Code Enforcement

The mission and goal of our code enforcement efforts are to work with our residents and businesses to create a safe and healthy environment in which to live and work, while protecting the visual conditions and enhancing the quality of life within our neighborhoods and business districts.

Complaints regarding Pride Code violations may be registered on a complaint form.

Completed complaint forms may be dropped off at Town Hall or emailed to Town Clerk. Complaints may be anonymous. To submit an anonymous complaint, complete a complaint form and place it in the drop box located outside of the front door of Town Hall.

Common Violations

The following is a list of some of the most common issues investigated and handled by our Code Enforcement.

Vegetation: Property is to be kept mowed and maintained. Weeds and tall grasses in excess of 6-inches on all properties located within the town limits shall mowed or removed. Allowable grass/weeds length for property zoned A1 Agriculture is 12-inches.

Please note: Excessive weeds contribute to Fire Hazards!

Property Maintenance: Property is to be kept free from any conditions which would cause the property to become unsightly, including any accumulation of garbage, rubbish, litter or debris which include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Landscape trimmings (grass, tree trimmings)
  • Construction materials
  • Old furniture, furniture parts
  • Abandoned/neglected equipment
  • Auto parts/scrap metal
  • Household fixtures/appliances
  • Vehicles (abandoned, dismantled, wrecked, inoperative vehicles, or parts)

These items must be stored away from public view and/or removed from the property.

Illegal Dumping: Illegal dumping of any kind such as waste, trash, junk or debris in any unauthorized area is prohibited in the Town of Silver Cliff. Illegal dumping is commonly found in areas such as vacant lots, along roadways and at construction sites. Please Contact the Custer County Landfill for Hours.

Campers and Recreational Vehicles: Campers and any other recreational vehicle must be stored off the street in an area designated on your property for vehicle storage. Campers and any recreational vehicles may be temporarily stored on the street in front of the occupant's house for no longer than 48 hours at a time for loading and offloading purposes only.

Fences: Unless otherwise prohibited, you can install a privacy fence maximum of 6-feet in height, using common fencing materials with required permit and pin location. This is handled by the Building and Zoning Official, please call 719-783-3034.

General Complaints - Who Handles What

Public Works

  • Phone:719-285-3558
  • Graffiti in Public Places
  • Public Area Maintenance (Parks and Trails)
  • Road Maintenance
  • Street Lights and Signs

Custer County Sheriff's Office

  • Non-Emergency Line 719-783-2270
  • Animal Complaints- Noise or Excessive Number of Cats or Dogs
  • Criminal Activity
  • Drug-Related Activity
  • Parking Complaints
    • Vehicle Parking on Public Streets or Alleys
    • RV Parking on Public Streets
    • Abandoned or Unlicensed Vehicles on Public Streets or Alleys
  • Noise Complaints (i.e. Music, Vehicles, Nuisance, Jake Brakes
  • Speeding and Stop Sign Complaints/Violations

Building & Zoning Office

  • Phone: 719-783-3034
  • Location of Property Lines
  • Building Code Violations

Wet Mountain Animal Welfare

  • Phone: 719-430-5494
  • Stray or loose dogs

Round Mountain Water & Sewer

  • Phone: 719-783-2604
  • Water and Sewer Complaints

Black Hills Energy

  • Phone: 888-890-5554 
  • Sangre de Cristo Electric Phone: 719-395-2412
  • Trees on Electrical Power Lines