Commissioners: “We will continue to value, respect, and support all individuals as we serve the people of Boulder County.” Read full message.

Immigrant Resources, including a Know Your Rights Booklet, available on the Immigration Resources webpage.

Boulder County government offices closed Monday, Feb. 17, in observance of President’s Day.

Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan Major Update BVCP-25-0001

BVCP-25-0001: Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan Major Update

Overview

Since the 1970s, Boulder County and the City of Boulder have jointly adopted the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (BVCP) to guide planning and development in the city and surrounding area. Every ten years the BVCP undergoes a major update to reflect changing conditions and community values. Initial scoping for the BVCP 2025 update began in 2024. The update will address a wide range of topics to ensure the plan provides a relevant vision as Boulder Valley looks ahead.

Public Events and Meetings

A variety of additional ways to engage with the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (BVCP) update are rolling out in February and March. View more information on A Boulder Future website.

In Person

  • Feb. 13 – Grab a cup of coffee with us from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Ampersand Coffee Roasters, 6560 Odell Pl. Boulder, CO 80301
  • Feb. 14 – Join us on Pearl Street for Bike to Work Day

Community Office Hours

Drop in to talk to the project team about the update, ask questions and share your thoughts. Office hours are currently planned for:

  • Feb. 20, noon to 2 p.m., at Boulder Public Library, Flatirons Room, 1001 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder
  • March 19, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at East Boulder Community Center Ballroom, 5660 Sioux Dr., Boulder

Boulder Valley Planning Area

The planning area encompasses the Boulder Valley, which is generally defined as those areas bounded by the mountain backdrop on the west, 95th Street on the east, Davidson Mesa and the Coal Creek drainage on the southeast, the south county line on the south, Mineral Road on the northeast and Neva Road and Niwot Road on the north. The plan includes the City of Boulder and portions of unincorporated Boulder County surrounding the city, including Gunbarrel (it does not include neighboring communities such as Niwot, Louisville, and Lafayette). The current boundaries of the planning area are as shown on the Planning Areas I, II, III Map.

Map showing the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan Areas.

A Boulder Today

As we embark on the major update to the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (BVCP) it’s important to understand the local context and trends of the Boulder Valley community, the environment and the region. This information will support community conversations and help policy-makers identify relevant issues for the update. This information also serves as a foundation for developing and refining future policies and metrics.

View the newly published existing conditions story maps

Get BVCP News

Receive email or text updates and notices of engagement activities and opportunities and meetings with about the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan.

For communications from Boulder County:

Sign Up for Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan (BVCP) Updates

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Reach Us Online

Visit the A Boulder Future webpage to fill out the latest set of community questions and/or share your thoughts on the BVCP Comments Form.

Public Hearings

The BVCP is adopted by four bodies, City Planning Board, City Council, Boulder County Planning Commission and the Boulder County Board of County Commissioners. Information on any upcoming meetings will be posted here.

Contact Us

Community Planning & Permitting

Ask a Planner
Email: planner@bouldercounty.gov
Phone:303-441-3930

Hours

Public Office Hours:
8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday

Virtual Service Hours:
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Tuesday
Schedule an Appointment

Mailing Address

Community Planning & Permitting
PO Box 471
Boulder, CO 80306
Community Planning & Permitting website

Location

Courthouse Annex Building
2045 13th St.
Boulder, CO 80302