Home occupations in Aurora may receive limited client visits, typically one client at a time, with no visits late at night and no generation of traffic beyond normal residential levels.
Aurora UDO Section 146-4.7.4 limits customer and client traffic for home occupations so that the business does not alter the residential character of the neighborhood. In practice, this means client visits are limited to one client or group at a time, visits generally must occur between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., and the business cannot generate vehicle trips, parking demand, or deliveries beyond what is typical for a single-family residence. On-street parking for clients is restricted to the dwelling's frontage. Regular large group activities, open houses, classes with multiple students, or meetings of more than a few people are not allowed under the basic home occupation standard and would require a conditional use permit or relocation to a commercial zone. Home daycares, tutoring, and music lessons may have additional allowances through specific use provisions. Complaints from neighbors are a common enforcement trigger.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Aurora code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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