Through compliance with these laws, we can all make Westminster a better place to live. The remainder of this guide will break down, in alphabetical order, the residential ordinances which have the greatest impact on you as a Westminster citizen. The following is a brief description of each ordinance, the department responsible for enforcing and administering it, and a phone number to call for assistance. It is unlawful to provide any alcoholic beverage to a person under the age of 21 years. It is unlawful for any person to drink, posses or have under his control any alcoholic beverage in an open container in a public place.
Livestock is restricted to limited land use categories.
All animals must be physically controlled when off the owner's property. Each residence shall not have any combination of adult dogs and cats in excess of 3 in number. 2075 Building permits are required prior to construction of fences, sprinkler systems, sheds over 120 square feet, carports, patio covers, decks over 30 inches off the ground, interior remodeling, reroofing, furnace and water heater replacements and electrical and plumbing remodeling, as well as gas log installations. Building a fence or installing landscaping on a corner lot requires a site triangle for vehicular traffic. All landscaping on corners must be kept below 36 inches.