Castle Rock's Planning Commission is set to recommend the approval of a new zoning classification for a town-owned parcel known as East Plum Creek Trail, following a meeting held on July 24, 2025. This decision is part of a broader initiative to incorporate various town-owned properties currently under Douglas County jurisdiction into the town itself.

The proposed zoning change to Public Land 2 (PL 2) is aimed at maintaining the parcel's passive use, which includes open spaces and trails, without any significant alterations to its current state. The area, which spans 0.21 acres, is located just west of the Plum Creek Golf Course and is currently zoned as AG 1 by Douglas County, allowing for certain agricultural uses. However, the town has no plans to change its use, ensuring that the existing trail will remain intact and maintained by the town.

During the meeting, staff emphasized the importance of this zoning change, noting that it aligns with the town's comprehensive master plan and zoning criteria. The commission's recommendation will be forwarded to the town council, which will hold a public hearing on the annexation and zoning proposal on August 19, 2025.

This move is part of a two-year effort to clean up and integrate town-owned properties that have historically remained outside town boundaries, thereby streamlining emergency services and governance. The commission's discussions highlighted the significance of this zoning change in enhancing community access to public land while ensuring efficient management of town resources.