Resolutions & Ordinances
The official legislative record of Custer County. Ordinances carry the force of local law and govern conduct within unincorporated areas of the county. Resolutions document formal decisions made by the Board of County Commissioners on matters of county policy, operations, and official positions.
Official Documents
All Resolutions & Ordinances
Documents are organized by subject area. Each link opens a PDF. If you need an accessible format or cannot locate a specific document, contact the BOCC Admin at boccadmin@custercounty-co.gov.
Fire & Open Burning
Regulations governing open fires and burning within unincorporated Custer County and the Towns of Silver Cliff and Westcliffe.
Ordinance 20-01
Open Fires & Open Burning Ordinance
Restricting open fires and open burning in unincorporated Custer County and the incorporated towns of Silver Cliff and Westcliffe.
Resolution 19-11
Moratorium on Open Burns
Resolution imposing a moratorium on open burns within the county.
Ordinance 15-02
Open Burn / Fire Ordinance
Original ordinance establishing open burn and fire restrictions for the county.
Land Use, Vehicles & Infrastructure
Ordinances addressing vehicle identification, off-highway vehicle use, and infrastructure-related county decisions.
Ordinance 24-01
Automated Vehicle Identification System
Ordinance to establish an Automated Vehicle Identification System within Custer County.
Ordinance 15-01
Off-Highway Vehicle Ordinance
Regulations governing the operation of off-highway vehicles within the county.
Sept 2017
Courthouse & Sheriff Building Assessment
Facility condition assessment for the county courthouse and Sheriff's building.
May 2018
Regional Broadband Strategic Plan
Strategic plan for improvement of and coordination of efforts for broadband services and infrastructure in the Upper Arkansas Area.
May 2018
Broadband Towers Design Study
Overview and Forward for the Assessment and Recommendations for Broadband Infrastructure in Custer County.
May 2018
Proposed Broadband Wireless Tower Coverage Map
Map of proposed broadband tower site coverage and possible cellular locations.
Public Safety & Community Standards
Ordinances and resolutions related to public safety, community conduct standards, and constitutional positions adopted by the Board.
Resolution 19-02
Second Amendment Sanctuary County
Resolution establishing Custer County as a Second Amendment Sanctuary County.
Ordinance 19-01
Personal Cannabis Growing
Regulations regarding personal cannabis cultivation in Custer County.
Ordinance 18-01
County Anti-Tampering Ordinance
Ordinance prohibiting tampering with county property, infrastructure, and records.
Water & Natural Resources
Official county documentation related to water rights and natural resource management in the region.
Form
Statement of Opposition — Upper Arkansas Water Augmentation Plan
Public statement of opposition form for the Upper Arkansas Water Augmentation Plan.
BOCC Letter
BOCC Letter of Opposition — Upper Arkansas Water Augmentation Plan
Official signed letter of opposition from the Board of County Commissioners.
County Policies & Administrative Documents
Official policies governing county operations, employee conduct, and administrative procedures.
May 2017
Facility Closure Policy
Policy governing the closure of county facilities for emergencies, holidays, and other circumstances.
May 2016
Social Media Policy
Official guidelines governing the use of social media by county employees and officials.
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Planning Documents
Long-range planning documents that guide county development, infrastructure, and community growth.
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What is an Ordinance?
An ordinance is a local law enacted by the Board of County Commissioners. Ordinances regulate conduct, establish rules, and set standards for unincorporated Custer County and, where noted, the incorporated Towns of Silver Cliff and Westcliffe.
What is a Resolution?
A resolution is a formal expression of the Board's official position, policy decision, or administrative action. Resolutions do not carry the weight of law but represent the county's documented stance on matters of public concern.
Public Records
All county ordinances and resolutions are public records under the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA). Requests for additional documents not listed here may be submitted using the Public Records Request Form below.