Planning Commission Hearing 5/7/2026

The El Paso County Planning Commission held a hearing on May 7, 2026, where key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a preliminary plan for the Antler Ranch development and a minor subdivision (Nabulsi Abushaban subdivision). The commission reviewed traffic, drainage, and fire safety concerns related to the Antler Ranch plan, including access points and infrastructure improvements, and approved the plan with conditions and a notation amendment. Additionally, the commission considered an amended and restated service plan for the Rock Creek Metropolitan District, which involved increasing the debt mill levy from $8 million to $48 million and raising the operation and maintenance mill levy from 10 to 20 mills to support expanded infrastructure costs. The service plan amendment was approved unanimously with conditions and will be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners. The meeting also included acceptance of a resignation and updates on upcoming wildfire resiliency code requirements. Overall, the meeting focused on land development approvals, infrastructure financing, and compliance with state and county regulations.