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Commissioners voice concern that water-rich status could attract development and raise infrastructure questions
Summary
Some commissioners said Englewood's comparatively strong water position could make it an attractive target for infill and larger developments; questions included whether the mandated elements would affect water sales to other cities and how to treat high-water-demand uses like data centers.
Commissioners raised concerns that documenting a robust water supply could put Englewood on the radar for developers seeking sites with adequate utilities.
"I just don't want, I don't know. I get nervous about the state pushing things on us as I really believe in local control," Commissioner Michelle said, expressing wariness that grant incentives might favor water-rich municipalities.
Commissioner Carl asked whether the new planning elements would restrict Englewood’s ability to sell water to other cities; staff had no immediate answer and agreed to research the question. Commissioners also asked about specific high-demand uses: a commissioner queried whether data centers — which can use substantial water — might be permitted; staff noted the current code does not contemplate data centers as an allowed use in Englewood.
