SB 221: Protecting Short-term Rentals
This bill allows all homeowners in Utah the option to rent out a portion of their property to short-term renters so long as the property is owner-occupied.
HB 198: Exempting Family Farms from Eminent Domain
This bill protects Utahn's family farms from trivial eminent domain takings.
HB 202: Decriminalizing Local Ordinances
This bill stops the criminalization of ordinance violations that aren't harming anyone.
SB 107: Keeping the Peace Without Restricting Rights
This bill restricts government from charging individuals for onerous property violations that don't actually bother neighbors.
HB 62: Helping Ensure Just Compensation for Eminent Domain Takings
This bill aims to protect landowners affected by eminent domain by ensuring they receive just compensation.
Public Good vs. Individual Nightmare
Will the government come after your house next in the name of the "public good?"
Cedar Hills Assumes Control of All Rental Properties
In a recent letter to property owners who rent out their property, the city of Cedar Hills, Utah announced a new ordinance (Title 3-Chapter 1-Article H:Rental Dwelling Unit) that requires these individuals to seek the permission...
Planning Commissions: Proper Role of Local Government?
A recent article tells of a Woods Cross man who was seeking permission to enter into peaceful commercial transactions. He intended to sell firearms out of his home—an intent to which many of his neighbors strongly objected....
Occupy Volunteerism: A Model for Free, Charity Health Care
In recent weeks a number of tragedies have befallen people who I know. I have been witness to the incredible goodness that exists in people as friends, neighbors, and others have stepped up to support and help those who needed...
Governor Herbert’s “Outdoor Recreation Vision” Means Big Government
Utah is one of several Western states actively fighting the federal government over its unconstitutional land hoarding policies. HB148, signed by Governor Herbert after 2012’s general legislation session, gave fuel to this...