Title
AN ORDINANCE amending Section 6-2012(b)(1)(d) of the commerce city revised municipal code Pertaining to the maintenance of weeds and vegetation on undeveloped properties that exceed five acres in size
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Summary and Background Information:
On January 12, 2015, and March 23, 2015, staff outlined a variety of issues related to common weeds and noxious weeds. At those study sessions, Council provided direction to staff on many of these issues, and the purpose of the agenda items on May 18 was to execute specific items that Council directed staff to implement.
Weed Ordinance Amendment
Per Council direction, staff has attached an updated version of the weed ordinance that includes two changes:
- Require that large parcels (greater than five acres) maintain weeds lower than 16 inches along the perimeter when adjacent to developed land, such as homes
- Clarify the language that requires large parcels maintain the 20 foot perimeter measured from the right-of-way and not edge of roadway
Staff Responsible (Department Head): Chris Cramer, Community Development Director
Staff Member Presenting: Chris Cramer
Financial Impact: $TBD
Funding Source: General Fund