News from Denver CPD that may impact building and development projects
Denver to hold permitting event for marijuana facilities March 7
On March 7, experts from Denver Excise and Licenses, Community Planning and Development, Denver Fire Department, and the Department of Public Health and Environment will host a forum on licensing, permitting, and inspections for the marijuana industry.

Join us!
We'll walk through requirements for new and expanding marijuana stores, centers, and grows, and answer questions on items like transferring ownership, moving a point-of-sale location, and adding security systems. We'll discuss green roofs, the best way to prepare for inspections, new online ways to apply for permits, and what comes first, the license or the permit. Hear advice and tips from the experts, and bring your questions.

WHEN: Wednesday, March 7 from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
  • 5 pm: A presentation covering licensing, zoning, building, fire, environmental quality, health, and inspections
  • 6 pm: We'll open the floor for Q&A
WHERE: the Denver Post building auditorium
101 W. Colfax Ave.,
Denver, CO 80202

All are welcome but please help us plan ahead: RSVP by Tuesday, March 6 to [email protected] .
Invitation to a how-to discussion on licensing_ permitting_ and inspections for marijuana stores_ grows_ and more on March 7 from 5 - 7 pm at 101 West Colfax_ Denver_ CO 80202
Opportunities for public input on proposed zoning code amendments
A number of proposed amendments to the Denver Zoning Code are making their way through the public review process:
  • Finally, City Councilman Rafael Espinoza is sponsoring an amendment to the zoning code that would require additional notifications to neighboring property owners during the rezoning process. A draft is expected in March. 
It's time to reevaluate how Denver approaches group living
 
In light of increasing demand for non-traditional housing in Denver and recent changes to state and federal housing regulations, city planners will work with an advisory committee to evaluate zoning rules on "group living." Visit the Group Living project page to learn more. 
Zoning code clarification: Roof eaves
Which types of roof eaves qualify for exceptions to zoning bulk and height standards? In response to a recent influx of questions on the topic, the Zoning Administrator revised her interpretation of the relevant code sections and has directed all zoning permitting staff to allow roof eaves associated with any sloping roof plane to qualify for the exceptions.

Learn about residential permits at the Garden and Home Show on March 4
Community Planning and Development (CPD) will be at the 2018 Garden and Home Show on Sunday, March 4.

WHEN: March 4, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

WHERE: Colorado Convention Center, in the "theater" at the end of aisle 1200

Learn about permitting and hiring licensed contractors (or doing it yourself) for your next home improvement project. There will be ample time to ask questions of our code experts and get that one-on-one advice you've been looking for. 

Visit coloradogardenfoundation.org for show hours and prices.

Can't make it? Check out KGA Studio Architects' blog: 5 Tips for Navigating the Permitting Process Smoothly.
Come join us at the 2018 Garden and Home Show! Sunday, March 4, 4-5pm, in the theater at the end of aisle 1200, Colorado Convention Center. Learn from the experts how to get your home projects permitted. Includes tips an Q&A.
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