Lakewood, CO Parking Rules: Driveway Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Required
- all-weather improved surface
- Approved examples
- gravel, asphalt, concrete
- Banned
- grass, landscaping, dirt parking
- Banned materials
- carpet, wood, cardboard
- Governing chapter
- 9.80 Abatement of Nuisances
Summary
Lakewood requires every driveway and vehicle parking area to be an all-weather improved surface, gravel, asphalt, or concrete, never bare dirt, grass, or landscaping.
5.Parking is not allowed on landscaping, grass, or anywhere there is not an all-weather improved parking surface....6.All parking areas, driveways, or any part of the property used for vehicle travel shall be an all-weather improved surface, such as gravel at least three-fourths-inch thick and three inches depth, hot mix asphalt or concrete paving, with the surface clearly delineated by curbs, landscaping, or other similar features to distinguish the parking area from the remainder of the yard. Approved surfaces shall not include materials such as carpet, shingles, wood or cardboard.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Municipal Code: Supplement 14 | Zoning Ordinance: ?).
Full Breakdown
Under Chapter 9.80 (Abatement of Nuisances), parking is banned on landscaping, grass, or any surface that isn't an all-weather improved parking surface. Every driveway, parking area, or part of a property used for vehicle travel must be gravel at least three-fourths-inch thick and three inches deep, hot-mix asphalt, or concrete, with the parking area clearly set off by curbs, landscaping, or similar features. Carpet, shingles, wood, and cardboard are explicitly disqualified as substitute surfaces.
Violations & Fines
An unpaved driveway or parking area is a Chapter 9.80 nuisance violation: after notice, Code Enforcement can order abatement and assess a lien plus a $108-$216 minimum administrative fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
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