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Utah water rights are separate from land ownership. When purchasing property with water rights in Utah, what must a buyer verify?

Correct Answer

B) That the water rights are properly documented with the Utah Division of Water Rights and will be conveyed with the property

In Utah, water rights are real property that can be bought, sold, and transferred separately from land. Buyers should verify that water rights are documented with the Utah Division of Water Rights, confirm the type and quantity of water right, and ensure the rights will be conveyed in the transaction. Unperfected or abandoned water rights may have no value.

Answer Options
A
That the water rights are listed on the MLS
B
That the water rights are properly documented with the Utah Division of Water Rights and will be conveyed with the property
C
That the seller has received rain within the past year
D
That the HOA controls water distribution

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Key Terms:

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