Rules, safety and everyday information

Dogs running loose or acting aggressively toward neighbors, hikers and passers-by has been a recurring problem in Elkhorn Ranch.

Owners are asked to keep dogs under control at all times. Use a leash any time your dog is off your own property, and keep dogs controlled on your property if they tend to wander.

Park County Animal Control: (719) 836-4380.

Plan driveways so fire trucks and ambulances can reach your home.

A driveway width of 14 to 16 feet is recommended, with an entrance large enough for emergency vehicles to both enter and exit.

House numbers should be clearly visible both day and night.

Check with the Jefferson / Como Fire Protection District for current guidance.

Common areas should be kept clean, neat and natural. Overnight camping in common areas is not permitted.

Living trees should only be removed for construction, landscaping, or good conservation practices.

Where a private access road crosses a drainage, owners furnish a county-approved culvert; the covenants specify a minimum 15-inch size.

Check current Park County permit requirements before camping.

Building and use provisions in the covenants refer owners to Park County zoning requirements.

Plans for new construction and improvements go to the Architectural Control Committee before work begins.

Contact the committee chairperson for the current submission process and forms.

An annual burn permit is required for open burning in Park County, obtained through the fire district.

Confirm the current permit process and fee with the fire district, and always check current fire restrictions, before burning anything.

Individual Elkhorn owners have been able to purchase burn-pit use and volunteer for burn-pit duty.

Check with Indian Mountain whether Elkhorn owners currently have access.

The dumpster at the fire station is not for public use. Owners renting out property should make sure renters dispose of trash properly.

Membership in EROA is automatic for tract purchasers in the subdivision. The covenants describe dues and fees and the possibility of a lien for nonpayment.

Dues notices are mailed to the address of record each spring. Please keep your mailing address current with the secretary.

Contact the treasurer to confirm the current amount, due date and payment method.

EROA maintains a water augmentation plan for the subdivision, with plan maintenance handled under agreement with an outside provider.

Contact the board for the current status of the plan.

Fiber service has been reported as available in parts of Elkhorn Ranch. Check availability for your address directly with the provider.