The Planning Commission held a meeting on July 23. Highlights from the meeting include:
- The Planning Commission recommended approval of the proposed amendments to Section 27, which governs site improvement plans. Section 27 establishes the applicability, approval standards, review process, notice requirements, submittal requirements, and plan content standards for a site improvement plan, which is the document that depicts the design and layout of a building or structure, including site design elements such as building placement, building architecture, parking, walkways, landscaping, and drainage for a specific lot.
- Proposed changes include removing the approval standards "Furthers public health, safety, and welfare" and "Supports the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan," and replacing them with standards that provide a clearer basis for findings and decisions. The proposed changes also include changing the Planning Commission's consideration of a site improvement plan from a public meeting to a public hearing.
- A complete list of the proposed changes is available in the staff report included in item 7a of the meeting agenda.
- The proposed amendments to Section 27 will require a review and decision by the City Council at a public hearing currently scheduled for the August 25 City Council meeting.
View the July 23 Planning Commission meeting agenda for more information about all agenda items. Visit the Planning Commission webpage to view the meeting recording or for more information about the Commission.
About the Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment
The City of Castle Pines Planning Commission deliberates and makes recommendations to the City Council on land-use applications, proposed long-range policy planning documents, and zoning regulations. The Commission consists of seven residents from various backgrounds who are appointed by the City Council. The Commission meets on the fourth Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at the Castle Pines Community Room (7404 Yorkshire Drive).
The City of Castle Pines Board of Adjustment holds public hearings on variance requests and considers appeals to interpretations made by City staff. The Board of Adjustment is comprised of the same members as the Planning Commission and meets on the same meeting days, as needed.
For more information about the Planning Commission, visit the Commission's webpage.