Resistance grows as developer seeks ‘flagpole’ annexation...
The Denver Post (March 9, 2026) – "Resistance grows as developer seeks ‘flagpole’ annexation to Douglas County city for 3,650-home project"
Detailed article on the Crowsnest petition updates, flagpole annexation, and the PAAC organization and opposition to the development.
VT Crowfoot Valley Landco LLC's adjusted the parameters (5th revision) of the project based on opposition & feedback
A possible ballot measure that would attempt to reverse any city approval
CBS Colorado (February 25, 2026) – "Controversial Crowsnest annexation in Colorado deemed eligible by Castle Pines"
Detailed article on the eligibility finding, flagpole annexation, and Parker opposition
Same story with the video segment https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/video/controversial-crowsnest-annexation-deemed-eligible-by-castle-pines
Denver7 (KMGH) (February 25, 2026) – "Crowsnest annexation moves forward after contentious public hearing in Castle Pines"
Covers the packed hearing, resident opposition, and Council's approval of eligibility
Same story, with on-air segment https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89_mXY4TvjI
Douglas County News-Press (February 26, 2026) – "Crowsnest Annexation in Castle Pines moves forward to next step"
Local focus on public comments, bordering municipalities' concerns, and Council's eligibility vote
Denver7 (February 18, 2026) – "Neighbors speak out as Castle Pines considers annexing Crowsnest property for development"
Earlier coverage of initial concerns, including from Parker residents, wildlife, and traffic
Same story as above, with video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUuggnoRXoI
Denver Business Journal (February 24, 2026) – "Castle Pines eyes 795-acre annexation that could bring 4000 homes to the area"
Subcription needed: Business-focused piece on the vote, developer VT Crowfoot Valley Landco LLC, and potential 4,000 homes)
Castle Pines Connection (January 28, 2026) – "Petition for development into Castle Pines"
Local community site recap of the petition resubmission, mapping error withdrawal, and initial hearing
CBS Colorado (January 13, 2026) – "Castle Pines weighs annexation of Crowsnest property near Parker, as Colorado neighbors worry about wildlife"
Early coverage of wildlife concerns, Parker border issues, and the initial Council discussion