Aircraft noise in Colorado is governed almost entirely by federal aviation law, and state and local governments cannot directly regulate flight operations, though airport proprietors have limited authority.
Federal law under 49 U.S.C. 40103 and 14 C.F.R. Part 91 preempts state and local regulation of aircraft in flight, including noise from takeoffs, landings, and overflights. Colorado does not impose decibel limits on aircraft, and C.R.S. 25-12-103 expressly excludes aircraft from its noise abatement scheme. Airport proprietors, including Denver International and other municipal airports, may establish reasonable, non-discriminatory operating restrictions through FAA-approved Part 161 procedures, but cities and counties cannot enforce general noise ordinances against aircraft. Complaints are routed through airport noise offices and the FAA.
Local noise enforcement against aircraft is generally invalid; complaints must be directed to the FAA or to airport proprietors who may impose airport-specific operating curfews subject to federal review.
Pueblo, CO
Pueblo regulates on-street parking with time limits in certain areas. Vehicles must be currently registered and operable. Abandoned vehicles are subject to t...
Pueblo, CO
Vehicles in Pueblo driveways must not block sidewalks or extend into the public right-of-way. Driveway modifications require permits from the Pueblo Regional...
Pueblo, CO
Pueblo restricts commercial vehicle parking in residential zones. Large commercial vehicles must be stored in commercial or industrial areas.
Pueblo, CO
Pueblo restricts RV and boat parking on public streets and in residential front yards. Recreational vehicles must be stored in approved locations and may not...
Pueblo, CO
Pueblo's zoning code regulates fence heights. Front yard fences are typically limited to 4 feet and side/rear yard fences to 6 feet in residential zones.
Pueblo, CO
Standard residential fences in Pueblo within height limits generally do not require building permits. Retaining walls over 4 feet and masonry walls require p...
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