Space Committee

The Space Committee supports the strategic management and allocation of university space to help Colorado State University use its facilities and land resources effectively, efficiently, and in alignment with institutional priorities.

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Use the links below to quickly find Space Committee overview information, membership details, space request information, and resources.


Overview

Building and land space is a valuable university resource that should be managed for maximum efficiency. The management and allocation of space must be done in such a way as to efficiently and effectively meet the universities goals and mission.

Monthly Meetings

When: First Monday of each month
Time: 9:00–10:30 a.m.
Location: Lory Student Center

Past presentations and meeting minutes are available upon request.


Guiding Principles

University space decisions are guided by responsible stewardship, demonstrated need, and alignment with CSU priorities.

Principle 01

Space is a limited resource of the campus and is not owned by divisions, departments, or current occupants.

Principle 02

Space assignments are intended to reflect the strategic academic, research, service, and outreach priorities established by the campus.

Principle 03

Space requests are considered based on current needs, which factor in existing space allocations and utilization.

Principle 04

Departments are responsible for ensuring that their allocated space is used efficiently and that they have the funds or can leverage funds necessary to address any additional space and upgrade needs. The Space Committee is unable to help garner funding for any needed improvements, moves, etc.

Principle 05

Departments are encouraged to collaborate on space such as classrooms, conference rooms, and reception areas.

 

Committee Membership

The Space Committee brings together university leadership and representatives responsible for evaluating space needs and supporting strategic allocation decisions.

Chairs
University Operations
Brendan Hanlon
Vice President for Operations, Chief Financial Officer
Office of the Provost
Mendy Smith
Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs

Members
  • Vice President for Research: Melissa Reynolds
  • Vice President for Student Affairs: Blanche Hughes
  • College Dean — Rotating 3-Year Term: Matt Hickey
  • College Dean — Rotating 3-Year Term: Kjerstin Thorson
  • Facilities Management: Mike Singleton

Ex-Officio Members
Facilities Management

  • Ian Bishop — University Space Manager / Meeting Facilitator
  • Kartik Shah — Campus Planner
  • Julia Innes — Program Assistant
CSU Libraries

Karen Estlund — Dean of Libraries

Office of the Registrar

Julia Murphy — Associate Registrar

University Advancement

Jon Walter — Executive Director of Advancement Services

CSU STRATA

  • Pete Meyer — Vice President of Real Estate Services
  • Brandon Ates — Senior Real Estate Specialist
  • Janey Monroe — Senior Administrative Specialist
  • John Slack — Director of Property Management

Space Request Process

Follow the steps below to understand how space requests are reviewed, evaluated, and processed.

Process Steps

Space Request Process flowchart

Request Review Process

  1. Additional Space Needed Beyond Current Allocation
  2. Submit Space Request
  3. Request Reviewed by Campus Planning
    1. If Complete — Go to Step 5
    2. If Incomplete — Go to Step 4
  4. Campus Planning Requests Additional Information
    1. Return to Step 2
  5. Campus Planning Presents the Request to Space Committee
  6. Space Committee Votes to Approve or Reject Request
  7. Campus Planning Notifies Applicant of Decision
    1. If Approved — Go to Step 8
    2. If Rejected — Go to Step 4
  8. Applicant Notifies Campus Planning of Completed Move
    1. Vacated Space Returns to Available Pool — Go to Step 10
  9. Campus Planning Updates Floorplans and AIM Database
  10. Large Block of Space is Available
  11. Campus Planning Posts Request for Proposal
    1. Return to Step 2

Space Resources

Access current information and resources related to the university space request and allocation process.

The Space Allocation policy, associated procedures, and guidelines are undergoing review and revision. Please reference the current resources below to navigate the space request process.

Submit a Space Request

Submit all space requests through the project request form .