Department of Community Development
Reference: Wireless Communication Facilities (WCFs) and References to the Comprehensive Plan in the Land Use & Development Code-Articles 4, 10, and 11
To: Mayor Gregory Mills and Members of the City Council
Through: Michael P. Martinez, City Manager
Prepared By: Grey Shipman, Planner I
Date Prepared: August 25, 2025
PURPOSE
To review and consider amendments to the Land Use & Development Code (the "Code") regarding: (1) Wireless Communication Facilities (WCFs) and (2) references to the Comprehensive Plan per HB25-1056.
PROCESS
Amendments to the Code may be initiated by the City Council, Planning Commission, and staff on behalf of these entities, as outlined in the Code.
The City Council should use the review criteria outlined in Section 2.10(B) for changes to the Code. The amendment criteria generally include, but are not limited to, the following:
* Furthering the purposes of the Code;
* Amendments being in accordance with the Comprehensive Plan;
* Promoting the public safety, health, and general welfare of the community; and
* Improving the effectiveness and efficiency of administering the Code.
BACKGROUND AND SUMMARY OF AMENDMENTS
Wireless Communication Facilities
On June 4, 2025, the State of Colorado passed a new law, HB25-1056 - Local Government Permitting Wireless Telecommunications Facilities, which limits the permits and applications that local governments can require for certain types of WCFs, specifically Eligible Facility Requests (EFRs). EFRs are minor modifications or additions to existing WCFs. Additionally, HB25-1056 changes the consequences for when local governments fail to meet review timeframes (i.e., to approve or deny WCF applications). Staff is proposing amendments to Article 10 to comply with HB 25-1056.
Article 10 - Supplemental Standards. Article 10 contains the City's regulations for WCFs and refers to the City's EFR application as a "Site Improvement Permit." Howeve...
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