The Vision 2020 identifies four cornerstones for the community. The first is Town Identity, with the intent to “preserve Castle Rock’s character as a distinct and physically separate community that is the center of Douglas County.” It was with that cornerstone in mind that the Design Awards program was created.

Nominations are submitted by the Planning Commission, Castle Rock Economic Development Council, Historic Preservation Board, Downtown Development Authority and Town residents.  The Site Design Award program will resume in 2013.