Larimer County Planning Commission 7/15/26

The Larimer County Planning Commission held a meeting on July 15, 2026, primarily to discuss a rezoning request for the Lifequest campus and retreat center (file number 25-zone-3797). The applicant proposed rezoning approximately 235 acres from open zoning to rural planned development (RPD) to facilitate a mixed-use campus including lodging, workforce housing, event spaces, and educational facilities. County staff and referral agencies, including the City of Loveland utilities department, raised significant concerns about the project's compatibility with the county's comprehensive plan, potential impacts on water quality—particularly the adjacent Green Ridge Glade Reservoir—and infrastructure capacity. Public comments were mixed, with supporters highlighting economic, educational, and community benefits, while opponents emphasized risks to drinking water, wildfire hazards, and increased traffic. After deliberation, the commission voted unanimously to recommend denial of the rezoning request to the Board of County Commissioners. No contract awards, RFPs, or procurement actions were discussed during the meeting.