Thornton allows home occupations as accessory use in residential zones. Business license and home occupation permit typically required.
Thornton zoning permits home occupations in residential zones. A business license and/or home occupation permit is typically required. The business must be secondary to residential use. Common conditions: no external signage, no on-site employees, limited customer visits, no hazardous materials, no noise/odor beyond residential norms. Colorado Cottage Food Act (CRS §25-4-1614) allows direct sale of certain home-prepared foods. HOAs may impose additional restrictions.
Operating without permit: cease-and-desist order. Fines $100 to $500 per day. Business license penalties apply.
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Thornton prohibits storing abandoned, inoperable, or unregistered vehicles on public streets or visible on private property. Vehicles may be tagged and towed...
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Thornton regulates electric vehicle charging infrastructure for residential and commercial properties. Building codes may require EV-ready parking in new con...
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Thornton regulates overnight parking on public streets. Many areas restrict parking between certain hours or require permits for overnight street parking.
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Thornton requires pool barriers meeting safety codes to prevent drowning. Fences must be at least 4 to 5 feet tall with self-closing, self-latching gates.
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Thornton requires permits for retaining walls above a certain height, typically 4 feet. Engineering review may be required for taller walls.
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Thornton restricts or prohibits intentional feeding of wildlife including deer, coyotes, and bears. Feeding wildlife creates public safety hazards and nuisan...
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