CO HB1239

Counties gain expanded authority to compel removal of rubbish, weeds, brush, and dangerous buildings from property, including public rights-of-way, with removal costs assessed as liens against the property plus 10% for inspection and incidental costs

Civil penalties for county ordinance violations increase from $1,000 to $3,000 maximum per day, with counties able to adopt graduated penalty schedules for repeat offenders; penalties become liens on the property if unpaid within 30 days

Administrative entry and seizure warrant execution timeframe extends from 10 days to 30 days, and county courts gain jurisdiction to issue injunctions for enforcement of zoning, building code, and property maintenance violations

Zoning and building code violations may be enforced through civil penalties of $100-$3,000 per day, with courts authorized to order abatement, injunctions, and restraint of violations; proceedings may occur in either county or district court

Counties may collect unpaid assessments through the county treasurer with a 10% collection penalty, using the same procedures as general tax collection including property sale and redemption laws