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Community Fact Sheet

Park County 1041 Regulation Updates

What Residents Should Know

Park County is updating its 1041 Regulations for water and wastewater projects — the first major revision since 1997. These updated rules apply to large-scale domestic water systems, wastewater treatment systems, and municipal or industrial water projects proposed wholly or partly in Park County. Here's what matters for you as a resident.

Environmental Protections

• Projects must assess and mitigate impacts to surface water, groundwater, wetlands, riparian areas, and floodplains
• Wildlife habitat is protected — applicants must consult with Colorado Parks & Wildlife in High Priority Habitat areas
• Plant communities are protected from significant deterioration to their diversity, abundance, or ecological function
• Air quality, visual quality (scenic vistas and viewsheds), stormwater, and erosion must all be assessed and mitigated

Housing Impacts

• Projects must assess whether there are enough affordable dwelling units to house workers
• Applicants must evaluate the potential to displace existing residents due to rising housing costs — including seniors on fixed incomes, lower-income households, and longtime renters
• A project cannot significantly deteriorate housing availability or cause significant displacement of residents during construction or operation

Traffic & Road Responsibilities

• Applicants must assess traffic impacts on residents and existing road conditions for all construction and permanent access routes
• A road improvements and maintenance plan is required, including mitigation for any adverse impacts
• Ongoing roadway maintenance obligations apply throughout the life of the project

Public Services & Safety

• Impacts to public services and facilities (fire, EMS, schools, utilities) must be assessed and mitigated
• An emergency preparedness and response plan is required for every permitted project
• Projects must also evaluate impacts to soils, geology, and natural hazards — including risks to human life and residents

Transparency & Public Participation

• Regulations are written in plain language so residents can understand and participate meaningfully
• Public hearings with statutory notice are required — the burden of proof is on the applicant, not the County
• Applications are referred to expert agencies (like CPW, water districts, fire districts) for independent review
• Residents can submit written comments or speak at public hearings

Long-Term Accountability

• A financial security guarantee is required — ensuring funds exist to address project impacts if the developer fails to follow through
• Ongoing progress reporting and monitoring plans are required to verify that mitigation is actually working
• If construction is not started within 12 months (or per an agreed timeline), the permit becomes void
• The County retains enforcement authority, including inspection rights and legal remedies for violations

Source: Park County BOCC Staff Reports, April 15 & April 22, 2026 

For more information: parkcountyco.gov