There is no currently active annexation petition under consideration, including the Crowsnest property or any other property, by the City of Castle Pines. The applicant withdrew its annexation petition in March. During the March 24 City Council meeting, Council approved Resolution 26-23 accepting the withdrawal of the petition and terminating the application, while also imposing a stay for at least 120 days on any annexation applications. The resolution also directed staff to begin developing an Annexation Policy for any future annexation applications, if any, submitted to the City. The intent of this policy is to establish criteria, informed by resident input, to guide future discussions on annexation applications submitted by property owners. Public engagement for the policy development is expected to begin in late spring and continue into the summer. More details will be available in May 2026.

Following the end of the 120-day stay on annexation petitions, if a property owner (Crowsnest property or other properties) wishes to annex into the City of Castle Pines, they must begin the annexation petition process from the beginning. This would involve several steps, including substantial compliance, an eligibility hearing, and public hearings for annexation and zoning designations as outlined by state law. If an application is received, the public would be notified via the City’s communication protocols, including website updates, email, social media, public notices in local newspapers, and other mediums as appropriate.

Last Updated: April 15, 2026

The owners of the former Safeway site are currently seeking a tenant to fill the vacant site. Safeway previously had a multi-year lease in place for the property. However, that lease was terminated last year. Following that lease termination, the property owner entered into an agreement with a private fitness facility known as Engage: A Total Wellness Community. However, that agreement is no longer in place.

The property owner is actively searching for a new tenant to fill the space. We'll share information on a new tenant when available.

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

The City does not directly “pick” which businesses come to Castle Pines. Like all municipalities, we use the approved zoning to determine what types of businesses are allowed in certain areas. These zoning decisions are made when a property is incorporated into the city limits.

Every piece of property within city limits has designated zoning conditions. Property owners may choose to develop their land, as long as that development complies with current approved zoning and City code. If a property owner wishes to develop in a way that doesn’t comply with the property’s current zone, the owner may petition the City Council for a rezoning.

To support development, the City works with property and business owners to process land use applications in accordance with the City's codes and Comprehensive Plan. However, while the City may help support the development process, we do not choose or dictate the individual businesses or tenants.

How businesses establish a presence:

• Property owner is willing to have a commercially zoned area developed
• Property owner connects with potential business owner
• Business owner becomes interested in the land
• Business may commence the building process if it meets the requirements of zoning and City code

It’s ultimately up to the property owner to connect with potential businesses to fill commercial zones, as the City cannot force a landowner to develop their property. \

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

While there are hundreds of acres of dedicated open space throughout the community, not all undeveloped land is designated as open space. When property owners develop land in Castle Pines, they are required to dedicate portions of it for specific uses, such as schools, parks, and open space. However, just because land near your home—or elsewhere in the community—is undeveloped today does not mean it is permanently protected from future development. To find out the zoning designations of land in the City, visit the City's Public Map and select the "Existing and Project Land Use" label to see which areas are truly open space or other designations.

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

The City is currently working with a consultant to finalize an Economic Development Strategic Plan. This plan will provide recommendations on strategies to improve economic development activities in the City while keeping in mind limitations and restraints (vacant land is owned by a small number of landowners, property owners of existing businesses prefer to choose their own tenants, etc.). More information about this process is available on the City’s website at: https://www.castlepinesco.gov/economic-development-strategic-plan/. The plan is expected to be finalized and adopted by City Council later this year.

In terms of business attraction and retention, the City places an emphasis on being an easy place for business owners to do business. This includes quick approvals and turnaround times for business licensing and permitting. The City also created the Castle Pines Urban Renewal Authority (URA) in May 2023 to help revitalize areas in the Business Zone District. The URA allows more flexibility in what commercial property owners can do with their property; allows taxes to be spent on improvements within a targeted area; identifies capital improvements needed to accommodate future investment; potentially provides property redevelopment/expansion financial assistance; and balances growth across the community. More information about the URA is available at https://www.castlepinesco.gov/urban-renewal/. Finally, the City created the Open Rewards program in November 2025 to encourage residents to shop local and support Castle Pines businesses. This program offers a 5% reward to program participants who shop local in Castle Pines. Learn more about the Open Rewards program, including how to register, at https://www.castlepinesco.gov/open-rewards-shop-local/.

Outside of programs and initiatives, the City also supports the Castle Pines Chamber of Commerce via financial contributions and event partnerships to help provide resources for local small business owners. Ultimately, the success of local businesses will depend on residents and visitors shopping at local stores and purchasing goods and services. The City will continue to work with business owners and property owners to ensure that doing business in the City of Castle Pines is easy while limiting barriers to entry for prospective new businesses.

One key consideration: the City can make it easy to do business and provide incentives (if available) to attract businesses. However, the City cannot require property owners to build on their land or to bring specific types of businesses to Castle Pines. These decisions are often driven by market conditions, such as the number of nearby residential units, the proximity of competitors, and other factors. Additionally, providing incentives, such as sales tax rebates, could reduce the revenue needed to maintain infrastructure, including roads, parks, and trails.

Last Updated: April 7, 2026

There is no active lawsuit related to the previously proposed McDonald’s near Lagae Road and Castle Pines Parkway. The applicant, CP Commercial, LLC, filed a lawsuit against the Castle Pines City Council following the Council’s decision to deny a site improvement plan for a McDonald’s fast-food restaurant building during the May 28, 2024 City Council meeting. In August 2025, a district court judge in Douglas County sided with the City of Castle Pines in upholding the City Council’s denial of a McDonald’s drive-through restaurant in the Parkway Plaza development. The judge found that the City’s decision was based on competent evidence presented during the public hearing for the application. The court also ruled that the City Council did not misapply the law or abuse its discretion in denying the McDonald’s application. CP Commercial, LLC did not file an appeal, and no further activity has occurred related to the denied site improvement plan.

More details are available at https://www.castlepinesco.gov/cp-commercial-llc-lawsuit/.

Last Updated: April 7, 2026

The City of Castle Pines is not affiliated with your homeowner's association (HOA). To contact your HOA or to pay HOA-related dues, please reach out to your HOA representative. Not sure which HOA you live in? Use the City's HOA Lookup Map to find which HOA your property is located in.

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

The City of Castle Pines does not coordinate trash pickup service. This service is typically handled through your homeowner's association (HOA). Not sure which HOA you live in? Use the City's HOA Lookup Map to find which HOA your property is located in.

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

Life Time has indicated that they do not plan to provide residency-based discounts when it opens later this year. Membership decisions would be on an individual/family basis.

Regarding neighborhood amenity centers: Neighborhood amenity centers are typically planned for and constructed by a developer when it designs and builds a residential community. The developer for the North Pine Vistas Metro District (which includes the Timberline neighborhood) did not include plans for a neighborhood amenity center when gaining approval to construct residential units. Therefore, there were not previously, nor are there future, plans for a neighborhood amenity center in this area of the city. Several years ago, the City conducted outreach to gauge interest in a municipal recreation facility. While there was interest in having such a facility, there was not significant interest from residents to pay the additional costs to construct, operate, and maintain a facility.

Finally, there is no currently protected property within the City of Castle Pines city limits that is protected by the state due to elk migration.

Last Updated: April 7, 2026

Yes, the City Council approved a renovation contract for the Castle Pines Community Center, located at 7404 Yorkshire Drive, during the February 10 City Council meeting. The Community Center is closed for renovation, with the project expected to be completed by late summer 2026. After the renovations are complete, the Community Center will reopen for room reservations. The renovations will include improvements to lighting, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and interior spaces. The renovations will improve an existing community asset and create an upgraded meeting space for residents, City meetings, and local organizations.

Once the renovations are complete, City Council, Planning Commission, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, and Urban Renewal Authority meetings will be held at the Castle Pines Community Center moving forward. Resident and community group rentals will resume following construction.

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

The splash pad at Elk Ridge Park is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There are 30-minute breaks at 12 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. so the splash pad system can recycle and recalibrate before resuming operation.

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

Yes, reservations and a permit are required to use the fields at parks managed by the City of Castle Pines. Visit parks.castlepinesco.gov for more information and to make a reservation.

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

City staff and plow operators plan for each snowfall. When snow is predicted, snow removal personnel report for duty and are assigned designated snow routes ahead of time. However, every snow event is different, and we regularly make adjustments to our snow removal operations based on the changing weather conditions and any requests for access from emergency or police services. Visit CastlePinesCO.gov/Snow for more information, including a plow tracking map.

Road Priorities

We maintain our public streets in the following order:

• Priority 1 - Arterial roadways: These streets are the City’s primary access roads and provide critical connections throughout the community, including access to school zones, major office areas, or designated emergency routes. Priority 1 streets are the first to be cleared during a snowstorm, and only after they are considered safe and passable will plow operators and equipment move to Priority 2 roads. Examples include Castle Pines Parkway, Monarch Boulevard, Lagae Road, Mira Vista Lane, and Buffalo Trail.
• Priority 2 - Collector roadways: These streets provide primary access into and out of residential areas. Examples include Daniels Gate Road/Grigs Road, Buffalo Trail, Hidden Point Boulevard, Crossing Circle, Yorkshire Drive, Oxford Drive, and Shoreham Drive.
• Priority 3 - Local roadways: When Priority 1 and 2 streets are passable, these smaller residential streets, cul-de-sacs, and all other roads will be plowed.

If you have questions or concerns about snow and ice removal, please email PWRequests@castlepinesco.gov. This inbox is the quickest way to receive a response about snow and ice concerns after a snowstorm.

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

You can submit a concern about roads, street signs, noise, parks, or other City services using the City's Report a Concern form.

Is your concern an after-hours emergency? Please call 303-392-5199 for issues that require immediate attention.

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

The reconstruction of westbound Castle Pines Parkway (from Monarch Boulevard to Forest Park Drive) is expected to begin in early June 2026. This will include a complete reconstruction of the westbound lanes – much like the project that repaved the eastbound lanes in 2025. Additionally, crews will complete a process known as “diamond grinding” on Castle Pines Parkway between Forest Park Drive and Buffalo Trail. This section does not require a complete reconstruction based on current conditions. Diamond grinding will smooth the roadway and significantly improve drivability. With these improvements beginning in the next couple of months, we do not currently anticipate interim repairs, unless a need for an emergency repair arises.

More information on this project can be found at CastlePinesCO.gov/CPP. Additional information will be added later this spring as project details and plans are confirmed with the contractor.

Last Update: April 7, 2026

The City of Castle Pines does not provide drinking water or wastewater services. These services are handled by the Castle Pines North Metropolitan District (residents west of I-25) or the Parker Water and Sanitation District (residents east of I-25). Please contact these entities for concerns or questions about drinking water or wastewater.

Stormwater Management

The City of Castle Pines does provide stormwater management for residents. These services are provided to improve the quality of water runoff entering the storm drain system and receiving streams. The program plays a critical role in controlling flooding, enhancing safety, protecting the environment, and meeting the requirements of federal environmental regulations.

Castle Pines holds an Environmental Protection Agency Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit, which requires the City to monitor, maintain, and control its stormwater facilities. Stormwater must be managed for the good of the entire community because water runoff does not follow subdivision or community boundaries. The City is responsible for the repair and maintenance of existing stormwater facilities as well as the construction of needed capital improvement projects related to the stormwater system. More information about stormwater management is available on the Stormwater webpage.

For questions about stormwater, email stormwater@castlepinesco.gov.

Last Updated: March 3, 2026

Yes, the City invoices property owners each year for the annual stormwater management fee. Visit the City's Stormwater webpage for more information about the fee or to make a payment.

What is the purpose of the stormwater management fee?

To cover the costs of managing and maintaining stormwater infrastructure, residents and commercial property owners pay an annual stormwater utility fee. This annual fee provides dedicated funding for the City's management of stormwater system infrastructure.

Many property owners formerly paid a stormwater fee as a part of their water bill from the Castle Pines North Metropolitan District (CPNMD). However, when the City began operating and maintaining the public stormwater system in early 2023, CPNMD ceased collection of a stormwater fee. The City began collecting a citywide stormwater fee for the second half of 2023. Moving forward, the fee will be collected on an annual basis.

The stormwater utility fee allows the City to provide an upgraded, consistent service across the entire city. Collecting a stormwater utility fee aligns with other Front Range municipalities and enables the City to ensure proper funding levels to meet stormwater system infrastructure needs moving forward.