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Greeley council approves Cascadia annexations and PUD zoning despite public opposition
Summary
The City of Greeley approved two annexations and Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning for the 833-acre Cascadia project after staff and the planning commission recommended approval; residents and petitioners urged delays and more public input, citing water, affordability and a nearby salvage yard.
The City of Greeley council on Tuesday approved two annexations and PUD zoning to enable the Cascadia master-planned development, a project that would cover roughly 833.8 acres at the city’s western gateway and allow up to 3,401 residential units alongside commercial, entertainment and open-space elements.
City staff and the Planning Commission said the applications meet the city’s development-code criteria and comprehensive-plan goals, and recommended council approval. Brian McBroom, a city staff presenter, told council that "city staff and the Planning Commission do recommend approval of both of these annexations" after a multi-department review.
Supporters and the project team described the PUD as a long-range framework for mixed uses at the Highway 34/Highway 257 gateway. Martin Lynn of the Water Valley Company and Ryan McBreen of Norris Design said the PUD is intended to knit nine planning areas together and provide parks, trails, a transit hub and a catalyst area that includes an arena, hotel and water park.
But multiple residents who spoke during the public comment period urged…
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