What is Going on in Ken-Caryl?
PUBLIC HEARING FOR SHORT-TERM RENTAL REGULATIONS
The Master Association would like to share important information regarding Jefferson County’s upcoming Short-Term Rental regulation updates and a reminder about Ken-Caryl Ranch HOA rental rules.
All rentals must comply with Jefferson County requirements, including:
• Short-term rentals require both an approved Special Exemption from the Board of Adjustment and a permit from the Planning and Zoning Division.
• The property must meet the following standards:
o Minimum lot size of one (1) acre
o Compliance with building standards of the underlying zone district
o Adequate parking
o Defensible space requirements
o Valid water and sanitation systems
o No more than five (5) bedrooms in the dwelling
Jefferson County has scheduled public hearings to review proposed updates to Short-Term Rental regulations:
• Planning Commission Hearing: Wednesday, Nov. 12, at 6:15 p.m.
• Board of County Commissioners Hearing: Tuesday, Dec. 16, at 9 a.m.
• Location: Hearing Room 1, Jefferson County Courts and Administration Building, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden, CO 80419
Links to attend virtually will be available once agendas are published on the Jefferson County website. If you’d like to review the final version of the proposed regulations, they are also available online. Additional updates will be posted online closer to the Board of County Commissioners hearing date.
We would also like to remind residents of Ken-Caryl Ranch’s existing HOA rules regarding rental use of properties:
• Per Section 4.02 – Improvements and Use:
No lot shall be improved or used except by a dwelling or structure designed to accommodate no more than a single family and its servants and occasional guests.
• Per Section 4.03 – Residential Use; Rentals:
No commune, co-operative, or similar type living arrangement shall be permitted anywhere on Ken-Caryl Ranch.
Please note that renting out portions of a home to additional, unrelated families violates HOA covenants.
If you have questions on the Master Association’s Master Declaration and Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, please contact Master Association Executive Director Brian Yowell at briany@kcranch.org.
2026 METRO DISTRICT BUDGET PROCESS
The Ken-Caryl Ranch Metropolitan District is developing its 2026 budget, using a strategic, transparent process to guide all District operations. The proposed budget reflects months of preparation and collaboration and includes all anticipated revenues and expenditures, in accordance with Colorado law requiring a balanced budget.
Residents are encouraged to share feedback. The 2026 Draft Budget is available below. Feedback regarding the budget will be open beginning Nov. 11 through Dec. 8 at 5 p.m. The Board will vote on the 2026 Draft Budget at its Dec. 9 meeting. Residents may attend in person, join online, or submit feedback via email to mdboard@kcranch.org.
KEN-CARYL RANCH COMMUNITY SURVEY IS COMING!
We’re pleased to share an update on the 2025 Ken-Caryl Ranch Community Survey and the next steps in our review process. Corona Insights, the independent research firm that conducted the survey, will meet with key Master Association (MA) and Metropolitan District (MD) staff on Wednesday, Dec. 18, at 11 a.m. to review the survey findings and discuss key themes that emerged.
During the meeting, Corona Insights will present a summary of community feedback, highlight major trends, and provide insights into residents’ priorities for the future. Following the meeting, staff will review the information in detail and prepare an update summarizing key takeaways and proposed next steps.
To ensure transparency and access for all residents, the session will be recorded, and the following materials will be shared afterward:
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A link to the meeting recording
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A copy of the full survey results
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A summary of staff’s next steps for addressing community feedback
The Community Planning Committee will meet on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, at 6 p.m. to review the key findings and prepare a presentation for both boards at the Jan. 27 MD Board meeting.
We sincerely appreciate the time and thought that residents put into completing the survey. Your input plays a vital role in helping us prioritize projects and initiatives that best reflect the needs and values of Ken-Caryl Ranch residents.
Questions? Contact Master Association Marketing and Administrative Manager April Crockett.
BAM BROADBAND FIBER INTERNET VALLEY CONSTRUCTION UPDATES
Construction Status
Green: Complete
Orange: Construction in progress
Yellow: Future Build (estimated to start construction in Heirloom/The Enclave, Wynterbrooke, Bradford Place/Legacy and Traditions in September)
Red: Private HOAs that require a signed Easement Agreement by the Board.
BAM Broadband is currently installing fiber-optic internet in the Ken-Caryl Ranch Valley. Residents can expect a multi-phase construction process that includes utility marking, conduit installation and fiber testing.
Currently, 811 crews are marking underground utilities such as gas, electric, water and sewer. These markers are required by state law and are in place for your safety and the safety of construction crews. Please do not move or remove any flags or paint markings. The BAM flags will be removed once they are no longer needed, and paint markings will fade over time.
Crews will then install conduit and handholes to prepare for fiber lines. Once conduit is in place, fiber cables will be installed and tested to ensure the network is ready for service.
Following construction, any impacted landscaping, sprinkler systems or sod will be restored. If your property is damaged, please document the damage and contact the BAM Broadband support team to report a damage claim at support@co.bambroadband.com or call 720-851-1111.
Residents will receive a door hanger notice before work begins in their area and another once construction is complete. BAM Broadband will also contact the Manor Ridge Sub-Association, as their streets are privately owned, for permission to proceed with work. Currently, no installations are planned for the North Ranch.
To learn more or pre-order fiber internet service, visit www.co.bambroadband.com/residential-fiber.
INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT BEGAN JULY 21
Jefferson County began construction Monday, July 21, on an intersection improvement project at Ken Caryl Avenue and Simms/Chatfield. Work is expected to continue through late December.
The project includes:
Removing and replacing the concrete island and corner ramps
Installing two new islands and a raised median
Adding crosswalks and ramps that meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards
Resurfacing, repaving and restriping the roadway
Daytime work is taking place Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Work that affects traffic is limited to 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. During some parts of the project, traffic may be reduced to a single lane in alternating directions. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office will monitor speeds in the work zone. Edge Contracting is the general contractor for the project.
For more information: Visit the project website, Call the project hotline at 720-605-4042 or Email: kencarylsimmsintersection@gmail.com
TEEN SERVICES
Use button below to access the form to submit your information for inclusion in the Teen Services section of Life at Ken-Caryl. This is a great way to share your availability for babysitting, pet care, lawn care, and more with our community!
RUSSION OLIVE TREE UPDATE
The KCRMA Open Space Department currently does not have a plan in place to target Russian olive trees in the open space for removal. There is a low number of Russian olive trees found in the open space and KCRMA is prioritizing List A noxious weeds for eradication first.
If a Russian olive trees is deemed hazardous or causing damage to a residents’ property boundary Ranger staff will review and act accordingly. In addition, if a Russian olive tree is within the ten-foot interface adjacent to a property, the tree may be removed in accordance with the current woody vegetation management procedure for fuel mitigation in the open space. Staff is aware of the locations of Russian olive trees in the open space and near homes. Please do not email or call staff asking for a tree to be placed on a list unless it is a hazard tree. Staff will be evaluating this procedure annually and may make future changes and will publish updates to the newspaper and other media outlets as needed.
THE OPERATIONAL RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE MA AND THE MD
Over the course of the last several months of editions of Life at Ken-Caryl, we have been discussing the unique relationship that the Master Association and Metropolitan District have in providing services to the Ken-Caryl Ranch community. Many of these articles have been about the differences, or similarities, in structure and mission. Today’s article focuses on a component of the operational relationship between the two organizations.
In 1988, the Master Association and Metropolitan District entered into a Reorganization Agreement that first outlined the District’s responsibility for the operation, maintenance, and associated costs and expenses for the Master Association’s park and recreation amenities, such as greenbelts, playgrounds and parks. This first agreement provided the initial structure for how the two organizations worked together to serve the community. A Letter of Understanding followed in 1996 that further clarified and defined the working relationship and services provided by each of the organizations. Almost two decades passed before a need was identified to amend the original agreement. The First Amendment was executed in 2014 to outline the use of District bond funds for capital improvements, and the Second Amendment in 2019 outlined which organization is responsible for specific water fees.
Operations and Board leadership changed, providing the impetus for the current draft of a Third Amendment to the Reorganization Agreement. This Amendment has been discussed by the Boards since the summer of 2020 when staff took a deep dive into insurance coverage for all Ken-Caryl Ranch amenities, developing a detailed list and plan for coverage. In addition, the Boards expressed the need for consistency and structure when discussing and employing its many boards, committees, work groups and task forces. The Third Amendment to the Reorganization Agreement also provides additional context to the ongoing efforts to streamline operations between the two organizations. When available, staff utilizes certain cooperative cost-sharing opportunities. The Amendment will define those opportunities.
The Boards have discussed the process and components of the Agreement at numerous Joint Study Sessions; however, a draft document is now available for further review and community feedback, with hopeful adoption by both Boards in August or September. The draft Agreement will be reviewed at the September Joint Study Session on Sept. 6 at 6 p.m. at the Ranch House.