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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Brighton, UT

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals are permitted in the Town of Brighton but are restricted by neighborhood and operational rules: several neighborhoods are explicitly prohibited (Mount Haven, Laurel Pines, Cardiff Fork, Mill D, Forest Glen) while Pine Tree and Silver Fork have numerical caps (6 licenses in Pine Tree; 30 in Silver Fork) and a town-wide 15% cap in those neighborhoods. STRs require year-round culinary water and a public sewer connection (no septic), accessory dwelling units cannot be rented separately (only entire property), maximum overnight occupancy is 15 adults, minimum rental period is 2 nights (some Solitude Village condo units are exempt from certain requirements), on-site parking required (2 spaces plus one per bedroom over 2), neighbor notification to all dwellings within 300 feet required, a local Responsible Party must be available 24/7 and able to be on-site within 2 hours, inspections for building and fire code every three years, no Special Events/commercial gatherings allowed, and state sales tax registration is required.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Create an account and submit a Short-Term Rental business license application via the Municipal Services District portal (msd.utah.gov) including required documents: location, room/bed counts, floor plan, parking diagram, sales tax number, local responsible party contact, proof of insurance, and neighbor-notification proof. 2) Application is reviewed by MSD planning/licensing and external agencies (Salt Lake County Health Department, Salt Lake City Public Utilities for water/sewer verification, United Fire Authority, and an MSD plans examiner); building/fire inspections occur on a three-year cycle. 3) Receive license (licenses are annual and water-service verification must be renewed yearly); comply with caps/waitlist rules where applicable and pay any applicable fees per town fee schedule (fee amounts not specified on the STR landing page).

Official Resources

Official Brighton STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Brighton, UT?
Short-term rentals are permitted in the Town of Brighton but are restricted by neighborhood and operational rules: several neighborhoods are explicitly prohibited (Mount Haven, Laurel Pines, Cardiff Fork, Mill D, Forest Glen) while Pine Tree and Silver Fork have numerical caps (6 licenses in Pine Tree; 30 in Silver Fork) and a town-wide 15% cap in those neighborhoods. STRs require year-round culinary water and a public sewer connection (no septic), accessory dwelling units cannot be rented separately (only entire property), maximum overnight occupancy is 15 adults, minimum rental period is 2 nights (some Solitude Village condo units are exempt from certain requirements), on-site parking required (2 spaces plus one per bedroom over 2), neighbor notification to all dwellings within 300 feet required, a local Responsible Party must be available 24/7 and able to be on-site within 2 hours, inspections for building and fire code every three years, no Special Events/commercial gatherings allowed, and state sales tax registration is required.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Brighton?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Brighton. 1) Create an account and submit a Short-Term Rental business license application via the Municipal Services District portal (msd.utah.gov) including required documents: location, room/bed counts, floor plan, parking diagram, sales tax number, local responsible party contact, proof of insurance, and neighbor-notification proof. 2) Application is reviewed by MSD planning/licensing and external agencies (Salt Lake County Health Department, Salt Lake City Public Utilities for water/sewer verification, United Fire Authority, and an MSD plans examiner); building/fire inspections occur on a three-year cycle. 3) Receive license (licenses are annual and water-service verification must be renewed yearly); comply with caps/waitlist rules where applicable and pay any applicable fees per town fee schedule (fee amounts not specified on the STR landing page).
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Brighton?
1) Create an account and submit a Short-Term Rental business license application via the Municipal Services District portal (msd.utah.gov) including required documents: location, room/bed counts, floor plan, parking diagram, sales tax number, local responsible party contact, proof of insurance, and neighbor-notification proof. 2) Application is reviewed by MSD planning/licensing and external agencies (Salt Lake County Health Department, Salt Lake City Public Utilities for water/sewer verification, United Fire Authority, and an MSD plans examiner); building/fire inspections occur on a three-year cycle. 3) Receive license (licenses are annual and water-service verification must be renewed yearly); comply with caps/waitlist rules where applicable and pay any applicable fees per town fee schedule (fee amounts not specified on the STR landing page).
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Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction