Property ID: 1093
11.30 Acres near Fort Garland, CO — Two-Lot Mountain Hideout, 9,000 ft
Costilla, Colorado
11.30
Residential
Manufactured Homes Allowed, Part-Time Camping Allowed, Single Family Dwelling Allowed, Modular Homes Allowed, Off the Grid, Mobile Homes Allowed
Description
Lots 4649 and 4650 together make one 11.30-acre rectangle of mountain terrain rising from about 8,998 to 9,160 feet, with county-maintained dirt road frontage on three sides — Yamaha Road serves Lot 4650 and Mondragon Road borders Lot 4649. A driveway has already been cut in and a building area cleared, so the access and the pad are in place before you start. It is off-grid: no power at the lot, water by private well or cistern, septic by county OWTS permit, propane in place of natural gas. Not in a high-risk flood zone (FEMA Zone X).
Zoned Estate Residential under the Costilla County Land Use Code: one single-family home per lot, with manufactured, modular and mobile homes (1976 or newer, on a permanent foundation) allowed by permit. Subdivision covenants set a 600 sq ft minimum for a single-story home and 800 for two stories. Camp up to 14 days in any three-month period without a permit. Confirm current terms with Costilla County Planning & Zoning at (719) 937-7668. Fish Mountain Home, Smith and Sanchez Reservoirs within a short drive, and Smith Reservoir State Wildlife Area offers waterfowl hunting.
Sangre de Cristo Ranch Owners is a voluntary association at about $25 a year — no mandatory HOA. Owner financing with no credit check from $548 a month for 84 months on the 7-Year Easy Financing Plan, or $34,999 cash (Halloween sale through Oct 31; regular $39,500).
Location
1093
4650 Yamaha Road
Fort Garland
Colorado
81133
Costilla
37.48395, -105.2907
Property Specifics
70238130+70238140
424.96
Sangre de Cristo Ranch Owners, Inc. (SCRO) - a voluntary owners association, not a mandatory HOA. It does enforce the recorded covenants and reports violations to the county.
Approximately $2.08/month ($25/year, voluntary)
Sangre de Cristo Ranches
Lots 4649 and 4650, Block 230, Sangre de Cristo Ranches, Unit J-2, County of Costilla, State of Colorado
https://www.scrocommunity.org/
Volunteer-run association focused on protecting property and property rights and enforcing covenants. Confirm current amenities and dues directly with SCRO.
Property Characteristics
11.30
Rectangle
Moderately Sloped
Approx. 8,998 ft to 9,160 ft above sea level
Mountain
Dirt
Yes — county-maintained dirt road. Yamaha Rd. serves Lot 4650; Mondragon Rd. borders Lot 4649.
Lot 4650: approx. 437 ft x 780 ft x 437 ft x 468 ft. Lot 4649: approx. 500 ft x 855 ft x 650 ft. Combined approx. 11.30 contiguous acres.
Building Information
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No county deadline to begin building - the land may be held vacant indefinitely. Subdivision covenants require construction to be completed within one year of the date it is started. County permits run one year and may be renewed annually up to three times.
Estate Residential (ER)
Estate Residential (ER) under the Costilla County Land Use Code. Low-density rural residential, one single-family dwelling per lot, with agricultural use incidental. Verify current zoning with Costilla County Planning & Zoning at (719) 937-7668.
Yes. Minimum 600 sq ft of habitable floor space for a single-story home and 800 sq ft for a two-story, excluding basements, porches and garages, per the subdivision covenants.
Yes. Modular homes are permitted on a permanent foundation, built to HUD or UBC standards.
Yes, with a permit. Must be 1976 or newer, built to HUD standards, and installed under county and state rules.
Yes, if manufactured 1976 or newer and built to HUD standards, on a permanent foundation. Mobile homes made before 1976 are prohibited county-wide.
Yes, if built to residential code and placed on a permanent foundation, and if it meets the covenant minimum of 600 sq ft single-story or 800 sq ft two-story.
A Costilla County Road Access Permit is required for a new driveway connecting to a county or public road.
No county-wide building moratorium is in effect.
Zone X — land is outside the 500-year flood area and protected from 100-year flood risk. No special flood insurance required.
Allowable Uses
No. An RV may not be used as a permanent residence. A Temporary RV Occupancy During Home Construction permit allows on-site RV living while you build - 90 days at a time, renewable, up to 18 months total, one RV per parcel.
Yes, under the Temporary RV Occupancy During Home Construction permit. Requires an approved septic system, a permitted well or installed cistern, and an active construction permit for a new residence.
Up to 14 days in any consecutive three-month period without a permit. Costilla County has no long-term camping permit. Confirm current terms with Costilla County Planning & Zoning at (719) 937-7668. Living on site during a build is handled separately under the Temporary RV Occupancy During Home Construction permit.
Up to 14 days in any consecutive three-month period without a permit. Costilla County has no long-term camping permit. Confirm current terms with Costilla County Planning & Zoning at (719) 937-7668.
Waterfowl hunting is available at Smith Reservoir State Wildlife Area, and Mountain Home, Smith and Sanchez Reservoirs all offer fishing within a short drive. Big game is a drive - GMU 83 is largely private ground. For seasons, licenses and regulations refer to Colorado Parks & Wildlife at cpw.state.co.us.
Reside, Fishing, Sightseeing, Outdoor Adventures, Mountain Biking, Big Game Hunting, Camping, Hiking & Exploring, ATV / Off-Roading, Wildlife Viewing, Photography
Water
None. Water is by private well or cistern - there is no public water.
Private well or cistern. Well permitting is through the Colorado Division of Water Resources. Hauled water into a cistern is common practice.
Yes, with a permit from the Colorado Division of Water Resources.
Commonly 150-350 ft, varies by parcel. Confirm with a licensed local well driller before budgeting.
Yes. Cisterns and water storage tanks are permitted and widely used.
Yes. Rooftop rainwater collection is legal in Colorado for residential use, subject to state volume limits.
Sewer, Septic or Other
No. There is no public sewer; an OWTS septic system is required.
Yes, with a county OWTS permit. Parcels under one acre do not qualify.
Electricity
Most parcels are off-grid with no power at the lot. Confirm the nearest connection point for your specific parcel.
Off-grid solar is the common solution. For grid extension, contact San Isabel Electric Association at (800) 279-7436 to confirm availability and cost.
Small residential wind generators are allowed subject to county administrative review.
Yes. Solar panels for single-family homes are exempt from county permit requirements in all zoned districts.
Gas
No natural gas service. Propane is standard.
Yes. Portable or buried propane tanks are permitted with standard safety setbacks.
Contact information
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