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Citywide Zoning Map Amendment to Remove Obsolete Zone Districts for ADUs

  • When: 2024/11/18
  • Address: Citywide, Denver, CO
  • City: Denver
  • State: Colorado
  • Category: Zoning Code Modification
  • Asset Class: Detached Housing
  • Property Type: ADUs
  • Applicant: Community Planning & Development
  • Representative: Justin Montgomery

The Denver City Council approved a citywide zoning map amendment to remove obsolete zone districts and align the zoning map with the Citywide ADUs text amendment. This change simplifies zoning classifications and enables ADUs in all residential areas previously impacted by outdated zoning regulations. The amendment reflects Denver's commitment to increasing housing flexibility and affordability.

Why it Matters

This zoning amendment supports the city's housing goals by enabling ADU construction citywide, addressing housing affordability and fostering diverse residential options. Removing obsolete zones ensures consistent and modernized zoning regulations.

Source

Allowed Uses: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) as accessory to single-unit residential uses across all applicable districts