Commissioners Approve Accessory Dwelling Unit Code Amendment Near Gold Hill

Commissioners Approve Accessory Dwelling Unit Code Amendment Near Gold Hill

The Board of County Commissioners has approved amendments to the Boulder County Land Use Code to streamline the process for building Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) on residential properties in unincorporated areas. Changes include reduced setback requirements, simplified design standards, and by-right approval for units under 800 square feet.

Data from the 2024 Boulder County Community Survey shows that 44% of respondents rated this service as “important” or “very important.” The survey, conducted every two years, received 3,989 responses from residents across the county.

The Erie Senior Center offers related programming including free legal consultations, tax preparation assistance, health screenings, and social activities. Over 1,000 seniors participated in center programs last year.

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Affordable housing remains the top priority identified in the 2024 Community Survey. Boulder County’s Worthy Cause program has funded 1,697 affordable housing units since its inception, with 252 additional units in the development pipeline.

The project includes improvements along Foothills Highway between Erie and the intersection with 63rd Street. Construction is scheduled to begin in August 2026 with completion expected within 13 months.

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For questions about this program, contact Emily Chen at Sustainability, Climate Action & Resilience: (303) 441-9586 or email Sustainability, Climate Action & [email protected]. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Walk-in services are available at the Erie office without an appointment.