Board discusses Rhyolite Butte landmarking, application process and potential grants

Jun 3, 2026

Board members discussed the historical importance of Royal Light/Rhyolite Butte and explored whether the town could pursue local landmark status; staff said property-owner consent (Parks Department) is required for an application and recommended a study session and possible CLG grant to fund surveys and plan updates.

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A member of the Castle Rock Historic Preservation Board raised the possibility of pursuing local landmark status for the Royal Light area (Rhyolite/Royalite Butte) in Crystal Valley and the board discussed next steps and constraints.

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