People Against Annexing Crowsnest
We are a group of Castle Pines residents who refuse to let a remote, high-density satellite development drain our resources and change who we are... We oppose the proposed Crowsnest annexation because it would create a remote, disconnected island that would burden existing taxpayers with unsustainable service costs, erode our low-density community identity, fragment wildlife corridors and contradicts the 2021 Comprehensive Plan’s vision for contiguous, thoughtful growth. We advocate for sustainable development that strengthens—rather than strains—our city.
Why this should alarm every taxpayer in Castle Pines:
It could turn into a multimillion-dollar annual deficit, forcing existing taxpayers to subsidize the roads, parks, police and services for an isolated island. Forever.
We would service a disconnected 750-acre island 3–5 miles from our city core via a single road (Crowfoot Valley Rd.) which could strain police response times, fire coverage, schools and water systems.
It will likely fragment critical wildlife corridors and habitat in Lemon Gulch, replacing a vital natural buffer with high-density housing that disrupts elk, deer, raptor, and prairie dog movement—permanently harming biodiversity and increasing human-wildlife conflicts.
It could change who we are... from low-density town with open-space charm to a high-density satellite enclave - eroding our premium appeal, flooding the market with sales from denser housing, potentially devaluing our existing properties.
Get up to date information from the City of Castle Pines' website: Crowsnest Annexation Petition.
March 26th Zoning Hearing: Your Voice Matters The Planning Commission is reviewing the applicant’s Planned Development request. PAAC has prepared a detailed legal response to influence the Commission's recommendation to the City Council.
Don’t wait—sign here to add your name to the letter today.
Email crowsnestannexinfo@gmail.com
Write the Mayor and City Council members:
Letter: Draft a letter to the Mayor and City Council expressing your opposition.
Send: Email City Clerk Tobi at tobi@castlepinesco.gov
Deadline: Submit by March 18th by 4:30 p.m. to be included in the official council packet.
Show Up! Attend the Planning Commission Meeting
When: March 26th at 5:30 PM
Where: Castle Pines Library (Event Space)
Wear: White (to symbolize our collective opposition)
Testify: Have your 3-minute speech ready to go! Maybe just read your letter as there's no guarantee they are read before the meeting.
Hear From Your Neighbors Catch up on the last City Council hearing on Feb. 24. Watch the powerful testimony from local residents as they voiced their concerns and stood up for our community.
Get Real-Time Updates Be the first to know about new developments. Join the PAAC Facebook group to stay informed and engaged with our community’s efforts.
Don’t Let Your Neighbors Be the Last to Know Education is our strongest tool. Help us spread the word and ensure every resident in Castle Pines understands the impact of the proposed annexation.
Tell your neighbors today!
Email crowsnestannexinfo@gmail.com for more information
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