Peterson SFB

Space Base Delta 1 enables U.S. Space Force operations for 4 of the USSF Space Deltas and more than 114 other mission partners across 17 world-wide operating locations by providing integrated Base Operating Support, Combat Service Support, and Delta Staff Agency services.

Housing

The Colorado Springs metropolitan area is undergoing a period of exceptional regional development. Notably, all five military installations within the local area have transitioned to privatized housing operations. Personnel are advised to contact their current station’s government Housing Operations Office immediately upon receipt of posting orders to Colorado Springs. The government housing team will provide the latest intelligence regarding privatized estates, application procedures, and private rental market options, alongside any installation-specific housing directives. For further inquiries, please contact the centralized helpline on 888-718-7234.

The Tierra Vista estate management office may be contacted directly on 719-597-7200.

The government housing representative is available on 719-556-7946.

Dorm Occupancy

Peterson SFB experiences consistently high occupancy rates across all single living accommodation. It is imperative that you or your designated unit sponsor contact the accommodation warden at least three weeks prior to your scheduled arrival. The Accommodation Manager and supporting staff can be reached on 719-556-3832.

School Tips for Parents

A wealth of information is available regarding educational institutions within the Colorado Springs catchment area. The School Liaison Officer is available to assist families on 719-556-3152 or via DSN 834-3152. Comprehensive guidance and documentation can be accessed electronically at the 21st Force Support Squadron School Liaison Portal.

Vehicle Registration, New Resident Requirements, Voting, and Driver's Licenses

Personnel should consult the El Paso County Portal to review the statutory requirements for vehicle registration, obtain taxation estimates, complete residency declarations, and register for electoral purposes. Alternatively, you may speak directly with a civic representative on 719-520-6243.

Please note: Registering to vote at the El Paso Department of Motor Vehicles, or DMV, legally revokes your prior state of residency and establishes you as a permanent Colorado resident. Personnel wishing to preserve their original state residency and vote via absentee ballot should instead consult the Federal Voting Assistance Program, or FVAP.

Passports and Visas

It is a mandatory command requirement that personnel and their dependents secure all necessary passports and visas prior to final out-processing. Personnel will not be permitted to complete their final departure clearance without presenting these official travel documents in hand. This directive applies strictly to all personnel, including those electing accompanied tours.

These measures are strictly enforced to prevent administrative complications or personal hardship upon arrival. Consequently, it is reiterated that clearing the station is strictly prohibited until all appropriate passports and visas have been secured for the service member and their dependents.

21 Force Support Marketing Department

The 21st FSS Marketing Department provides a comprehensive suite of recreational services designed to promote welfare, morale, and operational work-life balance. Offerings include Outdoor Recreation programs, golf courses, aquatics facilities, bowling centers, Information, Tickets, and Travel services, the Aero Club (incorporating the Rocky Mountain USAF Flight Training Center), the Officers' and Enlisted Club, and a diverse calendar of special events. For a complete directory of services, please visit the 21st Force Support Squadron website.

Living in Colorado offers an unparalleled spectrum of recreational pursuits. Personnel can access world-class skiing and snowboarding at premier alpine resorts, alongside rock climbing, ice climbing and mountaineering amongst the region's famous "14ers" (mountain peaks exceeding 14,000 feet in elevation). Further opportunities include angling, structured swimming programs, wilderness camping, whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River, snowmobiling, skydiving and snowshoeing, as well as organized weekend excursions to Aspen, Crested Butte, and Moab, Utah.

The ITT office secures highly competitive, discounted tickets for professional sporting events — including the Denver Broncos and Colorado Avalanche — as well as theatrical performances at the Pikes Peak Center and world-class entertainment, such as Cirque du Soleil, at the Colorado Springs World Arena.

Additionally, Peterson Space Force Base boasts the only full-service, professional military leisure travel office in the Colorado region. Uniquely dedicated to securing military travel concessions, this facility is unmatched by any other installation in the Pikes Peak area. Staffed by two full-time travel professionals, the Leisure Travel office ensures optimal pricing and continuous administrative support throughout your journey.

Temporary Accommodation & Settling-In Administration

• Temporary Lodging Facility, or TLF, Operations: Capacity at the Temporary Lodging Facility is strictly limited. The facility provides a range of premier accommodations, including standard quarters, executive suites, and pet-friendly lodging. Personnel are urged to contact the central booking desk on 719-556-7851 or 888-AFLodge (extension 738) to secure reservations immediately upon confirmation of their arrival date.
• Childcare Transition Grant: Personnel are entitled to a financial grant of $200 per dependent child up to the age of 12 (capped at a maximum of $1,000 per household) to assist with childcare expenses incurred during the relocation process. Applications must be submitted electronically via the Air & Space Forces Aid Society.
• Financial Management & Travel Claims: To prevent personal financial liability, personnel must complete and submit their travel vouchers at the earliest opportunity. For professional guidance or administrative assistance, please contact the Peterson Finance Office without delay on 719-556-4770 or DSN 834-4770.
• Household Loan Locker Services: The Loan Locker is located within the Military & Family Readiness Centre (Building 350, Suite 1203). This facility maintains an extensive inventory of essential household items available for temporary loan during your relocation transition, including cookware, tableware, and minor kitchen appliances. For further enquiries, please contact the team on 719-556-6141.
• The Airman's Attic Welfare Facility: The Airman's Attic operates Monday through Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., providing complimentary household goods to junior enlisted personnel (ranks E-5 and below). Notably, military uniform items are available to all active-duty, reserve and National Guard personnel regardless of rank. For further details, please call 719-556-3215.

Defense Service Network, or DSN, Telecommunications Directives

The DSN serves as the principal long-distance telecommunications provider for the Department of War. Each military installation is assigned a unique DSN prefix, which varies depending on the geographical theatre. To utilise the DSN, calls must be placed from a secure military landline terminal located on an active installation; commercial mobile devices cannot dial DSN numbers directly. When placing a DSN call between two installations within the continental United States, dialing the 312 area code is unnecessary. However, the appropriate DSN area code must be included for all transoceanic and overseas connections. For commercial operator assistance, please dial 719-556-4555; please be advised that long-distance toll charges may apply.

Adverse Weather & Base Closure Notification Protocols:

To monitor active snow delays, late reporting directives, or early release alerts, personnel should utilise the following approved information channels:

• Peterson SFB Adverse Weather Helpline (Snow Line): As of November 2025, the SBD1 snowcall line is no longer being updated. Please see the Peterson Facebook page.
• AtHoc Notification System: Register for local installation emergency alerts immediately upon arrival.
• Local Civil Media Outlets: Standard television and radio broadcasts.
• Mobile Command Information: Download the official AF Connect mobile application to maintain continuous situational awareness.