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Castle Pines Rueter-Hess Day

August 4 Update: Registration has closed as all spaces have been filled. 

Sunday, August 10 is Castle-Pines Day at Rueter Hess! Castle Pines residents are invited to spend the day kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, or simply enjoying a picnic or hike near the water. (Maximum capacity has been reached for fishing, so that activity is no longer available.)

You can use your own water equipment or rent it in advance here. (Click on the Castle Pines Partner Day option.) Please note: Lifejackets are required for all water activities and can be rented in advance using this link if needed.

POSTPONED: Summer Splash Water Day

THE SUMMER SPLASH EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED TO AUGUST 12. 

Click here to go to the new event page.

Castle Pines residents are invited to enjoy a mid-week summer break during the Summer Splash Water Day! Get ready to glide down the free water slides and frolic in an epic foam party! It'll be a day filled with laughter, splashes, and unforgettable memories. A live DJ and food trucks will be available when you need a break.

Participants under 18 must be supervised by a parent or designated guardian during the entirety of the event. Children cannot be dropped off.

All participants must complete a waiver in advance of event. Those under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian.

2025 Summer Concert Series: Boogie Machine

The Summer Concert Series features free concerts from local bands at Coyote Ridge Park. Bring your lawn chair and get ready to groove! (Note: this concert is from 5-7 p.m.)

This concert will feature music from the 70s disco band Boogie Machine. Check out their website for a sneak peek!

2025 Summer Concert Series: Ninety2K

The Summer Concert Series features free concerts from local bands at Coyote Ridge Park. Bring your lawn chair and get ready to groove!

This concert will feature music from the 90s and 2000s from Ninety2K. Visit their website to get a sneak peek!

Food Truck Frenzy

Save the date for the annual Food Truck Frenzy event to kick off summer in Castle Pines. Bring your friends and neighbors, and we'll see you there!

Teen Pickleball Power 1.5 Hour Series

Is your teen looking for something fun to do this summer? Kids ages 12-16 are invited to participate in Teen Power 1.5 Hours at Coyote Ridge Park from 12 - 1:30 p.m. Whether they're aspiring pros or have never even picked up a paddle, they'll have a great time playing and meeting new friends on the court!

  • June 5
  • June 12
  • June 19

Space is limited. Register and purchase a spot before the class fills up!

Register

VIRTUAL: Planning Commission Special Meeting

Please visit the Planning Commission page for instructions on virtual attendance. Residents are invited to attend the meeting in person or online and there is always an opportunity to provide public comment.

We look forward to your participation.

About the Planning Commission and 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. in the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane in Castle Pines.

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.

May 1 Planning Commission Meeting Canceled

May 1, 2025 at 1:00 pm

The previously scheduled May 1 Planning Commission meeting is canceled. The Commission's next meeting is currently scheduled for May 8. A new agenda will be distributed before the meeting.

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. in the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane in Castle Pines.

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.

May 1 Planning Commission meeting agenda now available

April 30, 2025 at 2:41 pm

The agenda for the May 1 Planning Commission meeting is now available. The Commission will hold a virtual Special Meeting to continue discussions about the Unified Land Development Code Process. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. Attend the meeting virtually.

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. in the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane in Castle Pines.

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.

Life Time site improvement plan revision approved by Planning Commission

April 29, 2025 at 9:21 am

Rendering of a Life Time Fitness building with landscaping and a road in front.The Castle Pines Planning Commission approved a site improvement plan revision by Life Time Fitness during the April 24 Planning Commission meeting. The revision updates the fitness facility's building and parking layout while maintaining the company's wide variety of recreational amenities. The new design features a 102,460-square-foot building with two stories. The facility is anticipated to employ over 200 full-time and part-time employees. The facility will be located east of I-25, near Castle Pines Parkway and Canyonside Boulevard.

Facility amenities will include five pickleball courts, an outdoor resort-style pool with a combined lap and leisure pool, waterslides and associated pool deck, cabanas, and a poolside bistro. The facility is expected to include a salon and spa, cafe and lounge, and a Life Time Kids Academy that will feature a kids gym, multi-purpose room, art and tutoring classrooms, and a designated toddler area. Programming will also include studios for group fitness, such as yoga, cycling, pilates, and barre, training areas, and cardio and strength equipment.

Site plan of the proposed Life Time fitness facility.Schedule

Life Time has shared the following anticipated construction schedule. Construction is expected to take approximately 20 months to complete.

  • May 2025 - site prep work begins
  • Summer 2025 - dirt removal to off-site location begins
  • Late 2026 - Facility opens

About Life Time

Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its portfolio of 185 athletic country clubs across the United States and Canada, the complimentary, comprehensive Life Time app and nearly 30 of the most iconic athletic events in the country. The health and wellness pioneer uniquely serves people 90 days to 90+ years old through its healthy living, healthy aging, healthy entertainment communities and ecosystem, along with a range of healthy way of life programs and information, and highly trusted LTH nutritional supplements and products. Life Time was recently certified as a Great Place to Work®reinforcing its commitment to fostering an exceptional workplace culture on behalf of its more than 49,000 dedicated team members.

 

 

April 24 Planning Commission Meeting Wrap-Up

April 25, 2025 at 11:58 am

Highlights for the April 24 Planning Commission meeting include:

  • Approval of a major revision to the Life Time Fitness Site Improvement Plan.
  • A presentation from the Douglas County Housing Partnership on affordable housing.

View the April 24 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. in the Douglas County Library, 360 Village Square Lane in Castle Pines.

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 on the City's website.