Utah § 72-2-201 - Definitions.

Full text of Utah Utah Code § 72-2-201 — Definitions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 72-2-201. Definitions.

Effective 5/6/2026
72-2-201.  Definitions.
     As used in this part:
(1)"Fund" means the State Infrastructure Bank Fund created under Section 72-2-202.
(2)"Infrastructure assistance" means any use of fund money, except an infrastructure loan, to provide financial assistance for transportation projects or publicly owned infrastructure projects, including:
(a)capital reserves and other security for bond or debt instrument financing; or
(b)any letters of credit, lines of credit, bond insurance, or loan guarantees obtained by a public entity to finance transportation projects.
(3)"Infrastructure loan" means a loan of fund money to finance a transportation project or publicly owned infrastructure project.
(4)"Public entity" means a state agency, county, municipality, special district, special service district, an intergovernmental entity organized under state law, an independent entity as defined in Section 63E-1-102, or the military installation development authority created in Section 63H-1-201.
(5)"Publicly owned infrastructure project" means a project to improve sewer or water infrastructure that is owned by a public entity.
(6)"Transportation project":
(a)means a project:
(i)to improve a state or local highway;
(ii)to improve a public transportation facility or nonmotorized transportation facility;
(iii)to construct or improve parking facilities;
(iv)that is subject to a transportation reinvestment zone agreement in accordance with Section 63N-23-901 if the state is party to the agreement; or
(v)that is part of a housing and transit reinvestment zone created in accordance with Title 63N, Chapter 23, Part 2, Housing and Transit Reinvestment Zone;
(b)includes the costs of acquisition, construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, equipping, and fixturing; and
(c)may only include a project if the project is part of:
(i)the statewide long range plan;
(ii)a regional transportation plan of the area metropolitan planning organization if a metropolitan planning organization exists for the area; or
(iii)a local government general plan or economic development initiative.


Amended by Chapter 94, 2026 General Session

Related Utah Legal Topics

Frequently Asked Questions About Utah § 72-2-201

What does Utah Code § 72-2-201 cover?

Section 72-2-201 ("Definitions.") 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.

How do I cite Utah § 72-2-201?

A common citation format is "Utah Code § 72-2-201" (Utah). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Utah law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Utah official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Utah attorney.

How does Utah § 72-2-201 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Utah can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Utah.