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Council adopts 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code by second reading
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Summary
On second reading the council adopted Ordinance 18‑20 to adopt the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code and associated state map; staff recommended adoption despite a pending state bill, and council approved the ordinance after a required disclosure from a council member.
The Fountain City Council adopted Ordinance 18‑20 on second reading at the March 17 meeting, bringing the city into compliance with the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code (WRC) and attaching the state’s resiliency map as an exhibit.
Staff noted a state bill (House Bill 261334) had been introduced that could extend the timeline for local jurisdiction adoption, but recommended moving forward with local adoption. The chief explained that mapping and tools needed for WRC implementation had only recently been made available and that, if the local fire department is prepared, the city should adopt the WRC now rather than wait for uncertain state action.
A council member disclosed membership in the Rocky Mountain Insurance Association and confirmed the city attorney advised that did not appear to be a conflict of interest; council proceeded and adopted the ordinance. The clerk recorded seven yes votes and the motion carried.
What happens next: the city will follow the adopted code’s requirements for plan review and enforcement and will monitor the status of the state bill noted in the meeting.
