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Forsyth Rock conservation easement approved; landowner asked that no structures be allowed
Summary
The BOCC approved purchase of a 36-acre conservation easement at Forsyth Rock for $400,000, preserving views, significant natural communities and prohibiting new structures at the owner's request.
Boulder County commissioners approved a conservation-easement acquisition at Forsyth Rock on Dec. 9, a 36‑acre property with rock outcroppings, wetlands and contiguous conservation areas. The agreed price is $400,000. Aaron (Eric) Clark, a land officer with Parks and Open Space, told the board the owner requested a full restriction on structures and that the easement will preserve views and ecological values.
Clark described Forsyth Rock as visible from across the county and outlined comprehensive-plan designations that indicate archaeological sensitivity and natural-area priorities. Commissioners asked about public access and whether prohibiting structures would prevent small maintenance or wildfire-related facilities; staff said the landowner requested a restrictive easement that prohibits structures and that the landowner voluntarily allows neighbors limited pedestrian access.
Funding for some recent acquisitions in other parts of the meeting was described as coming from the 2021 Gross Reservoir settlement with Denver Water (a $5.1M allocation for acquisitions). Staff recommended approval and POZAC had recommended the acquisition.
The board approved the Forsyth Rock conservation easement by voice vote. Staff will record the easement and proceed with closing.
