Arvada limits residential fences: typically 6 feet in rear/side, 4 feet in front yard. Corner lots have visibility requirements.
Arvada zoning code regulates fence height by yard location. Rear and side yard fences typically limited to 6 feet. Front yard fences limited to 4 feet. Corner lots have visibility triangle requirements at intersections. Retaining walls serving as fences have combined height calculated. Taller fences require a variance. HOAs are extremely common in Colorado and may impose lower limits or specific style requirements.
Code compliance notice. Modify or remove non-compliant fence. Fines if not corrected.
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Arvada prohibits storing abandoned, inoperable, or unregistered vehicles on public streets or visible on private property. Vehicles may be tagged and towed a...
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Arvada regulates electric vehicle charging infrastructure for residential and commercial properties. Building codes may require EV-ready parking in new const...
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Arvada regulates overnight parking on public streets. Many areas restrict parking between certain hours or require permits for overnight street parking.
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Arvada restricts or prohibits intentional feeding of wildlife including deer, coyotes, and bears. Feeding wildlife creates public safety hazards and nuisance...
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Arvada restricts ownership of exotic and wild animals. Many species require special permits or are prohibited entirely for public safety.
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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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