January Updates: Jan. 29, 2026

As we begin the new year, the City is sharing an update on the Land Use Code project.

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Land Use Code update process. In December, City Council unanimously adopted (6–0) the Ordinance amending the Land Use Code at second and final reading.

The updated Land Use Code improves clarity and usability, aligns regulations with adopted City policies and supports community priorities related to growth and development. The code provides a consistent framework to guide future development in Fort Collins.

What This Means

With City Council’s adoption, the updated Land Use Code is now in effect as outlined in the Ordinance. The adopted code is available at fortcollins.gov/LandUseCode.

Continued Updates in 2026

Work on the Land Use Code is ongoing. Additional updates related to the Commercial Corridors and Centers work are planned for 2026. The scope of this work is still being developed.

City staff discussed potential next steps with City Council at a work session on Jan. 27. The primary focus of this discussion was the City’s compliance with State of Colorado House Bill 1313: Housing in Transit-Oriented Communities. Passed in 2024 this state legislation includes requirements to support housing near existing or planned high-frequency transit. Staff is seeking City Council guidance on how to meet the requirements of the legislation.

Updates will be shared as more information becomes available.

Thank You for Your Participation

Community participation played an important role in the Land Use Code update. Feedback was provided through neighborhood visits, open houses, online comments and direct conversations with City staff and helped inform the adopted code.

For questions or additional information, contact Megan Keith at mkeith@fortcollins.gov.