How Parks Are Built in Growing Neighborhoods

As Greeley continues to grow, more families are moving into new housing developments. More neighborhoods allow for more parks. These parks are one of the reasons Greeley is a great place to live, play and connect.

When we redesign or renovate existing parks, we rely on community feedback to make sure the finished space truly reflects the people who use it most. Every park has its own personality and so does every feedback process. From neighborhood surveys to open houses and pop-up events in the park itself, this feedback shapes the park's design.

Neighborhood parks built as part of new developments work a little differently. These parks are typically designed and constructed by developers alongside new homes, allowing residents to enjoy them right away. Developers follow the City of Greeley’s park design standards and guidelines to ensure the parks are safe, functional and fit seamlessly into the neighborhood.

Even though developers design and build these parks, the City of Greeley reviews the design plans. Once a park opens, our Parks team takes over long-term maintenance, including caring for landscaping, playgrounds, irrigation, trees and amenities. This work helps to keep our parks clean, safe and welcoming.

Whenever there’s an opportunity for residents to share input, we make sure your voice is heard. Right now, we invite you to help choose the color scheme for Redtail Park’s basketball court! [Take our quick survey] and help shape one of Greeley’s newest parks.