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Shelters Activated for Severe Weather

Denver's cold weather shelters will open at 1 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 16 and will remain open as long as cold weather conditions continue.

Locations and details at denvergov.org/findshelter
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City Government Closed Monday, January 19

Most City and County of Denver offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 19 in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. Solid waste collection will be on a regular schedule; customers should set carts out on their regular collection day.

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Tree Requirements and Rules

Whether you’re a property owner, business or contractor, learn the requirements to properly protect trees and meet compliance standards. 

Street Tree Permits

Permits are required prior to removal, planting and/or injections to any street trees in the right-of-way.

Contractor Resources

Division IV of Denver’s Vegetation Ordinance (Chapter 57) requires that anyone preforming tree care services including pruning and removing be licensed as a “Tree Service Company.” Find more information on becoming a licensed company.

Property Owner Responsibilities

Find information about notices and citations; maintenance of right-of-way trees; planting, pruning and removal guidelines; hiring a tree service company and other tree-care tips.

Ordinances and Rules

These rules and regulations are intended to serve as requirements for arboricultural activities on public right-of-way and other public places.

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