Golf Course Legal Entitlements

 The property is zoned via a Planned Unit Development (P.U.D). Approved activities and rights include golf, clubhouse, restaurants, retail, events, and other related activities.

 Private ownership with no HOA requirement is approved. The golf facilities shall be open to the public via a daily fee, membership, or other profit basis.

 Private clubs, events, and such activities are allowed so long as the public can join

 No price or scheduling restrictions exist so long as the public can join/participate

RVR Golf enjoys Senior Water Rights, from the Crystal River, which are owned by the Town of Carbondale. The golf course operates the pump system and costs are shared with the RVR Residential HOA. RVR Golf is NOT subject to water restrictions during dry periods.

 Development is allowed on the clubhouse parcel. Expansion or additional facilities can be added. Town of Carbondale building CODE governs with no HOA review required. RVR Golf is independent of RVR Master Association and has no design review requirements or size Floor Area Ration (FAR) restrictions. Building size is only restricted by the building envelope and maximum height of 35’. The Town of Carbondale does require a building permit. This property and location cannot be replicated in the region. This is the Only Available Championship Golf Course that can be acquired. Planning Team includes local Land Attorney David J. Myler, known for local projects, i.e., The Roaring Fork Club, The Timbers Club, Aspen Valley Ranch, Lift One Lodge in Aspen, Sky Hotel in Aspen, and River Valley Ranch Golf Course. 

Hotel studies have been conducted over the last 4 years including:

• HVS – Financial Analysis and Market Study
• Resort Concepts – Initial conceptual design and market report
• Z Gordon Davidson and Associates – Highest and Best Use Analysis – A formal analysis of highest and best use for the 13+ acre driving range parcel was conducted and confirms a Western, Wellness Hotel in the 100 room range as the best option.
• Forrest Richardson and Associates Golf Architects – Provided analysis and designs for the hotel sited on the practice parcel. Relocating practice activities to the expanded area on the restaurant/clubhouse parcel is included in this analysis. Studies and planning documents can be made available upon request.