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Salt Lake County Government

Government offices and programs for Salt Lake County. The offices include building inspector, district attorney, county recorder, zoning/zoning violations, business registration/licensing, county auditor, disaster preparedness, criminal expungement assistance, land records (via the recorders office), marriage licenses, crime victim support (via the district attorney's office), and the county mayor's office.
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NCA, NCN, NFC, NFT, NFW, NGS, NGT, NIS, NMM, NMR, NPE, NXB, NXD, NXH, NXN
Criminal Record Expungement Assistance
Description:

The Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice Initiatives offers an online Expungement Self Screening Tool to assist individuals seeking to expunge criminal records in Salt Lake County. Expunging a criminal record means that the court orders the history of the case sealed. This includes records of the arrest, investigation, detention, and conviction, including a verdict or finding of guilty after trial or a guilty plea.

Eligibility:
Visit the website to determine eligibility.
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call or visit the website for detailed program information.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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expunge@slco.org slco.org/cji/expungement-project/expungement-clinic/
Business Registration/Licensing
Description:

Works together with commercial and home-based business owners to develop a strong and sustainable community as well as with new and existing business owners to ensure business licenses are issued in a timely manner. Services provided include business license ordinances, business license analysis, service delivery strategies, short term work programs, and day-to-day business license management.

Eligibility:
To be eligible for a business license, individuals must first: register the business name and entity type; obtain a Sales & Use Tax License; obtain an Employee Income Tax Withholding Number; obtain an Unemployment Insurance Employer Identification Number; register with Utah Dept. of Environmental Quality; verify working status of employees; check zoning requirements; obtain a business license.
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 4:30 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call, walk in, or visit the website to create public portal account.
Fees:
Vary
Service Contact Information:

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https://www.msd.utah.gov/206/Business-Licensing-Inspections
County Auditor Offices
Description:

Provides independent and objective assessments designed to add value and improve the County's operations. Based on the assessments makes recommendations or suggestions to improve the protection of county assets, compliance with county policies, strength of internal controls, and efficiency and effectiveness of the operation of county programs.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call or visit the website for more information.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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auditor@slco.org slco.org/auditor/audit-services-division/
Disaster Preparedness Information
Description:

Collaborates and supports Salt Lake County regional resilience and disaster recovery programs. Also leads personal and organizational emergency preparedness for the Salt Lake County Government.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call or walk in.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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emergencyserv@slco.org slco.org/emergency-services/
Land Records
Description:

Maintains property maps and property owner records for Salt Lake County along with legal descriptions of properties for public reference.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Visit the website, call, or walk in.
Fees:
Vary
Service Contact Information:

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recorderq@slco.org slco.org/recorder/
County Government Departments/Offices
Description:

Government offices for Salt Lake County.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call, visit the website, or email for more information.
Fees:
Vary depending on the service.
Service Contact Information:

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Zoning Violations Reporting
Description:

Accepts zoning violation reports in Salt Lake County such as parking requirements, parking stalls, tree guidelines, street width, etc.

Eligibility:
Salt Lake county residents
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call, walk in, or email to report a violation.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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acgonzalez@msd.utah.gov https://msd.utah.gov/205/Building-Services
County Recorder Offices
Description:

Maintains records of the actions and transactions that local, state, regional, and national governments require. The office is the custodian of important public records for many different transactions. Examples of transactions include real estate, liens, mining, and subdivision plots. Another duty of the office is to protect people's property and provide them with helpful information.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call, email, or visit the website for more information.
Fees:
Vary
Service Contact Information:

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recorderq@slco.org https://slco.org/recorder/
Building Inspection
Description:

Provides building inspection services including electrical, plumbing, and mechanical. for Salt Lake County.

Eligibility:
Individuals and/or organizations who have obtained a building permit number.
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
To schedule a building inspection for the following day, call before 3 pm the day before.
Fees:
Vary
Service Contact Information:

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https://msd.utah.gov/246/Building-Inspections
District Attorney
Description:

Responsible for a wide variety of legal work, including prosecution of all felony criminal matters in Salt Lake County, as well as handling civil governmental legal work and government litigation.

Eligibility:
Salt Lake County residents
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call, email, or visit the website.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:
35 E 500 S

Salt Lake City

UT

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districtattorney@slco.org slco.org/district-attorney/
Marriage Licenses
Description:

Issues marriage licenses to Salt Lake County residents. Licenses may be used immediately and must be used within 32 days after purchase. Refunds and extensions are not granted. Marriage licenses purchased in Salt Lake County may be used in any county within the State of Utah.

Eligibility:
Both parties must be present.
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Marriage licenses are scheduled by appointment only. Call the Clerk's office or schedule an appointment on the website. Next, complete the application on the website.
Fees:
$50. The fee includes two certified copies.
Service Contact Information:

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mpclerk@slco.org https://slco.org/clerk/marriages/schedule-a-marriage-license/
Crime Victim Support
Description:

Provides social workers who advocate for victims of violent crime and help them understand the court process, accompany the victims to court proceedings, assess their needs, and assist them in obtaining additional support services.

Eligibility:
Victims of violent crimes in Salt Lake County
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call or visit the website for more information.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:
35 E 500 S

Salt Lake City

UT

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Mayors Offices
Description:

The mayor's office for Salt Lake County.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call, email, or visit the website for more information.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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https://slco.org/mayor/