Layton City FAQ

A permit is required for any type of house alarm. Permits for house alarms are obtained through the Police Department.

Building permits are required for all sheds larger than 200 square feet. All sheds must meet the required setbacks. Contact the Community Development Department for the appropriate information about your particular situation.

A permit is required for all finishing and remodeling of a home.

A permit is required for all sprinkling systems that connect to the culinary water system.

A permit is required to finish a basement. Contact the Community Development Building Division at 336-3760 for more information.

Any person conducting business within Layton City limits must first obtain a business license.  A person shall be deemed to be conducting a business or nonprofit enterprise, and thus be subject to licensing requirements if said person does one act of: (a) selling any goods or services; (b) soliciting business or offering goods or services for sale or hire; or (c) using any vehicle or any premises in the City for a business purpose.

Certain types of businesses are specifically exempt by the State of Utah from license fees, i.e. insurance agents, non-profit organizations or low impact home occupation businesses.  However, this does not exclude them from obtaining a valid license and completing the necessary safety inspections or complying with zoning requirements.

If your business is located in a commercially zoned location, it is highly recommended that you contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 801-336-3780 for specific zoning regulations and restrictions prior to signing a lease or submitting an application.

Visit our website at https://www.laytoncity.org/secure1/Applications/BusinessLicensingApplication. Select one of the following types of applications:

Commercial: For businesses operating at a commercial address. A Beer/Alcohol license application is included in this application for new businesses;
Residential: For businesses operating at a residential address;
Temporary: For Mobile Food Vendors, Snow Shacks, Fireworks Stands, Outdoor Seasonal, Tent Events, etc.;
Solicitor: For Door-To-Door Solicitation;
Beer/Alcohol: For existing commercial business who wish to add beer/alcohol sales.

Verification of your business name registration with the State of Utah (website: https://corporations.utah.gov/online_bus_reg.html) and any required State license from the Utah Division of Occupational & Professional Licensing (DOPL) for cosmetologists, contractor, physicians, etc. (website: https://dopl.utah.gov/) will be verified prior to forwarding the application to the Planning Department for approval.

All entities conducting business in Utah under an assumed or fictitious (DBA - “Doing Business As”) name must register such name with the State of Utah Department of Commerce.  Visit https://corporations.utah.gov/online_bus_reg.html for further assistance.  If you wish to operate your business under your own personal given name, no business name registration is required.

Typical Planning Department review time is 7-10 business days if there is no missing or incomplete information.  After your application has been approved you will be notified via email of the approval, the license fees due, if a Fire or Building Inspection is required and instructions on how to pay the fees online.

After the fees are paid, and if a Fire or Building inspection is required, your application will be forwarded to the appropriate department and an inspector will contact you regarding the scheduling of that inspection.  After the inspection passes your license will be issued.  If no inspection is required, and there are no outstanding documents or information required, your license will be issued without delay.

All licensing fees are as set forth in the City’s Consolidated Fee Schedule.  Click here http://www.laytoncity.org/downloads/CD/feesched.pdf to view a complete list of licensing fees.  All fees are subject to change.  Please contact the Licensing Division at 801-336-3788 to verify the specific fees associated with your business.

Yes. The application for a Beer License can be found on our website at https://www.laytoncity.org/secure1/Applications/BusinessLicensingApplication under the Commercial Application.  The business owner must provide a BCI Background Check and the application must go through City Council for approval prior to being issued.  Completed applications must be submitted to our office no later than two (2) weeks prior to a City Council meeting to ensure the item is placed on the agenda.  City Council meets the 1^st and 3^rd Thursdays of every month, holidays considered.

Any person engaging in or carrying on one (1) or more businesses, whether or not at the same location, shall obtain a separate license for each business and pay the appropriate fees for each.

Background checks are required for solicitor, taxi, beer/alcohol and sexually oriented business licenses.  A background check can be obtained from the Layton City Police Department or a BCI Background Check can be obtained from the Department of Public Safety Bureau of Criminal Identification. Visit their website at https://bci.utah.gov/.

If your business is selling or reselling products to consumers you will need to obtain a Sales and Use Tax Number from the State.  This may be done at the same time you register your business name, or you may visit their website at www.tax.utah.gov/sales.

If your business meets Layton City’s requirements for a Home Occupation (Ord. 19.06.040 & 19.06.045) your business may be approved.  A list of requirements for home-based businesses is listed on the Residential Application found online at https://www.laytoncity.org/secure1/Applications/BusinessLicensingApplication.  A list of Day Care and Preschool requirements can be found on the Residential Application under the “Plan Review” and “Compliance Statements and Questions” sections after selecting “Day Care” or “Preschool” as the type of license.

Each business license is valid for one (1) year from the date of issuance.   A Renewal Notice will be sent out approximately 20 days before your license expires.

You may renew your business license one of the following ways:  By creating or logging into your account online at www.laytoncity.org/secure1; by mailing a check to 437 N Wasatch Drive, Attn: Business Licensing, Layton UT 84041; bringing in your payment to our offices; or calling 801-336-3780 and make a credit/debit card payment over the phone.  A 2% surcharge is assessed for all credit card transactions over $75.00.

If a license fee is required and the fee is paid 16 to 45 days after the renewal date, a $40.00 late fee is assessed.
If a license is paid 46 days or more after the renewal date, a $65.00 late fee is assessed.
If payment has not been made within 60 days after the renewal date the license will automatically be terminated.

Business licenses are not transferable from one location to another nor from one owner to another.

If you are planning on relocating your business from one address to another address within Layton City limits or are a new owner of an existing business, a new business license application must be submitted online at https://www.laytoncity.org/secure1/Applications/BusinessLicensingApplication.  If the business sells alcohol/beer, a new Beer License application must be submitted and approved by City Council.

Business licenses are non-transferable from one location to another. A new business license application must be submitted at https://www.laytoncity.org/secure1/Applications/BusinessLicensingApplication for review and approval for the new location.

If the new location is a commercial address, a Fire inspection will be required along with the associated fee.

If you are relocating your home-based business from one residential address to another residential address, a new business license application must be submitted online at https://www.laytoncity.org/secure1/Applications/BusinessLicensingApplication.  If you have clients coming to your home, a Building inspection along with the associated fee will be required.

If you are relocating your home-based business to a commercial location or vice versa, a new business license application must be submitted online at https://www.laytoncity.org/secure1/Applications/BusinessLicensingApplication.  A Fire Inspection for the new commercial location will be required. A Building inspection may be required for the new residential location.

Visit our website at https://www.laytoncity.org/secure1/Applications/BusinessLicensingApplication.  Under Business Licensing Forms select the “Termination Request” tab.   Fill out and submit the form online to terminate your license.  Please list the new owner information, if applicable, so we may follow up to make sure a new license is applied for.

Visit our website at https://www.laytoncity.org/secure1/Applications/BusinessLicensingApplication.  Under Business Licensing Forms select the “Termination Request” tab.   Fill out and submit the form online to terminate your license.

Visit our website at https://www.laytoncity.org/secure1/Applications/BusinessLicensingApplication.  Under Business Licensing Forms select the “Change Information” tab.   Fill out the form and submit it online.  Your information will be updated in our computers. If there is a name change a new license will be issued reflecting the new business name.

The City Attorney’s Office is legal counsel for the municipal corporation. This office represents the City Council and the various commissions, boards, and departments of the City. This office represents the City when it is involved in a civil lawsuit and this office prosecutes cases involving criminal misdemeanors that occur within the City.

A “public defender” is an attorney appointed by the court to represent a defendant in a criminal case when that defendant is found to be indigent. The name is based on the fact that the attorney is paid for by the “public” and “defends” the accused. When an entity, such as the City, accepts the responsibility to prosecute criminal cases, the City must also accept the responsibility of providing a public defender for those that cannot afford an attorney. The City does this by entering into a contract with a law firm or attorney to provide these services. The City’s current contract for its public defender services is Larsen, Larsen, Nash & Larsen, who may be contacted at 1-800-769-1026.

You may do so by contacting the court at (801) 444-4300.

Charges are filed at the discretion of the City Prosecutor. The City presses charges, not an individual. However, if you are the victim of a crime, you are entitled to give input to be considered by the Prosecutor and/or the Judge about your case. If you wish to do so, you should contact the Layton City Victim Advocate, (801) 336-3599.

The City Attorney cannot help you with your private legal needs. If you wish to sue someone, you need to hire your attorney or represent yourself.

The Court has the necessary form. Contact the Court at (801) 444-4300 or go to http://www.utcourts.gov/howto/smallclaims/

A hard surface is required for all vehicles and/or recreational vehicles.  This may be cement, asphalt, gravel or compacted road base.

Yes.

1. 19.16.070- The park strip between any public street and private property shall be landscaped with grass and plantings.  Maintenance of this area shall be the responsibility of the abutting property owner.

Yes

1. 12.04.060- All accumulations of snow, sleet, or precipitation impairing safe access and use of sidewalks shall be removed within twelve hours from the termination of the storm.
2. 12.04.060- It shall be unlawful to deposit snow or other material in a street maintained and plowed for purposes of snow removal by the city.  The term “or other material” can include dirt, gravel, or miscellaneous debris.

All precipitation must be removed from sidewalks within twelve (12) hours of a storm. You may not shovel the snow into the street.

No.

1. 10.62.030(1) and 10.62.030(2) – It is prohibited to park a vehicle in such a manner as to obstruct any portion of the sidewalk or parking strip.

Yes.

1. 19.06.110- No yard or other open space around an existing building shall be used for the storage of junk, trash, building materials, debris, inoperable vehicles or commercial equipment, and fuel.

Yes.

1. All vehicles on the property must be licensed and operable. Any inoperable or unlicensed (when licenses and registration have been expired for a period of 4 months) vehicles must be removed from your property, or stored in a completely enclosed structure. This includes any and all vehicle parts. If vehicles are being restored, a Restoration Permit is required and can be obtained from the Police Department.
   Layton City Code 6.24.170 and 6.24.175

No.

1. 10.88.020- It is prohibited to park a truck or trailer registered for 13, 000 pounds gross weight or  more in residential areas. It is also prohibited to park an unladen tractor truck in a residential area. These vehicles are restricted to specific roads unless they are crossing a street, servicing or refueling. The following is a list of approved roads for these vehicles:

• US Highway 89
• West Hill Field between 1200 West and Main Street
• Interstate 15
• Antelope Drive West of University Park Blvd(1200 West)
• Highway 193
• McCormick Way
• Oak Hills Drive
• Hill Field Road
• Main Street
• Railroad right of way
• Marshall Way

19.13.050-  Front yard landscaping shall be installed within eighteen (18) months after the issuance of the certificate of occupancy.

No.

1. 41-6a-1408 - A vehicle parked on a highway for 48 hours or longer; or a vehicle left on public or private property in excess of 7 days without the consent of the owner will be considered abandoned and may be towed.

No.

1. 19.12.100- This code essentially says that if any part of a property is being used to park vehicles, it must be properly graded for drainage, surfaced with concrete, asphalt, road base, or gravel and maintained in good condition, free of vegetation, dust, trash, and debris.
2. 10.62.030.9a - This code states to park any vehicle, trailer, boat, or similar apparatus upon any developed parcel the area designed for parking must be concrete, asphalt, or similar solid surface and be of size to house the entire vehicle.
3. 19.12.030 – No portion of a front yard, other than approved driveways, can be used for parking vehicles.
4. By state law, “vehicles” includes, but is not limited to, a motor vehicle, trailer, semi trailer, off highway vehicle, manufactured or mobile home.
   1. “Off highway vehicle” includes, but is not limited to, motorcycles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and personal watercraft.

All yards need to be maintained and clear of junk, trash and debris. This includes any vehicle that is not current on its registration.

No.  Parking on sidewalks is not allowed.

19.06.070 – Household Pets

You can have 2 dogs or cats or combination thereof. In addition, a conditional use permit can be issued for a seeing-eye, search and rescue, or other aid dog. The aid dog must be certified to serve in the capacity intended by an independent and qualified agency.

No.

1. It is illegal to park any vehicle in any location that interferes with the delivery and monitoring of essential services such as utilities, postal services and refuse collection.

No.

1. 10.62.030 (3a) – It is prohibited to park a vehicle on any street or publicly owned or controlled property or right-of-way for the principle purpose of displaying the vehicle for sale.
   *This ordinance has been repealed and is being revised.
2. 19.06.010 – It is prohibited to park any vehicle on commercial property not properly licensed for vehicle sales for the principle purpose of displaying the vehicle for sale.
   1. No property owner can give permission to violate any Layton City ordinance.

Layton City has several ordinances that apply to this scenario.

1. 10.62.030(4) and 10.68.010(2) - It is prohibited to park any vehicle that cannot be lawfully operated upon public streets upon any street, public right-of-way or publicly owned or controlled property.
   1. In addition to all required equipment, lawfully operated would also mean current registration and insurance.
2. 10.68.010 – It is prohibited to leave a vehicle parked in the same place on any street or alley continuously for more than 72 hours.
3. 10.62.030(5) – It is prohibited to park any recreational vehicle, trailer, boat, or similar apparatus on any public street, except for immediate loading or unloading, and never longer than 24 consecutive hours.
4. 10.62.030(8) – It is prohibited to park any vehicle in a location that interferes with the delivery and monitoring of essential services, such as utilities, postal services and refuse collection.
5. 10.62.010 – It is prohibited to park any vehicle on any street between 1:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.  from December to February, or any other time when removal of snow is apparent or imminent.

Animals normally associated with being kept outdoors and/or normally associated with agricultural areas such as horses, cows, goats, sheep, pigs, rabbits, chickens, ducks, geese, or other farm animals are not permitted in single family neighborhoods.

Farm Animals are allowed in the (A) and (R-S) zones, the R-S zone require a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet for farm animals.

Layton City Municipal Code: 19.06.080 (1)

“…Not more than one (1) cow or horse and two (2) sheep or goats and twenty−five (25) pheasants or chickens, or rabbits, or pigeons; and ten (10) geese or ducks, for every twenty thousand (20,000) square feet of lot area. Animals and fowl not specifically listed may be substituted for those listed of similar size. Combinations of animals and fowl are also allowed within the numbers listed for each category. A increase in this density is allowed only by a conditional use permit for a farm industry as set forth in this Title”.

• Front yard fencing or walls shall not exceed 3’ in height if view-obstructing (solid), and 4’ for non-view obstructing (75% open) fencing as measured from the building line to the right-of-way.
• Internal side yard and rear yard fencing shall not exceed 8’ in height.
• Corner side yard fencing or wall shall not exceed 6’ in height.
• A gate entrance into the front yard from the street may have a maximum height of 9’ and include features such as an overhead trellis or cover.
• A building permit is required for a wall and/or fence, or portion thereof, over 7’ in height.
• Fencing height is measured from the finished grade to the highest point of the fence.
• All fencing must comply with the Clear View Requirements outlined in 19.16.110 and 19.12.160 of the Layton City Municipal Code.
• Chain link fencing shall include:
  • 11 gauge wire mesh
  • 2” line posts
  • 3 ½” terminal and corner posts
  • all posts shall be spaced not more than 10’ apart
  • a top rail or tension wire
  • tension bars at the corner and terminal posts
  • concrete footing to a depth of not less than 18”
  • all parts are to be galvanized steel.
• Barbed wire and electrified fencing (unless associated with an agricultural operation) and razor wire are not permitted.
• Refer to 19.16.080 of the Layton City Municipal Code for additional requirements.

• Front yard fencing or walls shall not exceed 3’ in height if view-obstructing (solid), and 4’ for non-view obstructing (75% open) fencing as measured from the building line to the right-of-way.
• Internal side yard and rear yard fencing shall not exceed 8’ in height.
• Corner side yard fencing or wall shall not exceed 6’ in height.
• A gate entrance into the front yard from the street may have a maximum height of 9’ and include features such as an overhead trellis or cover.
• A building permit is required for a wall and/or fence, or portion thereof, over 7’ in height.
• Fencing height is measured from the finished grade to the highest point of the fence.
• All fencing must comply with the Clear View Requirements outlined in 19.16.110 and 19.12.160 of the Layton City Municipal Code.
• Chain link fencing shall include:
  • 11 gauge wire mesh
  • 2” line posts
  • 3 ½” terminal and corner posts
  • all posts shall be spaced not more than 10’ apart
  • a top rail or tension wire
  • tension bars at the corner and terminal posts
  • concrete footing to a depth of not less than 18”
  • all parts are to be galvanized steel.
• Barbed wire and electrified fencing (unless associated with an agricultural operation) and razor wire are not permitted.
• Refer to 19.16.080 of the Layton City Municipal Code for additional requirements.

If the tree crosses private property lines, the adjacent property can trim the tree branches back to the property line.  

Properties with at least 8,000 square feet and that are in a single-family zone or an agricultural zone (R-1-6, R-1-8, R-1-10, R-S, and A Zones) are permitted to have chickens and/or ducks. The total number of chickens or ducks permitted for each property is based on the lot size and can be found in the Residential Chicken & Duck Handout or in the 19.06.080 of the Layton City Municipal Code. A one-time permit is required for properties within the R-1-6, R-1-8, R-1-10, and R-S zones. Click Here to apply for a permit. Chickens and/or ducks are required to be kept inside a coop/pen/ or run, at all times.

-         Coop/Pen/Run Requirements

• Shall not be taller than 7'
• Shall be restricted to the rear or backyard of a residential use
• Shall be enclosed with a fence, this is in addition to the pen/coop
• Properties with less than 20,000 square feet:
  • 120 square feet max pen size
  • Must be setback 5' from side and rear property lines
• Properties with over 20,000 square feet or more:
  • Pens up to 120 square feet must be seetback 5' from side and rear property lines
  • Pens over 120 square feet must be setback 10' from side and rear property lines

Elections are held every other year on odd numbered years. Citizens interested in becoming a candidate must file a Declaration of Candidacy with the City Recorder, and meet candidacy requirements.

You can look up your voting precinct at http://vote.utah.gov.

Contact Davis County Clerk/Auditor at (801) 451-3420 or download mail-in form at http://elections.utah.gov/.

The City is divided into "districts", which use the same boundaries as LDS stakes. Each district is divided into 5 to 10 "areas" which use the same boundaries as LDS wards. Each area is divided into 12 to 20 neighborhoods. LDS stake and ward boundaries are used because they are well established, convenient and recognized by many within the city. It is critical to note that the plan is for all citizens living within these boundaries regardless of religious affiliation. Layton City has asked the LDS stake presidents to help us identify a "district coordinator" for each district. District coordinators are trained by Layton City and are responsible to appoint and train "area coordinators", who appoint and train "neighborhood coordinators". Those who serve as district, area and neighborhood coordinators function as Layton City volunteers, and as such, serve without regard to religious affiliation. Layton City encourages each area to have at least 30 CERT trained citizens who can be divided into at least two teams to perform triage, emergency first aid and rapid damage assessment as soon as possible after an event occurs. CERT teams for each area are organized and coordinated by the area coordinators. During an emergency, district, area and neighborhood coordinators are primarily concerned with the welfare of citizens and act in a prudent and wise manner to see to their safety and well-being. As a secondary concern, they consider the protection and preservation of private property in the neighborhood. Through the organization of functioning districts, areas and neighborhoods, Layton City will be better able to communicate with and assist the citizens of Layton during a major emergency event.

CERT stands for Community Emergency Response Team. CERT training provides instruction for citizens to provide basic assistance in areas such as disaster awareness, fire suppression, first-aid, urban search and rescue, and disaster psychology during a catastrophe or disaster. During a disaster, it may be several days before Police, Fire and Medical personnel can respond, so this training provides a valuable service to the student’s family and neighbors that would be served. The course consists of 8 modules and currently costs $25 per participant for the entire course. Courses can be scheduled through the Management Services Department secretary at 336-3820. Also see www.laytoncity.org under “Live and Work“, “Emergency Preparedness“ and “CERT“.

See www.laytoncity.org under “Live and Work”, “Emergency Preparedness”

A TCP is required when the normal function of the roadway is altered creating an unsafe condition for workers, motor vehicles, pedestrians, and or bicycles. Under normal circumstances, construction activities conducted within a subdivision and located on the side of a road is considered reasonably safe for the slower traffic that use the road and will not be required to prepare a TCP. However, the proper signage and channelization devices should still be used to direct traffic away from the work zone.

Layton City Engineering has a brief handout that outlines some of the requirements for a TCP. It is not all-inclusive and will not cover all situations. The main resource for preparing a TCP is the “Manual On Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Ch-6”. It is not necessary to purchase the manual. The Federal Highway Administration has made it available on their website at: http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/index.htm.

Yes. Any work that will impact the City’s right-of-way requires a permit. This right-of-way is normally one foot behind the sidewalk.

Replacement of addition of drive approaches requires a permit, which is given out in the Engineering Department. You need to bring a drawing, which includes a measurement of the property frontage, the measurement of the existing driveway and what you plan to widen or add to your drive approach. This drawing is reviewed and approved through the Community Development department (Kem Weaver), prior to obtaining this permit.

The City does a biennial sidewalk replacement project, determined by a physical survey of the City sidewalks, and using URMMA and ADA recommendations. If your sidewalk does not qualify for replacement, or if you desire replacement before the City can schedule this replacement, the City can schedule the cutting out and hauling off of your curb & gutter or sidewalk, and you would then be required to have this replaced by a concrete specialist of your choice. A Sidewalk/ Curb & Gutter/ Drive Approach Replacement Permit is required before the Public Works Department will schedule for this service.

Permits for driveway, sidewalk, or curb & gutter replacement are obtained in the Engineering department. You must obtain an approval from Community Development on your drive approach permit if you would like to widen an existing drive approach or adding an additional approach.

Anytime you anticipate being in the right-of-way of the City, a street cut permit is required. Normally this is right-of-way is 1-foot behind sidewalk. This permit may be obtained in the Engineering Department. For questions call: (801) 336-3700.

A Street Cut Bond is required when digging in the right-of-way of the City. It is determined by the length of cut, and is paid at the time of applying for Street Cut Permit. This Cash Surety Bond is held for one year, and is refundable if the trench maintains its integrity for that year.

The trench maintenance fee is based upon the size of the road, the length of the cut, the type of utility being replaced or installed, and the placement of the repair within the road. These fees are used for the eventual overlay of these impacted roads.

Winter fees shall be double the permit fee for an excavation made between October 15th and May 15th. For further questions, please refer to City Ordinance 99-54, Municipal Code Chapter 12.16.

The homeowner is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the entire sewer lateral, from the home to the connection point at the main.  Refer to the attached document for more information Sewer Lateral.  A Street Cut permit will be required to any repair that will impact the street right-of-way, which is 1-foot behind sidewalk. 

These manuals can be found on our website, or they may be purchased at the Public Works Engineering Department at the Layton City offices for $25 a set.

Applications can be completed online at: http://www.waterquality.utah.gov/UPDES/stormwatercon.htm. All subdivision and commercial developments are required to acquire the UPDES General Construction Storm Water Permit, and submit a copy of this permit to Layton City before a pre-construction meeting can be scheduled.

See current and historic sales tax rates at tax.utah.gov/sales/rates

The Layton City Fire Department is a career all hazards department. The department's staffing consists of one Battalion Chief, three paramedic engine companies with three personnel each and an additional engine company that specializes as a heavy rescue. There are five ambulances that are staffed with two personnel each at the Advanced EMT level. The minimum daily staffing is 22 split between four fire stations.

Layton City Fire Department protects 25 square miles including unincorporated areas of Davis County bordering Layton City.

Emergency and Response Services:

• Fire Suppression and Extinguishment
• Fire Cause and Origin Investigations
• Ambulance Service at an Advanced EMT Level (Scene Response and Intrafacility Transfers)
• Paramedic Rescue Services (Advanced Life Support)
• Hazardous Materials Response (Operations and Technician Level)
• Technical Rescue Services (Trench / Confined Space, High Angle / Mountain Rescue, Automobile / Machinery Extrication)
• Evidentiary Blood Draws For The Police Department (DUI and Drug Arrests)
• Mutual Aid To Surrounding Fire Departments As Requested

Public Education and Relations Services:

• Elementary School All Risk Education Program (All Participating Elementary Schools in Layton City)
• Fire Prevention Week Open House
• EMS Week Presentation
• Fire Extinguisher and Safety Class to Local Businesses
• Public Speaking and Fire Safety Education at Local Civic Groups as Requested
• CERT Training
• Fire Station Tours
• Fourth of July Public Fireworks Display

Fire Prevention Services:

• Fire Code Compliance Inspections (Day Cares, Retail, Hospital, Manufacturing, Public Assembly, etc.)
• Engine Company Inspections on Commercial Occupancies (General Housekeeping, Pre-Fire Planning, Emergency Contact Information)
• Plan Reviews New Construction ( Site Access, Hydrant Location, Fire Alarm and Suppression Systems)

Open Burning Regulations

City, County and State laws regulate open Burning in Layton City. Burning in Davis County as a whole is limited to agricultural burning or a recreational fire as defined below. To qualify for agricultural open burning you must have 2 acres of farmland, which is used for crop growth or have a fruit orchard with 25 or more fruit trees. Agricultural open burning is limited to organic items, which are incidental, and essential to the agricultural operation "NO TRASH OR YARD WASTE". An example of items which may be burned are: fence lines on cultivated property, stubble fields, ditch banks, weeds when clearing land to be planted and trimmings from fruit trees when in conjunction with an orchard. State law requires that farmers who are going to burn those items notify the nearest fire department prior to burning.Layton City requires that you notify the fire department at (336-3940) and provide them with the start and end times of the burn, an address where the burning will occur, the name and a phone number of the responsible party for the burn and the materials that you will be burning. In addition, Layton City limits open burning to daylight hours and on days that the clean air index, provided by The Davis County Health Department, allows. All agricultural fires must be kept a minimum of 50 feet from structures. The responsible party must have a water supply or other means to control the fire. The fire must be constantly attended until completely out. The Chief of the Fire Department is authorized to make and adopt rules in regards to the open burning regulations. Said rules are subject to the review of the City Manager and City Council.

Layton City Fire Guidelines

Burning Allowed with Notification:

Camp Fires or recreational or cooking fires:

• Must be clean dry wood
• Must be kept under 3' in diameter
• Must be kept under 2' in pile height
• Must be kept a minimum 25' from all structures and other combustibles
• Must be constantly attended by a person eighteen years of age or older
• Must have bucket of water hose or other means to extinguish
• Must be used solely for cooking or recreational purposes
• Must own the property or have written permission to kindle the fire

Agricultural Burning:

• Must have 2 acres of cultivated land or a fruit orchard of 25 or more fruit trees
• Must be incident to and essential to the agricultural operation
• Must be constantly attended
• To be conducted during daylight hours only
• Must have means to extinguish or control the fire
• Must be kept a minimum of 50' from all structures
• Must comply with air quality index (except for ditch banks, cannel banks, fence lines on cultivated land. They are still asked to comply with air quality index)
• When any of the above burning is creating a public hazard the on duty fire officer may have the fire extinguished. When weather or other conditions make burning a hazard, such as winds etc. The officer on duty may deny all burning requests.

The Layton Fire Department has a full-time Fire Marshal, Deputy Fire Marshal, Fire inspector, and part-time Public Education Specialist. Their duties include plan reviews for new/remodeled structures in the city, conducting inspections from the building phase to the ongoing maintenance of the structures, fire code enforcement, post fire investigations to determine fire cause and origin, ongoing public education programs, and other Community Risk Reduction activities. Education services include: school presentations, CERT trainings, and fire extinguisher trainings. The Kendal O. Bryant Fire Prevention Open House is held the last Wednesday in September at Fire Station 51. Please call 801-336-3940 to request an inspection, training, or have any other questions/concerns.

Please see the Utah State Fire Marshal’s Office for current firework restrictions, maps, and discharge dates. https://firemarshal.utah.gov/department-services/fireworks/

We are checking for general fire code compliance and life safety issues. Commonly found violations include: improper maintenance of means of egress, improper maintenance of fire protection systems, expired keys in the Knox Box for first responder access, and improper storage of hazardous materials. The inspector will identify issues in a report with a timeline for compliance.

Fire and Life Safety Checklist

1. Public safety. Public safety is Layton City’s first priority. Since the last station was built in 1998, the City’s population has increased by 21,000 residents. The call volume to emergency personnel has also increased. There were 6,411 incidents in 2018, and it’s estimated that that number will top 7,000 in 2019. This is a 189 percent increase since 1998.
2. Response time. The area that will be served by the new fire station experiences the longest response time from the current fire stations. In 2018, the average total response time was nine minutes for the identified area. With the new fire station, response time will decrease by three to five minutes to about four to six minutes average total response time. In an emergency, minutes can save lives.
3. Wildland-urban interface. In the foothills area, fires burn quickly, especially during the hot summer months. As fires increase, this puts east side residents at risk. A fire station located nearby means crews can reach the fires sooner so they can be contained more quickly. This can not only protect lives and save homes, but can also reduce the negative environmental impact from fire.

The current cost is estimated at $3.7 million. The City has been budgeting for this, and has saved $2.5 million. The revenue from the propsed increase will provide the final amount needed for the station, along with the initial operating costs, which includes personnel. The land on which the station will be built is already owned by the City. There will not be any additional equipment costs.

Below is a comparison between the costs of purchasing property, constructing the station, and the first year of operation for what a comparable fire station would have been, and what it will be due to the City’s planning:

Expenses for Construction and First Year Operation if Starting Today:		Costs of Construction and First Year Operation with Planning Ahead:
$1,700,000	Purchase of Land	$0*
3,700,000	Building Construction	1,200,000**
950,000	Acquire ambulance, fire engine, brush truck, and equipment	0***
1,100,000	Personnel and equipment	1,100,000
30,560	Utilities/Fuel/Maintenance	30,560
$7,480,560	Total	$2,330,560

By exercising a sound fiscal policy and by anticipating needs, the City has reduced the costs of this project by over $5,000,000.

*The City acquired the underlying property through an exchange for property it has owned for several years.
**The City has been budgeting for this station, and has saved $2,500,000 for its construction.
*** And in anticipation of growth, the City has acquired, maintained and refurbished firefighting and paramedic equipment for this station.

A reduced response time will benefit the entire City by increasing the availability of resources. If multiple emergencies occur at once, or if there is a large-scale emergency in any part of the city, the new station can provide additional resources to other areas.

The new station will be located near 1400 North Valley View Drive. The City is currently reviewing plans. View laytoncity.org/Station4 for more details.

The tax rate would change from 0.001424 to 0.001780. While that is a twenty-five percent (25%) increase, the actual result is an increase of $5.06 per month on a $310,000 home, or $60.70 annually.

The City considered a bond to raise funds; however, issuing a bond would only cover the one-time cost of building the station and doesn’t cover the ongoing costs of personnel and operations. With the tax increase added to the money the City has already set aside in previous years, the increase in funds will ensure the City can afford to build the new station and keep it operating in the future.

As people move to Davis County from neighboring areas, more emergency services are required to accommodate the increasing population. The costs of these services are rising higher than the rate of inflation. Public safety is our #1 priority. Our goal is to reach an average total response time of less than five minutes. In order to reach that goal, another fire station is necessary. The area's growth and increased call volume reflect that the need is now.

Compared to other cities, the cost of utilities in Layton City is lower than average. Across the state, the average monthly utility rate for water, sewer, storm, and garbage is $96.72. Layton City’s average monthly cost for the same utilities is $87.39.

Neighboring cities that have raised taxes recently include Bountiful in 2018, Kaysville in 2014, Syracuse in 2017 and 2018, and Ogden every year since 2016. In addition to the Davis School District, Kaysville, South Weber, Syracuse, and West Point are all considering a tax rate increase this year.

And, for the past two years, Layton City’s tax rate has actually decreased. Layton City adopted the certified tax rate established by Davis County and the Utah State Tax Commission in 1987, and although Layton City’s population has approximately doubled since that time, the City hasn’t raised taxes since then.

We recognize there are other projects that are important to our residents. We have plans to address many issues in the future; however, based on demand public safety is our highest priority. For right now, we’d like to keep the tax increase as low as possible. If you have concerns about other issues, we encourage you to attend City Council meetings or to contact Layton City.

The back-to-back decreases and then the proposed increase should demonstrate the City’s fiscal practices of receiving only what it needs. The City keeps taxes as low as practical to ease taxpayers’ burdens and then only proposes an increase when necessary. As the need for another fire station became clear, the City proposed raising taxes to address that need.

While property taxes generally increase when the value of the home/property increase, that is not so with the City's portion of the property tax. The City is only allowed to budget the same amount of property tax revenue as the year before (with exceptions for new construction). Although other entities may raise the amount they receive through tax revenue, the City has not done so before, and if it does, it must notify the public and hold public hearings, as it has done here.

While bonding is a common method for funding projects, it is best used for construction projects, and, as in this instance would take care of the one-time costs to build the station. However, the bonding would not take care of the on-going costs of the personnel needed for the station, and it would not take care of the continuing maintenance and operation of the building. Using bonding only would be like borrowing to build or buy a new home and not budgeting for the maintenance, electrical, natural gas, water, sewer, insurance premiums, etc.

Again, while bonding for the new station itself would be a viable option, it would not provide the revenue necessary for the on-going operations of the station.

We are. A significant portion of the money saved for the building is from the City’s collecting of a public safety impact fee. However, the law limits the amount of the impact fee the City can collect and it limits which expenses can be covered by impact fees.

First, the amount of an impact fee is specifically limited to the identifiable costs that new development will create for public safety. The formula the law requires the City use shows the need for a new station is not created solely by new development. For example, the simple but significant increase in commuter traffic has increased the demand for emergency medical services, and that increase is not attributed to growth in the City. Additionally, the need for a more timely response to the wildland-urban interface area is not solely driven by new development.

Second, impact fees can only be used for buildings and identified equipment, and cannot be used for personnel costs. While the City is collecting and effectively using impact fees, those fees – and the limitations imposed on the use thereon – make them insufficient to address the entire need.

Approximately 11.31% of your property taxes go to Layton City. Under the proposed increase, it would be approximately 13.75%.

The City will not have a precise timeline available until after the bidding process. Once the City has that information, it will make it available to the public.

Layton City has created a website, laytoncity.org/Station4, where you can gather information. If you have more questions or concerns, you may attend the upcoming Open House on July 31 from 6 to 8 pm at 530 North 2200 West or one of the upcoming council meetings. See the council meeting schedule at http://www.laytoncity.org/LC/Government/CouncilMeetings.

Just as the City acquired the property for Station 4 several years ago, the City has already acquired property for two future stations. One of those will be a relocation of an existing station, and the other will be a new station, Station 5. No timeline has been established for the construction of either of these.

The planned relocation is for the City’s oldest station, located at 199 North Fort Lane. This station was built in 1970 and was not constructed to accommodate full-time staffing. At the time of its original construction, the Fire Department was an all-volunteer service, and was not staffed 24 hours a day until 1981. To house and accommodate full-time staffing, the station has had to undergo numerous modifications and remodels. As we continue to add personnel and responsibilities to each station, this building is no longer able to meet those requirements.

With the construction of the new Intermountain Layton Hospital, Layton City acquired property on Layton Parkway suitable for the relocation of this fire station. This site is an ideal location for our inter-facility transfers from the hospital, and for incidents on and to the west of Interstate 15. Because this existing station is currently staffed, its relocation represents a capital investment with no added ongoing personnel costs.

Although the timeline for the construction has not been established, the property for Station 5 has been in City ownership since 1999. It is located at 1872 North Layton Hills Parkway, just north of the Davis Conference Center. This station will service the northwest portion of the City and its increasing residential and commercial uses. It will also serve as a critical link with the other stations in the City.

Council minutes are available at http://www.laytoncity.org/LC/Government/CouncilMeetings.

Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the City Center Building, 437 N. Wasatch Dr.

Yes; subscribe at http://www.utah.gov/pmn

The Heritage Museum was conceived as a Bicentennial project and the doors of the museum opened in 1980. Currently, the museum has 7,200 square feet of display space.

The Heritage Museum is a historical museum. Exhibits and permanent displays tell the story of the early social, economic, and cultural development of Northern Davis County.

Several early Layton settlers were not members of the LDS Church. Consequently, these settlers were referred to as Gentiles. Since the Gentiles tended to live near each other the street where they built homes and a Protestant church became known as Gentile Street.

The museum takes donations if they apply to the mission of the museum. Anyone interested in making a donation can contact the museum curator by calling (801) 336-3930.

All information is maintained on a secure web server. Only authorized City Staff will have access.

You will be asked to provide personal information such as name, address, phone number, etc. You will also be asked to provide information about your education, employment history, and references. An e-mail address will also be required. You will shorten the time it takes to complete your application if you gather this information before beginning the online process.

Layton City accepts only online applications. If you do not have access to a computer you may come to the Layton City Management Services office located at 437 North Wasatch Drive, Layton, UT 84041, between the hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday.

Computers are available at public libraries for you to access. Family and friends may also have Internet access available for you to use.

YES. IMPORTANT! User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person or e-mail address. Multiple applications with multiple users and e-mail addresses may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions you apply for.

To apply online you must create an e-mail account. There are a number of free e-mail services available to the general public.

Use the Online Registration to create your user account.

You may attach or cut and paste a resume into your application. Please note that submitting a resume does not substitute for completing the entire application form. Incomplete applications may be eliminated from consideration for employment.

If you submitted electronically, you will receive an e-mail confirmation shortly after submission. To verify the positions you’ve submitted applications for, login using you user ID and password. Then click on My Applications. All application materials (including resumes and supplemental documentation) must be received by the posted closing date and time. Late application materials will not be considered.

If you wish to receive notification when a job you are interested in becomes available, sign up for Job Alerts.

You can request assistance at the Layton City Human Resources office located at 437 North Wasatch Drive, Layton, UT. You may also call the Layton City Human Resources office at (801) 336-3820 during business hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

You may login to Layton City Jobs and make the changes to your profile. You may also contact the Human Resources Division at (801) 336-3820 during business hours of 8:00 am –5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

To check on the status of a particular recent application, call the Layton City Human Resources office at (801) 336-3820 during business hours of 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday.

Yes. Review and update your profile as necessary. Once your account is created, applying for open recruitments is quick and easy.

No. Each time we list a job opportunity and you are still interested in being considered you should apply. You must submit a separate application for all positions you are interested in.

No. As with any position, once a closing date has passed, no application will be accepted or considered. Please continue to visit the Layton City website and apply for new jobs as they become available. You may also want to sign up for Job Alerts to automatically be notified when a position you are interested in becomes available.

General Employee Benefits

Fire Fighter Benefits

Sworn Police Officer Benefits

Yes, Layton City does participate in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically compares information entered on the Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9, with records contained in SSA and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases to help employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees. Down below you will find the Right to Work and the E-Verify Participation posters in an English and Spanish version.

• We Participate In E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish)
• Right to Work Poster (English and Spanish)

All city parks are open from 5:00am to 11:00pm.  All scheduled games and facility lighting turn off at 11:00pm.

Trash cans are provided in restrooms only. Therefore, you are asked to take any garbage with you when you leave the park. If trash is left in parks, then the park staff has to take time from other park duties to clean up garbage, thus diminishing the overall quality of city parks. “Pack it in and pack it out” is a good rule of thumb in Layton’s parks.

Dogs are allowed on leash ONLY and in all Parks except for Ellison Park and Layton Commons Park

No swimming allowed.  No motorized vehicles allowed on the water.

No swimming. No motorized watercraft allowed on the reservoir except to a prior leasee who may use the reservoir for water-skiing on Tuesday, Fridays and if no angles are present on Saturdays. Signs will indicate this agreement.

No boating, floating, or swimming.

Hobbs Reservoir is a walk in access and sign in is required along with fishing license.  Andy and Holmes Reservoir fishing license are required.

Park pavilions are available for rental May 1 - September 30.

Oak Forest Park, Woodward Park, Sandridge Park, Andy Adams Park, Chapel Park, Ellison Park, Vae View Park, and Chelsie Meadows Park.

Memorial Day to Labor day 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

No alcoholic beverages are allowed in any park.

Permits are needed prior to bringing food trucks into the parks.  Bounce houses REQUIRE high risk insurance and approval prior to using them in parks.  Special event applications are needed in order to bring food trucks and bounce houses.

You MUST submit a Special Event Application before using either of these in Layton City Parks (https://www.laytoncity.org/secure1/Applications/SpecialEventApplication).

The zoning of a property can be found using the Interactive Zoning Map by typing the address or Tax ID into the search field or by navigating the map to the property.

The zoning abbreviations identify the type of zone and are listed below:

• A - Agriculture
• R-S - Residential Suburban
• R-1 - Single Family Residential
• R-2 - Single and Two Family Residential
• R-MH - Mobile Home Parks & Subdivisions
• R-M1 - Low/Medium Density Residential
• R-M2 - Medium Density Residential
• R-H - High Density Residential
• B-RP - Business and Research Park
• PB - Professional Office
• CP-1 - Planned Neighborhood Commercial
• CP-2 - Planned Community Commercial
• CP-3 - Planned Regional Commercial
• C-TH - Condominium/Townhouse
• C-H - Planned Highway Commercial
• M-1 - Light Manufacturing/Industrial
• M-2 - Heavy Manufacturing/Industrial
• MU - Mixed Use
• MU-TOD - Mixed-Use - Transit Oriented Development

ADU’s are permitted in all single-family residential zones. A permit is required to establish the ADU. Refer to the ADU Handout and 19.06.300 of the Layton City Municipal Code for additional information and requirements. Short-term rental of the ADU is not permitted.

The City does not currently regulate short-term rentals.

HOA regulations can be more restrictive, but cannot be less restrictive than Layton City Code. HOA regulations are enforced by the individual Homeowner’s Association not the City.

• Front yard fencing or walls shall not exceed 3’ in height if view-obstructing (solid), and 4’ for non-view obstructing (75% open) fencing as measured from the building line to the right-of-way.
• Internal side yard and rear yard fencing shall not exceed 8’ in height.
• Corner side yard fencing or wall shall not exceed 6’ in height.
• A gate entrance into the front yard from the street may have a maximum height of 9’ and include features such as an overhead trellis or cover.
• A building permit is required for a wall and/or fence, or portion thereof, over 7’ in height.
• Fencing height is measured from the finished grade to the highest point of the fence.
• All fencing must comply with the Clear View Requirements outlined in 19.16.110 and 19.12.160 of the Layton City Municipal Code.
• Chain link fencing shall include:
  • 11 gauge wire mesh
  • 2” line posts
  • 3 ½” terminal and corner posts
  • all posts shall be spaced not more than 10’ apart
  • a top rail or tension wire
  • tension bars at the corner and terminal posts
  • concrete footing to a depth of not less than 18”
  • all parts are to be galvanized steel.
• Barbed wire and electrified fencing (unless associated with an agricultural operation) and razor wire are not permitted.
• Refer to 19.16.080 of the Layton City Municipal Code for additional requirements.

For structures less than 200 square feet in single-family residential zones refer to the Accessory Structure Permit Review Handout. For structures larger than 200 square feet in single-family residential zones refer to The Detached Accessory Structures Handout and Table 5-1 for regulations and restrictions. For all other zones, please contact the Community and Economic Development Department.

Layton City Municipal Code 19.060.070 outlines the number and type of household pets permitted. In addition to the animals outlined in the above code the following are permitted:

• Chickens and Ducks. Refer to the Residential Chicken and Duck Handout.
• Bees. Refer to the Residential Beekeeping Handout.

Farm animals are permitted in the A (Agriculture) and R-S (Residential Suburban) zones. Refer to 19.06.080 of the Layton City Municipal Code for the type, quantity allowed and regulations of farm animals. Animals normally associated with being kept outdoors and/or normally associated with agricultural areas such as horses, cows, goats, sheep, pigs, rabbits, chickens, ducks, geese or other farm animals, shall not be allowed as household pets.

A total of 2 dogs or 2 cats or a combination thereof. In addition, a conditional use permit can be issued for a seeing-eye, search and rescue or other aid dog. The aid dog must be certified to serve in the capacity intended by an independent and qualified agency. Refer to 19.06.070 of the Layton City Municipal Code.

Animals normally associated with being kept outdoors and/or normally associated with agricultural areas such as horses, cows, goats, sheep, pigs, rabbits, chickens, ducks, geese or other farm animals, shall not be allowed as household pets. Farm animals are permitted in the A (Agriculture) and R-S (Residential Suburban) zones only.

A private kennel is 3+ dogs on a property. Private kennels are only permitted in the A (Agriculture) and R-S (Residential Suburban) zones with a minimum of 1 acre lot size and must receive a conditional use permit approval from the Planning Commission.

Animals normally associated with being kept outdoors and/or normally associated with agricultural areas such as horses, cows, goats, sheep, pigs, rabbits, chickens, ducks, geese or other farm animals, shall not be allowed as household pets. Farm animals are permitted in the A (Agriculture) and R-S (Residential Suburban) zones only.

For single-family residential zones refer to the Single-Family Landscaping Handout and 19.16.038 of the Layton City Municipal Code.

Yes, the grass in the park strip may be replaced with water-wise plants, xeriscaping or similar type of landscape. Single-family zones (with the exception of PRUD subdivisions) may have up to 50% concrete (no asphalt), and rock or bark landscaping mulch may be used instead of grass or plants. In PRUD subdivisions and all other zones, park strips shall be planted with a minimum of 50% live plant material measured at maturity. Refer to 19.16.038 (single-family) and 19.16.070 (PRUD and all other zones) of the Layton City Municipal Code for additional information and requirements.

Refer to Table 16-2 for permitted trees in the park strip, in the first 10’ of the front yard setback and under power lines. In addition, for trees planted near overhead power lines, refer to Rocky Mountain Power tree planting and pruning guidelines. Contact Rocky Mountain Power for additional questions regarding planting trees near overhead power lines.

If the tree branches cross private property lines, an adjacent property owner can trim the tree branches back to the property line.

For private swimming pools in single-family residential zones refer to the Swimming Pool Regulations Handout and 19.05.040 of the Layton City Municipal Code. For public swimming pools in all other zones, please contact the Community and Economic Development Department.

Refer to Table 5-1 (residential) and Table 5-2 (non-residential) for the required setbacks and requirements for each zone.

Refer to Table 12-1 for specific parking requirements listed by use.

Refer to 19.12.170 of the Layton City Municipal Code and Table 12-10 for the locations and types of driveways and the minimum and maximum widths permitted in residential zones. A second driveway may be permitted if the conditions outlined in the above code are met.

The Planning Commission meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. Agendas are posted on the City’s website the Friday before the Planning Commission meeting and can be found here. The public is invited to attend all Planning Commission meetings and may comment during public hearings.

Property lines can be identified through Ownership Plats. Dedication Plats show the property line measurements. Sometimes there are physical surveyor monuments (pins or markers) located in the curb and corners that indicate where a surveyor has marked the property line corners. A surveyor may be required to identify property corners and place or replace surveyor monuments (Layton City does not provide this service).

Refer to the Land Use Tables 6-1 and 6-2 which provides land uses allowed for each zone. Refer to the Layton City Interactive Zoning Map to determine the zone of your property. Contact the Community and Economic Development Department to discuss if a specific land use would be permitted in a particular zone. For home occupations please refer to 19.06.030 of the Layton City Municipal Code for information regarding licensing, businesses allowed and requirements.

If the request is for information readily available such as: zoning, allowed uses, open zoning code violations, etc.; fill out the Zoning Verification Letter Request.

If the request is for the above information and includes requests for documentation such as: building permits, site plans, Certificate of Occupancy, conditional uses, variances, etc.; a GRAMA Records Request processed through the City Recorder will be required.

Yes. All loads need to be covered on the way to the landfill.

In order to comply with Utah State Law, requests for police reports are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Requests may be started online by filling out an Online Record Request Form or they may be made in person at the Records Division, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding legal holidays.  Requests received via mail will also only be considered if the signature on the request is notarized.

Valid government issued photo ID or notarization of identity is required in order for records to be released, regardless of the method used to request the record.

In order to process the request, you will be asked to provide the following information: Your identity, case number (if known), address of occurrence, date of occurrence, parties involved and type of report.

There is a $5.00 fee for up to 10 pages and $0.25 for each additional page of each report.  If photos are requested, the photos may be copied to a CD for $10.00 or prints may be made.  The cost for prints of photos is $10.00 for up to 10 photos and $2.00 per additional photo.

Most requests can be processed within 10 days of receipt.

Online Record Request Form

In accordance with Utah State Law, accident reports can be released to:

1. A person involved in the accident, excluding witnesses;
2. A person suffering loss or injury in the accident;
3. A parent or legal guardian of a minor involved in the accident;
4. An agent of a person involved in the accident (attorney, insurer or other entity, or an individual with written permission);
5. A state, local or federal agency that uses the records for official governmental investigative or accident prevention purposes;
6. Law enforcement personnel when acting in their official capacities;
7. Licensed private investigators when acting in their official capacities.

Requests can be started online by filling out an Online Record Request Form or you can make your request in person at the Records Division, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding legal holidays. Valid government issued photo ID or notarization of identity is required in order for records to be released, regardless of the method used to request the record.  Requests received via mail will also only be considered if the signature on the request is notarized.

There is a $5.00 charge for up to 10 pages and $0.25 for each additional page of each report. If photos were taken, the photos may be copied to a CD for $10.00 or prints may be made.  The cost for prints of photos is $10.00 for up to 10 photos and $2.00 per additional photo.

Online Record Request Form

Layton Police Department provides fingerprinting services to residents of Layton, or employees of Layton businesses that require fingerprints by law, such as automobile dealerships, medical care facilities, financial institutions, etc. Residents must provide proof of residency with either government issued photo ID with name and address, or utility bill with name and address. Employees of Layton businesses must provide proof of employment with either a letter on company letterhead verifying that the person requesting fingerprints is employed by the business and must be fingerprinted for employment, or a business card with the name of the person requesting fingerprints and the business address printed on the card.

Services are generally offered Tuesdays and Thursdays between 2:00 P.M. and 4:00 P.M. and an appointment is required. Click here to make an appointment. However, days and times may be temporarily adjusted for holidays or unforeseen circumstances. The cost is $15.00 for up to three fingerprint cards and $5.00 for every card thereafter.

Individuals who need fingerprinting that do not meet these requirements can contact their local police department to see if they offer these services, or contact the Bureau of Criminal Identification. Information on the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification can be found at http://bci.utah.gov/.

Citizens should notify police dispatch immediately, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at (801) 497-8300 of any unsafe condition they become aware of that involves City property.

Refer to the City’s website www.laytoncity.org under “Departments”, “Management Services”, “Risk Management”, “File a Claim” to download a claim form, or visit the Management Services department on the lower level of the Layton City Center to obtain a claim form. You will be instructed to complete the claim form, have it notarized, and submit it through the City Recorder’s office to the Management Services department.

Click to view the secondary water map. 

Areas shaded on the map represent the following three secondary water service areas within Layton City:

• Blue = Weber Basin
• Green = Layton City (formerly Kays Creek Irrigation)
• Red = Davis and Weber Counties Canal Company

It depends on which secondary water company is in your area. First, check the secondary water service area map and determine the provider.  Then contact the appropriate company as listed below:

• Weber Basin secondary service area -- contact Layton City Public Works Shop at (801) 336-3720 or submit an online leak or problem
• Layton City (formerly Kays Creek Irrigation service area -- contact Layton City Public Works at (801) 336-3720
• Davis and Weber Counties Canal Company service area – call Davis and Weber Counties Canal Company at (801) 774-6373

Most secondary water systems have filters that need to be cleaned periodically by the home or business owner.  Check that your filter is cleaned regularly.  Also refer to the following guidance from Weber Basin’s website:

Refer to the following info from Weber Basin’s website to determine typical ownership.

Please contact the secondary water company directly to discuss connection opportunities.  Check that your location is within a secondary water service area by using the following map.

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Smart911 is a free service that allows residents to create a Safety Profile for their household that includes any information they want 9-1-1 to have in the event of an emergency. Then, when anyone in that household dials 9-1-1 from a phone associated with their Safety Profile, their profile is immediately displayed to the 9-1-1 call taker providing additional information that can be used to facilitate the proper response to the proper location. At a time when seconds count, being able to provide 9-1-1 with all details that could impact response the second an emergency call is placed could be the difference between life and death.

Smart911 is available in Layton, and hundreds of communities across the U.S. Layton is the first community in Utah to adopt the program.

Anyone can register a Safety Profile. Some people that will find Smart911 especially valuable are families with children, elderly and seniors, those who are deaf, hard of hearing, or blind, families with autistic members, those with physical or developmental disabilities, people with allergies or other medical conditions, and pet owners.

Visit http://www.smart911.com to set up a Safety Profile. The service is free to residents. The process is easy, and only takes a few minutes. Registration includes filling out a form on the website and validating each phone on the Safety Profile with a text message or phone call. Information in the Safety Profile can be updated by you at any time.

Yes. Your privacy is important to us. Your information is made available ONLY to 9-1-1 call takers and responders ONLY in the event you call 9-1-1. Smart911 utilizes the highest standards in physical and computer security technologies and conducts regular audits to ensure all information held in Smart911 is kept secure. Smart911 does not sell or share information from the Safety Profile with any other party.

All phone types including land line, cell, and VoIP can use Smart911. Calls placed from any phone associated with the Smart911 Safety Profile will display your information to the 9-1-1 call taker.

Visit http://www.smart911.com for more frequently asked questions, contact Karl Kuehn at Layton Police, 801-336-3507, or email kkuehn@laytoncity.org

Call Public Works at 336-3720 during regular business hours or Police Dispatch at 497-8300 after hours, on weekends or on holidays.

The City has established the following priorities for snow removal.

Priority 1: Primary traffic streets are usually known as arterials. Arterial streets are determined to be the high volume, minimum network which must be kept open to provide the basic transportation system serving the high volume streets, hazardous intersections, hospitals, fire stations, police stations, schools and other “safety sensitive” areas within the City.

Collector streets are the basic networks covering the major traffic streets. Included are selected critical steep grade streets, access to schools and critical commercial areas.

Priority 2: Secondary and residential routes are selected minor arterial, secondary intersections, collectors, bus routes and residential neighborhood streets deemed desirable to be maintained as time and storm duration permit.

Priority 3: Remaining city streets, accesses or unpaved roadways

Please Note:
It is not the position of the City of Layton to maintain a bare pavement policy or to provide snow and ice removal on every City Street during or after every snowstorm. Therefore, after periods in which the movement of traffic has occurred, snowplows are not as effective for totally clearing packed snow or icy roadways. Temperatures, storm duration and intensity have a profound effect on the ability of snowplows to clear streets and for salt to melt the snow and ice.

Yes, the pool will close when lightning is 8 miles away from our facility to insure the safety of the patrons.  It does not matter if the bubble is on because the bubble has large metal cables that go across the top of the bubble, which would act as conductors for the lightning making it even more dangerous to be inside the bubble.

The bubble is not protected from lightning strikes and is therefore considered an outdoor pool.

Current operating procedure is as follows; At the first signs of lightning or thunder, the pool(s) will be evacuated. If the staff sees lightning, hears thunder or the lightning detector indicates a strike closer than 8 miles; the pool(s), surrounding deck and grassy areas will be cleared. The pool(s) will remain cleared for at least 30 minutes after the last observed lightning or thunder. Patrons should leave the pool(s) and the surrounding area. Seek shelter inside the lobby and racquetball area.

At this time, we do not offer private swim lessons in our facility.  We offer a very comprehensive public swimming lesson program, which covers the needs of nearly all individuals in our community.

During the summer months (June - August), you are able to use our concession areas from 12pm to 6:45pm Monday through Sunday.

You are allowed to bring in outside food.  We do ask that you do not use class containers or bring in any alcohol please.  During the winter months, we do not allow lighted candles on cakes due to the bubble being on the pool.

We do not allow any outside tubes in our facility except the small baby tubes that have feet holes in the bottom of the tube to allow safety for toddlers.

We usually shut down for the bubble to be removed off the pool the second week of May for one week unless we have extensive maintenance to be performed on the pool area.  We also shut down for one week in the month of September (usually the second week) for the bubble to be put back over the pool.

We have three patterns of waves in our pool.  In the deep end we have cresting waves that go up and down, they graduate to a rolling wave in the middle of the pool and then in the shallow area of the pool we have small breaking waves which travel to the zero depth area of our pool.

We do not at this time have a designated party room in our facility.  We do have areas on the pool deck that have picnic tables and chairs to allow you to enjoy your birthday parties.  They are used at a first come first served basis.

Yes, Summer reservations June - August, Monday - Saturday 7-10pm. Winter reservations September - May, Saturdays 7-10pm.

During the winter if you are not swimming, you do not have to pay to come in to watch or participate in activities.  In the summer months, we do ask if you are coming in and have a swimming suit on to enjoy the sun or the facility then you would be required to pay the entrance fee.  

 

Any child coming to the facility who is five years or younger must have an adult within arm’s reach of them at all times. 

If the child is six years to eight years old they have to have an adult in the facility with them. 

If the child is nine years and older they are fine to be in the facility by themselves.

You are able to see this information through your online account on the City’s website or through the Layton City app. Paper bills are also sent each month to those who have not signed up for electronic billing.

The following link will lead to the City's website where one may register for an account. The Layton City app may be downloaded for Android or iOS. The same login information is used for each. You can also view your payment and usage history.
https://www.laytoncity.org/secure1/

Citizens can and should monitor their utility bills. This can be done by logging onto your account through the City's website or through the Layton City app. If the bill does not seem consistent for your circumstances, (i.e. either high or low for a given month) please contact Utility Billing at 801-336-3860, as soon as something unusual is noticed.

The bill is based on the number of gallons - in thousands - of water used from one meter reading to the next. Meters are read once a month on or about the same day every month for each household.

Every meter is read every month. The City does not estimate reads on water meters, unless the meter is inaccessible. If the meter can't be read we use the base amount and make any adjustments on a following bill.

If a payment is not received by the due date, there is a $5 late payment fee and late notices are then mailed. Any account with an unpaid past due balance is subject to being shut off on or after the fourth Tuesday of the month the bill was due.

Water Bill Summary Timeline

Example:
Water Usage	Sept. 10 - Oct. 10
Bill Date	Oct. 31
Bill Due	Dec. 5

Please reference the above timeline. There is a lag time between the reading of the meter and sending out the utility bills. The dates the meter was read can be reviewed by logging into your account through the City's website or the Layton City app.

The payment and the shut off notice may have crossed in the mail. To ensure there is not a problem please call our Utility Billing office at 801-336-3860.

As explained in the background information, the rate changes were enacted as a result of the Water Master Plan and Rate Study and to comply with State law. This study indicated that without a rate increase the system would not be sustainable financially or operationally.

Citizens can review the water budget on page 3 of the adopted budget document on the City's website.
https://www.laytoncity.org/pdf/Finance/Budget/Document/2020Budget.pdf

Prior to October 2018, Layton City had flat rate pricing for consumption levels beyond the base rate. In order to comply with SB-28, from the 2016 Utah State Legislative session, the City adopted the statutory requirements.

If other similarly regulated water systems are still running under a flat rate pricing structure they are not in compliance with State law.

Upon reviewing historical consumption rates it was determined the average household's indoor water use was less than 7,000 gallons per month. For those without access to secondary water, the average was less than 11,000 gallons per month.

As with all utilities, the City advises that citizens adjust their usage to help offset increasing costs.

In the eight months leading up to the summer 2019 watering season, the City sent out two rate increase notices, published a Layton Today newspaper article, implemented an app for consumers to see bills and notifications, posted several times on social media, and held several budget meetings discussing the rate increases.

Citizens are invited to contact the Utility Billing office at 801-336-3860, about water rates, bills, consumption or with other questions and concerns. The City also responds to all web feedback submitted on the City website.

https://www.laytoncity.org/LC/City/Connect

Citizens are also invited to attend City Council meetings and address the Council directly during the citizens’ comments portion of the meeting, and during pertinent public hearings.

Crime victim reparations is a federal compensation program funded by fines paid by criminal offenders. You may be eligible for this program if a police report has been filed.

Utah Code 77-38a-102(11) defines restitution as full, partial or nominal payment for pecuniary damages to a victim including the accrual of interest from the time of sentencing, insured damages, and payment for expenses to a governmental entity for extradition or transportation and as further defined by law.

Utah Code 77-38a-102(14)(a) defines a victim as any person whom the court determines has suffered pecuniary damages as a result of a defendant's criminal activities. A victim does not include any codefendant in the defendant's criminal activities.

Utah Code 77-38a-102(2) defines criminal activity as any offense of which the defendant is convicted or any other criminal conduct for which the defendant admits responsibility to the sentencing court with or without an admission of committing the criminal conduct.

Utah Code 77-38a-102(6) defines pecuniary damages as all special damages, but not general damages, which a person could recover against the defendant in a civil action arising out of the facts or events constituting the defendant's criminal activities and includes the money equivalent of property taken, destroyed, broken, or otherwise harmed, and losses including earnings and medical expenses.

Restitution must be requested through the criminal case. So, if restitution is needed for an item that was stolen, the request must be submitted through the theft case filed against the defendant.

Restitution can be requested through the prosecutor's victim advocate program. A formed called a "Victim Impact Statement" will be provided which needs to be completed, signed and returned with copies of receipts or other documents that support the claim.

If a victim advocate is not available in your area, restitution can also be requested by submitting a letter to the court that includes the court case number, the amount of restitution requested and copies of receipts or other documents that support the claim.

Utah Code 77-38a-302

Utah Code states that the things to be considered in determining restitution are:

• the cost of the damage or lost property
• the cost of the medical and related professional services and devices
• the cost of funeral and related services
• the financial resources of the defendant
• the ability of the defendant to pay
• the rehabilitative effect on the defendant of the payment of restitution
• other circumstances which the court deems relevant

If restitution is ordered to be paid to you, the defendant will pay it to the court or through a probation agency. The court or probation agency will then forward a check to you for the amount paid.

If you do not receive payments as ordered, contact the court first and they can either tell you what the delay is, how to get the matter back on the court calendar for non-payment or who the probation agency is that should be collecting the restitution.

Crime Victim Reparations is a federal compensation program funded by fines paid by criminal offenders. You may be eligible for this program if you are a victim of a crime against persons and if a police report has been filed.

For complete information on restitution, refer to Utah Code section 77-38a.

Call Public Works at 336-3720 during regular business hours or Police Dispatch at 497-8300 after hours, on weekends or on holidays.

You can start by checking your screens in your sinks to make sure they are not plugged. Then you might want to check your regulator, it should be located near your shutoff valve. If you have continued problems call Public Works at 336-3720.

The homeowner is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the entire water lateral, from the home to the connection point at the water meter.  Refer to the attached document for more information Service Lateral.  A Street Cut permit will be required to any repair that will impact the street right-of-way, which is 1-foot behind sidewalk.  If a leak is detected or maintenance of the water service lateral is needed, contact the Layton City Public Works Department at (801) 336-3720 for assistance in turning the water off to make necessary repairs.