Customer Traffic Restrictions: Arvada vs Lakewood
How do customer traffic restrictions rules compare between Arvada, CO and Lakewood, CO?
Arvada and Lakewood have similar restriction levels.
Arvada, CO
Jefferson County
Arvada limits customer visits to home businesses. Traffic must not exceed residential norms. Retail walk-ins prohibited.
View full Arvada rules →Lakewood, CO
Jefferson County
Lakewood Municipal Code Title 17 (Zoning) permits home occupations with no more than one customer/client visit at a time and no more than four customer visits per day; signage, parking, and employee limits also apply.
View full Lakewood rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Arvada | Lakewood |
|---|---|---|
| Clients | Limited (1 to 2 at a time) | - |
| Retail | Walk-in prohibited | - |
| Deliveries | Normal residential only | - |
| HOA | May prohibit all | - |
| Code | - | LMC Title 17.7.3 |
| Customers at Once | - | 1 maximum |
| Daily Visits | - | 4 maximum |
| Non-Resident Employees | - | 1 maximum |
| Floor Area Limit | - | 25% of dwelling |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Arvada FAQ
Can clients visit?
Some cities allow limited visits. Others prohibit them. Check Arvada home occupation permit.
Can I sell products from home?
Walk-in retail prohibited. Online sales with shipping generally allowed.
Lakewood FAQ
Can I run a hair salon out of my Lakewood home?
Yes, as a home occupation — but only one client at a time, maximum four clients per day, one non-resident employee, and salon can occupy no more than 25% of your dwelling per LMC §17.7.3. Cosmetology license from CO DORA also required.
Do I need a permit to run a home business in Lakewood?
Yes. A Home Occupation Permit is required from Lakewood Planning Division plus a city sales tax license if you sell taxable items. Application is administrative and does not require a public hearing.
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