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Saguache County has imposed a temporary moratorium on solar projects for the purpose of establishing regulations intended to protect the citizens of Saguache County, wildlife and environmental effects.  Saguache County agrees and supports the renewable energy initiative and looks forward to working to provide renewable projects that serve this initiative.  Renewable energy with the goal of minimizing carbon footprint is the policy and desire of Saguache County.  The Moratorium is in no way designed to limit renewable energy projects that serve the goals of the County, reduce the carbon footprint, and serve the benefit of Saguache and Valley residents while considering effects on wildlife, environment, redundancy, and the interests of landowners. 

THE PROPOSED 2024 BUDGET AMENDMENTS WILL BE REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY THE SAGUACHE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2025, DURING THE REGULAR BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING AT 1:00PM.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT THE SAGUACHE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION OFFICE AT 719-655-2231 OR VIRGINA WEST AT VWEST@SAGUACHECOUNTY-CO.GOV. 

Winter storms can be stressful to livestock, especially those kept outdoors. Wind chills and prolonged cold increases their need for shelter, food and water. Dehydration can be a great hazard during winter storms. Prepare now to protect your livestock during
winter storms.

  Read more on "Winter Storms and Your Livestock"

  Read more on "Wind Breaks for Livestock Operations" 

As announced in November 2024, the Saguache County Land Use office was awarded the Sustainable Code Challenge grant from the Rocky Mountain Land Use Institute, courtesy of the Gates Family Foundation. We are one of two jurisdictions to receive this opportunity. It will help us with updating our 1041 Regulations and Land Development Codes, and we are eager to wrap up this project.

As we approach the final stages of this grant, we are planning a concluding meeting with the facilitators to obtain their findings, which will aid in the development of our 1041 Regulations. We cordially invite you to join us for their presentation on solar development and sustainable energy. The meeting will take place on Monday, January 6th at 1:00pm in the Road and Bridge meeting room, 305 3rd Street, Saguache, CO 81149. Should you have any inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact Amber Wilson, Saguache County Land Use Administrator, at atorrez@saguachecounty-co.gov or 719-655-2321.

To view the final draft of their findings, please view here.