Emigration Canyon City has all of the municipal powers available to Utah municipalities under the Utah Municipal Code, including taxing powers. 

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The City has the authority to enact laws and ordinances to carry out its responsibilities such as land use and development regulations (zoning). As long as these laws are not inconsistent with the Utah Municipal Code and other state statutes. 

 

Additionally, the City is part of the Greater Salt Lake County Municipal Services District. This District provides six municipal type services to the residents of the Township. The Township is also a participating member of the Unified Police Department and the Unified Fire Authority located in Salt Lake County.