Blue River, CO

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BLUE RIVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, September 1, 2026 5:30 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom.  The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Call to Order, Roll Call Approval of Minutes A. Minutes – August 4, 2026 Project Approval A. 1253 Indiana Creek Rd – New Construction Work Session A. Discussion of Blue River Wetland Protection Draft Language B. Proposed Amendment of LUC Shed Provisions Final Draft C. Proposed Amendment of LUC Garage Provisions Final Draft Adjourn BLUE RIVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, August 4, 2026 5:30 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Minutes Call to Order, Roll Call Chairman Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:33 PM. PRESENT: Commissioner Carlsted Commissioner Johnson Commissioner O’Brien Commissioner Manin ABSENT: Commissioner Beck Commissioner Cleary Also present: Town Manager Chad Hull Town Attorney Robert Widner Deputy Town Clerk John Debee Building Official Kyle Parag Building Inspector Whit Smith Approval of Minutes A. Minutes – July 7, 2026 Commissioner Carlsted moved and Commissioner O’Brien provided a second to approve the minutes of the July 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting. All ayes – motion pa …

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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 17:00

General

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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Commission

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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

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Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Commission

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Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

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Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Commission

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Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

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Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Commission

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Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

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Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Commission

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Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

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Tue Mar 2, 2027 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Commission

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Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

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Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Commission

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Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

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Tue May 4, 2027 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Commission

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Tue May 18, 2027 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

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Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Commission

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Tue Jul 6, 2027 · 18:00

Planning and Zoning Commission

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Recent meetings

Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 17:00

General

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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 17:00

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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 17:00

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Board to finalize short-term rental rules for 2027-2028

The Blue River Board of Trustees is holding a special work session to continue developing a short-term rental (STR) ordinance. They will discuss and give direction on zone caps, grandfathering existing licenses, and new license application processes for 2027, as well as rental night limits, minimum stay lengths, and occupancy caps for 2028. The board will also hold an executive session on a personnel matter.

Confirm zone concept and caps for STR zones
Grandfathering of currently licensed STRs
New license application process: first come/first served or lottery
Maximum and minimum annual rental nights for 2028
Minimum stay length and maximum occupancy for STRs

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES SPECIAL MEETING Tuesday, August 25, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom. Please note, however, that public comments will not be taken virtually, but will only be accepted in-person during public comment periods. The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Please Note: This is a special meeting of the Board of Trustees to enable the Board to focus its attention on specific issues that will become future topics for citizen input. Call to Order – Roll Call Communications to the Board of Trustees Citizens are welcome to provide in-person comments on non-Agenda items. Comments are limited to 5-minutes per speaker. Written communications for any non-Agenda items will be distributed separately to the Board of Trustees. Work Session Blue River Work Session - Short Term Rentals Session #4 - Tuesday, August 25, 2025 Note: This Agenda is proposed to guide the Board of Trustees in its discussions of policy concerning short-term rentals (STRs) within the Town of Blue River. This agenda may be formally or informally amended during the Work Session. 1. Brief Description of Policy #2 & 3 Work Sessions (Hull & Widner) 2. Intended Scope of Policy Session #4 (Widner & Hull) 3. Presentation of New Data …

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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

Blue River trustees to vote on zoning changes and dock rules

The Blue River Board of Trustees will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances amending the Transition Zone District (minimum lot size, width, setbacks) and repealing a related land development code section. They will also consider resolutions to repeal boat dock rules at the Tarn and authorize the town manager to make COLOTRUST transfers, plus discuss a bylaw policy for agenda setting.

Ordinance 2026-06: Amends Transition Zone District (TD) to set minimum lot size, minimum lot width, and amend setbacks
Ordinance 2026-07: Repeals Section 17-1-30.1 of the Land Development Code effective Oct 1, 2026, contingent on Ordinance 2026-06 being in effect
Resolution 2026-10: Repeals Resolution 13-05, which adopted rules for boat docks licensed at the Tarn
Resolution 2026-11: Authorizes town manager to make transfers to/from town accounts at COLOTRUST
Work session: Discussion on a bylaw policy for agenda setting

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING Tuesday, August 18, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom. Please note, however, that public comments will not be taken virtually, but will only be accepted in- person during public comment periods. The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Call to Order – Roll Call Approval of Agenda/Consent Agenda 1. Approval of Minutes a. Regular Meeting of July 21, 2026 b. Special Meeting of July 27, 2026 c. Subcommittee Meeting of July 31, 2026 d. Special Meeting of August 12, 2026 2. Approval of Financial Report a. Period Ending July 31, 2026 Communications to the Board of Trustees Citizens are welcome to provide in-person comments on non-Agenda items. Comments are limited to 5-minutes per speaker. Written communications for any non-Agenda items will be distributed separately to the Board of Trustees. Work Session 1. A Discussion by the Board of Trustees regarding a Bylaw Policy for Agenda Setting New Business 1. Resolution No. 2026-10 a. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-10 – a Resolution Repealing Resolution No. 13- 05, A Resolution Adopting Rules and Regulations for the Use of Boat Docks Licensed at the Tarn 2. Resolution No. 2026-11 a. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-11 – a Resolution …

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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 17:00

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Board to discuss short-term rental policy for future ordinance changes

The Blue River Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss short-term rental policy as a basis for potential amendments to the Town's Short-Term Rental Program and Ordinance. This is a work session, so no formal decisions are expected; the discussion will inform future citizen input and possible ordinance changes. Public comments are accepted in person only, not virtually.

Work session on short-term rental policy
Potential amendments to Short-Term Rental Program and Ordinance

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES SPECIAL MEETING Tuesday, August 12, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom. Please note, however, that public comments will not be taken virtually, but will only be accepted in- person during public comment periods. The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Please Note: This is a special meeting of the Board of Trustees to enable the Board to focus its attention on specific issues that will become future topics for citizen input. Call to Order – Roll Call Communications to the Board of Trustees Citizens are welcome to provide in-person comments on non-Agenda items. Comments are limited to 5-minutes per speaker. Written communications for any non-Agenda items will be distributed separately to the Board of Trustees. Work Session 1. A work session to discuss short-term rental policy as a basis for focusing the Board’s ongoing work concerning potential amendments to the Town’s Short-Term Rental Program and Ordinance. New Business 1. None Adjourn

Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 17:30

Planning and Zoning Commission

Blue River Planning and Zoning Commission meets Aug 4 to review new construction and wetland rules

The Blue River Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public meeting on August 4, 2026, at 5:30 PM to discuss and potentially approve a new construction project at 6871 Hwy 9, review a work session for a property at 1253 Indiana Creek Rd, and consider proposed amendments to the Land Use Code (LUC) regarding shed and garage provisions and the Blue River Wetland Protection Program.

Review new construction project at 6871 Hwy 9
Work session for 1253 Indiana Creek Rd new construction
Proposed amendment of LUC Shed Provisions
Proposed amendment of LUC Garage Provisions
Discussion of Blue River Wetland Protection Program Items

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✓ Decided: Commission sets interim 12-foot wetland buffer and proposes shed regulation changes

The Commission established an interim 12-foot no-soil-disturbance buffer for wetlands. It also reached consensus to recommend repealing Ordinance 2025-03 to restrict shed sizes and mandate design-matching. An application for exterior improvements at 6871 Highway 9 was tabled due to insufficient information.

Approved June 2026 meeting minutes (All ayes)
Tabled application for 6871 Highway 9 exterior improvements (All ayes)
Established interim 12-foot no-soil-disturbance buffer from delineated wetland edges
Reached consensus to recommend repeal of Ordinance 2025-03 regarding shed regulations
Proposed reverting shed limits to a maximum of two sheds at 200 square feet each
Proposed changing shed design-matching from 'encouraged' to 'required'

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BLUE RIVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, August 4, 2026 5:30 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom.  The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Call to Order, Roll Call Approval of Minutes A. Minutes – July 7, 2026 Project Approval A. 6871 Hwy 9 – Addition Work Session A. 1253 Indiana Creek Rd – New Construction Work Session B. Discussion of Blue River Wetland Protection Program Items B. Proposed Amendment of LUC Shed Provisions C. Proposed Amendment of LUC Garage Provisions Adjourn

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BLUE RIVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, July 7, 2026 5:30 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Minutes Call to Order, Roll Call Chairman Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:42 PM. PRESENT: Commissioner Beck Commissioner Carlsted Commissioner Cleary Commissioner Johnson Commissioner O’Brien Commissioner Manin ABSENT: None Also present: Town Manager Chad Hull Town Attorney Robert Widner – virtual attendance Approval of Minutes A. Minutes – June 2, 2026 Commissioner Cleary moved and Commissioner Carlsted provided a second to approve the minutes of the June 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting. All ayes – motion passed. Project Approval B. 6871 Highway 9 - Addition The Building Official submitted a Planning/Zoning/Architectural Guidelines Review in the agenda packet indicating the proposed project's full or partial compliance with all Development Standards. The Commission reviewed the application for proposed porch additions, roof work, siding, decks, and related exterior improvements at 6871 Highway 9. The Commission discussed whether the proposed work triggered requirements under the Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code, including the threshold that may require broader compliance when 25% or more of exterior walls or roof coverings are repaired, reconstructed, or effectively replaced. Members noted that the staff review referenced the possible 25% threshold but did not include a calculat …

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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 17:00

General

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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 17:00

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Blue River Board of Trustees to hold work session on short-term rental policy

The Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss short-term rental policy. This discussion serves as a basis for potential future amendments to the Town’s Short-Term Rental Program and Ordinance.

Work session regarding short-term rental policy and ordinance amendments

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES SPECIAL MEETING Monday, July 27, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom. Please note, however, that public comments will not be taken virtually, but will only be accepted in- person during any public comment periods. The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Please Note: This is a special meeting of the Board of Trustees to enable the Board to focus its attention on specific issues that will become future topics for citizen input. Call to Order – Roll Call Communications to the Board of Trustees Citizens are welcome to provide in-person comments on non-Agenda items. Comments are limited to 5-minutes per speaker. Written communications for any non-Agenda items will be distributed separately to the Board of Trustees. Work Session 1. A work session to discuss short-term rental policy as a basis for focusing the Board’s ongoing work concerning potential amendments to the Town’s Short-Term Rental Program and Ordinance. New Business 1. None Adjourn

Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

Board to consider plat amendment for 0166 Mountain View

The Board of Trustees will vote on an ordinance to consolidate two lots into a new lot. The meeting includes a work session on agenda item placement and a follow-up discussion regarding short-term rentals.

Ordinance No. 2026-05: Plat amendment to consolidate Lots 138 and 165 into Lot 138R (0166 Mountain View)
Draft Policy on Agenda Item Placement
Follow-up discussion on June 30th Short-Term Rental Special Meeting
Executive session regarding Town authority to grant permits for private property access
Executive session regarding Fair Labor Standards Act and labor law obligations

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✓ Decided: Board postpones short-term rental software contract and two land-use ordinances

The Board approved an IT contract with Verticomm Technologies and authorized the purchase of a replacement police vehicle. It postponed a short-term rental compliance software contract (Resolution 2026-09) until more pricing details are available, and postponed two land-use ordinances (2026-05 and 2026-06) to the July meeting. The Board also held a work session on the short-term rental moratorium and heard public comment on it.

Approved Resolution 2026-08 for IT and platform modification contract with Verticomm Technologies (all ayes)
Authorized manager's purchase of replacement police vehicle (all ayes)
Postponed Resolution 2026-09 for short-term rental compliance software to next agenda (all ayes)
Postponed Ordinance 2026-05 (Transition Zone District amendments) to July meeting (all ayes)
Postponed Ordinance 2026-06 (repealing Section 17-1-30.1) to July meeting (all ayes)
Approved consent agenda including minutes and financial report (all ayes)
Approved executive sessions for legal advice (all ayes)

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING Tuesday, July 21, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom. Please note, however, that public comments will not be taken virtually, but will only be accepted in- person during public comment periods. The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Call to Order – Roll Call Approval of Agenda/Consent Agenda 1. Approval of Minutes a. Regular Meeting of June 16, 2026 b. Special Meeting of June 30, 2026 2. Approval of Financial Report a. Period Ending June 30, 2026 Communications to the Board of Trustees Citizens are welcome to provide in-person comments on non-Agenda items. Comments are limited to 5-minutes per speaker. Written communications for any non-Agenda items will be distributed separately to the Board of Trustees. Work Session 1. Board Discussion of a Draft Policy on Agenda Item Placement New Business 1. Ordinance No. 2026-05 Approval of Ordinance No. 2026-05 – an Ordinance of the Board of Trustees of Blue River, Colorado, Approving a Plat Amendment to Consolidate Lots 138 and 165, Blue River Estates, Mountain View Subdivision, into a New Lot 138R (Addressed as 0166 Mountain View) Old Business 1. None Reports 1. Mayor & Trustee Reports 2. Town Attorney Reports 3. Staff R …

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING June 16, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Minutes Call to Order — Roll Call Mayor Pro Tem Jodie Willey called the meeting to order at 5:01 PM. PRESENT: _ Trustee Jodie Willey Trustee Jonathon Heckman Trustee Barrie Stimson Trustee Ben Stuckey Trustee Heather Demovic Trustee Ted Slaughter Absent: Mayor Nick Decicco Also present: Town Manager Chad Hull, Deputy Town Clerk John DeBee, Police Chief David Close, and Town Attorney Robert Widner. Approval of Agenda/Consent Agenda 1. Approval of Minutes a. Regular Meeting of May 19, 2026 b. Special Session of May 26, 2026 2. Approval of Financial Report a. Period Ending May 30, 2026 Trustee Slaughter moved to approve the Consent Agenda and Financial Report. Trustee Stuckey provided a second. All ayes — motion passed. Communications to the Board of Trustees Public comments were made by Dan Cleary, Paul Semmer, Larry Nelson, Martie Semmer, Christopher O’Bannon, Doug O’Brien, Lindsay Backas, and Chris Fillingham. Commenters generally focused on the Town’s short-term rental moratorium and related enforcement issues. Several speakers supported the Board's effort to revisit short-term rental policy and emphasized preservation of Blue River's natural residential character, the mission statement, and the need to address neighborhood impacts such as noise, parking, trespass, occupancy, water use, and fire risk. Other speakers questioned whether an emergency morator …

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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 17:30

Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning and Zoning Commission meets to discuss setbacks and sheds

The Blue River Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a meeting on July 7, 2026, to approve a project at 6871 Hwy 9 and discuss setbacks and wetlands, as well as garage and large shed regulations.

Approval of minutes from June 2, 2026
Project approval for 6871 Hwy 9 – Addition
Work session on Setbacks and Wetlands LUC
Work session on Garage and Large Shed LUC

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✓ Decided: Commission denies garage variance and recommends transitional district adjustments

The Commission denied a variance request for a garage at 103 Blue Rock Drive due to failure to meet hardship criteria. They also recommended specific setback and frontage changes for the Transitional District ordinance.

Approved May 2026 meeting minutes
Denied variance request for 103 Blue Rock Dr
Approved new construction at 0066 Conifer
Recommended transitional district adjustments: 250' frontage, 75' front/rear setbacks, and 50' side setbacks
Recommended Commissioner Cleary as spokesperson for R-1 zoning changes
Recommended code change to allow two small sheds under 200 square feet
Tabled garage and large shed discussion to a later date

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00 BLUE RIVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, July 7, 2026 5:30 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom.  The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Call to Order, Roll Call Approval of Minutes A. Minutes – June 2, 2026 Project Approval A. 6871 Hwy 9 – Addition Work Session A. Setbacks and Wetlands LUC Discussion B. Garage and Large Shed LUC Discussion Adjourn

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BLUE RIVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:30 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Minutes Call to Order, Roll Call Chairman Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:31 PM. PRESENT: Commissioner Carlsted Commissioner Cleary Commissioner Johnson Commissioner O’Brien Commissioner Manin ABSENT: Commissioner Beck Also present: Town Manager Chad Hull Building Official Kyle Parag Town Attorney Robert Widner Approval of Minutes A. Minutes – May 5, 2026 Commissioner Cleary moved and Commissioner Carlsted provided a second to approve the minutes of the May 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting. All ayes – motion passed. Project Approval B. 103 Blue Rock Dr – Variance Request Commissioner Cleary acknowledged a familiarity with the applicant, but stated that no bias exists which requires recusal. Town Manager Chad Hull submitted a variance review, indicating the project’s adherence to the variance application initial review requirements stated in the LUC. The Town Manager reminded the Commissioners that all six hardship criteria must be met to grant a variance regarding Land Use Code Section 16-7-50(a): (1) The existence of extraordinary physical conditions or circumstances, such as the property’s size, shape, location, topography, floodplain, or steep slope imposes an unreasonable hardship in the development of the property; and (2) The hardship deprives the owner of privileges associated …

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Tue Jun 30, 2026 · 17:00

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Trustees to vote on short-term rental enforcement software contract

This special meeting focuses on short-term rental policy and a resolution to approve a software contract for compliance and enforcement. The board will also hold a work session to discuss potential amendments to the short-term rental ordinance. An executive session will address legal advice on zoning and land use code suspensions. Public comment is not accepted unless a majority approves.

Resolution No. 2026-09: Approving a Short-Term Rental Compliance and Enforcement Software Contract (no dollar amount specified)
Work session to discuss short-term rental policy and potential ordinance amendments
Executive session for legal advice on limitations of zoning and subdivision powers and temporary suspension of land use code provisions
Special meeting format with no public comment period unless agenda amended by majority vote

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES SPECIAL MEETING Tuesday, June 30, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom. Please note, however, that public comments will not be taken virtually, but will only be accepted in- person during any public comment periods. The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Please Note: This is a special meeting of the Board of Trustees to enable the Board to focus its attention on specific issues that will become future topics for citizen input. Public comment will not be accepted during this special meeting unless a majority of the Board approves an amendment to the agenda. Call to Order – Roll Call Approval of Agenda/Consent Agenda None Work Session 1. A work session to discuss short-term rental policy as a basis for focusing the Board’s ongoing work concerning potential amendments to the Town’s Short-Term Rental Program and Ordinance. New Business 1. Resolution No. 2026-09 a. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-09 – a Resolution Approving a Short-Term Rental Compliance and Enforcement Software Contract Old Business 1. None Other Matters to be Brought Before the Board of Trustees Executive Session 1. Pursuant to C.R.S. 24-6-402(4) (b) to receive legal advice concerning limitations on the exercise o …

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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

Board to consider zoning changes and short-term rental moratorium

The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding the Transition Zone District and the Land Development Code. The meeting includes discussions on a short-term rental license moratorium and updates to the Gary Roberts Water Treatment Plant.

Ordinance No. 2026-05: Amending Transition Zone District minimum lot size, width, and setbacks
Ordinance No. 2026-06: Repealing Section 17-1-30.1 of the Land Development Code
Resolution No. 2026-08: IT and platform modification contract with Verticomm Technologies
Resolution No. 2026-09: Short-term rental compliance and enforcement software contract
Authorization for the Manager to purchase a replacement police vehicle

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✓ Decided: Blue River Board approves short-term rental moratorium and Goose Pasture access agreement

The Board of Trustees approved an emergency ordinance to suspend and delay short-term rental permits. They also passed a resolution approving a public access agreement for the Goose Pasture Tarn. Additionally, the Board approved the April financial report and the consent agenda.

Approved Consent Agenda
Approved Resolution No. 2026-07 regarding Goose Pasture Tarn access
Approved Emergency Ordinance No. 2026-03 for short-term rental moratorium (all ayes)
Waived Planning and Zoning Commission vacancy consideration to a later date
Accepted Trustee Stimson's volunteer to fill the Finance Committee vacancy
Approved multiple executive sessions for legal advice and negotiations

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING Tuesday, June 16, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom. Please note, however, that public comments will not be taken virtually, but will only be accepted in- person during public comment periods. The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Call to Order – Roll Call Approval of Agenda/Consent Agenda 1. Approval of Minutes a. Regular Meeting of May 19, 2026 b. Special Session of May 26, 2026 2. Approval of Financial Report a. Period Ending May 30, 2026 Communications to the Board of Trustees Citizens are welcome to provide in-person comments on non-Agenda items. Comments are limited to 5-minutes per speaker. Written communications for any non-Agenda items will be distributed separately to the Board of Trustees. Work Session 1. Presentation from the Town of Breckenridge regarding current designs for an addition to the Gary Roberts Water Treatment Plant 2. Presentation from Kacey Grosskreuz of G&G Services regarding summer road maintenance and proposed capital projects 3. A work session to examine the goals and implementation of Ordinance No. 2026-03, an ordinance establishing a temporary suspension and delay (a/k/a a moratorium) on the acceptance of applications for, and the issuance of, new …

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING May 19, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Minutes Call to Order – Roll Call Mayor Nick Decicco called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM. PRESENT: Mayor Nick Decicco Trustee Jodie Willey Trustee Barrie Stimson Trustee Ben Stuckey Trustee Heather Demovic Trustee Ted Slaughter via phone call, arrival at 5:08 PM and departure at 5:32PM Absent: Trustee Jonathon Heckman Also present: Town Manager Chad Hull, Deputy Town Clerk John DeBee, Police Chief David Close, and Town Attorney Robert Widner. Work Session No work session was held. Approval of Agenda/Consent Agenda Trustee Demovic moved and Trustee Stimson seconded to approve the Consent Agenda. All ayes. 1. Approval of Minutes a. Regular Meeting of April 21, 2026. 2. Approval of Financial Report a. Period Ending April 30, 2026. Communications to the Board of Trustees Public comments were made by the following: Dan Cleary, Eric Greven, and Lou Fishman. New Business 1. Resolution No. 2026-07 – a Resolution Approving an Agreement between the Town and the Theobald Family Limited Partnership for Limited Public Access to the Goose Pasture Tarn a. Motion to Approve Mayor Decicco moved to approve Resolution No. 2026-07 as presented. Trustee Stimson seconded to approve Resolution No. 2026-07. All ayes. 2. Ordinance No. 2026-03 - an Emergency Ordinance to Impose a Suspension and Delay (a/k/a Mora …

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Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 17:30

Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning commission reviews zoning and subdivision ordinances

The Blue River Planning and Zoning Commission will review a transitional district ordinance, a subdivision moratorium repeal, and land use code discussions. The meeting will also include variance reviews for two properties.

103 Blue Rock Drive – Variance Review
0066 Conifer – New Construction
Transitional District Ordinance Review
Subdivision Moratorium Repeal Ordinance Review
Setbacks and Wetlands Terminology Discussion

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✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Commission denies variance for 0201 Creek Side Dr

The commission approved the April 7 minutes unanimously. After discussion, the variance request for 0201 Creek Side Dr was denied, with all commissioners voting aye and one recusal. The meeting was then adjourned.

Approved April 7 minutes (all ayes)
Commissioner Manin recused from variance review
Denied variance request for 0201 Creek Side Dr (all ayes, one recusal)
Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

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BLUE RIVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, June 2, 2026 5:30 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom.  The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Call to Order, Roll Call Approval of Minutes A. Minutes – May 5, 2026 Project Approval A. 103 Blue Rock Drive – Variance Review B. 0066 Conifer – New Construction Work Session A. Transitional District Ordinance Review for Recommendation B. Subdivision Moratorium Repeal Ordinance Review for Recommendation C. Setbacks and Wetlands Terminology LUC Discussion D. Garage and Large Shed LUC Discussion Adjourn

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BLUE RIVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, May 5, 2026 5:30 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Minutes Call to Order, Roll Call Chairman Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:30 PM. PRESENT: Commissioner Carlsted Commissioner Cleary Commissioner Johnson Commissioner O’Brien Commissioner Manin ABSENT: Commissioner Beck Also present: Town Manager Chad Hull Approval of Minutes A. Minutes – April 7, 2026 Commissioner Carlsted moved and Commissioner Manin provided a second to approve the minutes of the April 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting. All ayes – motion passed. Project Approval B. 0201 Creek Side Dr – Variance Request Commissioner Manin recused himself from this review process due to a prior professional relationship with the architect. Town Manager Chad Hull submitted a written variance review, indicating the project’s adherence to the variance application requirements stated in the LUC. The Town Manager reminded the Commissioners that all six hardship criteria must be met to grant a variance regarding Land Use Code Section 16-7-50(a): (1) The existence of extraordinary physical conditions or circumstances, such as the property’s size, shape, location, topography, floodplain, or steep slope imposes an unreasonable hardship in the development of the property; and (2) The hardship deprives the owner of privileges associated with development enjoyed by most other properties within the …

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Tue May 26, 2026 · 18:00

General

Board to consider variance for Wilderness Subdivision lot

The Blue River Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 2026-04, which seeks to grant a variance to the rear yard setback for Lot 230 of the Wilderness Subdivision. The meeting will be held at Town Hall and is open to the public, though comments will only be accepted in-person.

Public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 2026-04
Variance request for rear yard setback at 15 Wilderness Drive
Public comments limited to 5 minutes per speaker
Meeting held at 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES SPECIAL MEETING Tuesday, May 26, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom. Please note, however, that public comments will not be taken virtually, but will only be accepted in- person during public comment periods. The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Call to Order – Roll Call Work Session Approval of Agenda/Consent Agenda Communications to the Board of Trustees Citizens are welcome to provide in-person comments on non-Agenda items. Comments are limited to 5-minutes per speaker. Written communications for any non-Agenda items will be distributed separately to the Board of Trustees. New Business 1. Ordinance No. 2026-04 a. Public Hearing b. Approval of Ordinance No. 2026-04 – an Ordinance of the Board of Trustees of the Town of Blue River, Colorado, Sitting as the Board of Adjustment, Granting a Variance to the Rear Yard Setback for Lot 230 of the Wilderness Subdivision Addressed as 15 Wilderness Drive Old Business 1. None Other Matters to be Brought Before the Board of Trustees Adjourn

Tue May 19, 2026 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

Board considers moratorium on short-term rental permits

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance to suspend short-term rental permit applications. The board is also considering an agreement for public access to the Goose Pasture Tarn.

Ordinance No. 2026-03: Emergency or regular ordinance to impose a moratorium on short-term rental permits
Resolution No. 2026-07: Agreement with Theobald Family Limited Partnership for public access to Goose Pasture Tarn
Review of applicants for a Planning and Zoning Commission vacancy
Appointment of a Trustee to the Finance Committee
Financial report for the period ending April 30, 2026

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✓ Decided: Board approves fire‑ban enforcement resolution, vacates variance hearing

The Board approved Resolution No. 2026‑06, authorizing the Town Manager to consent to Summit County’s enforcement of county‑wide fire bans. The Board vacated the public hearing for Ordinance No. 2026‑03 and directed the Town Manager to issue a new notice that meets Land Use Code requirements. The consent agenda was approved, Heather Demovic was sworn in as a new trustee, and several executive‑session items were authorized for legal advice.

Approved Consent Agenda (all ayes)
Approved Resolution No. 2026‑06 authorizing fire‑ban enforcement (all ayes)
Vacated Ordinance No. 2026‑03 hearing and instructed new notice (all ayes)
Swore in new Trustee Heather Demovic
Recognized outgoing Trustee Noah Hopkins
Approved executive session for legal advice on planning‑appeal appeals (all ayes)
Approved executive session for temporary suspension of land‑use code provisions (all ayes)
Approved executive session to discuss property adjacent to Goose Pasture Tarn (all ayes)

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING Tuesday, May 19, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom. Please note, however, that public comments will not be taken virtually, but will only be accepted in- person during public comment periods. The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Call to Order – Roll Call Work Session Approval of Agenda/Consent Agenda 1. Approval of Minutes a. Regular Meeting of April 21, 2026 2. Approval of Financial Report a. Period Ending April 30, 2026 Communications to the Board of Trustees Citizens are welcome to provide in-person comments on non-Agenda items. Comments are limited to 5-minutes per speaker. Written communications for any non-Agenda items will be distributed separately to the Board of Trustees. New Business 1. Resolution No. 2026-07 a. Approval of Resolution No. 2026-07 - a Resolution Approving an Agreement between the Town and the Theobald Family Limited Partnership for Limited Public Access to the Goose Pasture Tarn 2. Ordinance No. 2026-03 a. Public Hearing b. Approval of Ordinance No. 2026-03 - an Emergency Ordinance to Impose a Suspension and Delay (a/k/a Moratorium) on Applications and Issuance of Permits for Short-Term Rentals. Alternatively, Ordinance No. 2026-03 may be conside …

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING April 21, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Minutes Call to Order — Roll Call Mayor Nick Decicco called the meeting to order at 5:01 PM. PRESENT: Mayor Nick Decicco Trustee Noah Hopkins Trustee Ted Slaughter Trustee Barrie Stimson Trustee Ben Stuckey Trustee Jonathon Heckman Absent: Trustee Jodie Willey Also present: Town Manager Chad Hull, Deputy Town Clerk John DeBee, and Town Attorney Robert Widner. Work Session No work session was held. Approval of Agenda/Consent Agenda Mayor Decicco moved and Trustee Hopkins seconded to approve the Consent Agenda. All ayes. 1. Approval of Minutes a. Regular Meeting of March 17, 2026. 2. Approval of Financial Report a. Period Ending March 31, 2026. Communications to the Board of Trustees Public comments were made by the following: Louis Fishman and Eric Graven. New Business 1. Recognition of Outgoing Trustee a. The Board of Trustees and Town of Blue River recognized the service of outgoing Trustee Noah Hopkins. 2. Swearing in of New Trustee a. Heather Demovic took the Oath of Office and was sworn in as a Trustee of the Town of Blue River. 3. Resolution No. 2026-06 — a Resolution by the Board of Trustees of Blue River, Colorado, Authorizing the Town Manager to Consent to Summit County's Enforcement of County-Wide Fire Bans within the Town of Blue River a. Motion to Approve Trustee Decicco moved to approve Resolution No. 2026-06 as presented. Trustee Slaughter …

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Tue May 5, 2026 · 17:30

Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning commission to review variance for 201 Creek Side Dr

The Blue River Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes from April 7 and review a variance request for a property at 201 Creek Side Dr. The meeting will be held in person at Town Hall and via Zoom.

Approval of April 7, 2026 minutes
Variance review for 201 Creek Side Dr

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✓ Decided: Commission approved the boundary lot line elimination for 166 Mountain View Drive.

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the March 3 minutes and conditionally approved 0251 Gold Nugget Drive, prohibiting any accessory dwelling unit. It sent the variance for 15 Wilderness Drive to the Board of Trustees, approved 12 Blue Rock Drive despite one dissenting vote, and recommended a variance and public hearing for 201 Creek Side Drive. The commission rejected the 38 Rock Springs Road addition, approved the lot line elimination for 166 Mountain View Drive, and approved several other projects as presented.

Approved March 3 minutes (unanimous)
Conditionally approved 0251 Gold Nugget Drive, ADU prohibited (unanimous)
Approved administrative review for 15 Wilderness Drive and sent variance to Board (unanimous)
Approved 12 Blue Rock Drive as presented (5 ayes, 1 nay)
Recommended variance and public hearing for 201 Creek Side Drive (unanimous)
Rejected 38 Rock Springs Road addition, advised redesign or variance (unanimous)
Approved boundary lot line elimination for 166 Mountain View Drive (unanimous)
Approved 383 Mount Argentine Road renovation/addition as presented (unanimous)

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BLUE RIVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, May 5, 2026 5:30 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom.  The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Call to Order, Roll Call Approval of Minutes A. Minutes – April 7, 2026 Project Approval A. 201 Creek Side Dr – Variance Review Work Session A. None Adjourn

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BLUE RIVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, April 7, 2026 5:30 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Minutes Call to Order, Roll Call Chairman Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:31 PM. PRESENT: Commissioner Carlsted Commissioner Cleary Commissioner Johnson (Arrival at 5:31PM) Commissioner O’Brien Commissioner Manin Commissioner Beck ABSENT: None Also present: Town Manager Chad Hull Kyle Parag, Charles Abbott Associates Robert Widner, Widner Juran LLP Approval of Minutes A. Minutes – March 3, 2026 Commissioner Cleary moved and Commissioner O’Brien provided a second to approve the minutes of the March 2026 Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting. All ayes – motion passed. Project Approval B. 0251 Gold Nugget Drive – Alteration/Repair/Remodel Building Official Kyle Parag submitted a Planning/Zoning/Architectural Guidelines Review, indicating the proposed project’s substantial compliance with all Development Standards. Discussion followed that the site plans do not properly show the side setback, but compliance is established when manually drawn. The Commissioners discussed their concerns with the establishment of a potential Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) on the property. Commissioner Cleary moved and Commissioner Johnson provided a second to conditionally approve the project with a use restriction statement prohibiting any ADU. All Ayes – Motion Passed. C. 15 Wilderness Drive – New Construction a …

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Tue Apr 21, 2026 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

Board to consider fire ban resolution and zoning variance

The Blue River Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes and financial reports, and to consider a resolution authorizing Summit County fire bans. The board will also hold a public hearing on a zoning variance for a property at 15 Wilderness Drive.

Resolution No. 2026-06: Authorizes Town Manager to consent to Summit County fire bans
Ordinance No. 2026-03: Public hearing to grant a variance for setbacks at 15 Wilderness Drive
Approval of Minutes for March 17, 2026
Approval of Financial Report for period ending March 30, 2026
Swearing in of new Trustees

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✓ Decided: Board removed Planning & Zoning Commissioner Troy Watts

The Board voted to remove Commissioner Troy Watts from the Planning & Zoning Commission due to repeated absences. It also approved Ordinance No. 2026-02 setting future compensation for the Mayor and Trustees. The Consent Agenda and Financial Report were approved unanimously.

Removed Commissioner Troy Watts (all ayes)
Approved Ordinance No. 2026-02 compensation adjustment (6 ayes, 1 abstention)
Approved Consent Agenda and Financial Report (all ayes)
Approved minutes of Jan. 20, 2026 meeting (all ayes)
Approved financial report for period ending Jan. 31, 2026 (all ayes)

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING Tuesday, April 21, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom. Please note, however, that public comments will not be taken virtually, but will only be accepted in- person during public comment periods. The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Call to Order – Roll Call Work Session None Approval of Agenda/Consent Agenda 1. Approval of Minutes a. Regular Meeting of March 17, 2026 2. Approval of Financial Report a. Period Ending March 30, 2026 Communications to the Board of Trustees Citizens are welcome to provide in- person comments on non -Agenda items. Comments are limited to 5 -minutes per speaker. Written communications for any non -Agenda items will be distributed separately to the Board of Trustees. New Business 1. Recognition of outgoing Trustee 2. Swearing in of new Trustees 3. Resolution No. 2026-06 – a Resolution by the Board of Trustees of Blue River, Colorado, Authorizing the Town Manager to Consent to Summit County’s Enforcement of County-Wide Fire Bans within the Town of Blue River 4. Ordinance No. 2026-03 a. Public Hearing b. Approval of Ordinance No. 2026-03 – an Ordinance of the Board of Trustees of Blue River, Colorado, Sitting as the Board of Adjustment, G …

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, March 17, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Minutes Call to Order – Roll Call Mayor Nick Decicco called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM. PRESENT: Mayor Nick Decicco Mayor Pro Tem Jodie Willey Trustee Noah Hopkins Trustee Ted Slaughter Trustee Barrie Stimson (Arrival at 5:01 PM) Trustee Ben Stuckey (Arrival at 5:37 PM) Trustee Jonathon Heckman Absent: None Also present: Town Manager Chad Hull, Deputy Town Clerk John DeBee, and Police Chief David Close. Town Attorney Robert Widner attended via Zoom. Work Session The Work Session was to discuss: • Red, White, and Blue Fire District Fire Code and Strategic Plan Presentation. Fire Chief Jay Nelson, representing the Red, White, and Blue Fire District, spoke regarding the District’s request to require sprinklers on all new or altered housing units greater than 4500 square feet. Chief Nelson noted that the sprinkler requirement in the International Building Code is set at zero square feet and that the District’s decision to request 4500 square feet as a minimum stem from a study on the staffing capacity of the District to respond to house fires. The current Town minimum of 6000 square feet for sprinkler implementation was noted to highlight that without sprinklers, the District could not feasibly respond to a fire for homes greater than 4500 square feet in size. The Board requested information on why a Town Or …

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Tue Apr 7, 2026 · 17:30

Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning and Zoning Commission to review eight project approvals

The commission will consider project approvals for various residential alterations, additions, and new constructions. The body will also hold a work session to discuss setback language in several town code sections.

New construction at 15 Wilderness Dr and 12 Blue Rock
Additions at 281 Wilderness Dr, 201 Creek Side Dr, and 38 Rock Springs Rd
Renovation/addition at 383 Mount Argentine Rd
Alteration/repair/remodel at 251 Gold Nugget Dr
Lot line elimination at 166 Mountain View Dr

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✓ Decided: Commission tables Golden Nugget Drive remodel and requires variance for Wilderness Drive

The commission approved the February minutes unanimously. The Golden Nugget Drive remodel was tabled until the April meeting pending corrected survey and site plan. For the new construction at 15 Wilderness Drive, the commission required the applicant to submit a rear‑setback variance and approved the architectural plans pending that variance and a public hearing. The commission also agreed to forward proposed setback language revisions to the Board of Trustees.

Approved February minutes (unanimous)
Tabled 0251 Golden Nugget Drive remodel pending corrected survey and site plan
Required rear‑setback variance submission for 15 Wilderness Drive new construction
Approved architectural plans for 15 Wilderness Drive pending variance approval
Directed applicant to work with Town Manager and Board of Trustees for public hearing
Agreed to forward proposed setback code revisions to Board of Trustees

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BLUE RIVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, April 7, 2026 5:30 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom.  The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Call to Order, Roll Call Approval of Minutes A. Minutes – March 3, 2026 Project Approval A. 251 Gold Nugget Dr – Alteration/Repair/Remodel B. 15 Wilderness Dr – New Construction/Variance Administrative Review C. 281 Wilderness Dr - Addition D. 12 Blue Rock – New Construction E. 201 Creek Side Dr – Addition F. 383 Mount Argentine Rd – Renovation/Addition G. 38 Rock Springs Rd - Addition H. 166 Mountain View Dr – Lot Line Elimination Work Session A. Discussion of Language within Section(s) 16B-4-30(b)(3), 16B-4-20, 16B-4-50, 16-3-20 regarding the use of Setbacks Adjourn

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BLUE RIVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, March 3, 2026 5:30 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Minutes Call to Order, Roll Call Chairman Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:35 PM. PRESENT: Commissioner Carlsted Commissioner Cleary Commissioner Johnson Commissioner O’Brien ABSENT: Commissioner Beck Commissioner Watts Commissioner Manin Also present: Town Manager Chad Hull; Deputy Town Clerk John DeBee, Kyle Parag, Charles Abbott Associates, Owner’s Representative Louis Fishman, IBB Management, and Owner’s Representative Robert Dickson, Equinox Architecture LLC. Approval of Minutes A. Minutes – February 3, 2026 Commissioner Cleary moved and Commissioner Carlsted provided a second to approve the minutes of the February 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting. All ayes – motion passed. Project Approval B. 0251 Golden Nugget Drive – Alteration/Repair/Remodel Building Official Kyle Parag submitted a Planning/Zoning/Architectural Guidelines Review, indicating proposed project’s substantial compliance with all Development Standards. Discussion followed that the applicant is enclosing a breezeway and including an additional bedroom and master bath above the bedroom with an additional exterior door, so approval will be conditioned on not granting authority for an additional dwelling unit, etc. The Commissioners discussed the merits of the breezeway being considered a component of the house, the new st …

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Tue Mar 17, 2026 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

Board to set new compensation for mayor and trustees starting April 2026

The Board will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 2026-02, which sets the compensation for the mayor and trustees for terms beginning on or after April 21, 2026. The meeting will also consider a separate Board of Trustees Compensation Adjustment. Minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting and the February 28, 2026 financial report will be approved. A presentation on the Red, White, and Blue Fire District fire code and strategic plan is scheduled.

Ordinance No. 2026-02: public hearing and approval to set mayor and trustee compensation effective April 21, 2026
Board of Trustees Compensation Adjustment
Presentation on Red, White, and Blue Fire District fire code and strategic plan
Approval of minutes from the regular meeting of January 20, 2026
Approval of financial report for the period ending February 28, 2026

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✓ Decided: Board approved amended Ordinance 2026-01 adopting multiple building codes

The Board approved the Consent Agenda, including the removal of Ordinance 2026-02. It adopted Resolution No. 2026‑05 cancelling the regular municipal election and setting Board terms, and passed an amended Ordinance No. 2026‑01 adopting several 2024 building and safety codes (excluding the Fire Code) with a 5‑aye, 1‑nay vote. The Board also entered and later adjourned an executive session to receive legal advice on a zoning complaint.

Approved Consent Agenda (all ayes)
Approved minutes of the Jan 20, 2026 meeting
Approved financial report for period ending Jan 31, 2026
Approved Resolution No. 2026‑05 cancelling the regular municipal election (all ayes)
Approved amended Ordinance No. 2026‑01 adopting multiple 2024 codes, excluding Fire Code (5 ayes, 1 nay)
Entered executive session to receive legal advice on a property‑owner zoning complaint (motion passed)
Adjourned executive session (motion passed)

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING Tuesday, March 17, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom. Please note, however, that public comments will not be taken virtually, but will only be accepted in- person during public comment periods. The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Call to Order – Roll Call Work Session Red, White, and Blue Fire District Fire Code and Strategic Plan Presentation Presentation on Section(s) 16(B)-4-30(b)(3), 16B-4-20, 16B-4-50, 16-3-20 regarding the use of Setbacks Board of Trustees Compensation Adjustment Approval of Agenda/Consent Agenda 1. Approval of Minutes a. Regular Meeting of January 20, 2026 2. Approval of Financial Report a. Period Ending February 28, 2026 Communications to the Board of Trustees Citizens are welcome to provide in- person comments on non -Agenda items. Comments are limited to 5 -minutes per speaker. Written communications for any non -Agenda items will be distributed separately to the Board of Trustees. New Business 1. Ordinance No. 2026-02 a. Public Hearing b. Approval of Ordinance No. 2026-02 – an Ordinance of the Board of Trustees of Blue River, Colorado, Setting the Compensation for any New Term of Office for the Mayor or Trustee Commencing on or After Ap …

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, February 17, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Minutes Call to Order – Roll Call Mayor Nick Decicco called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM. PRESENT: Mayor Nick Decicco Mayor Pro Tem Jodie Willey Trustee Noah Hopkins Trustee Ted Slaughter Trustee Barrie Stimson Trustee Ben Stuckey (Departure at 5:46 PM) Trustee Jonathon Heckman (Arrival at 5:07 PM) Absent: None Also present: Interim Town Manager Steve Rabe, Deputy Town Clerk John DeBee, Town Attorney Bob Widner and Police Chief Close. Work Session The Work Session was to discuss: • Proposed Modification of Section 16B-5-70 of the Land Use Code. Commissioner Kristofer Carlsted, representing the Planning & Zoning Commission, briefly discussed the proposed changes to the Land Use Code 16B-5-70, which relates to roofing code. These changes focus on a reduction of minimum slope to 3:12 and the removal of shed roof from the prohibited forms list. The proposed changes also focus on the prohibition of single pitch/plane shed roofs as well as a maximum 65% of roof area dedicated to such roof styles. After discussion, the Board recommended an Ordinance be drafted for the March meeting that includes the proposed roof code changes. • Setback language regarding road easements within the Land Use Code. Commissioner Dan Cleary, representing the Planning & Zoning Commission, spoke on a Commission opinion related to th …

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Tue Mar 3, 2026 · 17:30

Planning and Zoning Commission

Commission will approve new construction at 15 Wilderness Dr

The Blue River Planning and Zoning Commission will consider three project approvals: an alteration/repair/remodel at 251 Golden Nugget Dr, a new construction at 15 Wilderness Dr, and a discussion on setback regulations. The meeting will also approve the minutes from February 3, 2026. No other agenda items are listed.

Project approval: alteration/repair/remodel at 251 Golden Nugget Dr
Project approval: new construction at 15 Wilderness Dr
Discussion of setback regulations under sections 16B-4-30(b)(3), 16B-4-20, 16B-4-50, 16-3-20

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✓ Decided: Commission approved minutes and set next steps for roof code amendment

The commission approved the minutes of the January 2026 meeting by unanimous vote. Commissioners requested that Commissioner Carlsted finalize his draft amendment to Section 16B-5-70 of the Land Use Code for submission to the Board of Trustees at the February 17 regular meeting. They also agreed to discuss Ordinance No. 2025-02 with the Board and have Commissioner Cleary review the ordinance language. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

Approved January 2026 meeting minutes (all ayes)
Requested Commissioner Carlsted to finalize Section 16B-5-70 roof amendment for Board submission
Agreed to discuss Ordinance No. 2025-02 with Board of Trustees at Feb. 17 meeting
Commissioner Cleary volunteered to review ordinance language for consistency
Motion to adjourn passed (all ayes)

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BLUE RIVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, March 3, 2026 5:30 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom.  The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Call to Order, Roll Call Approval of Minutes A. Minutes – February 3, 2026 Project Approval A. 251 Golden Nugget Dr – Alteration/Repair/Remodel B. 15 Wilderness Dr – New Construction C. Discussion – Section(s) 16B-4-30(b)(3), 16B-4-20, 16B-4-50, 16-3-20 regarding the use of Setbacks Adjourn

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BLUE RIVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, February 3 2026 5:30 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Minutes Call to Order, Roll Call Chairman Johnson called the meeting to order at 5:31 PM. PRESENT: Commissioner Carlsted Commissioner Cleary Commissioner Johnson Commissioner O’Brien ABSENT: Commissioner Beck Commissioner Watts Commissioner Manin Also present: Interim Town Manager Steve Rabe; Deputy Town Clerk John DeBee and Kyle Parag, Charles Abbott Associates Approval of Minutes A. Minutes – January 6, 2025 Commissioner Cleary moved and Commissioner Carlsted provided a second to approve the minutes of the January 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting. All ayes – motion passed. Discussion B. Section 16B-5-70 Roofs Commissioner Carlsted presented his amendments to Section 16B-5-70 of the Land Use Code to the body for consideration consistent with the direction of the Board of Trustees and their January meeting. After some discussion, the Commission requested that Commissioner Carlsted finalize his re-draft for submittal to the Board at the February 17th Regular Meeting. C Ordinance No. 2025-02 Commissioner Cleary presented three (3) applications of the Town’s current Ordinance on setbacks, laying out how the current Land Use Code applies to each. Discussion took place about whether or not changes needed to be made to the current standards or it there just needed to be a general consensus on t …

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Tue Feb 17, 2026 · 17:00

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

Board to cancel municipal election and set terms, adopt building codes

The Board of Trustees will vote on a resolution that cancels the regular municipal election and establishes new terms for board members. It will also consider two ordinances: one adopting the 2024 International Building Code and related codes, and another setting compensation for the mayor and trustees. A Planning Commission discussion on Section 16B-5-70 land‑use categories and an executive session on a zoning complaint are also on the agenda.

Resolution No. 2026-05 – cancel regular municipal election and determine board terms
Ordinance No. 2026-01 – adopt 2024 International Building Code, International Fire Code, and related codes
Ordinance No. 2026-02 – set compensation for the mayor and Board of Trustees members
Planning Commission discussion of Section 16B-5-70 land‑use classification
Executive Session on a property owner’s zoning and subdivision complaint (no action anticipated)

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✓ Decided: Board appoints Chad Hull as Town Manager and approves key resolutions

The Board approved several resolutions, including designating the town website as the official posting location for public notices, accepting a cost‑free land transfer of Lot 21 in the Blue Rock Springs Subdivision, appointing Chad Hull as Town Manager, and updating salary ranges for all positions. It also approved the Letter of Engagement for the 2025 audit and authorized the Mayor to sign an extension of the Tarn access agreement. The Consent Agenda and prior meeting minutes were approved as well.

Approved Resolution 2026-01 designating town website for public notices (All ayes)
Approved Resolution 2026-02 accepting transfer of Lot 21, Blue Rock Springs Subdivision at no cost (All ayes)
Approved Resolution 2026-03 appointing Chad Hull as Town Manager and employment agreement (All ayes)
Approved Resolution 2026-04 updating salary ranges after cost‑of‑living increase (All ayes)
Approved Letter of Engagement with McHan & Associates for 2025 audit (All ayes)
Authorized Mayor to sign extension of Tarn access agreement through May 31 (All ayes)
Approved Consent Agenda (amended) (All ayes)
Approved minutes of Dec. 16, 2025 regular meeting and Jan. 13, 2026 special meeting (All ayes)

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📄 From the agenda

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING Tuesday, February 17, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Agenda The public is welcome to attend the meeting either in person or via Zoom. Please note, however, that public comments will not be taken virtually, but will only be accepted in- person during public comment periods. The Zoom link is available on the Town website: https://townofblueriver.colorado.gov/board-of-trustees Please note that seating at Town Hall is limited. Call to Order – Roll Call Work Session Planning Commission – Discussion (Section 16B-5-70 LUC) Board of Trustees Compensation Approval of Agenda/Consent Agenda 1. Approval of Minutes a. Regular Meeting of January 20, 2026 2. Approval of Financial Report a. Period Ending January 31, 2026 Communications to the Board of Trustees Citizens are welcome to provide in-person comments on non-Agenda items. Comments are limited to 5-minutes per speaker. Written communications for any non-Agenda items will be distributed separately to the Board of Trustees. New Business 1. Resolution No. 2026-05 – A Resolution Canceling the Regular Municipal Election and Determining the Terms of the Board of Trustees of the Town of Blue River 2. Ordinance No. 2026-01 a. Public Hearing b. Approval of Ordinance No. 2026-01 – an Ordinance of the Board of Trustees of Blue River, Colorado, Adopting by Reference the 2024 Editions of the Following Codes for the Purpose of Re …

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📄 From the minutes

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BLUE RIVER BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, January 20, 2026 5:00 PM 0110 Whispering Pines Circle, Blue River, CO Minutes Call to Order – Roll Call In the absence of a presiding officer, Secretary to the Board of Trustees, Interim Town Manager Steve Rabe, called the meeting to order at 5:12 PM. PRESENT: Trustee Noah Hopkins Trustee Ted Slaughter Trustee Barrie Stimson Trustee Ben Stuckey (via Zoom - left after the availability of a Quorum was determined) Trustee Jonathon Heckman Absent: Mayor Nick Decicco, Mayor Pro-Tem Willey Also present: Interim Town Manager Steve Rabe, Deputy Town Clerk John DeBee, Town Attorney Bob Widner and Police Chief Close (arrived at around 6:20 PM) Mr. Rabe announced that the first order of business was the election of a presiding officer. Trustee Slaughter moved and Trustee Stimson seconded to nominate Trustee Hopkins as the presiding officer for the remainder of the meeting. All ayes. Trustee Hopkins assumed the role of presiding officer. Work Session The Work Session was to discuss: • Request for Clarification of Section 16B-5-70 of the Land Use Code. Commissioner Kristofer Carlsted, representing the Planning & Zoning Commission briefly the discussed the issues that the Commission was experiencing in greater frequency while doing architectural reviews regarding their review of roof designs and roof slopes. After discussion, it was determined that, since the Commission does not have flex …

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Tue Feb 3, 2026 · 17:30

Planning and Zoning Commission

Planning and Zoning Commission to discuss roof regulations

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and hold a discussion regarding Section 16B-5-70 Roofs.

Discussion of Section 16B-5-70 Roofs

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✓ Decided: Commission approved three development projects with conditions

The commission approved the minutes from the December 2025 meeting. It conditionally approved the 0120 Indiana Creek Road demolition/new construction, the 0078 Red Mountain Trail addition, and the 6565 Highway 9 detached garage project. Each approval passed with all ayes. The meeting was then adjourned.

Approved December 2025 minutes (all ayes)
Approved 0120 Indiana Creek Road demolition/new construction, conditioned on roof pitch change and finish grading (all ayes)
Approved 0078 Red Mountain Trail addition, requiring removal of privacy fencing from plans (all ayes)
Approved 6565 Highway 9 detached garage, requiring siding be stained, not painted (all ayes)
Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

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