Bent Grass Meadows is a Challenger Homes community in the Falcon/Peyton area of unincorporated El Paso County, Colorado. It was built in phases beginning in 2017, with Falcon Meadows at Bent Grass as the most recent section to be completed. As of 2026, the neighborhood is essentially built out, with only a few new homes remaining for sale.
The community sits within School District 49 and is close to Woodmen Hills parks and recreation, the Powers corridor, and area military bases.
No. This is a volunteer-run, unofficial community information hub for neighbors -- it is not operated by the metro district, the developer, or any government agency.
For official matters, always refer to the Bent Grass Metropolitan District (bentgrassmd.colorado.gov) or El Paso County.
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Two metropolitan districts operate in our area, and they do different jobs:
Bent Grass Metropolitan District (BGMD) handles most of what affects daily neighborhood life — covenants, architectural review, and neighborhood features like the pocket parks, open space, drainage, and entry monuments. Most Bent Grass homes fall under BGMD.
Woodmen Hills Metropolitan District (WHMD) provides water and sewer service, plus the larger Woodmen Hills parks and recreation facilities.
The two districts are independent and overlapping — neither is "over" the other. Because district and subdivision boundaries don't always line up exactly, confirm your own property by looking up your address on the El Paso County Assessor's property search.
→ For the full explanation, see our Bent Grass Metro District and Woodmen Hills Metro District pages.
A metropolitan district is a local government unit that builds and maintains neighborhood infrastructure and pays off the debt used to fund it. Your mill levy, collected through your property taxes, is how that debt and ongoing maintenance get paid. Because both BGMD and WHMD serve our area with different services, you may see levies or charges connected to each.
→ Details, including current mill levy figures, are on our Bent Grass Metro District page.
Bent Grass MD generally meets the first Tuesday of each month, in person at 119 N. Wahsatch Ave, Colorado Springs, and virtually. Meeting dates and times do change month to month, so confirm the next one on the BGMD Board Meetings page.
Woodmen Hills MD generally meets the fourth Thursday of each month at Community Center West, 11720 Woodmen Hills Dr, Peyton. Confirm the current schedule at woodmenhills.org or (719) 495-2500.
You're welcome at both, and it can be worthwhile since each district decides different things that affect you -BGMD on neighborhood maintenance, covenants, and our local budget; WHMD on water, sewer, and rec facilities. If your time is limited, BGMD meetings are the ones most directly tied to day-to-day Bent Grass matters.
The CC&Rs are your neighborhood's recorded rules — covering home appearance, landscaping, fencing, and what you can build or change on your property. They run with the land, meaning they apply to your lot no matter who owns it, and they're administered and enforced through Bent Grass Metropolitan District. They're worth reading before you start any exterior project.
The recorded Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions is on file with the El Paso County Clerk and Recorder.
There are separate declarations for different filings:
Bent Grass Filing 1 CCRs
Bent Grass Filing 2 CCRs
You can find these and all other district documents on the Bent Grass District Resources page. Be sure to review the declaration that applies to your filing.
See our Covenants pages for overviews and links. Bent Grass Covenants
Think of the CC&Rs as the constitution and the Design Guidelines as the detailed rulebook.
The CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions) are the recorded legal document that establishes the broad rules — things like keeping lots residential, requiring architectural approval, and setting baseline standards.
The Design Guidelines, adopted by the Architectural Committee, fill in the specifics the committee actually applies day to day: setbacks, fencing styles, materials, colors, landscaping, and so on.
The CC&Rs grant the authority; the Guidelines spell out the details. If the two ever seem to conflict, the recorded CC&Rs and the District control. You may view these documents on “District Resources”.
Yes - in nearly all cases. The CC&Rs require Architectural Committee approval before you build, install, or change exterior improvements: fences, sheds, decks, paint colors, landscaping, additions, and similar work.
The process and standards are laid out in the Design Guidelines, and you submit through Bent Grass Metropolitan District. Approval from the committee is separate from any building permits the County or City may also require.
Review the Design Guidelines and your filing's CC&Rs, then submit a request to the Architectural Committee. You can submit the Architectural Request Form online or print the ARC Request Form from BGMD District Resources,
A good rule of thumb: if it changes how the outside of your home or lot looks, ask first.
Covenant enforcement rests with the developer during the development period and passes to the Bent Grass Metro Board (or its successor) afterward.
To report a possible violation, contact the District Manager, Adam Noel (WISDOM Management) at Adam.N@WisdomCOS.com or 719-447-1777.
For county-level issues like zoning, junk, or unsafe structures, contact El Paso County Code Enforcement.
They're two separate systems, with different rules and different people to contact:
A covenant violation is a breach of the Bent Grass CC&Rs — the neighborhood's private rules covering things like home appearance, landscaping, fencing, and exterior changes. These are handled by the Bent Grass Metropolitan District, through its covenant enforcement and architectural review process.
A county code violation is a breach of El Paso County regulations — things like zoning, junk or debris, weeds and brush, inoperable vehicles, animal-keeping limits, or unsafe structures. These are handled by El Paso County, which enforces only in unincorporated areas (that's us).
The same situation can sometimes fall under both, but they're reported separately.
Where to go:
Covenant concerns → Bent Grass Metropolitan District (contact)
County code concerns → El Paso County Code Enforcement, submit a complaint online. County enforcement is complaint-driven — the county responds to resident reports rather than patrolling. You'll need the property address and a description; photos help, and you can include your contact info or report anonymously.
Building permit concerns → Pikes Peak Regional Building Department, (719) 327-2880
If you're not sure which applies, start with the district — they can point you the right way.
Probably not without checking carefully first. The Bent Grass CC&Rs restrict homes to residential use and specifically prohibit "transient" lodging uses — language that typically applies to short-term rentals like Airbnb. Beyond the covenants, El Paso County has its own short-term rental rules for unincorporated areas, and your mortgage and insurance may have restrictions too.
Before listing, confirm with Bent Grass Metropolitan District, check El Paso County's short-term rental regulations, and review your loan and insurance terms. (General information, not legal advice.)
Generally, yes. The airspace above your home is regulated by the FAA, not homeowners, the metro districts, or the county... so a drone flying over a residential area is usually legal if the pilot follows FAA rules (below 400 feet, within visual line of sight, registered if over 0.55 lbs, and not flying over crowds). However, Colorado law makes it a crime to use a drone to photograph or record someone in a private place without consent (C.R.S. § 18-7-801), and persistent hovering over a fenced yard can support civil claims. Never attempt to shoot down or interfere with a drone - that's a federal crime.
Where to fly: your own property, or private property with the owner's permission.
Where not to fly: all El Paso County parks and open spaces (including Falcon Regional Park), Colorado Springs city parks without written permission, nearly all state parks, all national parks, and restricted military airspace near Schriever SFB, Peterson SFB, and the Air Force Academy. Because Falcon is close to Meadow Lake Airport, check the free FAA B4UFLY app before every flight.
This is general information, not legal advice. Verify current rules at faa.gov/uas.
Yes. WHMD enacts Stage 1 water restrictions every year, taking effect in April. Each house has an assigned watering day based on your house number. Stage 1 watering days apply every season, and WHMD can move to stricter stages (2 or 3) during drought or water-supply stress.
Here's the Stage 1 schedule (the normal, everyday level):
Homes with an even-numbered address can water Sunday, Wednesday, Friday
Homes with an odd-numbered address can water Saturday, Tuesday, Thursday
Watering times: only before 9:00 a.m. or after 6:00 p.m., and hand watering is allowed only on your assigned days and times.
If drought conditions worsen, WHMD can move to stricter stages: Stage 2 cuts watering to two assigned days a week, and Stage 3 means no outside watering at all.
A heads-up on penalties: at Stages 1 and 2, a first offense is a warning letter, then $75 for a second offense and $100 for a third. At Stage 3, it jumps to $500 for a first offense and possible termination of water service for a second.
Because watering days and current stage can change seasonally, always check the official source before adjusting your sprinklers: Woodmen Hills Water Conservation page. Questions about your bill or service? WHMD can be reached at (719) 495-2500.
It depends heavily on the type of vehicle and exactly where you are. A quick rundown:
Dirt bikes, minibikes, ATVs (off-highway vehicles): Under Colorado law, these can't be ridden on public streets or roads — only on private property with the owner's permission, or in designated off-highway areas. Fines run up to $500.
Gas or electric motorcycles: These are street-legal vehicles requiring a licensed, endorsed, insured rider — so a child can't legally operate one on public roads.
E-bikes: Colorado uses a three-class system. No statewide minimum age for Class 1 or 2; you must be 16+ to operate a Class 3, and under-18 riders must wear a helmet on a Class 3. Watch out: many "e-bikes" sold online exceed 750 watts or 28 mph, which legally makes them motorcycles — requiring a license, registration, and insurance.
Parental responsibility: Colorado is tightening this. Adults who knowingly allow, aid, or encourage a minor to illegally operate a vehicle may be charged with Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor, a class 1 misdemeanor, and a 2026 state bill adds further parental penalties for minors' improper e-vehicle use. Jeffcosheriffco
When in doubt, check with the El Paso County Sheriff's Office.
Speed and noise specifics are typically handled at the County level and by traffic law. For a definitive answer, check your vehicle's wattage/speed label against Colorado's classifications and consult the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. (General information, not legal advice.)
First, find which filing your home is in by looking up your property's legal description on the El Paso County Assessor's site.
Then match that filing to the recorded plat below. Each plat is the official, recorded map for that filing — showing lot lines, easements, rights-of-way, and common tracts.
You can pull the official copy from the El Paso County public records search using the El Paso County Real Estate Document Access portal. Search with the reception number or browse our copies in the linked plat folder. You can also email the Recording Copy Department at copyrequests@elpasoco.com.
Understanding Neighborhood Plats
A plat is the official, recorded map of a subdivision. When a developer divides land into individual lots, they record a plat with the El Paso County Clerk and Recorder that legally defines each lot's dimensions and boundaries, the streets and rights-of-way, drainage and utility easements, and any tracts set aside for shared use like parks, open space, or detention ponds. Once recorded, the plat becomes part of the permanent legal record for every property in that filing.
Plats matter to homeowners for practical reasons. They show exactly where your property lines fall and where easements cross your lot — which is essential before you build a fence, shed, deck, or any other improvement, since easements often can't be built over. They identify which tracts are common areas versus private lots, clarifying what the metro district or developer maintains versus what's yours. And because larger developments are built in phases, the plats reveal how the neighborhood is divided into separate filings, each recorded at a different time. Our area, for example, includes several recorded filings of "Falcon Meadows at Bent Grass," and your specific lot belongs to one of them.
Plats are recorded maps and don't change once filed, but they're separate from the neighborhood covenants (CC&Rs), which govern rules and can be amended over time. For both, the official recorded version on file with the County is always the authority.
Recording Department Plat Books: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1U0O2hBY83Fwkd9__fzk4Li_OV2qhdVDn
Subdivision / Filing: Falcon Meadows at Bent Grass Filing No. 1
Document: Plat
Instrument (Reception) No.: 221714886
Date Recorded: 12/22/2021
Plat Link: https://publicrecordsearch.elpasoco.com/RealEstate/SearchDetail.aspx
Subdivision / Filing: Falcon Meadows at Bent Grass No. 2
Document: Plat
Instrument (Reception) No.: 223715087
Date Recorded: 1/26/2023
Plat Link: https://publicrecordsearch.elpasoco.com/RealEstate/SearchDetail.aspx
Subdivision / Filing: Falcon Meadows at Bent Grass Filing No. 2A
Document: Plat
Instrument (Reception) No.: 224715386
Date Recorded: 8/16/2024
Plat Link: https://publicrecordsearch.elpasoco.com/RealEstate/SearchDetail.aspx
Subdivision / Filing: Falcon Meadows at Bent Grass Filing No. 3
Document: Plat
Instrument (Reception) No.: 224715349
Date Recorded: 7/12/2024
Plat Link: https://publicrecordsearch.elpasoco.com/RealEstate/SearchDetail.aspx
Subdivision / Filing: Falcon Meadows at Bent Grass Filing No. 4
Document: Plat
Instrument (Reception) No.:224715350
Date Recorded: 7/12/2024
Plat Link: https://publicrecordsearch.elpasoco.com/RealEstate/SearchDetail.aspx
Your filing's recorded plat shows lot dimensions and easements. Note that easements (utility, drainage, etc.) often can't be built over - check the plat before installing a fence, shed, or deck. For an exact survey, hire a licensed surveyor.
If you purchased your home directly from Challenger, warranty requests go through Challenger Homes' warranty team. Submit a request using the Challenger Homes Warranty form. For general questions, Challenger's main office is at 8605 Explorer Drive, Suite 250, Colorado Springs, CO 80920, phone (719) 598-5192 (Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.). After you submit a warranty request, a member of the warranty team typically responds within 1–2 business days.
Challenger homes come with a 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty. In general terms, this means after your first year with Challenger Homes it's a 2 year Mechanical & Electrical Systems Coverage & 10 Year Qualifying Structural Defects Coverage. Always refer to your own warranty documents from closing for the exact terms that apply to your home.
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Important: don't wait — report issues before your warranty period ends.
Many of a home's covered items fall under the first-year workmanship coverage, and the mechanical/electrical systems coverage runs out at two years. Once a coverage window closes, repairs become your responsibility and your out-of-pocket cost. A few practical tips:
Report problems in writing as soon as you notice them, even if they seem minor — don't let them sit until the deadline passes.
Do a careful walk-through of your home as you approach the 11-month mark (before the first year ends) and submit any workmanship items while they're still covered.
Keep copies of every warranty request and response, with dates.
Note that an issue caught after a coverage window closes generally won't be covered even if the underlying cause traces back to original construction — so timing matters. When in doubt, report it now rather than later.
For improvements within the neighborhood, things like parks, open space, drainage, road repair, signage, or landscaping - Contact Bent Grass Metropolitan District, as BGMD maintains those features. Reach out through the BGMD (or bring it to a board meeting, where public comment is usually welcome).
It depends on who owns the road. Streets inside the neighborhood may fall to the metro district or to El Paso County, while larger or arterial roads are typically maintained by El Paso County (or the relevant municipality). For County-maintained roads, El Paso County's public works/transportation department handles requests and reports. If you're not sure who's responsible for a given road, BGMD or the County can point you to the right place.
For emergencies, always call 911.
For non-emergency law enforcement: File Crime Reports online with the Report a Crime Tool or contact the El Paso County Sheriff's Office (we're in unincorporated El Paso County).
For fire and burn restrictions: Contact the Falcon Fire Protection District.
See our Community Resources page for additional resources.
Register for Peak Alerts, the official emergency notification system for El Paso and Teller Counties, at PeakAlerts.org. Peak Alerts is the emergency notification system used in El Paso and Teller County, and it sends notices for fire and flood evacuations, law enforcement activity, safety notices, and more. When you sign up, you can enter up to five addresses to get alerts for home, work, school, or other places important to you, and choose how you receive the alerts: through text, phone calls, email, or the Everbridge app. It's free, but you have to opt in — make sure each adult in your household creates their own account. For non-English alerts, you can also download the Reachwell app and search for "Peak Alerts." https://www.elpasoteller911.org/peak-alerts
For wildfire and burn-ban status, check the El Paso County Sheriff and Falcon Fire Protection District.
Also see our Community Resources page!
Our area commonly faces both power outages and wildfire risk. This is a great question to think about ahead of time.
A solid kit generally covers a few categories:
Water and food: at least one gallon of water per person per day for three or more days, plus non-perishable food and a manual can opener.
Power and light: flashlights, extra batteries, a battery or hand-crank radio, and power banks for phones. A headlamp per person is handy during outages.
Warmth: blankets or sleeping bags, and warm layers — winter outages can get cold fast.
Health and safety: a first-aid kit, a week's worth of any prescription medications, and copies of important documents in a waterproof bag.
Wildfire-specific: N95 masks for smoke, a plan for where you'll go if you have to evacuate, and a "go bag" packed so you can leave quickly. Know at least two routes out of the neighborhood.
Communication: sign up for El Paso County's emergency alert system so you get evacuation and warning notices, and agree on a family meeting point and out-of-area contact.
For authoritative, local guidance, El Paso County's Office of Emergency Management and Ready.gov both have detailed checklists worth bookmarking.
Also see our Community Resources page!
Short answer: no. In Colorado, if the firework flies through the air, explodes, or shoots flaming balls, they are illegal in El Paso County, including bottle rockets, mortars, M-80s, cherry bombs and Roman candles. That's true even in unincorporated areas. Some ground-based "permissible" fireworks (like fountains, sparklers, and ground spinners) may be allowed on private property in unincorporated El Paso County when no fire restrictions are in effect — but anything aerial or explosive is not.
Two big caveats that change things fast:
First, fire restrictions frequently override this. El Paso County reinstated Stage 1 fire restrictions as recently as late 2025, and during Stage 1 or 2 restrictions the sale and use of fireworks is banned entirely.
Second, city rules are stricter — Colorado Springs, Monument, and Fountain ban essentially all fireworks year-round. Always check the El Paso County Sheriff's Office for current fire-restriction status before lighting anything.
(This is general information, be sure to verify current conditions before any use.)
There are many ways, big and small!
Attend Bent Grass Metropolitan District board meetings to stay informed and weigh in on neighborhood decisions
Pitch in at Community Events, like at the annual neighborhood cleanup
Organize a Community Event, anyone can host a community event. If you want help or have questions, feel free to reach out.
Please email bentgrassneighborhood@gmail.com or call/text 719-401-1119 for any questions or concerns.
For faster response times, please join the Bent Grass Neighbors Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bentgrassmeadows
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We'd love the help. Whether it's a cleanup, a seasonal gathering, or something brand new, neighbor-led events are what make this a community rather than just a collection of houses. Get in touch through our contact page and let us know what you're thinking — we can help you connect with others, spread the word, and figure out logistics. (These are community-organized events, not official district functions.)