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1. How does the Town handle the accumulation of trash and junk on private property?

Warning notices are issued to the property owner or occupant. Compliance times vary based on severity of violation. Failure to comply within time frame will result in a court summons leading to fines and penalties.

2. What is the Town’s policy on noxious weeds and undesirable plants?

It is the property owners or occupant’s responsibility to control the infestation of noxious weeds and undesirable plants. If the Town receives a complaint on a specific property a warning notice is issued. Failure to comply within specified time period will result in the Town’s Public Works Department implementing weed control at the expense of the property owner.

Please see the Town’s page on Noxious Weed Management for a complete list of noxious weeds.

3. Does the Town have an ordinance enforcing the parking of vehicles and trailers on both public and / or private property?

Vehicles, trailers and other equipment must be parked in designated parking areas only. Failure to do so will result in a warning notice of compliance. Failure to comply with notice will result in a court summons leading to fines and penalties.

4. What is the Town’s policy toward short-term rentals?

A short-term rental is any dwelling unit other than a lodge leased to an occupant for a time period of thirty-one (31) days or less. A business and sales tax license is required to lease a short-term rental property.
Upon discovery of an unlicensed rental unit, a short-term rental operator will receive a one-time warning notice to cease and desist immediately. Failure to comply will result in a court summons leading to fines and penalties. Business License information

5. Does the Town have an ordinance involving temporary and permanent signage on public and private property?

Yes, all signage whether temporary or permanent must be applied for and granted approval. A temporary sign permit allows the owner or operator of a business to display temporary signage for a period of no more than thirty (30) days after the approval of the application. If signage is displayed prior to approval, the allowed display time may be pro-rated accordingly. Permanent signage must meet various design criteria prior to approval and installation. Contact the Community Development Department at (970) 748-4030 for an application.

6. Does the Town have a policy relating to minor projects?

Yes, all minor projects must be applied for and approved. A minor project is any project which modifies the exterior of a property or premises. Construction of a minor project without prior approval will result in an application fee three (3) times the amount of the original fee. A property owner is building at their own risk prior to application approval.