Larimer County Listening Session: Draft Camping & Parking Ordinance Proposal (May 18, 2026)

The Larimer County Government held a listening session on May 18, 2026, to discuss a draft camping and parking ordinance proposal. The meeting focused on explaining the purpose of the proposed ordinance, which aims to regulate public camping, temporary structures, and abandoned vehicles on county property and roadways. No votes were taken during the session, as it was intended to gather public feedback and clarify the ordinance's provisions. Key topics included concerns about the impact of the ordinance on unhoused residents, the need for clear definitions and reasonable timeframes for vehicle abandonment, and the potential for safe parking areas with supportive services. Commissioners and the sheriff emphasized the ordinance's intent to provide law enforcement with tools to engage with individuals living in vehicles while avoiding criminalization. The discussion also highlighted budget considerations for safe parking initiatives and the importance of separating the camping ban from abandoned vehicle regulations. The board plans to consider public input before potentially moving forward with first and second readings of the ordinance in July 2026.