Tag: Housing
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Will counterfeit compassion destroy Aurora? | Michael A. Hancock
There is a particular kind of civic ruin that arrives not by malice but by moral confusion. It comes dressed in benevolence, cloaked in the language of empathy, and sold as “the right thing to do.” It flatters our instincts and numbs our judgment. And slowly, almost imperceptibly, it hollows out the very foundations of…
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Colorado awards first round of grants to promote construction of ‘granny flats’
The state has awarded its first round of grants to seven recipients as part of Colorado’s broader campaign to increase the supply of affordable housing options, notably what’s called accessory dwelling units or ADUs. The grants from Colorado Department of Local Affairs would support local governments as they promote the construction of ADUs, also known…
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4 takeaways from Colorado’s election results
Voters last night embraced major spending requests proposed by state and local officials, as well as picked their next set of municipal and school board leaders. All told, Democrats won big. Here are the key takeaways. DEMOCRATS ARE ENERGIZED Candidates and issues supported by Democrats won on Tuesday, when voters embraced statewide and local ballot…
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Polis administration touts local cities’ ‘compliance’ with housing laws
The Polis administration is taking a victory lap this week on local government compliance with housing laws passed by the General Assembly in the past two years, although the highest level among the metrics is only 60% compliant. In another metric, there are more localities that are non-compliant than those that are. The majority are…
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Denver halts emergency rental assistance program, leaving families scrambling
By Angeline McCall/9NEWS Denver’s emergency rental assistance program has come to an abrupt halt, leaving dozens of families empty-handed after expecting the funds to avoid facing eviction. The decision comes as the city of Denver grapples with budget constraints and reductions across city agencies. The Community Economic Defense Project (CEDP) received a stop-work order Thursday…
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Lakewood never had single-family only zoning before changes, city says
Changes being made to Lakewood’s zoning code have raised questions and ire throughout the community, especially when it comes to the city’s single-family residential districts. Residents have said they want to retain their single-family home neighborhoods. The city never had single-family only residential zoning, according to Mayor Wendi Strom. “The city’s current zone districts often…
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EDITORIAL: Some perspective on Colorado’s high housing costs
The cost of housing has soared in our state in recent years, outpacing income growth and making it especially challenging for lower-wage earners and younger, entry-level workers to afford rent. Buying a place of their own is an even taller task for many. It all has led to much public debate and, inevitably, hyperventilation by…
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EDITORIAL: Density zoning’s drumbeat drones on
Longtime “Simpsons” fans will recall the satirical series’ riff on Broadway’s “The Music Man.” The citizens of mythical Springfield are beguiled by a huckster who pitches them on the idea of building a monorail — which, of course, the town can’t afford and doesn’t need. Before even unveiling his proposal, the pitchman slyly plays the…
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Gov. Jared Polis says Trump’s tariffs policy is disrupting Colorado’s exports, jobs
A report released Thursday by Colorado’s governor said President Donald Trump’s tariffs policy is disrupting the state’s economy and courting a recessionary scenario. State economists have, in fact, been sounding the risk of a scenario for a year — preceding both the White House’s tariffs changes and the congressional budget that Democrats blamed for Colorado’s…
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Denver ditches minimum vehicle parking requirements
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Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The Denver City Council repealed the city’s minimum vehicle parking requirements on Monday, opening the door for builders and developers to take on new projects without having to incorporate parking spaces during the planning stages. With the council’s 9 to 3 vote, parking requirements for…