Carbon Cactus Farm Conditional Use Permit at 1201 Quail Drive
Boulder City
Summary
Developers proposed leasing a 4-acre city-owned parcel at 1201 Quail Drive to establish a research and demonstration prickly pear cactus farm. Council discussed water usage, agricultural zoning, and project feasibility.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Generates lease revenue for the city while placing appraisal and development costs on the tenant.
The non-profit developer and agricultural researchers benefit from the pilot site.
None.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Planning Commission (Regular) - Oct 21, 2026
The Carbon Cactus Project received a conditional use permit to operate an organic cactus farm on four acres of city-owned land. The project will partner with UNR for agricultural research and wholesale production.
City Council Meeting - Jan 27, 2026
Developers proposed leasing a 4-acre city-owned parcel at 1201 Quail Drive to establish a research and demonstration prickly pear cactus farm. Council discussed water usage, agricultural zoning, and project feasibility.
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