Residents and officials of Douglas County unite against proposed development at Pine Canyon ranch | News

A proposed 530-acre development in unincorporated Douglas County has sparked opposition from residents and officials in the nearby Town of Castle Rock. The plan involves turning Pine Canyon ranch into a mixed-use development with 1,800 residential units, open space, and a renewable water system. The land, surrounded by Castle Rock, requires rezoning to proceed. Concerns raised during a recent county meeting focused on the water system and potential traffic impacts from the development. The Walker family, owners of Pine Canyon since 1885, have been trying to develop the land since 2003, with previous attempts to annex it into Castle Rock failing. The current proposal includes 800 single-family units, 1,000 multi-family units, and space for non-residential use. Plans also include a transportation hub and extensive park and trail space. Castle Rock officials have raised concerns about the potential strain on their community from the development, citing traffic impacts and sewage treatment concerns. The county commissioners are set to hold another public hearing and a final vote on the proposal. Residents and officials from Castle Rock will be closely monitoring the situation to ensure that any development in the area will not negatively impact their community and infrastructure.

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