Denver is considering an amendment to the city code to regulate scrap metal sales, mirroring its current rules for sales of used catalytic converters.
The proposed amendment would require junk dealers to meet additional requirements before accepting or purchasing scrap metal.
Among the proposed changes are a requirement for a “junk dealer” license from the Department of Excise & Licenses to run a scrap yard, detailed seller records including vehicle information and affidavits confirming lawful possession, and a ban on cash payments to ensure all transactions are tracked…