Larimer County BOCC Work Session 8/10/26, 1:30 p.m.

The Larimer County Board of Commissioners held a work session on August 10, 2026, focusing primarily on community planning and infrastructure issues, including updates on code compliance and special events land use code revisions. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing proposed amendments to Article Seven of the land use code, which governs special events in unincorporated Larimer County. The discussion covered permit thresholds, event limits based on zoning classifications, and enforcement mechanisms including financial collateral and penalties for noncompliance. Commissioners expressed concerns about enforcement challenges, particularly regarding events exceeding permitted attendance and the need for stronger consequences for repeat violators. The planning team outlined ongoing public engagement efforts and scheduled further hearings with the Planning Commission and Board of County Commissioners. Additionally, a resolution was approved to certify zoning violation penalties as a special assessment for a property cleanup, with costs exceeding $41,000. The meeting also briefly mentioned a transportation capital expansion fee item on the upcoming hearing agenda. Overall, the session emphasized balancing community event support with regulatory enforcement and resource management.