Updated June 25, 2025
Since the passage of a state law in 2022 preventing Homeowners’ Associations (HOAs) from regulating the public right-of-way, you’ve made your voice heard that this policy does not work for Highlands Ranch and other areas of Douglas County. Residents have expressed that unregulated parking in certain neighborhoods has led to unsafe traffic conditions, polluted air, increased noise, and a generally decreased quality of life. The Board of Douglas County Commissioners heard your voices, and in April of 2025, and again in June of 2025, they continue to take action.
During a Business Meeting Tuesday, April 8 the Board approved the first reading of a proposed ordinance that will prohibit some types of vehicles from parking on neighborhood streets. Second reading of the ordinance occurred Tuesday, April 22 and went into effect May 22, 2025.
The Ordinance’s Exhibit D was amended at the Business Meeting on June 10, 2025, which was approved to add two “recreational vehicle parking restriction areas” as follows:
Ordinance No. O-025-001 (as Amended) (for the regulation of Traffic and Parking)
The restrictions address several traffic issues of importance to residents, including regulating street parking for recreational vehicles and commercial vehicles.
For commercial vehicles, in order to increase safety, maintain access to roadways, and limit noise and pollution, it is prohibited for these vehicles to park on public streets in specified areas. Violators will receive a $100 fine for the first three offenses within a year, followed by a mandatory court appearance.
Commercial Vehicle Parking Restricted Areas:
Recreational vehicles (campers, boats, mobile homes, trailers, or motor homes) will not be allowed to park on any public road in specified areas for longer than 72 hours within a 7-day period. Violators will receive a $25, $50, and $100 fines for first, second, and third offenses, respectively.
Recreational Vehicle Parking Restricted Areas:
