Planning Commission recommends Roche Harbor master-plan amendments, including 100-foot forested buffer and 40% open space for added parcels

Oct 17, 2025

The Planning Commission voted Oct. 17 to forward findings and a unanimous recommendation to the County Council to amend the Roche Harbor Master Planned Resort Activity Center map and master plan, requiring a 100‑foot forested buffer and 40% open space on five parcels while leaving the 180‑unit cap unchanged.

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The San Juan County Planning Commission on Oct. 17 recommended that the County Council approve amendments to the Roche Harbor Master Planned Resort Activity Center master plan and official maps as presented in staff reports and with specified conditions. The commission—s vote was unanimous following public testimony and a staff presentation by Planner Sophia Cassam.

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