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The Development Code Assessment is ready for review!

This document outlines the key findings and recommendations from a comprehensive evaluation of Hayden’s existing Development Code. It identifies major areas for improvement, highlights how the Development Code can better support the Hayden Forward Master Plan, and sets the stage for the upcoming Development Code update. 

Hayden Development Code Assessment Survey

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Hayden Development Code Assessment survey! To view the summary survey results, click on the link below.

Opportunities to Participate

The Hayden Resiliency Project is a major undertaking that will require input from and collaboration among a wide range of community interests. The entire community is invited to participate. 


We want to hear from you! Click the button below to provide feedback related to the health of the Hayden community and the design of new developments.

Project Overview

The Hayden Resiliency Project and Development Code project is an interlinked and interdisciplinary planning effort intended to weave resiliency principles into the Town’s overall approach to land development.

The Town is taking a holistic approach to understanding and managing the development factors within the Town’s control (regulations, infrastructure, and fees) in ways that can help guide the impacts of rapid growth on a small community, with a focus on environmental resilience, infrastructure development, community health, and financial stability. The project includes five core components. Select the project area below to learn more:

  1. Hayden Development Code Update
  2. Public Works Studies, Water and Wastewater Rate Model Update & Infrastructure Growth Modeling
  3. Financial Growth Impact Model
  4. Environmental Resiliency Review
  5. Community Health Assessment and Action Plan
Resiliency Web Graphic

Project Goals

Overarching goals for the project include:

  • Strengthening Hayden’s critical infrastructure and environmental resilience to prepare for future risks;
  • Modernizing Hayden’s policies, regulations, and financial tools to support sustainable growth and improve community health; and
  • Ensuring resiliency is incorporated into Hayden’s decision-making and policy-setting process.

Project Timeline

Hayden Resiliency Plan Project Timeline

Resiliency Working Group

This project will be guided by a Working Group consisting of a range of community representatives with project-relevant experience and community knowledge. The Working Group’s role will be to provide local knowledge and share insight into how various aspects of the project will work (or not work) in Hayden, as well as provide suggestions about members of the community who should be consulted during the engagement process.

Town of Hayden Resilience Project Working Group Meeting - June 24, 2025

Town of Hayden Resilience Project Working Group Meeting - July 8, 2025

Town of Hayden Resilience Project Working Group Meeting - July 22, 2025

Town of Hayden Resilience Project Working Group Meeting - August 5, 2025

Town of Hayden Resilience Project Working Group Meeting - August 19, 2025

Town of Hayden Resilience Project Working Group Meeting - August 19, 2025