Overlay District
The Independence Overlay Metropolitan District is a Title 32 Special District that was established on September 7, 2017 for the purpose of financing public improvements for the use and benefit of the residents and taxpayers of the Districts. The District encompass 1,011 acres, is located in Northwest Elbert County, and acts in lieu of an Homeowners Association (HOA). The District is responsible for maintaining recreation facilities and common space areas in the community.
District Design Guidelines, Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CCR), and other guiding documents can be found under the "Important Info" tab.
The District is also responsible for the coordination of Trash and Recycling services for Independence residents. Copies of the Trash & Recycling pickup schedule and recycling guidelines are also available under the "Important Info" tab.
News
ATTENTION:
BEGINNING THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 - ALL TRASH AND RECYCLING WILL BE COLLECTED ON TUESDAY EACH WEEK. AN UPDATED SCHEDULE FOR TRASH AND RECYCLING SERVICE IS AVAILABLE AT:
https://independenceoverlaymd.colorado.gov/important-info
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INDEPENDENCE OVERLAY METROPOLITAN DISTRICT
NOTICE OF VACANCY
Pursuant to Section 32-1-808(2)(a)(I), C.R.S., notice is hereby given that one (1) vacancy exists on the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of the Independence Overlay Metropolitan District (the “District”). One (1) director may be appointed to the vacant position of the Board to serve until the next regular election, which shall be held on May 6, 2025. Any interested elector of the District may file a letter of interest in such position along with a personal Resume, by mail to the District at: Special District Solutions, Inc., 2370 Antelope Ridge Trail, Parker, CO 80138-4235.
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The Pool is closed for the season.
The Community Center is being staffed:
Monday & Wednesday - 4:00 p.m. through 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday - 10:00 am through 2:00 p.m.
Saturday - 12:00 p.m. through 6:00 pm
Residents - please visit the Community Center during these times to register for access to the facilities and to reserve the Community Room.
Upcoming Events
The next Regular meeting of the Independence Overlay Metropolitan District's Board of Directors is scheduled for November 22, 2024 @ 6:00 p.m. and will be held virtually via Zoom. The meeting notice, agenda, and Zoom details will be available on the "Meetings" tab of this website.
Space to Live
Independence offers the highest percentage of dedicated open space comparable to other master plan communities in Colorado. Over 433 acres will be preserved in a contiguous and natural state to encourage wildlife and migration throughout the community, while expansive setbacks from neighboring residences and local roads will reduce the community’s impact on current residents.