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Commission approves development agreement for Spanish Valley project expected to add up to 192 homes
Summary
The commission approved a 20‑year development agreement with developers for Elon Spanish Valley Estates covering roughly 48.8 acres and up to 192 units in phased construction; staff and developers said infrastructure is partly in place and phasing will depend on market conditions.
The San Juan County Commission voted Aug. 5 to approve a development agreement with Elon Spanish Valley Estates LLC for a 48.81‑acre project in Spanish Valley that could ultimately include up to 192 single‑family, duplex or live/work townhome units constructed in phases.
Why it matters: The project represents one of the largest residential developments proposed for Spanish Valley and is intended to add a range of housing types to the local market. Approval authorizes the county to enter a 20‑year development agreement that sets phasing, infrastructure expectations and other protections for the county.
Project highlights: Staff said some infrastructure work — roads, water and sewer laterals and a detention basin — has already been installed under earlier plats. The development agreement identifies six phases and includes requirements for stormwater controls, erosion and right‑of‑way coordination with neighboring properties.
Developer comments and timeline: Developers told commissioners that some roads, water and sewer boxes are already installed and that the work began in late 2023. They said the 20‑year agreement gives them flexibility to build to market demand and allows periodic amendments as needed. The developers said they intend to finish engineering with local utility districts and Rocky Mountain Power before moving full construction ahead.
Commission action: Commissioners voted to approve the development agreement as presented. Planning staff and the county attorney will work with the developer on subsequent final plats, infrastructure approvals and any requested amendments.
Ending: Developers and staff said they will return with engineering approvals and phasing details as the project advances; commissioners said they look forward to the addition of housing choices in Spanish Valley.
