Colorado has no statewide breed ban preemption. Some cities had pit bull bans (Denver repealed 2020, Aurora repealed 2021). Check Arvada ordinance.
Colorado does not preempt breed-specific legislation at the state level. Cities can enact breed bans or restrictions. Denver had a pit bull ban from 1989 to 2020 (repealed by voter initiative). Aurora repealed its pit bull ban in 2021. The trend in Colorado is toward repeal, but some cities may still have breed restrictions. CRS §18-9-204.5 provides for behavior-based dangerous dog designations. HOAs may have breed restrictions in CC&Rs.
Breed ban violations: impoundment and fines per city ordinance. Dangerous dog violations: escalating penalties.
Arvada, CO
Arvada prohibits storing abandoned, inoperable, or unregistered vehicles on public streets or visible on private property. Vehicles may be tagged and towed a...
Arvada, CO
Arvada regulates electric vehicle charging infrastructure for residential and commercial properties. Building codes may require EV-ready parking in new const...
Arvada, CO
Arvada regulates overnight parking on public streets. Many areas restrict parking between certain hours or require permits for overnight street parking.
Arvada, CO
Arvada requires pool barriers meeting safety codes to prevent drowning. Fences must be at least 4 to 5 feet tall with self-closing, self-latching gates.
Arvada, CO
Arvada requires permits for retaining walls above a certain height, typically 4 feet. Engineering review may be required for taller walls.
Arvada, CO
Arvada follows the International Residential Code (IRC) Section R314 for smoke alarms and R315 for carbon monoxide alarms, with a 2024 IRC adoption taking ef...
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