The Fremont County Department of Planning and Zoning is a service, information and enforcement oriented entity, primarily dealing with land use issues in the un-incorporated areas of Fremont County.
Planning Commission Vacancy
The Board of County Commissioners is accepting letters of interest from citizens of Fremont County wishing to serve on the Fremont County Planning Commission.
The Commission meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. to review land use proposals, such as subdivisions, zone changes, and use permits and make recommendations to the County Commissioners who render a final decision on land use proposals. The Planning Commission has also begun monthly workshop sessions to update the Fremont County Master Plan, a county-wide guideline for reviewing land use proposals.
The seat that is vacant has typically represented western Fremont County. The Board of County Commissioners is encouraging letters of interest from western Fremont County residents. However, the application process is open to anyone.
Interested persons should submit a letter stating their qualifications and reasons for wanting to serve by mail or in person to:
Fremont County Commissioners
615 Macon Ave., Room 115
Cañon City, CO 81212Or by fax: 719-276-7304
The deadline for letters of interest is 4:00pm, Tuesday, March 2, 2010
The Planning Commission appointment is for a three year term. For more information concerning the Planning Commission, please contact the Department of Planning and Zoning at 276-7360 or by email at planning@fremontco.com.
Special thanks given to Marshall Butler and Bill Giordano. Thanks CCHS!