AG Weiser backs Costilla County in legal battle to stop Cielo Vista Ranch fence

Published Date: Mar 4, 2025

AG Weiser is supporting Costilla County’s right to enforce its land use laws, filing a court brief today to back the county’s decision to stop construction of a large, unauthorized fence on Cielo Vista Ranch (opens new tab). Weiser’s filing urges the court to affirm the county’s authority to enforce zoning laws, arguing that the ranch owner has failed to prove a legal right to continue construction.

“Local communities like Costilla County have the power to decide how land is used, and their decisions must be respected. In this case, the county carefully followed the law in denying this request, acting to protect the community’s longstanding connection to the land and the traditions that depend on it. We have heard directly from residents about how this fence has disrupted their daily lives, cultural practices, and access to essential resources. We are standing with Costilla County and its residents to ensure their voices are heard and their rights are upheld.” – AG Weiser

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