Achieving Compliance Together (ACT) Brochure
ACT provides outreach and education regarding Adams County Development Standards and Regulations to business and property owners in identified areas of unincorporated Adams County. Additionally, this initiative intends to create a collaborative relationship between business and property owners and Adams County through identifying potential violations, education, and working together to achieve voluntary compliance. A map of the identified properties for the pilot program can be found on our website at adamscountyco.gov/act.
Contact Us
Adams County Neighborhood Services
P: 720.523.6606
E: cswb@adamscountyco.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
The areas were identified based on the strategic analysis outlined in the Advancing Adams Comprehensive Plan 2022. The plan strategically identifies and prioritizes specific corridors based on projected growth, the mix of commercial and industrial businesses, and the importance of enhancing these areas in alignment with Adams County’s overall planning efforts.
Businesses will be contacted by a proactive Code Compliance Officer and may also be contacted by stormwater and/or environmental officers, economic development professionals, building inspectors, public health representatives, and other stakeholder groups depending on the specific needs. This collaborative effort ensures a comprehensive approach to address various aspects of compliance and foster a positive working relationship.
If a business encounters challenges in achieving voluntary compliance within the designated timeframe, our priority is to provide comprehensive support and guidance through the ACT program. We are committed to assisting businesses throughout the process. However, if voluntary compliance is still not achieved, the business will transition into our code-compliance process. At that point, a violation may be issued, and the necessary steps will be taken to address and rectify that violation.
Common Violations
The most common violations observed include outdoor storage and screening, adherence to allowed and/or permitted use, environmental and stormwater issues, factors contributing to commercial blight, signage requirements, vehicle storage concerns, building-related issues, and landscape requirements.