Section R58-20-5 - Elk Ranch Requirements(1) An elk ranch may not allow cervids other than domesticated elk to enter and reside on the elk ranch.(2) The elk ranch shall construct perimeter fences and gates to prevent the movement of cervids, both captive and wild, into or out of the facility and shall meet the minimum standards defined in Section 4-39-201.(3) The elk ranch shall contain sufficient trees, rocks, hills, and natural habitat to provide cover for the animals.(4) Elk ranches shall be 600 to 5,000 contiguous acres.(5) With written approval from the Domesticated Elk Advisory Council, an elk ranch may:(a) be smaller than 600 fenced contiguous acres; or(b) be larger than 5,000 acres.(6) The elk ranch owner shall:(a) provide ample signage around the facility indicating that it is a domesticated elk facility and notifying the public that the animals are not wild elk;(b) meet each requirement in Section 4-39-401 concerning the escape of domesticated elk;(c) remove any wild big game animals before enclosing the elk ranch; and(d) notify the department and Division of Wildlife Resources within 48 hours if wild big game animals are found within the elk ranch. The parties involved may design a cooperative removal program to remove the animals.(6) Elk ranches shall allow access to the facility and records for an inspection in accordance with Section 4-39-207, Inspection of Facilities.Utah Admin. Code R58-20-5
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2016-20, effective 9/19/2016Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2019-16, effective 7/22/2019Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2023-13, effective 6/13/2023Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2024-17, effective 8/23/2024