Arapahoe County updated its landscape regulations in November 2024 with tree preservation requirements in LDC Chapter 4-1.3. Regulations include tree survey requirements and rules for removal, replacement, and protection of trees during development.
Arapahoe County's Land Development Code Chapter 4-1.3 addresses tree preservation in unincorporated areas. Updated in November 2024, these regulations include tree survey requirements, rules for removal and replacement of trees, and tree protection measures during development. The landscaping and screening standards in Chapter 4-1.4 establish requirements for landscape plans including approved plant species. An approved plant list is available from the county. Trees on private property outside of development activity are generally the property owner's responsibility to maintain. Trees obstructing county road rights-of-way or sight distance triangles may be subject to trimming requirements. Russian olive trees are classified as a List B noxious weed and should be removed per the Colorado Noxious Weed Act.
Failure to comply with tree preservation requirements during development may result in permit delays, code enforcement, or requirements to replace removed trees.
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