New zoning definitions clarify where public EV charging is allowed across agricultural, commercial, and industrial areas
Weld County commissioners have approved updates to the county’s zoning code that clarify how and where electric vehicle (EV) charging stations may be installed, a move aimed at supporting transportation infrastructure while maintaining existing local permitting processes.
The Weld County Board of County Commissioners adopted an ordinance updating Chapter 23 of the Weld County Code to formally define “EV Charging Stations” and allow nonresidential charging stations as a use by right in Agricultural, Commercial, and Industrial zoning districts. The change does not affect residents’ or tenants’ ability to charge electric vehicles on property they own or lease in any zoning district…