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6.16.110 - Requirements for hives.

Part of the Code of Ordinances of South Salt Lake, UT.

Local law · Updated May 27, 2026 · 1,732 sections

The text

A.

Honeybee colonies shall be kept in hives with removable frames which shall be kept in sound and usable conditions.

B.

Hives shall be placed at least five feet from any property line and six inches above the ground, as measured from the ground to the lowest portion of the hive with clear space underneath; provided, however, that the five-foot requirement may be waived in writing by the adjoining property owner.

C.

Hives shall be operated and maintained as provided in the Utah Bee Inspection Act.

D.

Each hive shall be conspicuously marked with the owner's name, address, telephone number, and state registration number.

(Ord. No. 2015-04, 4-22-2015)