Property ID: 1034
4.85 Acres near Fort Garland, CO — Level Off-Grid Homesite, No HOA
Costilla, Colorado
4.85
Residential
Manufactured Homes Allowed, Part-Time Camping Allowed, Single Family Dwelling Allowed, Modular Homes Allowed
Description
The parcel is a level rectangle at roughly 7,862 feet: open high-desert ground with dirt road frontage on 9th Street. 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 agricultural use incidental to it, and manufactured, modular and mobile homes (1976 or newer, on a permanent foundation) allowed by permit. Subdivision covenants set an 800 sq ft minimum for a single-story home. No deadline to build. 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, with the Rio Grande's trout water running through the valley.
No property owners association and no dues. Alamosa is about 45 minutes away. Owner financing with no credit check from $172 a month for 84 months on the 7-Year Easy Financing Plan, or $8,999 cash.
Location
1034
9th St.
Fort Garland
Colorado
81123
Costilla
37.315024, -105.501282
Property Specifics
70322620
126.72
None. There is no property owners association and no dues.
$0.00
San Luis Valley Ranches
S.L.V.R. UNIT O BLK 4 LOT 4 (223-37)(TDTC 386-357)(BSD 390-164)(WD 408-773-774)(WD 418-134)
N/A
N/A - no association.
Property Characteristics
4.85
Rectangle
Flat / Level
Appx. 7862 ft above sea level
Flat, Desert, Plain
Dirt
Yes, 9th St
Approx. 320 ft × 660 ft rectangular lot with grassy open terrain just outside Fort Garland.
Building Information
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No deadline to begin building - the land may be held vacant indefinitely, and the subdivision covenants set no construction deadline. 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 800 sq ft of habitable floor space for a single-story home and 600 sq ft for a two-story, excluding basements, porches and garages, per the subdivision covenants. Note the single-story minimum is higher than the county's 600 sq ft floor.
Yes. The subdivision covenants place no restriction on modular homes; county rules apply.
Yes, with a permit. Must be 1976 or newer, built to HUD standards, and installed under county and state rules. The subdivision covenants add no further restriction.
Yes, if manufactured 1976 or newer and built to HUD standards. Mobile homes made before 1976 are prohibited county-wide. The subdivision covenants add no further restriction.
Yes, subject to the covenant minimum of 800 sq ft single-story or 600 sq ft two-story of habitable floor space. A single-story tiny home under 800 sq ft would not meet the covenant.
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. Subdivision covenants also bar using a tent, shack, garage or barn as a dwelling except as authorised during construction.
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. The Rio Grande, a noted trout fishery, runs through the valley nearby. 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, Camping, Fishing, Sightseeing, Outdoor Adventures, Mountain Biking, Big Game Hunting, Stargazing & Photography, Off-Grid Living, Hiking & Exploring, ATV / Off-Roading, Wildlife Viewing
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 Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative at (719) 852-3538 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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