San Juan Regional Planning Commission
Meetings
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m., held in the County Courthouse unless posted otherwise. Agendas and materials for upcoming meetings.
Planning Commission and Historic Review Committee
The Planning Commission is a statutorily authorized board, appointed by the Board of County Commissioners, that prepares and adopts the county master plan. The Planning Commission also reviews and makes recommendations concerning development applications within the county. Changes to the Land Use Code were approved on March 8, 2017 by the San Juan County Board of Commissioners.
Historic Development Review
When changes are sought on historic structures or sites, it triggers a review for historic resources. This step is designed to help preserve Silverton's and San Juan County's historic character, allow citizens to comment on changes, and for owners of eligible properties to hear about available financial incentives.
Historic Preservation
Historic preservation is an endeavor that seeks to preserve, conserve and protect buildings, objects, landscapes or other artifacts of historical significance. San Juan County, through its shared railroad and mining past, is dotted with sites and structures that tell the story of early settlement and landmark innovation.
National Historic Landmark
National Historic Landmarks are nationally significant historic places designated by the Secretary of the Interior because they possess exceptional value or quality in illustrating or interpreting the heritage of the United States. Today, fewer than 2,500 historic places bear this national distinction. Of the 22 in Colorado, San Juan County is home to 3, the Silverton Historic District, Shenandoah Dives (Mayflower) Mill, and the Durango-Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.
Members
(Both Planning Commission & Historic Review Committee)
Ken Safranski, Chairman
Beverly Rich
Melissa Childs
Austin Lashley
Jim Harper
Lindsey Halvorson
Jim Weller
Staff:
Willy Tookey, County Administrator
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PO Box 466, Silverton, CO 81433