I attended a zoning meeting tonight at the John Collins Church in the Evans/Overland Park neighborhood. It was delightfully informative. City Coucilman Chris Nevitt and Senior City Planner Barbara Frommell braved the wonderfully opinionated neighbors, providing keen listening and clear answers.
The new code (aka Blueprint Denver) is being informed by current zoning, the plan and what is standing now, using 2 approaches: Context Based and Form Based.
If you have ever puzzled over the incomprehensible language in the Denver code to figure out what is allowed or disallowed on your property, you will love this!! http://newcodedenver.org/ . The Form Based approach to zoning uses diagrams to illustrate what was previously mind boggling, and often contradictory.
Good news for many homeowners! ADU’s (Accessory Dwelling Units) will now be allowed in many areas . ADU’s are carriage houses, apartments above garages, etc.
Check it out! The first draft of the new plan for Council District 7 will be presented on June 17, 2009 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Location: Governor's Ballroom in the Driscoll Student Center North University of Denver, 2055 E. Evans Avenue Denver CO .
The calendar at http://newcodedenver.org/meetings shows the presentation dates & locations for other districts.
Lil Lively
Your Castle Real Estate
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