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4 Outdoor Home Trends That May Gain Steam in 2021

February 12, 2021 By Claire Garlick Leave a Comment

Homeowners are enjoying their property’s outdoor space more during the pandemic, and house hunters are paying particular attention to outdoor features as they evaluate homes to purchase. Landscape design firm Tilly Design predicts the top trends for outdoor space in 2021.

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Filed Under: Curb Appeal, Gardening, Home Design, Home Improvements, Real Estate Tips Tagged With: Colorado Real Estate, Colorado Springs, Community, COVID-19, Home Improvement, Outdoor Spaces, Real Estate Tips

Colorado Springs’ Construction Industry Was Booming in 2020

January 29, 2021 By Claire Garlick Leave a Comment

Photo by Chancey Bush, The Gazette

Colorado Springs’ construction industry hit boom times in 2020, despite pandemic

Business was booming last year for homebuilders, general contractors and subcontractors that make up the Pikes Peak region’s construction industry, despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

The estimated value of permits issued for the construction of single-family homes, townhomes, apartments, hotels, offices, schools, medical buildings, manufacturing plants and other structures last year in El Paso County soared to $2.9 billion — a record high and a nearly one-third jump over 2019, according to Pikes Peak Regional Building Department reports.

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Filed Under: Community, Construction Industry, Local News, New Construction Tagged With: Colorado Real Estate, Colorado Springs, Community, Construction Industry, COVID-19, Local News, Monument Realtor, New Construction

Want to Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree?

December 2, 2020 By Claire Garlick Leave a Comment

National Forests in Colorado now have Christmas Tree Permits available through Recreation.gov.

Whether you’re carrying on a beloved family tradition or creating a new one, make memories that will last a lifetime and support the health of forests across the Centennial State this holiday season.

What are you waiting for! Cue the holiday tunes, pour yourself some cocoa, find a forest near you, and get your Christmas Tree Permit today!

🎄 THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND

  • Please follow all the rules of the national forest where you purchase your permit. Some have very specific instructions for the size of tree you can cut down, and the areas where you can find a tree.
  • You won’t find a perfectly manicured tree like you would at a Christmas tree lot. Be prepared for more of a “Charlie Brown” style tree.
  • Be aware that you can only be on National Forest land. It can sometimes be difficult to know where National Forest ends and private property begins.
  • Due to the recent mountain pine beetle epidemic, before you head into the forest to cut your Christmas tree, look up – look down – look around!  Avoid standing dead trees. Stay out of recently burned areas.  Be aware that trees can fall at any time and use extra caution on windy days.

🎄 PLAN YOUR TRIP

  • Permits are only available through recreation.gov or in-person through local vendors. (See below for links to purchase permits).
  • Cell service may be spotty or unavailable. Be sure someone knows where you are and when to expect you back.
  • Check the latest weather conditions, forest warnings, and road closures before you leave on your trip.
  • Bring a map with you. Don’t rely on GPS because it may not be up-to-date with forest service roads.
  • Dress warmly and take extra dry clothes. Expect winter weather, including cold temperatures, snow, and winds.
  • Roads may not be plowed. Four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive are recommended. Carry tire chains, a shovel, and a tow chain.
  • Be sure your vehicle has a full tank of gas.
  • Bring a spare key and give it to someone else in your party. Don’t get locked out of your car!
  • Bring plenty of food and water with you as well as an overnight survival kit in case you become stranded.
  • Park in areas so that traffic can safely pass, and do not block gates.
  • Start your day early. Be sure to find your tree and leave the woods before dark. Plan to return to your vehicle by 3:00 pm.
  • We don’t recommend bringing your pets but, if you do, they must be on a leash.
  • Bring masks for everyone in your party and be sure to wear them if you may be within 6 feet of another group.

🎄 GET A PERMIT

Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests : Christmas tree permits are on sale now through January 6, 2021, for the Sulphur Ranger District only.

White River National Forest (Between Eagle and Glenwood Springs): Unlimited Permits, available now

Pike and San Isabel National Forest

  • South Platte Ranger District (closest to Denver): Dated permits required 10/15-12/31, some permits still available (these go quick and start early!)
  • Pikes Peak Ranger District (closest to Colorado Springs): Permits available 11/27-12/16
  • South Park Ranger District (near Fairplay): Unlimited permits, most of the district open for cutting. Permits available 10/15-12/31
  • Leadville Ranger District (near Leadville): Permits available 11/20 – 12/31.
  • The Salida Ranger District is located in the heart of Colorado along the Continental Divide surrounding the communities of Salida and Buena Vista. Permits available 11/20 – 12/31.
  • The San Carlos Ranger District includes the Sangre De Cristo Mountains, the Wet Mountains and the Spanish Peaks. Permits available 11/20 – 12/31.

🎄 FREE TREES FOR 4TH GRADERS

The Forest Service is offering fourth grade students with an “Every Kid Outdoors” pass or voucher a free Christmas tree cutting permit. To learn more about the “Every Kid Outdoors” program or to obtain a voucher, please visit www.everykidoutdoors.gov for more information.

 

Article originally published at https://coloradosprings.macaronikid.com/articles/5fbe83e1b4a10574d581e4ed/want-to-cut-down-your-own-tree?-christmas-tree-permits-available-now.

Filed Under: Community, Explore Colorado, Holidays, Just For Fun, Local News, Things to Do Tagged With: Christmas, Colorado Springs, Community, COVID-19, Holiday, Just For Fun, Local News, Nature, Things to Do

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