HomeMy WebLinkAboutRESOLUTION 045-23RESOLUTION 45-23
A RESOLUTION OPPOSING SENATE BILL 23-213
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 23-213on Land Use has been introduced at the Colorado
General Assembly; and
WHEREAS, the bill would supersede many provisions of the Estes Park
Development Code regarding accessory dwelling units and occupancy limitations, which
provisions were carefully considered and underwent substantial public involvement; and
WHEREAS, the bill would require the Town to allow development of accessory
dwelling units in ways that do not fit the character of the neighborhoods of Estes Park,
and would not allow the Town to condition these approvals on the units being maenmd
for workforce nrattainable housing; and
WHEREAS, land use and zoning are matters of local oonoem, and on these
matters the State should continue the longstanding tradition of allowing local democratic
processes to reach the best outcomes for local communities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE|TRESOLVED BYTHE BOARD OFTRUSTEES OF
THE TOWN OFE8TE8PARK, COLOR4DO:
The Town ofEstes Park opposes the adoption ofSenate Bill 23'213and urges the
members ofthe General Assembly to reject it.
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
ATTEST:
Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Town Attorney