Brighton council finds Grind annexation petition in substantial compliance, sets hearing for March 3

Brighton City Council on Jan. 20 passed a resolution finding the Grind property annexation petition in substantial compliance with Colorado Revised Statutes and set a public hearing for March 3, 2026.

Senior planner Emily Lane presented the petition for “Grind property annexation number 2,” describing an approximately 88.303‑acre parcel that is about 27.49% contiguous with Brighton city limits and is designated low‑density residential in the city’s comprehensive plan. Lane said staff reviewed the petition against the criteria in CRS §31‑12‑107 and related sections and recommended the council find the petition substantially complies with statutory requirements.

Councilmember Carbajal asked whether utility and water resources are considered as part of annexation eligibility; Lane replied that public‑works and utility staff review those items in the development review committee and that being within the city’s growth boundary indicates serviceability has been anticipated.

Mayor Pro Tem Padilla moved and Councilmember Fiddler seconded to find the petition in substantial compliance and set the hearing for March 3, 2026. Roll call passed 9–0. The public hearing will consider whether the annexation meets statutory requirements and, if approved, further steps will address infrastructure and platting.