Fireworks Restrictions

fireworks

In accordance with City of Colstrip Code 5-5-3, the only time it is permissible to detonate, combust or display legally authorized fireworks is from July 1st through July 4th from eleven o’clock (11:00) a.m. to eleven o’clock (11:00) p.m., except that fireworks will be allowed to be detonated until midnight on July 4th.
Fireworks are only allowed to be detonated, combusted or displayed during the time period known as Colstrip Days with prior authorization obtained in advance through the special event permit process.
Anyone wishing to obtain permission through the special event permit process must submit a completed application form to the office of the Colstrip City Clerk/Treasurer no later than noon on June 16, 2021. Special event application forms can be obtained at Colstrip City Hall or online at www.cityofcolstrip.com.


Duty To Remove Weeds/Offending Vegetation

In accordance with City of Colstrip Code 4-2-2, the existence of weeds and offending vegetation constitutes a public nuisance.
Iweedst is the duty of every owner of a developed parcel of land to cut, destroy or remove all weeds/offending vegetation in excess of nine (9) inches in height growing thereon to a height of four (4) inches or less.

It is the duty of every owner of an undeveloped parcel of land to cut, destroy or remove all weeds/offending vegetation in excess of twelve (12) inches in height to four (4) inches or less.
Failure to comply may cause the city to provide for the removal and charge the cost, along with a 25% administrative fee and a $25.00 penalty, against the property owner.