There's still time to participate: Latino/Chicano Historic Context project |
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We want to hear from you!
This year, the city launched a first-of-its kind initiative in Denver to uncover and share the history and historic places of Denver’s Chicano and Latino communities. Denver’s historic fabric comes from the stories of the diverse persons and groups who comprise its vibrant history. Help us protect and preserve this important history by sharing your stories and the places that connect you to the Latino/Chicano communities through a brief survey that will close on June 30. Every voice matters. Share yours today!
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I Am Denver Storytelling Lab
June 26, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
1101 13th St., Denver
Join I Am Denver in partnership with Community Planning and Development's Landmark Preservation team for a FREE workshop with activities that will inspire you to tell your story. Participate in hands-on training of the Storyvine guided video app, which we will use to record your stories about treasured places or buildings. The app may be downloaded in advance. Please bring your mobile device to the workshop. Selected stories may be featured at IAmDenver.org, on social media or in a mini documentary to be released later this year. Space is limited to 100 participants!
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La Alma Lincoln Park proposed historic cultural district moves forward |
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This spring, community members submitted an application to designate a portion of the La Alma Lincoln Park neighborhood as Denver's second historic cultural district. This application is advancing to the Landmark Preservation Commission for a public hearing.
Landmark Preservation Commission Meeting
Tuesday, June 29 at 1 p.m.
Property owners and community members are welcome to speak at the virtual hearing, or submit comments online or by emailing landmark@denvergov.org before 12 p.m. on Monday, June 28.
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Loretto Heights Area Plan comes alive |
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In May, new zoning and a development agreement for the Loretto Heights campus were approved after several years of work with area residents. These regulatory tools cement the city and the property owner’s commitment to the community vision, as set forth in the 2019 Loretto Heights Area Plan. The package ensures that the historic campus’ redevelopment reflects what community members advocated for during the planning process. This includes local historic designation of the Administration Building and Chapel, the Priest’s House, and Pancratia Hall as well as prohibiting the demolition of Machebeuf Hall and the May Bonfils Stanton Theater and Library. Adaptive reuse is highly supported for these historic buildings to ensure that they maintain viable uses for the future.
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Landmark Preservation webinar series |
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We're answering all of your Landmark Preservation questions – from tax credits to demolition review.
Each session will be held at 12 p.m. via Zoom.
Here's what's coming up:
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Helpful tips for Landmark inspections |
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How to schedule a final landmark and a final zoning inspections:
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Visit e-permits and click "E-permits portal"
- New users will need to create an account
- In e-permits, click the “Development Services” tab and then either:
- Select the permit record from your “My Records” list (which will populate after your contractor’s license has been added to your e-permits account), OR
- Search for the permit.
- Once on the correct permit record, go to "Record Info" > "Inspections"
- Click “Schedule or Request an Inspection”
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Select "Landmark Final" to schedule a final landmark inspection, and "Zoning CO" to schedule a final zoning inspection
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What to expect from your Landmark inspection:
- The Landmark inspector will check to see if the work complies with the Denver Zoning Code, the Landmark Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) and the approved set of Landmark plans.
- NOTE: Any changes made after your plans have been approved must be submitted for review and approval again. Changes made without Landmark approval will cause your inspection to be denied.
- If you have questions about Landmark inspections for your project, please schedule a "Landmark Pre-Construction Meeting"
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Landmark inspection tips:
- Changes to design, dimensions, and/or materials (including trim work, windows, doors, etc.) will require an additional review and approval from Landmark.
- Landmark must approve the removal, replacement, or infill of doors and windows.
- If required by zoning, make sure there aren't any missing or dead landscaping.
- Make sure the types of materials you've selected are allowed to be used.
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Examples of materials not allowed: compressed artificial wood, T-111 siding, skim-coat or two-coat stucco systems, siding or trim with faux-wood grain, and vinyl windows.
- Make sure all work complies with the Denver Zoning Code.
- Make sure to obtain all required Landmark approvals, as well as building and/or zoning permits.
- Make sure the approved plans show:
- the locations of any exterior building penetrations,
- new AC units, fences, or site work that may require a zoning permit (e.g. planter boxes over 12” in height),
- exterior lighting,
- installation of a new or replacement fence, and
- any hardscaping and site work.
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NOTE: Some work does not require a building and/or zoning permit unless the building is located in a historic district or has been designated as an individual landmark site. See Denver Building Code Section 130.3: Exempted Work for such exceptions (2, 5 and 23).
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About Landmark Preservation |
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Landmark preservation is an important function of Denver Community Planning and Development. Denver City Council enacted the Denver Landmark Ordinance in 1967 to foster the protection, enhancement, perpetuation and use of structures and districts of historical, architectural, geographic and/or cultural significance.
Staff in our Landmark Preservation office and two landmark commissions carry out that mission through design review, historic surveys and landmark designations. Staff also assists owners of historic properties by providing guidance and resources for preserving, maintaining and rehabilitating historic buildings and properties.
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