A first draft of the proposed Larimer County Water Master Plan will be presented to the public at an upcoming open house in October.

Although Larimer County is not a water provider, the county collaborates with its regional partners on the Larimer County Water Master Plan to use our current and future water resources wisely. Water resources are vital for our region's prosperity, health, tourism, agriculture, and economic well-being.

Larimer County Community Development will hold the open house for the public to view the plan from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., October 9, 2024, in the First Floor Hearing Room of the Larimer County Administrative Services Building at 200 W. Oak St., Fort Collins.

Following the open house, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners and Planning Commission will hold a joint work session to discuss strategies for the proposed Water Master Plan. While the public is invited to listen, there will be no public comment or participation. However, there will be opportunities for public comment at future public hearings. 

The Water Master Plan began in mid-2023, building on findings from a Regional Water Study and other local water resource initiatives. Its focus is on the long-term planning for water supply, forest health, water security, growth, and land use. Goals of the Water Master Plan include:

Minimizing threats to watersheds from hazards [floods, wildfires].

Promoting collaboration to support water sustainability.

Enhancing community understanding of water resources.

Aligning land use planning with water resource needs.

Improving water efficiency and conservation measures.

As our community navigates how to best steward Northern Colorado’s water resources, Larimer County needs community input during the open house to help further shape the master plan.

Questions or need more information? Visit the Larimer County Water Master Plan to find out more about water or email us at LCwaterplan@co.larimer.co.us.