Land Use

Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) Announces High Level of Local Government Compliance with Colorado Law

The Colorado Department of Local Affairs is pleased to report a high rate of compliance and compliance in progress among subject jurisdictions with various laws related to strategic growth, in many cases well ahead of the statutory deadline. As required by Governor Polis’ May 16, 2025 Executive Order (EO) Regarding Strategic Growth through Compliance with State Laws (D 2025 005), DOLA made an initial determination of the compliance status of local governments subject to seven laws included in the 2024 and 2025 strategic growth legislation.

FINAL DRAFT Colorado Strategic Growth Report Released for Public Review

The Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) has released the final draft of the Colorado Strategic Growth Report and draft Policy Recommendations for public feedback.

Department of Local Affairs Announces Awards for Latest Housing Planning Grant Program Cycle

Monday, September 15, 2025

Media Contact: Shannon Gray | shannon.gray@state.co.us | (970)-505-7937

Feedback Opportunity: DRAFT Transect and Scenario Analysis for Statewide Strategic Growth Report

Senate Bill 24-174 requires DOLA to create two statewide reports: the Strategic Growth Report (due October 30, 2025) and the Natural Land and Agricultural Opportunities Report (due December 31, 2025). Thank you to everyone who has contributed feedback so far to help shape these important documents.

DOLA is excited to release the technical foundations for the Strategic Growth Report, the draft Transect and Scenario Analysis.

Important Update: Accessory Dwelling Unit Grant Program Application Deadline Extended!

To better support our applicants, we are extending the first [preliminary] round application deadline for the Accessory Dwelling Unit Grant program to Friday, October 3, at 5:00 PM.

Feedback Opportunity: Draft Transit Oriented Communities Infrastructure Grant Program Guidelines

The Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) is requesting feedback on the DRAFT Transit Oriented Communities Infrastructure Grant Program (TOCI) program guidelines.

Opportunity to Serve on the Regional Planning Roundtable Commission

Are you an experienced planner or a leader in your region of Colorado? Do you have a desire to support local governments by helping to bring people and resources together to address challenges and opportunities through regional collaboration? You may be interested in volunteering to serve on the 21-member Regional Planning Roundtable Commission created by HB25-1198 in the Department of Local Affairs (DOLA)!

Recording and Notes from August Land Use and Housing Engagement Meeting

Thank you to all who attended our monthly engagement meeting on State Land Use and Housing Legislation held on August 22, 2025. A recording of this webinar and meeting slides along with recordings and slides from past monthly meetings are available on our Tools, Guidance, and Engagement page.

Feedback Opportunity: Draft Vital Landscapes and Resources Planning Guide

DOLA is excited to release the first draft of the Vital Landscapes and Resources Planning Guide. We are looking for input from local governments and regional entities on the Planning Guide, which is a step by step practical guide for planning staff, planning commissioners, local government officials, and the public to consider during the comprehensive plan update process in Colorado communities.

ADU Grant Program First [Preliminary] Application Cycle Opens August 1, 2025

Are you part of a Colorado local or tribal government that has been or is intending to be certified by DOLA as an ADU Supportive Jurisdiction? DOLA’s Division of Local Government’s Accessory Dwelling Unit Grant Program (ADUG) is now accepting applications for activities that promote the construction of ADUs, including but not limited to: