Kaysville has a Historic Preservation Commission and a documentation process for historic sites facing demolition or major alteration. We repair, restore and build masonry across the city.
Kaysville's Historic Preservation Commission says a historic site facing demolition or extensive alteration should be documented first. The city may delay a demolition permit for up to 30 days to allow that documentation, including exterior photographs (Historic Preservation Commission).
It is not a blanket ban on changes, but it is worth knowing before tearing out original masonry.
Wind exposure
Kaysville sits between Farmington and Layton, in the part of Davis County where the National Weather Service has documented severe downslope windstorms, including a 99 mph gust in Farmington in 2020 (NWS). Tall, exposed masonry like chimneys is worth checking after a major event.
Permits and inspections
Building applications and inspection scheduling go through the city's Building Permits page. We did not find a published retaining wall threshold for Kaysville, so confirm with the city before planning a wall.