On Thursday, May
27th, at 6:30 PM, the Ouray County Commissioners will hold a
public information meeting at Ridgway 4H building.
They will review a modified set of visual impact regulations
that, in their words, will "preserve the unique physical environment and scenic values that have traditionally characterized and defined the county." More specifically, their goal is to better define:
* The blending of new
residential construction with the surrounding environment (outside of the municipalities).
* The siting of structures (location of homes on build-able lots).
* A tiered process that makes it easier for homes that comply with these
goals and creates a more thorough review for homes that might have a
greater visual impact.
This is an informational meeting to get a sense of public sentiment. They are far from a final document. It is
important that we back this effort, with at the very least a few words of encouragement. There will be citizens present who have other ideas and it will be
helpful to hear voices supporting and defending it. If you want more information the proposed draft is on the County Website and the Ouray Watch of last week posted a good synopsis of the proposal.
Please attend and/or please email or write the County Commissioners supporting their efforts. Thank you.
Click here to view the ROCC organizational diagram. Call a ROCC officer to get involved.