Weeds & Overgrown Grass: Arvada vs Lakewood
How do weeds & overgrown grass rules compare between Arvada, CO and Lakewood, CO?
Arvada and Lakewood have similar restriction levels.
Arvada, CO
Jefferson County
Every public and private landowner in unincorporated Jefferson County has a legal duty to manage noxious weeds under the Colorado Noxious Weed Act (CRS 35-5.5). List A weeds must be eradicated countywide; List B are eradicated, contained or suppressed depending on location.
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Jefferson County
Every public and private landowner in unincorporated Jefferson County has a legal duty to manage noxious weeds under the Colorado Noxious Weed Act (CRS 35-5.5). List A weeds must be eradicated countywide; List B are eradicated, contained or suppressed depending on location.
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| Fact | Arvada | Lakewood |
|---|---|---|
| Governing law | Colorado Noxious Weed Act CRS 35-5.5 | Colorado Noxious Weed Act CRS 35-5.5 |
| List A | Eradicate countywide | Eradicate countywide |
| List B | Eradicate, contain or suppress | Eradicate, contain or suppress |
| Complaint threshold | Properties 1 acre or more | Properties 1 acre or more |
| Enforcement cites | CRS 35-5.5-108.5 & 109 | CRS 35-5.5-108.5 & 109 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Arvada FAQ
Is there a maximum grass height in unincorporated Jeffco?
There's no fixed inch limit countywide; the duty is to control noxious weeds. Tall dry grass is handled as a fire-fuel and nuisance concern.
What happens if I ignore a weed complaint?
Jeffco Invasive Species may open enforcement under CRS 35-5.5-108.5 and 109 and can arrange abatement, recovering costs from the owner.
Lakewood FAQ
Is there a maximum grass height in unincorporated Jeffco?
There's no fixed inch limit countywide; the duty is to control noxious weeds. Tall dry grass is handled as a fire-fuel and nuisance concern.
What happens if I ignore a weed complaint?
Jeffco Invasive Species may open enforcement under CRS 35-5.5-108.5 and 109 and can arrange abatement, recovering costs from the owner.
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