Longmont Planning and Zoning Commission

The Longmont Planning and Zoning Commission is a seven-member citizen body that serves the City of Longmont, Colorado ^[1]. The Commission acts as a decision-making authority for conditional use site plans and provides advisory recommendations to the City Council on public and private development ^[1]. Its legal mandate includes reviewing activities related to the physical, social, and economic development of the city to ensure alignment with the Longmont Municipal Code and the Envision Longmont Comprehensive Plan ^[1]. Members serve five-year terms, while three alternates serve two-year terms ^[1]. The Commission oversees land use amendments, zoning map changes, and annexation referrals ^[3]. It receives professional support from the City’s Planning and Development Services department ^[3].

Historical Background

Longmont is a home rule city that follows a council-manager form of government ^[4]. The Planning and Zoning Commission operates under the authority granted by the City Charter and Title 15 of the Municipal Code ^[3]. In 2016, the City Council adopted 'Envision Longmont,' a multimodal comprehensive plan that provides the strategic framework for the Commission’s modern land-use decisions ^[2]. The city also established a historic preservation program in 1971, which became Colorado’s first Certified Local Government program ^[5]. Historically, the Commission has managed growth by transitioning land from single-family residential to more intensive mixed-use developments ^[6]. Recent structural changes include the 2021 adoption of updated land acknowledgment statements and the integration of new multimodal transportation standards into the development review process ^[7].

Current Events

On January 21, 2026, the Commission held its first regular session of the year to elect its 2026 leadership ^[7]. Commissioner Poland was elected as the Chair, and Commissioner Earl was appointed as the Vice Chair ^[7]. During this meeting, the Commission unanimously approved its 2026 meeting schedule and agenda posting locations ^[7]. In February 2026, the City Council began considering a new zoning district near the abandoned sugar factory that would allow buildings up to 10 stories tall ^[9]. This proposal, which will eventually require Commission review and public hearings, aims to support housing needs without expanding urban sprawl ^[9]. As of March 2026, the city is actively recruiting new members for its boards and commissions, with the application period closing on April 24, 2026 ^[4]. The Commission most recently met on March 25, 2026, to conduct regular business ^[10].

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Jurisdiction Type: MUNICIPAL
State: CO
County: Boulder
Phone: (303) 776-6050
Members: Amy Saunders Board Member - 1
Tom Lange Board Member - 2
Geri Boone Board Member - 3
Harrison Earl Board Member - 4
Devin Edgley-Wells Board Member - 5
Michael Polan Board Member - 6
Andrew H Jordan Board Member - 7
Ryan Forbes Alternate Board Member - Alt 1
Jacob I Arment Alternate Board Member - Alt 2
Liang Warren Wang Alternate Board Member - Alt 3
Registry ID: 9250e312-2c69-4098-bf79-207c514f49f9

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Amy Saunders	Board Member - 1
Tom Lange	Board Member - 2
Geri Boone	Board Member - 3
Harrison Earl	Board Member - 4
Devin Edgley-Wells	Board Member - 5
Michael Polan	Board Member - 6
Andrew H Jordan	Board Member - 7
Ryan Forbes	Alternate Board Member - Alt 1
Jacob I Arment	Alternate Board Member - Alt 2
Liang Warren Wang	Alternate Board Member - Alt 3