Project Background
The Town of Norwood is updating their Land Use Code, which was originally adopted in 1994, recodified in 1995, and has since been amended 15 times since the last adoption. The most recent amendment to the code was in 2020.
The Town of Norwood received funding through the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) through the Local Planning and Capacity Grant Program. With this funding, the Town of Norwood is updating their Land Use Code. This grant program has helped Colorado communities to address affordable housing and remain eligible for Proposition 123 funding through the Fast Track Review Process, which includes expediting development review, permitting, and zoning for affordable housing.
Technical work will include a detailed assessment of the
Town’s existing development code, recent case activity, and administrative
processes. Through the process, KLJ Engineering will evaluate the structure and
clarity of the existing regulations to identify duplications, conflicts, gaps,
and outdated or unclear language. The existing code will be accessed to
determine the compatibility of the code adopted with master plan policies and
state regulatory requirements. This process will also analyze trends in
development applications to identify common challenges and areas where
applicants, staff, or decision-makers experience recurring friction.
