofit organization must meet one of the three criteria listed below.                                       
• "Charitable purpose" defined as:                                    
  • Property used as a nonprofit hospital or a nursing home, the standards outlined in Howell v. County Board of Cache County ex rel. IHC Hospitals, Inc., 881 P.2d 880 (Utah 1994); AND                                        
  • Property other than property described in Subsection (1)(a)(i), providing a gift to the community.                               
• "Educational purposes" means purposes carried on by an educational organization that normally:                                    
  • Maintaining a regular faculty and curriculum; AND                                        
  • Has a regularly enrolled body of pupils and students.
  "Educational purposes" also includes:                                    
  • the physical or mental teaching, training, or conditioning of competitive athletes by a national governing body of sport recognized by the United States Olympic Committee that qualifies as being tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3), Internal Revenue Code; AND                                       
  • an activity in support of or incidental to the teaching, training, or conditioning described above.                               
• Religious organization defined as:                                    
  • Any organization that has a religious exemption under IRS 501(c)(3) guidelines.

As defined by U.S.C. 59-2-1101(1)(c) any property owned by a nonprofit organization that is used exclusively for a charitable, educational, or religious purpose may be eligible for exemption from property tax.

Qualification for an exemption is contiquent upon ownership AND use. A property that is owned by an individual or for-profit business, but leased or, in some other way, used by a non-profit organization cannot be exempted. Also, property owned by a nonprofit organization but leased or, in some other way, used by an individual or for-profit organization may be subject to taxation.      

The Utah Supreme Court has determined that although exclusivity should be strictly construed, minor deviations from “exclusive use” should not automatically defeat an exemption. Clearly defined sections of a property can also qualify for an exemption even if other sections are used for profit, or another non-qualifying purpose. [Loyal Order of Moose 259 v. Salt Lake County Board of Equalization (657 P2d 257), 1982].

When a non-profit entity acquires property on or after January 1 that may qualify for an exclusive use exemption, that entity may apply for the exclusive use exemption on or before the later of MARCH 1ST (or the next business day if the 1st falls on a weekend) or 120 days after the property is acquired (§§ 59-2-1101 and 59-2-1102). If an exemption is not applied for timely, they will be required to apply during the next application period starting January 1st through March 1st of the next year.

After the Board of Equalization initially grants an organization a property tax exemption, the organization is required to file an "ANNUAL STATEMENT FOR CONTINUED PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION" each subsequent year. This statement confirms their continued non-profit status and exclusive use of the property to maintain the property's tax exemption (§ 59-2-1102).

Vacant Land which is not actively used by the religious, charitable, or educational organization, is not deemed to be devoted exclusively to exempt purposes, and therefore not exempt from property taxes. If the vacant land is being held for future development or utilization by an organization, it is deemed not exclusively used for exempt purposes, and therefore not tax exempt. The vacant land will remain taxable until either construction commences or a building permit is issued for construction of improvements that are intended for exclusive use.

• Install outdoor bulbs with a maximum of 3,000 degrees Kelvin and 2,000 lumens per fixture, and select outdoor lighting fixtures that are fully shielded and direct light downward. View International Dark-Sky Association examples of fully shielded fixtures here.
  
  
• Use dimmers, timers, or motion sensors for outdoor lighting.
• Use outdoor lights only when and where they are needed.
  Why focus on light at night? Learn more here.

• Not “less lighting”—better lighting!
  
  
• You may need to replace or update certain lighting fixtures and/or lightbulbs. Since 2021, both Park City and Summit County development codes have required all new construction to have lighting be fully shielded and down-directed, but now this is applying to ALL homeowners and business owners in Park City and unincorporated Summit County.
  
  
• Find DarkSky Approved Lighting fixtures, luminates, path lighting, etc. here and visit DesignLights Consortium (DLC) LUNA resources page here. For further info, see the question below: “What are some examples of Dark Sky compliant lighting?”
  
  
• What about my soffit lighting?
  *The following applies to unincorporated Summit County Residents ONLY:
  For detached single-family dwellings the soffit fixture cannot be mounted above 12 feet, as measured from the fixture to finished grade.
  
  
• For commercial, industrial, and multi-family dwellings, the soffit fixture cannot be mounted above twenty feet, as measured from the fixture to finished grade.
  
  
• Looking for a simple fix? If you have noncompliant soffit lighting, simply remove the bulb and cease using these light sources.

1.  Be a good neighbor! Use lighting that is fully shielded, down-directed and only where needed.

2.  - Angle lighting so that it doesn’t spill into neighboring yards.
- Set timers for outdoor lights and only use outdoor light when needed.
- For landscape lighting, choose fixtures that are low voltage LED or solar powered, downward directed and mounted no more than 18 inches above the ground level.

3. This graphic shows what “Light Bulbs that are 3,000 Degrees Kelvin or Less” means. To learn more about color temperature, measured in degrees Kelvin (K), visit this webpage.  

• In Unincorporated Summit County: Seasonal lights are allowed November 15 to March 1, so long as the lighting does not create dangerous glare on nearby areas. Best practice is to turn off your lights by 11:00 pm and close your blinds by 10:00 pm so migratory birds are not impacted by the festive cheer.
  
  

• Within Park City Limits (84060 zip code): Seasonal lights that do not cause light to spill out unnecessarily or interfere with the reasonable use and enjoyment of property are permitted from November 1 through March 1. Residential seasonal lights must be turned off by 11:00 PM. Lights outlining buildings on Main Street and in the General Commercial Zoning District may have seasonal lights outlining buildings year round, but lights must be turned off by 2:30 AM.
  
  

• Feeling festive year round? Consider dark sky compliant string lights like these!
  
  

• When your existing lightbulb burns out, purchase energy efficient bulbs not exceeding 3,000 degrees Kelvin and no more than 2,000 lumens of output.
  
  
• To research dark sky compliant lighting fixtures, visit: https://darksky.org/what-we-do/darksky-approved/
  

Your safety is important and our goal is to maximize safety for all living things. Streetlights will still meet the illumination requirements set by the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT). Public areas will be lit with lighting that is fully shielded, down-directed, and designed in a way that minimizes glare and spill into neighboring properties. For more info, see “What are some examples of dark sky lighting?”

Summit County residents, contact: darkskies@summitcounty.org

Park City residents, contact: Park City Planner, Rebecca Ward at rebecca.ward@parkcity.org