Residential Yard of the Month Program

• Only the portion of the yard visible from the street will be evaluated, including front and side yards.
• All residential property types within Commerce City—owner‑occupied, rental, single‑family, and multi‑family—are eligible.
• Yards of all design styles are welcome, including native, water‑wise, pollinator‑friendly, and xeriscape landscaping, provided they comply with all adopted city codes and requirements.
• Properties must not have any active property maintenance code violations under Municipal Code Chapter 6 or be in violation of any section of the Land Development Code (Chapter 21).
• Properties must be located within Commerce City jurisdictional limits.
• A property may win only once per ward per calendar year.
• If no public nominations are received, the program committee will identify and nominate eligible properties.

Maintenance and Overall Care
Evaluates the general condition, upkeep, and consistency of the yard.

• Yard is clean, orderly, and free of litter, debris, or excessive outdoor storage.

• Grass or groundcover—if present—is maintained with no significant bare patches or uncontrolled weeds.

• Plants of any type (grass, shrubs, perennials, annuals, native species, or xeriscape vegetation) appear tended, pruned as appropriate, and healthy.

• Walkways, driveways, and curb areas are clear, safe to access, and free from dirt or clutter.

• Fences, porches, visible structures, and exterior building elements are in reasonable repair.

Landscape Design and Visual Appeal

 Focuses on intentional layout, visual coherence, and creativity.

• Yard demonstrates a cohesive, thoughtful, or well‑organized design—whether formal, informal, minimal, natural, or artistic.

• Plantings, beds, and natural areas are maintained with weeds removed, and dead plants cleared.

• Color, texture, and plant variety may contribute to visual appeal but are not required.

• Decorative elements (e.g., pots, small yard art, hanging baskets, bird feeders) may enhance the space but are optional and evaluated equally regardless of material.

The date of your submission may carry over into the next month's list of nominations, but please expect the date of your submission to reflect what month you are nominating someone for.

• June: May 1–May 24

• July: June 1–June 24

• August: July 1–July 24

• September: Aug. 1–Aug. 24

A property cannot win if it:

• Is in violation of any city ordinance

• Is currently for sale or rent

• Has already won during the current year

• Does not permit the city to publish photos of the yard

• Ward 1(PDF, 640KB)
• Ward 2(PDF, 525KB)
• Ward 3(PDF, 557KB)
• Ward 4(PDF, 482KB)