Planning & Zoning

Chapin LaChance, Planning Director

Phone: 719-427-0517

Fax:  719-486-5813

Email: planningdirector@leadville-co.gov

The Community Development and Planning Director is the primary staff person within the city responsible for managing growth, development, and change within the City of Leadville. This position is responsible for the development of short and long-term strategies and policies to help ensure that the city grows in a smart, sustainable, and equitable fashion. This position participates in the review of land-use applications and provides support to various boards and commissions. This position works closely with the City Council and other members of the small administrative team at the city. 

The Community Development and Planning Director performs administrative, professional, and technical work in the development and implementation of current planning programs related to land use, building code and related municipal plans and policies; acts as municipal liaison to developers, property owners, and the public; manages long-range planning goals; serves the Planning and Zoning Commission and Historic Preservation Commission. Additionally, the Community Development and Planning Director assists the City Administrator in a community development role through public relations and communication; grant acquisition and application; and community outreach and engagement.