Utah licensing division issues 49 citations in residential construction sweep
The Division of Professional Licensing checked 326 job sites statewide Oct. 13-23 and issued citations carrying more than $91,000 in potential fines.
The sweep
Utah's Division of Professional Licensing issued 49 administrative citations carrying more than $91,000 in potential fines during a nationwide enforcement sweep aimed at residential construction violations, the Utah Department of Commerce said Wednesday. [1]
Division investigators made 326 site checks across the state between Oct. 13 and 23. The sweep was run with the National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies as part of an annual multi-agency operation that targets unlicensed contractors and aims to protect homeowners and promote fair competition. [1]
What homeowners can check
The division urged homeowners to use its online license verification search before hiring a contractor, along with its Home Improvement Success Guide and a Residential Construction Agreement template. [1][2]
"A reliable marketplace requires active accountability," said Adam Watson, assistant director of the division. "By actively enforcing our licensing laws, we send a clear message: Utah protects consumer investments and defends responsible, licensed contractors." [1]
People with concerns about licensing practices can contact the division or file a complaint at dopl.utah.gov. The division is one of 11 divisions and offices in the Department of Commerce. [1]
Sources
- Utah Department of Commerce: Utah Issues Over $91k in Fines During Nationwide Construction Crackdown, Nov. 4, 2026 commerce.utah.gov
- Utah Division of Professional Licensing: contractor resources for homeowners dopl.utah.gov
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