Development and Open Space

Open spaces and smart growth are two of the hallmarks of high quality of life in Boulder County.

The County Commissioners place a high value in acquiring, preserving and improving open space for our residents. Part of this mission includes the preservation of the county's agricultural lands and way of life.

We also stand behind land use policies that encourage smart development, with as minimal impact as possible on the environment, vistas and surrounding properties.

Accomplishing these tasks is something we cannot do on our own. The Commissioners work cooperatively with officials from local cities and towns to jointly purchase and manage open space and to craft Intergovernmental Agreements (IGAs) regarding growth, development and open space.

Please visit our Land Use and Parks and Open Space web sites for more information.