600 W US Hwy 160 - Pagosa Views - Preliminary Major Subdivision

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The Town of Pagosa Springs has received a REVISED application for “Preliminary Major Subdivision” for Phase 1 of the Pagosa Views Planned Development located at 500 and 600 W. US Hwy 160.

Phase 1 is proposed along the Hwy 160 frontage portion of the property, to subdivide 11 acres and prepare 41 residential lots, along with roads, access, and dedicated public open space and trails.

The Planning Commission will conduct a special meeting and public hearing on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at 5:30 pm to consider a recommendation regarding the Preliminary Major Subdivision application for Phase 1. The Town Council will then consider the development application, Planning Commission recommendation, Public comments and staff report at a future public hearing.

The Public Hearing will be conducted in person at 551 Hot Springs Blvd and also available for remote attendance via the Zoom meeting platform. Public comment will be taken in person and over Zoom. To access the meeting agendas and staff reports, click the round Minutes and Agendas tab located along the bottom of the photo on the Town’s website home page at pagosasprings.co.gov. You may also view the application at mypagosa.org/proposed-development-projects.

We encourage interested parties to contact the Planning Division prior to the public hearing dates, with any questions via phone at 970-585-8636 or email at kdeluche@pagosasprings.co.gov. Written comments received 7 days prior to the meeting or public hearing will be forwarded to the Planning Commission for their consideration. Public comments will be accepted at the public hearings/meetings.

The Town of Pagosa Springs has received a REVISED application for “Preliminary Major Subdivision” for Phase 1 of the Pagosa Views Planned Development located at 500 and 600 W. US Hwy 160.

Phase 1 is proposed along the Hwy 160 frontage portion of the property, to subdivide 11 acres and prepare 41 residential lots, along with roads, access, and dedicated public open space and trails.

The Planning Commission will conduct a special meeting and public hearing on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at 5:30 pm to consider a recommendation regarding the Preliminary Major Subdivision application for Phase 1. The Town Council will then consider the development application, Planning Commission recommendation, Public comments and staff report at a future public hearing.

The Public Hearing will be conducted in person at 551 Hot Springs Blvd and also available for remote attendance via the Zoom meeting platform. Public comment will be taken in person and over Zoom. To access the meeting agendas and staff reports, click the round Minutes and Agendas tab located along the bottom of the photo on the Town’s website home page at pagosasprings.co.gov. You may also view the application at mypagosa.org/proposed-development-projects.

We encourage interested parties to contact the Planning Division prior to the public hearing dates, with any questions via phone at 970-585-8636 or email at kdeluche@pagosasprings.co.gov. Written comments received 7 days prior to the meeting or public hearing will be forwarded to the Planning Commission for their consideration. Public comments will be accepted at the public hearings/meetings.

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  • Share This density of housing emptying out on Highway 160 will be a disaster. People will always find excuses as to how the impact will be minimized, but unless ingress and egress is diverted to other areas, traffic congestion and increased risk of accidents on this Highway will be significantly increased. on Facebook Share This density of housing emptying out on Highway 160 will be a disaster. People will always find excuses as to how the impact will be minimized, but unless ingress and egress is diverted to other areas, traffic congestion and increased risk of accidents on this Highway will be significantly increased. on Twitter Share This density of housing emptying out on Highway 160 will be a disaster. People will always find excuses as to how the impact will be minimized, but unless ingress and egress is diverted to other areas, traffic congestion and increased risk of accidents on this Highway will be significantly increased. on Linkedin Email This density of housing emptying out on Highway 160 will be a disaster. People will always find excuses as to how the impact will be minimized, but unless ingress and egress is diverted to other areas, traffic congestion and increased risk of accidents on this Highway will be significantly increased. link

    This density of housing emptying out on Highway 160 will be a disaster. People will always find excuses as to how the impact will be minimized, but unless ingress and egress is diverted to other areas, traffic congestion and increased risk of accidents on this Highway will be significantly increased.

    PreservePagosa asked about 2 years ago

    A traffic impact study for the proposed development is underway, the results of which will reveal how many vehicle trips will be generated through each intersection and make suggestions on the mitigations, which may include diverting vehicles. We will know more when the study is completed. 

    If you haven't already reviewed the evidence on the safety of roundabouts, feel free to check that out. One additional resource on roundabouts (although dated from 2007) is available here.  

    - Your MyPagosa.org Team 

  • Share Is it possible to develop a different location so traffic won’t be overwhelming? Thank you kindly Cee, 2 Aug 2022, 15:21 on Facebook Share Is it possible to develop a different location so traffic won’t be overwhelming? Thank you kindly Cee, 2 Aug 2022, 15:21 on Twitter Share Is it possible to develop a different location so traffic won’t be overwhelming? Thank you kindly Cee, 2 Aug 2022, 15:21 on Linkedin Email Is it possible to develop a different location so traffic won’t be overwhelming? Thank you kindly Cee, 2 Aug 2022, 15:21 link

    Is it possible to develop a different location so traffic won’t be overwhelming? Thank you kindly Cee, 2 Aug 2022, 15:21

    about 2 years ago

    Hello Cee, 

    Based on the developer's expertise and product type and their needs, they have chosen to develop this property. Keep in mind that a traffic impact study is underway at present. The findings of that study will be used to design the traffic mitigations and measures to maintain an adequate level of service. The project, if approved, also also includes a connection through the property to the west that will be developed when that neighboring property develops in the future. The connections will serve to provide relief from the exiting one-way-in and one-way-out of town, which is Highway 160.  

    Your MyPagosa.org Team

  • Share I am hearing talk of ingress and egress through alpha subdivision. This would be disastrous for the alpha neighborhood. We already have too many contractors pulling heavy equipment and or exceeding the 25 mile an hour speed limit daily which is destroying our roads and endangering our residents. After weeks of preparing and applying the magnesium chloride, there were new potholes and wash boards within a month of application. The county sheriffs department doesn’t have the resources to police this area as it stands now. In addition, The exit to 160 via Aspen Village Drive can barely handle the traffic now. Any ingress and egress to the proposed development should be confined to city property. The county residents should not suffer the collateral damage from poor decisions, past and future, being made by city officials. Thank you. on Facebook Share I am hearing talk of ingress and egress through alpha subdivision. This would be disastrous for the alpha neighborhood. We already have too many contractors pulling heavy equipment and or exceeding the 25 mile an hour speed limit daily which is destroying our roads and endangering our residents. After weeks of preparing and applying the magnesium chloride, there were new potholes and wash boards within a month of application. The county sheriffs department doesn’t have the resources to police this area as it stands now. In addition, The exit to 160 via Aspen Village Drive can barely handle the traffic now. Any ingress and egress to the proposed development should be confined to city property. The county residents should not suffer the collateral damage from poor decisions, past and future, being made by city officials. Thank you. on Twitter Share I am hearing talk of ingress and egress through alpha subdivision. This would be disastrous for the alpha neighborhood. We already have too many contractors pulling heavy equipment and or exceeding the 25 mile an hour speed limit daily which is destroying our roads and endangering our residents. After weeks of preparing and applying the magnesium chloride, there were new potholes and wash boards within a month of application. The county sheriffs department doesn’t have the resources to police this area as it stands now. In addition, The exit to 160 via Aspen Village Drive can barely handle the traffic now. Any ingress and egress to the proposed development should be confined to city property. The county residents should not suffer the collateral damage from poor decisions, past and future, being made by city officials. Thank you. on Linkedin Email I am hearing talk of ingress and egress through alpha subdivision. This would be disastrous for the alpha neighborhood. We already have too many contractors pulling heavy equipment and or exceeding the 25 mile an hour speed limit daily which is destroying our roads and endangering our residents. After weeks of preparing and applying the magnesium chloride, there were new potholes and wash boards within a month of application. The county sheriffs department doesn’t have the resources to police this area as it stands now. In addition, The exit to 160 via Aspen Village Drive can barely handle the traffic now. Any ingress and egress to the proposed development should be confined to city property. The county residents should not suffer the collateral damage from poor decisions, past and future, being made by city officials. Thank you. link

    I am hearing talk of ingress and egress through alpha subdivision. This would be disastrous for the alpha neighborhood. We already have too many contractors pulling heavy equipment and or exceeding the 25 mile an hour speed limit daily which is destroying our roads and endangering our residents. After weeks of preparing and applying the magnesium chloride, there were new potholes and wash boards within a month of application. The county sheriffs department doesn’t have the resources to police this area as it stands now. In addition, The exit to 160 via Aspen Village Drive can barely handle the traffic now. Any ingress and egress to the proposed development should be confined to city property. The county residents should not suffer the collateral damage from poor decisions, past and future, being made by city officials. Thank you.

    Preservingourwayoflife asked over 2 years ago

    Hello, 

    The access as proposed is across from 14th Street at US 160, with the second access onto 10th Street as shown on the plans. The secondary road network would include an access through the adjacent Stanger property, at the point in the future that property applies for a development permit.

    Thank you. 

    MyPagosa Team 



  • Share This appears to be a good attempt to help reduce the affordable housing crisis in Pagosa. Is the town of Pagosa offering any other incentives to attract developers to build similar projects as this? This seems like an excellent plan provided road logistics, water, and utilities are properly handled. on Facebook Share This appears to be a good attempt to help reduce the affordable housing crisis in Pagosa. Is the town of Pagosa offering any other incentives to attract developers to build similar projects as this? This seems like an excellent plan provided road logistics, water, and utilities are properly handled. on Twitter Share This appears to be a good attempt to help reduce the affordable housing crisis in Pagosa. Is the town of Pagosa offering any other incentives to attract developers to build similar projects as this? This seems like an excellent plan provided road logistics, water, and utilities are properly handled. on Linkedin Email This appears to be a good attempt to help reduce the affordable housing crisis in Pagosa. Is the town of Pagosa offering any other incentives to attract developers to build similar projects as this? This seems like an excellent plan provided road logistics, water, and utilities are properly handled. link

    This appears to be a good attempt to help reduce the affordable housing crisis in Pagosa. Is the town of Pagosa offering any other incentives to attract developers to build similar projects as this? This seems like an excellent plan provided road logistics, water, and utilities are properly handled.

    reggaedog asked over 2 years ago

    Hello reggaedog, 

    This particular project included 10% of the total housing units to be provided at affordable rates. About one-third of the workforce housing units are to be provided in each of the three phases.  The developer has committed to providing housing to those making as low as 40% AMI which is about $600 a month for a studio apartment. They have not requested a density bonus for this project, under which a developer may request up to 50% more density in exchange for restricting 25% of the units for those making between 60-120% AMI. 

    With respect to infrastructure, while it's well known that infrastructure (water capacity, sewer function, highway function) are approaching or at their capacity, this project will be required to provide upgrades to all those systems. The proposal is in process of "modeling" which will inform the developer how much upgrade is needed to maintain an adequate level of service for the existing residents. The results of that modeling isn't available yet and more information will be forthcoming when that information is compiled. 

    MyPagosa.org Team 

  • Share Hi, just a couple of questions: 1. Will there be a connecting road to the north end of Squaw Canyon Place? That would be great. 2. Is it possible to obtain city septic on Squaw Canyon Place, if they acquire city septic? C: 907.312.6699 on Facebook Share Hi, just a couple of questions: 1. Will there be a connecting road to the north end of Squaw Canyon Place? That would be great. 2. Is it possible to obtain city septic on Squaw Canyon Place, if they acquire city septic? C: 907.312.6699 on Twitter Share Hi, just a couple of questions: 1. Will there be a connecting road to the north end of Squaw Canyon Place? That would be great. 2. Is it possible to obtain city septic on Squaw Canyon Place, if they acquire city septic? C: 907.312.6699 on Linkedin Email Hi, just a couple of questions: 1. Will there be a connecting road to the north end of Squaw Canyon Place? That would be great. 2. Is it possible to obtain city septic on Squaw Canyon Place, if they acquire city septic? C: 907.312.6699 link

    Hi, just a couple of questions: 1. Will there be a connecting road to the north end of Squaw Canyon Place? That would be great. 2. Is it possible to obtain city septic on Squaw Canyon Place, if they acquire city septic? C: 907.312.6699

    Ms. Shänti asked over 2 years ago

    Hello Ms. Shanti, 

    Squaw Canyon Place is not in the Town, and a connection through Alpha is not proposed. Typically to connect to city sewer (Pagosa Springs Sanitation General Improvement District or PSSGID) a development would be annexed into the town or proposing to be annexed. There is no proposal to annex Alpha or any portion of it. 

    - MyPagosa Team 


  • Share The developer may pay for the connection fees, but who is going to pay for the additional water treatment and sewer treatment facilities for 2000 people. That is as many as live in the town now. on Facebook Share The developer may pay for the connection fees, but who is going to pay for the additional water treatment and sewer treatment facilities for 2000 people. That is as many as live in the town now. on Twitter Share The developer may pay for the connection fees, but who is going to pay for the additional water treatment and sewer treatment facilities for 2000 people. That is as many as live in the town now. on Linkedin Email The developer may pay for the connection fees, but who is going to pay for the additional water treatment and sewer treatment facilities for 2000 people. That is as many as live in the town now. link

    The developer may pay for the connection fees, but who is going to pay for the additional water treatment and sewer treatment facilities for 2000 people. That is as many as live in the town now.

    carollehunt asked over 2 years ago

    Utility providers are responsible for planning for future growth and setting fees to cover the costs of that growth. You can review the fees for Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District here.  

  • Share Who is going to pay for the water and sewer needs for this many people? on Facebook Share Who is going to pay for the water and sewer needs for this many people? on Twitter Share Who is going to pay for the water and sewer needs for this many people? on Linkedin Email Who is going to pay for the water and sewer needs for this many people? link

    Who is going to pay for the water and sewer needs for this many people?

    carollehunt asked over 2 years ago

    Hello, 

    All utility connection fees are the responsibility of the developer. The connection and availability fees are set by the respective boards governing the utility companies, in this case the Pagosa Springs Sanitation General Improvement District (PSSGID) for sewer and Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation (PAWSD) for water. 

    MyPagosa Team 

  • Share How are all those people going to get out onto Putt hill with one access on Facebook Share How are all those people going to get out onto Putt hill with one access on Twitter Share How are all those people going to get out onto Putt hill with one access on Linkedin Email How are all those people going to get out onto Putt hill with one access link

    How are all those people going to get out onto Putt hill with one access

    carollehunt asked over 2 years ago

    Hello Carolle, 

    Thank you for the question. The proposal includes 2 accesses, although the secondary access contemplates using 10th Street. The proposal will require a full traffic study that will dictate the improvements needed to keep the roadway system at an adequate level of service. Please refer to the other response on access in this post. 

    Thank you!

    -The MyPagosa.org Team 

  • Share I am a property owner on South 8th Street and I am in full support of this project. It will provide much needed housing and is well located proximate to the downtown. Please ensure that they provide a connected street network throughout the project and, at minimum, walking and bicycling access to the Elementary School. In addition, please ensure they provide the Putt Hill active transportation/multi-modal trail. on Facebook Share I am a property owner on South 8th Street and I am in full support of this project. It will provide much needed housing and is well located proximate to the downtown. Please ensure that they provide a connected street network throughout the project and, at minimum, walking and bicycling access to the Elementary School. In addition, please ensure they provide the Putt Hill active transportation/multi-modal trail. on Twitter Share I am a property owner on South 8th Street and I am in full support of this project. It will provide much needed housing and is well located proximate to the downtown. Please ensure that they provide a connected street network throughout the project and, at minimum, walking and bicycling access to the Elementary School. In addition, please ensure they provide the Putt Hill active transportation/multi-modal trail. on Linkedin Email I am a property owner on South 8th Street and I am in full support of this project. It will provide much needed housing and is well located proximate to the downtown. Please ensure that they provide a connected street network throughout the project and, at minimum, walking and bicycling access to the Elementary School. In addition, please ensure they provide the Putt Hill active transportation/multi-modal trail. link

    I am a property owner on South 8th Street and I am in full support of this project. It will provide much needed housing and is well located proximate to the downtown. Please ensure that they provide a connected street network throughout the project and, at minimum, walking and bicycling access to the Elementary School. In addition, please ensure they provide the Putt Hill active transportation/multi-modal trail.

    tamra79 asked over 2 years ago

    Hello Tamra, 

    Thank you for your comments. Town staff is working with the applicant on ensuring street and trail connections as well as the Putt Hill trail are provided for public benefit. With subsequent iterations of the project staff have asked for a breakdown on the types of open space provided. 

    - MyPagosa.org Team

  • Share I own the business across the street from this proposed development. 800 units of housing and camping seems far to high impact for this parcel of land. Can you imagine 1000 people trying to turn off of 160 twice everyday? You can't even make a turn without almost getting hit as it stands now. Then add Vendors and tourist traffic. This seem like a ridiculous proposal due to just the sheer number of dwellings and full time people living in this space. I do not believe there is anything else close to this density and size in all of Pagosa Springs. I believe this should be scaled back considerably Thanks Andy on Facebook Share I own the business across the street from this proposed development. 800 units of housing and camping seems far to high impact for this parcel of land. Can you imagine 1000 people trying to turn off of 160 twice everyday? You can't even make a turn without almost getting hit as it stands now. Then add Vendors and tourist traffic. This seem like a ridiculous proposal due to just the sheer number of dwellings and full time people living in this space. I do not believe there is anything else close to this density and size in all of Pagosa Springs. I believe this should be scaled back considerably Thanks Andy on Twitter Share I own the business across the street from this proposed development. 800 units of housing and camping seems far to high impact for this parcel of land. Can you imagine 1000 people trying to turn off of 160 twice everyday? You can't even make a turn without almost getting hit as it stands now. Then add Vendors and tourist traffic. This seem like a ridiculous proposal due to just the sheer number of dwellings and full time people living in this space. I do not believe there is anything else close to this density and size in all of Pagosa Springs. I believe this should be scaled back considerably Thanks Andy on Linkedin Email I own the business across the street from this proposed development. 800 units of housing and camping seems far to high impact for this parcel of land. Can you imagine 1000 people trying to turn off of 160 twice everyday? You can't even make a turn without almost getting hit as it stands now. Then add Vendors and tourist traffic. This seem like a ridiculous proposal due to just the sheer number of dwellings and full time people living in this space. I do not believe there is anything else close to this density and size in all of Pagosa Springs. I believe this should be scaled back considerably Thanks Andy link

    I own the business across the street from this proposed development. 800 units of housing and camping seems far to high impact for this parcel of land. Can you imagine 1000 people trying to turn off of 160 twice everyday? You can't even make a turn without almost getting hit as it stands now. Then add Vendors and tourist traffic. This seem like a ridiculous proposal due to just the sheer number of dwellings and full time people living in this space. I do not believe there is anything else close to this density and size in all of Pagosa Springs. I believe this should be scaled back considerably Thanks Andy

    Andy asked over 2 years ago

    Hello Andy, 

    Thank you for your comments. It may clarify to know this will be a multi-phase project that will take several years to build out. The proposed density (approximately 6-10 units per acre) is less than what would be allowed by right (22 units per acre). The applicant is required to complete a full traffic study which will dictate what improvements need to be made to accommodate traffic. Yes, Highway 160 is challenging and with each new development proposal the Town requests easement to continue the piecing together of a secondary road network - one on the north side and one on the south side of 160 - to accommodate the future buildout of the community. 

    All that said, the applicant received feedback from public comment like this one at the meeting and from staff and will bring back another iteration of the proposal, when that happens, it will be posted on MyPagosa.org. 

    The project will go before the Planning Commission again On Tuesday 6/28 with the meeting starting at 5:30 p.m. 

    Public comments are taken during the meeting but written comments may also be forwarded a week in advance to cschultz@pagosasprings.co.gov for inclusion in the agenda packet that goes out to the Planning Commission.  Agendas and Minutes can be accessed on the Town's website at https://pagosasprings.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingTypeList.aspx 

    Let us know if you have any questions. 

    MyPagosa.org Team