In a recent government meeting, officials discussed the rezoning application for Wildhorse Ranch Filing Number 3, located at 1900 West 58th Avenue in Golden, Colorado. The proposal, submitted by Wadsworth Capital LLC, seeks to rezone approximately 22.56 acres from a planned development to a new planned development, allowing for the construction of up to 90 single-family detached homes.

Case manager Reid Powers presented an overview of the application, highlighting the compatibility of the proposed development with surrounding land uses, which include existing residential areas and agricultural land. The proposed density of 3.99 dwellings per acre aligns with the comprehensive master plan's maximum allowance of four dwellings per acre.

Powers noted that the application includes measures to mitigate potential impacts, such as a 25-foot landscape buffer to separate residential and agricultural uses, and a traffic study indicating that the existing road network can accommodate the anticipated increase in traffic. Additionally, the development plan addresses environmental concerns related to a creek running through the property, designating it as open space with limited access for a roadway crossing.

The North Table Mountain Water and Sanitation District and Fairmont Fire Protection District confirmed their ability to provide necessary services for the proposed development. Powers concluded that the application meets all five criteria for rezoning, including compatibility with existing land uses, conformance to the comprehensive master plan, and no negative effects on the health and safety of surrounding residents.

Public notice and communication regarding the rezoning have been conducted in accordance with Jefferson County regulations, and feedback from the community has been collected. The Planning Commission will review the application and make a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners, with a hearing scheduled for October 15th. If approved, the applicant will proceed with further planning and permitting processes to begin construction.