Steamboat Springs, Colorado-February 2, 2026-The next session of Civic Connections has the city and Altitude Realtors® collaborating for the second time on an informative session exploring Planning and Zoning - what it does, how it works, and the vital role it plays in shaping our community.
Join us for Understanding City Planning and Zoning on Tuesday, February 10, at the Combined Law Enforcement Facility (2027 Shield Dr). Co-sponsored by Altitude Realtors® and part of their Know Your Community program, the event starts with free pizza at 12 PM, followed by a fast-paced, informative presentation at 12:30 PM. Stick around afterward for an informal Q & A session with city planners to dig deeper into topics that matter to you.
Understanding City Planning and Zoning:
City Planning influences everything from housing and neighborhoods to businesses, transportation, and open space. This session offers a high-level, educational look at how planning and zoning work in Steamboat Springs and will cover:
- Planning Basics: What planning is and why it matters in our community
- Zoning & Property Use: What zoning means and how it affects private property
- Rules That Shape Development: How to use the Community Development Code, and how standards affect what gets built
- Resources and Tools: How to use the interactive map, search for active applications, and complete a records request for property information
- How decisions get made and how to participate: Demystify the decision process, from application to decision, and how to provide comments on development near you
Advance registration is requested online and additional information on this session, or the Civic Connections program can be found at steamboatsprings.net/connections. This presentation is for informational purposes only.
The Civic Connections series is designed to foster transparency, improve public understanding of complex topics, and create accessible opportunities for residents and professionals to engage with city departments.
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Contact
Email Rebecca Bessey, AICP, Planning & Community Development Director, or call 970-871-8202
Email Toby Stauffer, AICP, Senior Planner, or call 970-871-8280
Email Emily Hines, Marketing and Communications Supervisor, or call 970-871-7031