1. (1) A conversion from one form of entity to another form with "Articles of Conversion" filed with and approved by the Utah Division of Corporations and Commercial Code does not require a new contractor application.

2. (2) Except as provided in Subsection (1), a reorganization of the business entity under which a licensed contractor is licensed shall require application for a new license under the new form of organization or business structure. The creation of a new legal entity constitutes a reorganization, and includes:

   1. (a) a change to a new entity under the same form of business entity; or
   2. (b) a change of the form of business entity between proprietorship, partnership, whether limited or general, joint venture, corporation, or any other business form.

3. (3) A business entity applying for licensure by endorsement under Section 58-1-302 shall demonstrate that:

   1. (a) at least 50% of the business entity's ownership proposed for the Utah license is the same as the license held in the jurisdiction used for endorsement; and
   2. (b) no more than 50% of the business entity's ownership has changed in the 12 months preceding the date of application.

KEY: contractors, occupational licensing, licensing

Date of Last Change: March 30, 2026

Notice of Continuation: June 9, 2026

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 58-1-106(1)(a); 58-1-202(1)(a); 58-55-101; 58-55-308(1)(a); 58-55-102(39)(a)