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Englewood Title 5, Chapter 31 requires every short-term rental applicant to provide a declarations page of insurance with a minimum of $1 million in personal liability coverage. The certificate of insurance is a mandatory part of the STR license application and must be maintained for the life of the license. Operating without compliant coverage triggers fines starting at $500.
Englewood Title 5, Chapter 31 short-term rentals are capped at two persons per bedroom plus two additional persons, with an absolute maximum of eight persons regardless of bedroom count. The STR cannot be subject to more than two simultaneous rental contracts at any time. Operators must be the primary resident (185 days/year) in residential zones.
Englewood requires STR operators to provide a parking plan showing a minimum of 1 permanent parking space per bedroom for rent. No more than 2 of the required spaces may be on-street public parking. This is among the more detailed STR parking requirements in the Denver metro.
Englewood treats carports as accessory structures regulated under Title 16 of the Unified Development Code. The combined maximum size for all garages and carports on a property is 1,000 square feet, and a building permit is required. Each property is allowed two minor accessory structures, none of which may be used for living quarters. Site Plan review under EMC 16-2-9 applies.
Englewood must comply with Colorado HB 24-1152 (effective June 30, 2025) as a subject jurisdiction in the Denver metro. The state law requires allowing ADUs of 500-750 sq ft with administrative approval. Either a primary home or ADU may serve as a short-term rental. The city's UDC governs accessory structure standards.
Garage conversions for ADU creation are permitted under Colorado HB 24-1152. Conversions require building permits and must meet residential code standards. The state recommends not requiring replacement parking for garage-to-ADU conversions. Minimum 7'6" ceiling height applies.
Englewood regulates accessory structures through the Unified Development Code. A Site Plan review and permit may be required for garages, carports, storage sheds, and decks per EMC 16-2-9. Small structures may be exempt from building permits but must meet zoning standards.
Arapahoe County treats foundation-built tiny homes under 400 sq ft as dwellings governed by 2018 IRC Appendix Q. Tiny homes on wheels are classified as RVs under CRS 42-1-102(61) and generally cannot serve as permanent dwellings in residential zones.
Englewood requires building permits for pool construction reviewed under the 2021 International codes (IBC, IRC, ISPSC). Multiple inspections including electrical bonding, barrier fencing, and drain safety are required. Property owners bear premises liability for pool safety.
Above-ground pools in Englewood are subject to the same barrier and safety requirements as in-ground pools under the 2021 ISPSC. Pool walls may count as part of the 60-inch barrier. Ladders must be secured when not in use.
Englewood follows the 2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (effective for permits after July 31, 2023). Pool barriers must meet Colorado IRC standards: 60-inch minimum height, self-closing/latching gates, 4-inch max picket spacing. UDC §16-6-6 references pool-specific fence requirements.
Arapahoe County Building Division requires permits for all in-ground and above-ground pools deeper than 24 inches. Plan review covers the 2021 IRC, IBC, ISPSC barrier requirements, electrical GFCI, and drainage. Altitude and freeze-depth considerations affect Colorado pool construction.
Arapahoe County Building Division requires an electrical permit for hot tub 240V installation. Hot tubs over 24 inches deep require a barrier per 2018 IRC Appendix G unless covered by an ASTM F1346 locking safety cover. Setbacks from property lines apply.
Englewood may allow backyard chickens with limits. Roosters typically banned in residential areas. Livestock requires agricultural zoning or minimum lot size.
All dogs and cats in Englewood must be on a leash held by a person able to control the animal when off the owner's property. Off-leash areas exist at Duncan Park, Jason Park, and the Northwest Greenbelt (6-11 AM and 6-11 PM). Owners must immediately clean up pet waste.
Englewood limits residents to 4 dogs/cats total (max 3 of either). Exotic pet ownership is governed by Colorado state law (CPW regulations). Native wildlife cannot be kept as pets. Some exotics like ball pythons and bearded dragons are legal. Venomous snakes are prohibited statewide.
Englewood does not have breed-specific legislation. No dog breeds are banned. Colorado SB 04-079 limits breed-specific restrictions for insurance purposes. The city focuses on individual behavior and owner responsibility.
Englewood allows domestic poultry under its animal code and beekeeping appears to be permitted under Chapter 7 regulations. Bees and hives must not create nuisance conditions (odor, uncleanliness, sound). Colorado's Bee and Bee Products Act provides the state framework.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife regulations prohibit intentional feeding of big game (deer, elk, pronghorn, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, bears). Arapahoe County follows CPW rules. Bird feeders are regulated in bear-active areas and unsecured trash can constitute illegal feeding.
Colorado criminalizes animal hoarding under the cruelty statute when conditions cause suffering. The law applies uniformly statewide regardless of municipal animal limits.
Englewood requires fences to be on the owner's property. Colorado has no shared-cost fence statute. The finished side should face neighboring property. Fences within easements are permitted but the city is not liable for damage during easement access.
Englewood regulates fences under Unified Development Code Section 16-6-6. Height limits vary by zone district and are specified in tables within the code. Electrically charged fences are prohibited in all zones. Fences must be at least 1 foot behind any public sidewalk.
Englewood requires a permit and Site Improvement Plan review for new fences and replacement fences changing height, materials, or location. Repairs replacing less than 25 feet of fencing or individual components do not need a permit.
Arapahoe County requires permitted pool barriers per 2018 IRC Appendix G and ISPSC. Minimum barrier height 48 inches, self-closing/self-latching gates opening outward, latch height 54 inches, and max 4-inch opening through any pattern. Applies to all pools over 24 inches deep.
Arapahoe County Building Division requires a permit for retaining walls over 4 feet measured from the bottom of footing to top of wall, or for any wall supporting a surcharge. Engineered plans stamped by a Colorado-licensed PE are required for walls over 4 feet.
Arapahoe County Land Development Code §5-2 regulates fence materials by zoning district. Wood, vinyl, wrought iron, chain-link, and tubular steel are generally permitted. Barbed wire is restricted to agricultural and industrial zones. HOAs in Centennial, Aurora master-planned communities, and Cherry Hills Village commonly impose stricter material standards.
Englewood's noise ordinance limits residential noise to 55 dB during the day and 50 dB from 10 PM to 7 AM. Quiet hours run from 10 PM to 7 AM with the lower decibel limit. Code Compliance enforces violations through education and progressive enforcement.
Englewood prohibits dogs from continuously barking, howling, whining, or otherwise disturbing neighbors' peaceful enjoyment of their properties. Dog owners are responsible for ensuring their pet's barking does not create a serious annoyance to the neighborhood.
Englewood regulates construction noise through special limits in the noise ordinance. Under Colorado state law, construction activity is subject to industrial noise limits for the duration of the applicable construction permit. After-hours construction creating excessive noise may be cited.
Arapahoe County regulates amplified music through the general noise ordinance and C.R.S. §18-9-106 disturbing the peace. Sound amplification permits are required for public events. Residential amplified music must not exceed property-line dB limits. Outdoor venues in unincorporated areas require special use permits.
Arapahoe County has no leaf blower-specific ordinance. Operation must comply with general noise limits under C.R.S. §25-12-103 and county noise rules. Gas-powered blowers remain legal throughout unincorporated Arapahoe County. Cities within the county (Aurora, Centennial, Littleton) follow their own municipal noise codes but none ban gas blowers outright.
Aircraft noise in Colorado is governed almost entirely by federal aviation law, and state and local governments cannot directly regulate flight operations, though airport proprietors have limited authority.
Colorado fixes industrial noise ceilings at 80 decibels daytime and 75 decibels nighttime statewide under the Noise Abatement Act, with stricter local rules permitted but state minimums universal.
Open burning without a Fire Marshal permit is prohibited under Stage 1 restrictions in Englewood. Gas grills, propane fire pits, and indoor fireplaces remain permitted. Burning trash, debris, and yard waste is never allowed. Violations carry fines up to $1,000.
It is illegal to possess, store, sell, use, or shoot fireworks within the City of Englewood. This is a complete ban with no exceptions for permissible fireworks. All fireworks are also prohibited in parks and open spaces. Violation fines up to $1,000.
Propane and natural gas fire pits that do not produce sparks or embers are permitted in Englewood even during Stage 1 burn restrictions. Wood-burning fire pits are restricted during burn bans. All fire pits are prohibited during Stage 2 bans except gas/propane models.
Arapahoe County requires property owners to maintain defensible space in designated Wildland-Urban Interface zones, especially southern county areas near Cherry Creek State Park and foothills. The Marshall Fire (Dec 2021) prompted stricter Front Range enforcement. Colorado has no statewide defensible space mandate.
Arapahoe County's western foothills and Cherry Creek drainage are in designated Wildland-Urban Interface zones. Defensible space (100-foot reduced-fuel zone) is required per local fire protection districts. IBHS/NFPA standards apply for new construction in high-risk areas.
Colorado adopts NFPA 58 Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code by reference under CRS 8-20-232, applying uniform propane storage, container, and installation rules to all jurisdictions statewide.
Englewood's Unified Development Code regulates driveway design and parking surfaces. Vehicles should not block sidewalks or encroach on public right-of-way. A Site Plan review may be required for new driveway construction or modification.
Englewood regulates street parking through the municipal code. Standard time limits apply for vehicles parked on public streets. Abandoned and inoperative vehicles are prohibited. Contact Code Compliance at 303-762-2335 for specific parking restrictions in your area.
Englewood restricts commercial vehicle parking in residential zones through the Unified Development Code. Large commercial vehicles and equipment are generally not permitted for storage in residential areas. Contact Code Compliance for specific weight and size thresholds.
Englewood restricts RV use in residential areas. RVs cannot be used as dwelling units or short-term rentals. Standard street parking time limits apply to RVs on public streets. The municipal code regulates vehicle storage on private property.
Arapahoe County Building Division issues electrical permits for Level 2 EV charger installations. Colorado HB 23-1233 prohibits HOAs from banning EV charging equipment. The county follows 2020 NEC and requires inspection for 240V circuits.
Unincorporated Arapahoe County enforces a 72-hour maximum on street parking. No blanket overnight ban exists, but vehicles parked continuously for more than 72 hours are subject to tag-and-tow. Some subdivisions have private covenants restricting overnight parking.
Arapahoe County Code Section 12 and CRS 42-4-1803 authorize removal of abandoned vehicles. Vehicles left on public roads over 72 hours or inoperable vehicles visible from the street on private property may be tagged, ticketed, and towed at the owner's expense.
Englewood's Utilities Department encourages voluntary three-day-per-week watering restrictions aligned with Denver Water guidelines. Water only before 10 AM and after 6 PM. Colorado SB24-005 bans nonfunctional turf on commercial/HOA properties. CRS §37-60-126 protects xeriscape from HOA bans.
Englewood does not have a citywide tree removal permit for private property. Property owners may generally remove trees on their own land. Trees in the public right-of-way require city authorization. HOA covenants may restrict removal.
Englewood enforces property maintenance standards through Code Compliance. Overgrown grass, weeds, and vegetation are code violations. The city strives for voluntary compliance through education before escalating to formal enforcement.
Englewood property owners are responsible for maintaining trees on their property to prevent obstruction of sidewalks, streets, and sightlines. Trees in the public right-of-way are managed by the city.
Arapahoe County Weed Control enforces the Colorado Noxious Weed Act (C.R.S. §35-5.5-101) through its Weed Advisory Board. Property owners must abate listed noxious weeds and keep vegetation under 12 inches. Front Range wildfire concerns drive summer enforcement, especially after the Marshall Fire.
Colorado HB 16-1005 legalized limited residential rainwater harvesting statewide. Arapahoe County residents may collect up to 110 gallons in max two barrels, outdoor irrigation use only. Prior Appropriation Doctrine still governs—commercial or larger collection requires water right. Cherry Creek watershed adds protections.
Unincorporated Arapahoe County permits artificial turf on residential property without a permit when installed at grade. Colorado HB 19-1050 protects artificial turf as a drought-tolerant landscape. HOAs cannot ban it outright but may impose reasonable aesthetic rules.
Arapahoe County encourages xeriscape and native plant landscaping. Colorado HB 19-1050 and SB 23-178 prohibit HOAs from banning drought-tolerant landscaping. Resource Central and Denver Water rebates up to $3 per sq ft apply for lawn replacement in participating service areas.
Englewood regulates home occupations through the Unified Development Code (Title 16). Home-based businesses must be incidental to residential use and obtain appropriate licenses. The business must not alter the residential character of the neighborhood.
Englewood home occupations must not generate traffic exceeding normal residential levels. The business must remain incidental to the residential use. Excessive customer visits or deliveries may violate the home occupation standards.
Englewood's UDC regulates all signage. Home businesses in residential areas are generally prohibited from displaying commercial signs. The business must remain incidental to the residential character of the property and neighborhood.
Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) licenses family child care homes. Arapahoe County allows home daycares as a permitted use in residential zones subject to state license. Small (up to 6 kids) and large (7-12 kids) programs have separate requirements.
Colorado Cottage Foods Act CRS 25-4-1614 allows producers in unincorporated Arapahoe County to sell up to $10,000 per product annually of non-potentially hazardous foods directly to consumers. No health inspection required, but producer must complete a food-safety training course.
Englewood participates in FEMA's NFIP and regulates development in mapped flood zones. Floodplain development permits are required for construction in the 100-year floodplain. Substantial improvements (50%+ of structure value) require full floodplain compliance. The South Platte River and tributaries are primary flood risks.
Arapahoe County and cities require erosion and sediment control per Colorado Discharge Permit System (CDPS) and Mile High Flood District standards. Projects over 1 acre need state CDPS Stormwater Construction Permit. Silt fencing, stabilized entrances, and BMPs required. Cherry Creek Watershed imposes stricter controls.
Arapahoe County is MS4-permitted under the Clean Water Act and Colorado Discharge Permit System. New development requires stormwater management per Urban Drainage and Flood Control District (UDFCD/Mile High Flood District) standards. Cherry Creek Watershed Reg. 72 imposes stricter requirements. Water quality capture volume (WQCV) required.
Arapahoe County Land Development Code §4-4 requires grading permits for excavation or fill over 100 cubic yards or slopes over 3 feet. Aurora City Code §22-170 thresholds similar. Drainage must not redirect water to neighbors. Retaining walls over 4 feet require engineering. Colorado freeze depth 30-36 inches affects foundations.
Arapahoe County is landlocked—no coastal rules apply. However, Cherry Creek Reservoir, Cherry Creek, Plum Creek, Sand Creek, and the Highline Canal receive riparian and floodplain protections. Buffer setbacks 50-100 ft from waterways. FEMA floodplain rules and Cherry Creek Watershed Regulation 72 govern development near water.
Aurora City Code §46-451 limits garage sales to 3 per calendar year per household. Centennial and Littleton follow 3-4 per year standards. Unincorporated Arapahoe County has no specific frequency cap but repeated sales may trigger unlicensed retail classification. Each sale limited to 3 consecutive days.
Aurora City Code §46-451 limits garage sale hours to 8 AM to dusk. Centennial and Littleton follow 8 AM to 6 PM typical. Weekends (Friday-Sunday) most common. Merchandise and signs must be removed same day. Items left at curb may trigger property maintenance violations.
Aurora, Centennial, and most Arapahoe County cities do NOT require permits for residential garage sales if within frequency and signage limits. No permit needed in unincorporated county. Sales must be personal property only—not commercially purchased inventory. HOAs may impose additional rules.
Unincorporated Arapahoe County does not have a county-wide mandatory trash service, but waste management contracts with private haulers (Waste Management, Republic) set pickup rules. Bins typically must be stored out of street view between collection days and placed out no earlier than 12 hours before pickup.
Arapahoe County Code Section 7 addresses nuisance and blight conditions. Violations include accumulated junk, overgrown vegetation, broken windows, deteriorated structures, and inoperable vehicles. Enforcement is complaint-driven with a 10-day notice-to-correct standard.
Vacant lot owners in unincorporated Arapahoe County must keep grass and weeds under 12 inches, control noxious weeds under the Colorado Noxious Weed Act, remove trash, and secure the property. The county may abate and bill the owner for non-compliance.
Arapahoe County cities enforce property maintenance standards during garage sales. Items must be organized and removed from yards by end of sale hours. Unsold items cannot remain at curb. Signs must come down within 24 hours. Aurora §46-300 and Centennial §7-6 blight rules apply.
Aurora City Code §138-300 requires property owners to clear snow and ice from adjacent sidewalks within 24 hours of snowfall ending. Centennial MC §7-6-10 requires clearance within 24 hours. Littleton §7-10-1 requires clearance by 9 AM following day. Paths must be 36+ inches wide. Corner lots must clear curb ramps.
Arapahoe County residential zones typically limit structures to 35 feet or 2.5 stories per Land Development Code §3-2. Aurora UDO §146-4 follows 35 ft residential standard. Cherry Hills Village restricts to 32 ft to preserve view corridors. DIA flight-path zones impose additional FAA Part 77 height limits.
Arapahoe County Land Development Code §3-2 limits lot coverage: R-1 typically 35%, R-2 40%, R-A (rural) 20%. Aurora UDO §146-4 limits R-1 to 40% coverage. Cherry Creek watershed properties face additional impervious surface limits. Stormwater management triggered at 50%+ impervious.
Arapahoe County Land Development Code §3-2 establishes setbacks by zoning district. R-1: 25 ft front, 7 ft side, 25 ft rear. Aurora City Code and Centennial Municipal Code set similar standards. Cherry Hills Village mandates substantially larger setbacks (50+ ft front) preserving semi-rural character.
Aurora permits cannabis dispensaries under City Code §94-400, limited to designated commercial zones with 1,000-foot buffer from schools, daycares, and residential zones. Centennial, Littleton, and Englewood allow dispensaries with similar restrictions. Cherry Hills Village bans retail. Greenwood Village bans retail. Unincorporated Arapahoe County permits licensed operations.
Colorado Amendment 64 and C.R.S. §18-18-406 permit adults 21+ to grow up to 6 plants per adult (12 max per household, only 3 flowering). Aurora City Code §94-370 caps at 12 per household. Plants must be in enclosed, locked space not visible to public. Arapahoe County follows state framework in unincorporated areas.
Arapahoe County does not have a formal heritage tree program, but Aurora's Forestry Division and Cherry Hills Village protect significant specimen trees. The Colorado Tree Coalition maintains a Champion Tree registry. Mature cottonwoods in Cherry Creek corridor receive informal preservation through landscape review.
Aurora, Centennial, and Cherry Hills Village require replacement of permitted tree removals in public right-of-way and subdivisions. Replacement ratios 1:1 to 3:1 with 2-inch caliper minimum. Colorado native and drought-tolerant species preferred. Fee-in-lieu to city tree fund permitted.
Aurora City Code §94-350 requires permits to remove public trees (right-of-way); private property trees over 12 inches DBH may require review. Centennial has street tree protections through public works. Cherry Hills Village strictly protects mature trees. Unincorporated Arapahoe County has limited tree regulations.
Arapahoe County cities require solicitor and peddler permits with background checks. Aurora City Code §98-41 mandates permits and ID badges. Centennial Municipal Code §9-16 and Littleton §7-8-1 require similar registration. Hours limited to 9 AM-8 PM. Religious and political canvassing exempt per First Amendment.
Aurora and Centennial maintain no-solicitation registries and enforce posted No Soliciting signs. Registered addresses are distributed to permitted commercial solicitors. Violators face $100 to $500 fines. Registry does not apply to political, religious, or nonprofit canvassing which are First Amendment protected.
Arapahoe County Land Development Code §5-4 requires fully-shielded (full-cutoff) outdoor lighting for new installations. Aurora UDO §146-4 and Centennial §12-11 require similar. Cherry Hills Village has particularly strict dark-sky rules to preserve rural character. LED color temperature 3000K or below preferred. DIA affects nearby lighting.
Unincorporated Arapahoe County's Land Development Code Section 4-400 regulates exterior lighting. Fixtures must be fully shielded and directed downward, with illumination levels limited at the property line to prevent light trespass onto adjacent residential properties.
Arapahoe County recycling follows Colorado's Producer Responsibility Program (HB 22-1355, effective 2026). Aurora and Centennial residents receive curbside single-stream recycling. Accepted: paper, cardboard, glass, aluminum, plastics #1-#2 (some haulers #5). Multi-family requirements expanding.
Arapahoe County cities require bins curbside on collection day with lids closed, 3+ feet apart, and retrieved within 12-24 hours. Aurora City Code §138-73 and Centennial Municipal Code §7-8 specify bin storage out of public view between pickups. HOAs may impose stricter rules.
Arapahoe County bulk disposal varies by hauler. Aurora residents get two free bulk pickups per year through licensed haulers. Centennial offers scheduled bulk service via Waste Management. The Arapahoe County Fairgrounds hosts Tox-Away Days for HHW. Construction debris excluded.
Arapahoe County trash collection is not a county service in unincorporated areas—residents contract directly with private haulers (Waste Management, Republic Services, GFL, A-1 Organics). Aurora operates through competitive private contracts. Centennial uses PAYT-style tiered bins.
Arapahoe County Land Development Code Section 5-2300 allows temporary garage sale signs on private property without a permit. Signs are limited to 4 sq ft and 3 days. Placement in the public right-of-way, utility poles, or traffic signs is prohibited and subject to immediate removal.
Arapahoe County does not regulate residential holiday decorations through its sign or zoning code. Displays must not obstruct sight-distance triangles or public right-of-way, create fire hazards, or violate outdoor lighting rules. HOA covenants often add their own timing and placement rules.
Arapahoe County Land Development Code Section 5-2300 treats political signs as temporary signs. Signs are allowed on private residential property without a permit up to 32 sq ft total, must not be placed in the right-of-way, and must be removed within 7 days after the election.
Arapahoe County recreational drone use follows FAA regulations under 49 USC §44809. Drones over 0.55 lbs require FAA registration. DIA proximity creates significant restricted airspace across northern Arapahoe County. Cherry Creek State Park prohibits drone launches. TRUST test mandatory.
Commercial drone operators in Arapahoe County must hold FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate. DIA, Centennial Airport, and Buckley SFB create complex controlled airspace requiring LAANC. Aurora and Centennial may require business licenses for commercial UAS services. Remote ID mandatory.
Arapahoe County cities restrict food trucks to approved vending zones with distance rules from restaurants, schools, and intersections. Aurora City Code §94-86 limits stays to 4 hours per location. Private property requires owner consent and sometimes zoning approval. Downtown Littleton and Olde Town Centennial have designated areas.
Arapahoe County food trucks require a Tri-County Health Department mobile retail food permit plus city-specific vendor license (Aurora, Centennial, Littleton, Englewood). Annual health inspection, commissary agreement, and liability insurance required. Colorado Retail Food Rules 6 CCR 1010-2 apply.
Aurora enforces a juvenile curfew under City Code §94-326 for minors under 18: 11 PM-5 AM Sun-Thu, midnight-5 AM Fri-Sat. Parents liable for violations. Exceptions: work, school events, emergencies, accompanied by adult. Centennial and Littleton have similar curfews. Unincorporated Arapahoe County has no specific curfew.
Arapahoe County Open Space parks close at sunset unless otherwise posted. Cherry Creek State Park closes at 10 PM or posted hours. Aurora parks close 11 PM to 5 AM. Centennial parks close dusk to 5 AM. After-hours presence is trespassing enforceable by the Arapahoe County Sheriff or city police.
Unincorporated Arapahoe County does not require rental property registration or licensing for long-term rentals. Colorado state habitability and warranty statutes apply. Arapahoe County has a proposed short-term rental licensing program separately.
Colorado HB 24-1098 established statewide just-cause eviction protections for most residential tenants. Arapahoe County follows state law: landlords need a statutory reason to terminate tenancy or refuse lease renewal. Self-help eviction is prohibited.
Arapahoe County cannot enact rent control. Colorado Revised Statute 38-12-301 preempts local rent control ordinances on both private residential property and mobile home lots. Landlords may raise rent by any amount with proper notice.
Arapahoe County Building Division requires combination building and electrical permits for residential solar PV installations. The county participates in the SolarAPP+ instant permit program for qualifying rooftop systems, often returning permits within one business day.
Colorado CRS 38-30-168 and HB 23-1233 protect homeowners' rights to install solar panels. HOAs in Arapahoe County cannot prohibit rooftop solar and must approve reasonable installations. Restrictions that significantly increase cost or reduce output are unenforceable.
Colorado allows local governments to adopt minimum wages above the state rate under CRS 8-6-101, with statewide minimums adjusted annually for inflation.
Colorado requires paid sick leave under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act and offers paid family medical leave through the FAMLI program funded by payroll premiums.
Colorado has no statewide predictive scheduling law but permits local governments to adopt fair workweek and advance notice scheduling ordinances for employers.
Colorado requires a concealed handgun permit issued by the county sheriff to carry a concealed firearm in public, with training and background check requirements.
Colorado repealed firearms preemption in 2021, allowing cities and counties to enact local gun regulations stricter than state law in most circumstances.
Colorado generally permits open carry of firearms by adults without a license, though local jurisdictions may impose restrictions in specific areas after the 2021 preemption repeal.
Colorado allows adults legally able to possess a firearm to carry a handgun in a private vehicle for lawful protection without a permit under CRS 18-12-105.5.
Colorado does not require private employers to use E-Verify and repealed the prior employment eligibility affirmation form in 2016 under HB 16-1114.
Colorado law limits state and local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement under HB 19-1124, restricting ICE detainers, courthouse arrests, and information sharing statewide.
Colorado counties zone agricultural lands under state planning laws while preserving farm operations through Right to Farm protections and local agricultural overlays.
Colorado's Right to Farm Act under CRS 35-3.5-102 shields agricultural operations from nuisance lawsuits when they follow generally accepted practices and predate complaints.
Colorado banned single-use plastic carryout bags and polystyrene foam containers statewide under the Plastic Pollution Reduction Act, fully effective in 2024.
Colorado prohibits retail food establishments from using expanded polystyrene foam containers for ready-to-eat food and beverages under the Plastic Pollution Reduction Act.
Colorado does not ban plastic straws statewide, but allows cities to restrict distribution and many require straws only upon customer request.
Colorado prohibits the sale and furnishing of cigarettes, tobacco, and nicotine vapor products to anyone under age 21 statewide under CRS 18-13-121.
Colorado does not impose a statewide flavored tobacco ban, but home rule cities and counties may prohibit flavored vape and tobacco product sales locally.
Colorado requires retailers selling cigarettes, vapor products, and other tobacco items to obtain a state retail tobacco license and follow strict point-of-sale rules.