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Timnath

Timnath approves $1.3 million Poudre River land purchase

·Timnath·Larimer County

From the Timnath Town Council meeting of

The parcel is intended for possible County Road 5 expansion and open-space use. Closing is scheduled 60 days after signing, and the sellers may remain for up to 14 days afterward.

The Timnath Town Council approved a $1,299,999 contract Oct. 13 to buy property along the Poudre River for possible County Road 5 expansion and open-space use. The parcel covers approximately 5.5 acres.

The property is south of Harmony Road between County Road 5 and County Road 3, next to town-owned Outlot A in Riverbend 1st Filing. The town intends to use it for open space if the purchase closes, a staff member said. “So long term, this does create some potential great opportunities for park development,” a council member said, citing the need for land for right-of-way movement and the possibility of river access.

The town is evaluating the property for temporary office space until the recreation center opens, a staff member said. It may also consider subdividing the property and selling the residence later. The staff member said the resolution authorizes only the purchase; a later sale would require a different process and resolution.

The contract schedules closing for 60 days after it is signed. The sellers may remain on the property for up to 14 days after closing or end their occupancy earlier with five days’ written notice. Rent and the security deposit are both $0 under the occupancy agreement.

More from this meeting

  1. Timnath Town Council work session, Oct. 13, 2026

    Timnath draft budget would shorten July Fourth event, keep fireworks; Timnath council adopts resolution supporting Timnath Elementary; Timnath approves $1.3 million Poudre River land purchase, 5-0; 3 consent items adopted.

  2. Item 2.aTimnath draft budget would shorten July Fourth event, keep fireworks

    The change would save about $50,000 while maintaining the town’s 2026 number of community events. Public engagement is scheduled to begin Oct. 15, with adoption planned for Dec. 8.

  3. Item 7.aTimnath council adopts resolution supporting Timnath Elementary

    The resolution invites the district to work with the town on long-term alternatives that keep students in town while addressing enrollment, facilities and planning needs. The closure recommendation remains under consideration.

  4. Item 7.cTimnath approves $400,000 sale of vacant Old Town building

    The contract puts $20,000 in escrow at closing, with portions released only if the buyers meet deadlines to open businesses or secure a tenant. The council did not dedicate proceeds to a master plan; spending plans remain for the budget.

  5. Item 7.dTimnath advances owner-paid sewer hookups near public sewer lines

    The requirement applies only to properties beside streets, alleys or rights-of-way with public sewer lines, when a line is within 400 feet and a provider is willing and able to serve. Covered owners would have 180 days after written notice to connect and decommission on-site…

  6. Item 7.eTimnath advances updated flood maps; hearing set for Oct. 27

    The measure would replace the town’s 2013 flood study and maps in its regulations with updated versions scheduled to take effect Nov. 27. It would take effect upon adoption at second reading.

  7. Item 7.fTimnath council advances vinyl fencing allowance, sets Oct. 27 hearing

    The amendment would also require neighborhood-meeting notices to include an owner’s or applicant’s address and phone number. Whether the 500-foot notice radius should expand remains unresolved; the ordinance would take effect if adopted on second reading.