Basement Ceiling Height Requirements in Utah

Ceiling height determines what you can do with your basement.

Code Requirements

Habitable spaces: 7 foot minimum. Bathrooms: 6 foot 8 inches.

Excavation Costs

$20-$50/sqft to lower a floor. Older homes often have 6'10"-7'2" ceilings.

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