Boulder County Comprehensive Plan Water Supply and Strategic Growth - BCCP-25-0001

Background

Senate Bill 24-174 Sustainable Affordable Housing Assistance (“the Act”) was passed by the legislature and became effective on May 30, 2024. The Act requires that by December 31, 2026, local governments include water supply and strategic growth elements in their comprehensive plans; the Boulder County Comprehensive Plan in the case of Boulder County. These elements must also be updated on a five-year basis. The state intends for these elements to “encourage smarter land use, prevent sprawl, and ensure alignment between development and available water resources.” Additional information is available on DOLA’s water supply guidance webpage and strategic growth webpage.

Upcoming Public Meetings and Hearings

Planning Commission Public Meeting, Wednesday, April 15, at 1:30 p.m.

Study session regarding update to the Boulder County Comprehensive Plan to include a water supply and strategic growth element as required by the state for comprehensive plans by December 31, 2026.
Action Requested: Informational item only; no action requested; discussion / feedback from Planning Commission.
Staff Planner: Ethan Abner
Documents: View the BCCP-25-0002 Staff Packet for April 15, 2026

Detailed meeting information, including how to attend or participate, can be found on the Planning Commission Calendar Event Page for April 15.

Contact

Ethan Abner, Long Range Planner II
303-682-6892
eabner@bouldercounty.gov