Manitou Springs passed a tree care and protection ordinance in 2022, demonstrating commitment to urban tree canopy preservation. Property owners must maintain trees that do not encroach into rights-of-way or pose hazards.
In 2022, Manitou Springs enacted an ordinance establishing tree care and protection standards — one of the few small Colorado municipalities with such provisions. This ordinance addresses care standards for significant or protected trees, pruning requirements, and removal restrictions. Property owners are responsible for maintaining trees on their land so they do not encroach into rights-of-way, obstruct sight lines, or pose hazards. Given the forested canyon setting and wildfire risk, dead or dying trees (especially in WUI areas) may need prompt removal for defensible space. Contact Manitou Springs Planning (719-685-4398) for specific tree ordinance requirements.
Unauthorized removal of protected trees: $500 to $10,000+ per tree. Replacement planting may be required.
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Manitou Springs enacted a formal Noise Regulation Ordinance (No. 2817, adopted August 15, 2017), codified in Chapter 6.08 of the municipal code. The city is ...
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Manitou Springs Municipal Code Chapter 7.04.090 requires pet owners to prevent animals from disturbing neighbors with excessive barking or howling. Violation...
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Construction noise in Manitou Springs is regulated under Chapter 6.08 and the Colorado state noise framework (C.R.S. §25-12-103). Standard construction hours...
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Manitou Springs has a managed parking system due to its narrow canyon-town geography and high tourist traffic. Residential permit parking zones, paid parking...
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Manitou Springs requires vehicles on private property to be parked in compliant areas. Given the city's limited street space, driveway usage and on-property ...
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RV and large vehicle parking in Manitou Springs is limited to designated areas: Hiawatha Gardens Lot, the 300–400 blocks of Manitou Avenue, and Fields Park. ...
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