Utah § 56-1-8 - Use of local streets.
Full text of Utah Utah Code § 56-1-8 — Use of local streets., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 56-1-8. Use of local streets.
No railroad shall use any road, street, alley or highway within any county, city or town except with the consent of the authorities of such county, city or town as provided by law; provided, that this section shall not be construed to prevent railroads from crossing at right angles, or as nearly as may be, any street, alley or highway across which its located line may pass.
No Change Since 1953
Source: official Utah text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Utah § 56-1-8
What does Utah Code § 56-1-8 cover?
Section 56-1-8 ("Use of local streets.") is part of the Utah Code, the codified statutory law of Utah. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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