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1. When will my street be plowed?

The City treats pre-determined first and second priority roadways with deicing materials prior to snow storms to prevent formation of snowpack and ice. First priority roadways (red routes) include main streets, collectors, routes to schools, firehouses, and hospital accesses. Second priority roadways (green routes) include minor collector streets and third priority (blue routes) include hilly residential streets. The City will plow residential streets only after there is an accumulation of at least 12 inches of snow. The snow and ice control program and snow removal priority routes map is located on the City web site.

Snow Removal Information

2. Who do I call to report a pothole in the street?

City of Wheat Ridge Right of Way pothole repair is performed by the Public Works Operation Division. CDOT-Colorado Dept of Transportation maintains Sheridan, Wadsworth, Kipling and Ward Rd.

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3. Who is responsible for maintenance of the trees growing in the right of way?

Trees in the City right of way are maintained by the City. Trees on private property are maintained by the property owner. Tree branches that hang into the right of way from private property are the responsibility of the property owner; however, if branches are creating a safety issue, the City will request the property owner resolve the problem. If the City has to trim privately owned trees, all costs involved would be charged back to the property owner. Contact the Parks Department at (303) 205-7552 or the Public Works Department at (303) 205-7615 to report street trees requiring attention.

4. Are property owners required to shovel their sidewalks when it snows?

On October 24, 2016, City Council passed Council Bill No. 24-2016 (Ordinance 1611) amending the Wheat Ridge Code of Laws to add a new section entitled Removal of Snow and Ice from Sidewalks.  Under this new ordinance, sidewalks are the responsibility of the adjacent property owners.  Property owners will be required to clear walkways within 24 hours of snowfall equaling 2 inches or more.

See article in Connections Newsletter

5. Who is responsible for removing or cutting the weeds in the right of way?

Wheat Ridge City Ordinance requires the adjacent property owner to maintain the strip of right of way adjacent to their property. This would include mowing, sweeping of sidewalks, and the removal of debris and trash. 

Sec. 26-502.G.3 Maintenance

6. If I have a Contractor License why would I also need a Municipal Contractor License?

The Contractor License is issued through the Building Division of the Community Development Department and is for work on private property, generally for building construction. The Municipal Contractor License is issued through the Public Works Department and is required to perform construction in street right of way. The City’s right of way/infrastructure work has different standards/requirements than codes followed for building construction. These two licenses require different areas of knowledge for construction. The Municipal Contractor License also requires a bond in addition to liability and workers compensation insurance. These licenses and requirements help to assure that the contractor is qualified to perform the different types of work and comply with the City codes/standards and specifications/requirements for work in the COWR. Contact Public Works at 303-205-7615 

Municipal Contractors License Application

7. How can I report a property in the neighborhood that has trash scattered everywhere?

Wheat Ridge Ordinances require property owners to maintain their property in such a manner that there are no public nuisances or safety issues. Report subject properties to the Police Department's Community Services Division at:
(303) 235-2926 - To leave a recorded message (recorder checked throughout the day). Please leave a contact name & phone number in case the Community Services Officer (CSO) has questions.
(303) 237-2220 – Non emergency Police Dispatch for a more immediate response time.
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8. Does Wheat Ridge have a City Clean-up Program?

The City has a Large Item Pick-Up Program that is offered once a year, typically in the Spring. Program information is found on the web site. The Program is advertised on our City web page prior to the scheduled pickup date(s). Information on the program is also advertised on Comcast Cable--Channel 8 (local government programming), in the Wheat Ridge City newsletter and in the Wheat Ridge Transcript for several weeks prior to the scheduled dates. Large Item Pick Up Program

9. Who do I call to report a street light that has burned out or is not working?

Xcel Energy maintains the City Street Lights. To report a street light outage please call Xcel Energy direct. 

The number to report an outage direct to Xcel Energy is (800) 895-4999. At the menu, select option one (to report an electrical outage). On the next menu, select option two (to report a street light outage).  Xcel Energy Website

10. Where do I call to report someone dumping their car oil in the storm drain?

Please report anything you see that may pollute the City storm drains to (303) 235-2871. Examples of materials that should not be allowed into the storm drain are: dirt from construction sites, leaves/grass clippings, oil, gasoline, paint, etc.

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11. I just moved to Wheat Ridge. Who do I call to schedule my trash pickup?

The City of Wheat Ridge is not a full service City. Private companies provide trash pickup service.

Non City Services

12. I just moved to Wheat Ridge. Who do I talk to about having the water & sewer transferred to my name?

The City owns the streets where the water & sewer lines are located, however the City does not own/operate the water and sewer systems. The utilities are owned by Special Districts and companies. See the Water and Sanitation district maps to locate which district your address is in. There is also Utility Contact Information on the site. You may also call the City’s Public Works (303) 205-7615 for assistance with locating which district or company you need to contact.

Utility Info

13. What are the Sight Distance Regulations concerning intersections?

It is the property owners's responsibility to keep the trees and shrubs on your property trimmed so as to not block sidewalks, traffic signs, school signs, sight distance for oncoming vehicles at intersections, etc. More info... Chapter 26 Section 26-603B

14. Do I need a permit to install, widen, or modify a driveway?

Yes, most driveways need right-of-way permits which are issued by the Public Works Department.  Driveway connections to the street look different throughout the City--some driveways have curb and gutter, some connect to asphalt, and some have to consider road side ditches.  Driveways have both minimum and maximum widths and required separation from street intersections. Many of these design requirements are in Section 26-501.F.  

Contact the Public Works Department to learn more.