Hello COSA Friends,
If you are a municipality with open space lands outside of your city limits, we wanted you to be aware that a new law clarifies that municipal code can be enforced on those lands. Municipal code can be enforced whether the land is called a park, open space, or natural area, and the site can be open or closed to the public.
Previously there was some variation in how municipalities interpreted CRS 31-25-201 preventing enforcement on lands that are closed to the public. Earlier this year, the City of Fort Collins proposed HB 25-1029 and was successful (it passed with a signing by the Governor on March 26th and is now in effect).
Fort Collins Natural Areas really appreciates those who supported or engaged with the bill or otherwise helped us on the journey- thank you!
Please contact me directly if you’d like to learn more or have questions.
Thanks,
Zoe Shark
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ZOË SHARK
Pronouns: she/her
Community Connection & Protection Manager
Natural Areas Department
City of Fort Collins
PO Box 580, 1745 Hoffman Mill Rd.
970-221-6311 office
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