Chuck Harmon

The Idaho Springs Historic Sites and Facilities Preservation Plan for 2025-2028 outlines a project plan for the preservation of fifteen city-owned historic properties. It details the current condition of various historic sites and facilities, work needed, and suggested funding sources. The plan includes an annual maintenance schedule to guide city staff in regular inspection and maintenance, emphasizing community engagement, compliance with city and National Park Service standards, and sustainability.

The 2017 Idaho Springs Comprehensive Plan is a complete revision of the 2008 plan, reflecting community changes and including updated tables, goals, and maps. The plan addresses key areas such as land use, housing, transportation, economic development, tourism, environmental protection, parks and recreation, historic preservation, and public facilities and services. It aims to maintain and enhance the community's character and quality of life while managing growth, providing diverse housing options, promoting efficient transportation, fostering economic development and tourism, preserving natural resources, and celebrating the city's mining history. Specific strategies include promoting multi-modal transportation, encouraging a mix of housing types, supporting local businesses, preserving historic resources, and improving public services. The plan also addresses challenges such as I-70's impact, housing affordability, and the aging population.