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La Plata County releases second draft of new land-use codes

has until Aug. 14 to comment on regulations

July 7, 2020

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Four Corners Motorcycle Rally proposes campsite, activities southwest of Durango

Neighbors express concerns about motorcycle event

July 3, 2020

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La Plata County commission candidates advance to General Election

Democrats likely to face unaffiliated candidates in November

July 1, 2020

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Hearing on La Plata County’s new land-use code draws few comments

Proposed regulations set for adoption this fall

June 19, 2020

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Despite pandemic, La Plata County commissioner candidates raise, spend thousands

crowds not allowed, efforts turn to social media

June 10, 2020

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Durango Chamber of Commerce to host virtual ‘meet the candidates’ forums

Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file The Durango Chamber of Commerce will host several virtual “meet the candidates” forums this week for…

June 9, 2020

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County commissioner candidates hold ‘historic’ drive-up canvassing event

Independent candidates partnered to try to earn spots on ballot

June 6, 2020

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La Plata County approves variance request

it may not be necessary as state seeks to reopen more businesses

June 2, 2020

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Independent candidates for La Plata County commissioner to hold drive-thru events

Minkler, Turner each need 600 signatures to qualify for ballot

May 31, 2020

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Mid-pandemic, Durango seniors brace for construction at low-income housing

At-risk residents to endure 5-month project, despite coronavirus advisories

May 31, 2020

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La Plata County enacts Stage 1 fire restrictions

falls in line with other land management agencies in region

May 12, 2020

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Four years in the making, La Plata County releases draft land-use code

officials target September adoption

May 12, 2020

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Gravel mine in Animas Valley can go commercial

Commissioners also approve new homes near Purgatory Resort

May 5, 2020

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La Plata County considers six-month moratorium on development applications

would allow smoother transition to land-use code

April 27, 2020

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La Plata County considers six-month moratorium on development applications

would allow smoother transition to a new land-use code

April 27, 2020

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Local health officials expected to advise today on whether to end stay-at-home order

governments await decision

April 24, 2020

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Nearly 40 manufactured homes proposed east of Durango

Concerns raised over water availability, traffic impacts

April 21, 2020

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Campaigns for county commission adapt amid coronavirus outbreak

Unaffiliated candidate takes issue with signature process

April 12, 2020

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Animas Valley gravel mine plans to close, go commercial

worries about access point on Animas River

April 10, 2020

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Southern Ute detainees could be housed in La Plata County Jail

Housing agreement provides support during pandemic response

April 8, 2020

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La Plata County reaches 18 COVID-19 cases, officials urge residents to stay at home

“Act like you already have it,” officials advise

March 28, 2020

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Low-income senior housing development in Durango receives bonds for renovation

Upgrades will help Tamarin Square maintain its affordable status until 2050

March 10, 2020

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La Plata County unveils skeleton – or table of contents – of revised land-use code

Residents raise concerns about public input, grandfathering issues

March 7, 2020

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La Plata County eyes September completion for new land-use code

few months to be packed with public outreach, officials say

January 31, 2020