Land Development Code Update
El Paso County is working to update the Land Development Code. This update is managed by a project team comprised of Planning and Community Development staff, an Advisory Group of community members and development professionals, and Clarion Associates, a national land-use consulting firm.
To learn more and participate in this project, visit the LDC Update project page.
The LDC Update is supported by funding from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs Strong Communities Planning Grant Program. 
The Planning and Community Development Department is comprised of three divisions: The Planning division provides a full range of planning and land use review services. The Code Enforcement division is responsible for enforcement of the Land Development Code and County Ordinances. The Planning Services division reviews over-the-counter applications and provides support to the public as well as Planning and Code Enforcement staff.
Executive Director, Meggan Herington
Deputy Executive Director, Mindy Schulz
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm
Location:
2880 International Circle, Suite 110,
Colorado Springs, CO 80910
Key Resources
We are open, honest, and respectful in our work and communication. We build trust by transparently publishing data and analytics on our finances, the condition of our infrastructure, and our progress toward our strategic objectives.
- For general questions or to provide feedback on your experience with our department, please call us at (719) 520-6300 or email us at: plnweb@elpasoco.com.
- For zoning questions relating to a specific property, development applications, or property history, please contact the Planner of the Day email at: dsd-pod@elpasoco.com. You may also leave a message at 719-520-6944 – Please allow 24-48 hours to receive a return call.
- Submit a complaint to Code Enforcement.
Useful Links and Telephone Numbers
El Paso County Board of County Commissioners (719) 520-7276
El Paso County Assessor (719) 520-6600
El Paso County Clerk & Recorder (719) 520-6202
El Paso County Treasurer (719) 520-7900
El Paso County Department of Public Works (719) 520-6460
Pikes Peak Regional Building Department (719) 327-2880
Colorado Springs Planning & Community Development (719) 385-5905
Colorado Springs Code Enforcement (719) 444-7891
Our notification procedures have changed! While we work on updating our documents and forms, please refer to the Updated Notification Procedures.
If you have any questions, please email us at plnweb@elpasoco.com.
Frequently Used
Other
Videos
Master Plans
- Your El Paso Master Plan
- Water Master Plan
- El Paso County Planning and Parks Master Plan
- Master Plan for Mineral Extraction
Engineering
- MS4 Permit Related Revisions to the Engineering Criteria Manual Implementation Memo
- Major Transportation Corridor Plan (MTCP)
- Drainage Basin Map
- Stormwater
- Private Signs in County Right of Way
There are five Code Enforcement Officers that serve the citizens of unincorporated El Paso County. Enforcement action is complaint driven so citizens must report their concerns to Code Enforcement. Citizens may report a violation anonymously; however, citizens are encouraged to provide their contact information when submitting a complaint. This information will allow Code Enforcement staff to contact citizens to provide updates or request additional information. Please note that any information provided to Code Enforcement is subject to the Colorado Open Records Act.
Code Enforcement Officers are in the field conducting inspections. Please call the Officer assigned to your case or the Front Desk at 719-520-6300 prior to coming to the office to speak with an Officer.
Coming soon!
General Fees
- 2025 Fee Schedule
- Road Impact Fees
- School District Fees
- Park Fees
- Regional Park Fees: $460.00
- Urban Park Fees:
- Neighborhood Park – $114.00
- Community Park – $176.00
OUR VISION
El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.
OUR PURPOSE
We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.