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City of Arvada Code
Enforcement
The City of Arvada's goal is to
ensure the community is preserved for a lifetime. To achieve this
goal, they work to ensure commercial and residential areas are
maintained. Code Enforcement officers respond to reports submitted
by community members. Code enforcement can be a complicated process
and can vary based on many factors. Please keep in mind that the
issue you are reporting may not be resolved as quickly as you would
prefer. Due process must be followed.
Report a Code Concern
There are several ways that you may register a concern. If you have
a question about city ordinances, please explore Common Code
Questions.
Online -
Ask Arvada is our online question
database that will let you register a complaint online. This is the
most efficient way to enter a complaint.
Phone - 720-898-7465.
In person or by mail - 8101 Ralston Road, Arvada, CO 80002
Common Code Enforcement
Questions
Report a Code Violation
Common Code Questions
Below is a short description of the code in easy-to-read-language;
it is not intended to be a substitute for the actual Adopted Code.
To read the
Adopted Code of the City of Arvada, please visit Municode (Tip:
After launching Municode, try the search box at the top of the tool.
Entering a term - such as "parking" - will help you explore every
ordinance addressing a topic).
Vehicles
All vehicles and trailers on public or private property must be
operable and currently registered or stored out of public sight like
an enclosed garage. All vehicles and trailers must be parked on an
approved surface (concrete, asphalt, or rock).
Recreational vehicles, including trailers, can only be parked on the
street for 72 hours in any given 7 day period. Recreational vehicles
cannot be used for overnight accommodations (on private or public
property).
Oversized vehicles are not allowed on city streets. The City
considers oversized vehicles to be anything longer than 25 feet in
length or wider than 8 feet, a truck tractor or semi-trailer
regardless of size (does not include RVs).
Signs
Signs cannot be posted on any city right-of-way. This includes
street signs, utility poles, and medians. Additionally, Realty signs
are limited solely to the property that is “For Sale” or “For Rent.”
Other sign restrictions may apply. Please contact Planning at
720-898-7435 for sign permits information.
Weeds
Weeds and non-decorative grasses over 12” high are prohibited.
Noxious weeds are prohibited. It is the owner/occupant’s
responsibility to maintain the property out to the traveled portion
of the roadway (including sidewalks, curbs and gutters).
Snow Removal
All ice, slush, and snow must be removed from sidewalks adjoining a
property within 24 hours after the snow stops falling. It is the
owner/occupant’s responsibility to maintain the property out to the
traveled portion of the roadway (including sidewalks, curbs and
gutters).
Family, definition of
No more than five (5) unrelated people may live in a single
household. This is enforced at the discretion of the Code Officer.
Rubbish/Trash
All property must be free from accumulation of rubbish or garbage.
This includes, but is not limited to trash, tree branches, yard
trimmings, metals, lumber, vehicle parts, appliances, etc. All trash
must be removed from the property regularly so it won’t become a
nuisance. Trash containers must be stored behind the front face of
the house, with the exception of your scheduled trash pickup day.
Fences
ALL new fences or replacement fences require a permit. Please
contact Planning at 720-898-7435 regarding permit requirements.
Parking and Parking Surfaces
Off street parking spaces and driveways must be made of asphalt or
concrete. Additional parking surfaces may include rock as long as
the area is clearly delineated and is kept free of weeds and visible
dirt.
Trees and Shrubs
Bushes/shrubbery growing over the sidewalks must be cut back to be
even with the edge of the sidewalk. Tree branches hanging over the
sidewalk must also be cut back to 10’ above the sidewalk and 14’
above the street. Plant growth cannot obstruct city signs or warning
lights.
https://arvada.org/residents/city-neighborhoods/common-code-questions
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