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Neighborhood planning set to begin in far northeast Denver
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The Neighborhood Planning Initiative will launch its first area plan this month, as the Far Northeast Area Plan kicks off with a community meeting Thursday, June 22. The event will be the first of many opportunities over the next 18 to 24 months for the communities of Montbello, Green Valley Ranch and DIA to establish a vision for their future.
Far Northeast Plan Community Meeting
6 - 8 p.m., Thursday, June 22
Evie Garrett Dennis E-12 Campus Student Union, 4800 Telluride Street, Denver
Food, childcare and Spanish interpretation will be provided.
For accessibility requests, visit our website.
Let us know you're coming!
To learn more about the Far Northeast Area Plan, visit DenverGov.org/farnortheastplan.
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The Square on 21st opens June 15!
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This summer, the Square on 21st will offer a park-like public space in Denver’s Ballpark neighborhood where residents and visitors can relax in the shade, play lawn games, sip early morning coffee, sample late-night eats, and enjoy activities for all ages (and dogs too!).
This pop-up park between Larimer and Lawrence will be open June 15 – August 15, and is the brainchild of area residents and business owners who worked with city planners to envision an underused public street as an oasis in downtown.
The installation urges visitors to consider new and creative uses for publicly-owned streets and sidewalks.
It will provide a temporary public gathering place for a neighborhood that doesn’t have one now, and give those who live and work nearby the chance to enjoy open space and park amenities close to home.
It is the direct result of a series of city plans, including the 21st and Wynkoop Urban Design plan (2016), as well as the ongoing The Outdoor Downtown plan for parks and recreation. Follow #thesquareon21st on social and learn more at denvergov.org/thesquareon21st.
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Tough love, TLC for abandoned buildings
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Have you noticed fewer neglected and vacant buildings around town lately? Since updating regulations in 2012, the city has reduced the number of vacant and derelict properties from 181 to 93.
Obviously, the strong economy is the underlying reason for the turnaround. However, it’s also due in large part to the hard work of our zoning and neighborhood (ZNIS) inspectors, who see abandoned buildings as a challenge they can help resolve for the community.
Inspectors research ownership, track down property owners or next of kin, and work with them to create a remedial plan -- ultimately resolving eyesores and safety hazards for neighbors. Learn more about our inspectors’ work in this recent Denver Post story.
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Inspector S. Baptista inspects a once-neglected duplex
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Denveright planning one-year update
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The Denveright citywide planning effort for land use, mobility, parks and recreation kicked off in early summer 2016 and is expected to be a two-year planning process.
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Denveright will continue to hone in on our community's goals, ultimately creating a draft of each of the four plans for your review and feedback.
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Nominate your favorite place for a Mayor's Design Award
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Do you have a favorite new project in town? Mayor Michael B. Hancock is seeking nominations for the Mayor’s Design Awards.
Since 2005, the Mayor’s Design Awards have honored projects throughout the city for excellence in architecture, exterior design and place-making.
Nominations are due Wednesday, September 6, 2017. Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony in late fall. To nominate a project, learn more or see past winners visit DenverGov.org/MDA.
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The Metlo remodel won a 2016 Mayor's Design Award
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New zoning counter hours started June 5
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Recent changes have made our commercial zoning review process more efficient —reducing the need for customers to visit the zoning counter in person. As a result, staff can now spend more time reviewing zoning plans and issuing permits.
Save a trip! F
ind new, improved commercial zoning guides and applications online
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Submit zoning applications and plans any time of day via
zoning.review@denvergov.org
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Commercial Zoning’s New Counter Hours
8 am to noon, Monday-Friday
Check-in opens at 8 a.m.
Need both a zoning and a building permit? Save time with a simultaneous review!
One of the most significant advances in permitting this year was streamlining the submittal process for commercial building and zoning permits. Applicants no longer need to complete their zoning code review before applying for a building permit. You could now save weeks of review time by applying for both, at once.
View eligibility and how to apply.
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Does your home need emergency repair due to hail?
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The Denver Urban Renewal Authority (DURA) is offering 0% interest loans of up to $6,000 for emergency repairs for homeowners (roofing, plumbing, heating, insulation or electrical problems). For other essential home repairs, DURA offers loans of up to $35,000 ranging from 0-1% interest.
If you are planning home construction or renovations, you will need to have your water service lines evaluated by the Denver Water utility as part of the work. Lead, galvanized, or very old water pipes can become brittle, prone to breaking, and pose health risks. DURA has partnered with Denver Water to offer homeowners 1-3% low-interest loans for repairing or replacing sewer and plumbing lines. Visit renewdenver.org to learn more.
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#Denverhail photo by @erincomstock on Instagram
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Stay up to date as building and zoning codes change
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Development in Denver follows international standards for building and fire safety, as well as local policies and codes adapted to address needs specific to our area. From time to time, these are updated to keep them modern, clear and user-friendly. Stay on top of key changes by signing up for our “Code and Policy Alerts” email list.
Latest Code and Policy News
- On July 1, Colorado will adopt the 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC), making this the minimum standard for electrical work in Denver. All drawings logged in for an electrical review after July 1 will be reviewed under the 2017 NEC.
- Denver City Council amended the text of the Denver Zoning Code in May. Learn about the recently adopted text amendments.
- Denver City Council voted 9-2 to change the Denver Zoning Code's small-lot parking exemption at its meeting on May 1, 2017. Learn more here.
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Denver Community Planning and Development is hiring!
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There has never been a better time to start your career with Denver. At Community Planning and Development, we envision, enable and ensure a better Denver. Come join us as we undertake visionary city planning and ensuring safe, responsible, sustainable building. From architects to inspectors to plans review engineers ... check out all of our job postings here.
Be sure to sign up online for job alerts to get regular updates on future opportunities.
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Planning and zoning at your fingertips
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Visit denvergov.org/cpd to find up-to-date planning and zoning information about any property in Denver.
Do I live in an "Area of Change?"
Visit our Blueprint Denver page and go to the map to view current land use classifications across the whole city.
What's my zoning?
Our online zoning map can quickly tell you the zone district for any Denver address.
What city plans apply to my neighborhood?
Visit our completed plans page and go to the map that allows you to search using your address. All plans, assessments and studies are available online.
How can I learn about proposed rezonings?
What are the site plans for a specific project?
The site development plans map at denvergov.org/maps displays information about projects involving new construction that have received site development plan approval from the city. It does not include single-family and duplex projects.
What construction procedures are allowed?
Every project must follow Denver's safety codes to minimize ill effects on the community. For basic rules, visit denvergov.org/constructionprocedures. Call 311 to report construction-related code violations.
How can I watch Planning Board meetings?
Visit our Planning Board page to watch live or archived board meetings or submit comments to the board.
How can I provide feedback to Denver CPD?
Please take our survey and let us know about your experience with planning and development in Denver!
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BUILDING COMMUNITY:
About Community Planning and Development
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Denver Community Planning and Development (CPD) is responsible for visionary city planning and ensuring safe, responsible, sustainable building. CPD regulates planning, zoning, development and maintenance of private property in Denver. We're BUILDING COMMUNITY -- working hard to make Denver a great place to live, work and play! Learn more at denvergov.org/cpd.
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