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Broomfield council approves first reading of landscape code updates to limit nonfunctional turf
Summary
Council approved on first reading ordinance 2291 to align local landscape definitions with recent state water‑conservation bills, adding definitions for functional/nonfunctional turf, native seed mixes and restricting artificial turf in certain nonfunctional areas; second reading set for Jan. 13.
On Dec. 14 the City and County of Broomfield council approved on first reading ordinance 2291, which updates Chapter 17‑70 of the municipal code to align local turf and landscape definitions with recent Colorado legislation focused on water conservation.
Landscape Architect Kate Volz told council the update adds several definitions — functional turf (recreational uses),…
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