Landscaping Rules in Adams County, CO (2026)
2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Adams County, Colorado.
Verified from official government sources
Weed Ordinances
Unincorporated Adams County caps weeds and uncultivated plant growth at 6 inches under Section 302.4 of its Property Maintenance Code, adopted through Ordinance No. 12. Noxious weeds are banned outright regardless of height, and the limit exempts cultivated flowers and gardens along with trees and shrubs.
Adams County Weed Height Limit: 6 Inches
Some RestrictionsAdams County Property Maintenance Code § 302.4 (Ord. No. 12)
302.4 Weeds. Premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth in excess of 6 inches. Noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all grasses, annual plants and vegetation, other than trees or shrubs provided; however, this term shall not include cultivated flowers and gardens.
Water Restrictions
There is no single county watering rule; limits are set by your water provider. In the South Adams County Water and Sanitation District (Commerce City and vicinity), irrigation is barred between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., with assigned days based on your address. Denver Water customers face separate drought-stage rules.
Outdoor Watering Restrictions in Adams County
Some RestrictionsSouth Adams County Water & Sanitation District — Irrigation Rules
Irrigation shall not occur between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Watering days based on even/odd last number of street address.
Landscaping Rules by City in Adams County
2 cities in Adams County have their own landscaping rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
All Adams County ordinances
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