Business Licenses & Permitting

Notice: Salt Lake County no longer provides Public Works Engineering Services or Business Licenses. Visit the MSD website for assistance. More Information

Overview

Understand the requirements for your organization based on your business activities, location, and regulations within Salt Lake County

Contact Municipal Services Business Licensing and Permitting

Phone Number (385) 910-5600

Municipal Services District

Contact Flood Control

Phone Number (385) 468-6600

Email Flood Control

Contact Health Department

Phone Number (385) 468-4100

Services

Regulated Businesses

Health Department

Permitting and information for businesses regulated by the County Health Department

Vehicle Emissions Stations

Health Department

Information and permitting for technicians and stations

Municipal Services Business Licensing & Permitting

Information on Municipal Services permitting and business licensing

Flood Control

Permitting and information for Flood Control facilities regulated by Flood Control.

Resources

Permit Payments

Contact Municipal Services Business Licensing and Permitting

Phone Number (385) 910-5600

Municipal Services District

Contact Flood Control

Phone Number (385) 468-6600

Email Flood Control

Contact Health Department

Phone Number (385) 468-4100

Regulated Businesses

The health department regulates certain types of businesses in Salt Lake County whose operations can affect the public's health and safety.

Body Art

Health Department

Facilities that offer tattoo, body piercing, and permanent makeup.

Cosmetology

Health Department

Hair salons, barbershops, esthetician spas, and nail salons

Lodging

Health Department

Hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, and inns.

Massage Facilities

Health Department

Licensure and regulation of the physical space and business establishments

Tanning Facilities

Health Department

Regulation of tanning salons, including youth tanning limitations and parental consent laws

Services by Sector

Salt Lake County offers a variety of programs in addition to permitting and inspections to keep employees and the public healthy, informed, and safe

Food Service & Dining

Health Department

County Health Department food service reports, scores, and rankings

Hazardous Waste Disposal

Health Department

Information for disposal of hazardous waste for businesses in Salt Lake County.

Public Swimming Pools

Health Department

Information on permitting, construction, and operation of pools or spas

Tobacco Retailers

Health Department

Permits, training, laws, and information for tobacco retailers

Vehicle Emissions Stations

Health Department

Information and permitting for technicians and stations

Waste Hauling, Processing, and Recycling

Health Department

Transport, processing, and disposal of different types of waste in Salt Lake County

Permit Services

Get information and applications for necessary permits relating to various events and businesses in Salt Lake County

Permit Services

Health Department

Get information and applications for necessary permits relating to various events and businesses in Salt Lake County

Event Permitting

Health Department

Special event permits for mass gatherings, noise, and fireworks

Noise Permits

Health Department

Information on temporary noise permits for Salt Lake County locations.

Permit Payments

Health Department

Online payment portal for permits through the Salt Lake County Health Department

Temporary Food Event Permits

Health Department

Permit types and requirements for food at gatherings and events

Roadway Event Permits

Public Works

Permits and guidelines for events, filming, etc. that may block roadways

Health Regulations for Business

Salt Lake County is dedicated to keeping residents and visitors safe and healthy. Find out more or download information about current or proposed health regulations.

Learn More

Mass Gathering

If you’re planning an event in Salt Lake County (on either public or private property), you may need to meet certain health guidelines or apply for a health department permit.

Learn More About Mass Gathering

Meet Your Elected Officials

Mayor

Jenny Wilson

Wilson became Mayor in 2019 after serving ten years on the Salt Lake County Council. As the county grows and thrives, she is focused on the changing needs of citizens, businesses and the community.