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A modest-looking bungalow at 510 S. Garfield Street in Denver’s Belcaro neighborhood is under consideration for landmark designation, potentially shielding it from demolition. While its exterior appears ordinary, the interior showcases a rare and remarkably preserved example of Usonian architecture—a midcentury style pioneered by Frank Lloyd Wright in the 1930s to bring modern design to middle-class homes.

The story unfolding at 400 S. Williams Street in Denver’s historic Washington Park neighborhood is more than just a preservation effort — it’s a reflection of a broader conversation happening across the city. Residents are becoming increasingly invested in the future of their neighborhoods, the architectural character of their streets, and the legacy they leave behind.

In May 2024, a quiet email introduction between Jessica Brody, General Counsel of Denver Water, and Tim Aragon, top legal counsel for the Denver Broncos, set the stage for a year-long series of strategic discussions that may reshape the heart of Denver. Over the past thirteen months, top executives from Colorado’s oldest water utility and the Denver Broncos organization have been in steady contact, joined at times by key city leaders including Mayor Mike Johnston’s chief of staff and Denver’s chief projects officer.

In a string of secretive real estate transactions around Denver’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, buyers have been scooping up industrial properties near the Burnham Yard railyard. Sellers like Shannon McCabe and Tim Armitage have reported being kept in the dark about the identities of the purchasers, with legal intermediaries handling the deals and non-disclosure agreements in place. These transactions, which include at least 13 properties totaling over $150 million, have raised speculation due to their volume, secrecy, and rapid pace.

In a string of secretive real estate transactions around Denver’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, buyers have been scooping up industrial properties near the Burnham Yard railyard. Sellers like Shannon McCabe and Tim Armitage have reported being kept in the dark about the identities of the purchasers, with legal intermediaries handling the deals and non-disclosure agreements in place. These transactions, which include at least 13 properties totaling over $150 million, have raised speculation due to their volume, secrecy, and rapid pace.

The Denver City Council has officially approved the rezoning of the historic Park Hill Golf Course, closing a prolonged chapter in one of Denver’s most complex development sagas. This rezoning transforms the 155-acre site from private open space—its designation when operating as a private golf course—into public open space. This change enables the land to serve a broader purpose: becoming Denver’s fourth-largest park, accessible to all city residents.

Brad Buchanan, a seasoned leader in Denver’s urban development landscape, has once again stepped into the role of interim director for Denver’s Community Planning and Development (CPD) department. This development comes right after the somewhat sudden departure of Denver’s previous director, Manish Kumar, who held the role for just over a year.

A new Whole Foods Market is coming to Denver’s Central Park neighborhood — a 40,000-square-foot grocery store planned for the corner of Central Park Boulevard and 40th Avenue. This development marks a significant milestone for northeast Denver, especially as it brings a nationally recognized grocer into an area already experiencing strong residential and commercial momentum.

Recent data confirms it. According to a 2024 Colorado Polling Institute survey, about 50% of Denver residents own at least one dog, and 68% report having some kind of pet. Compare that with just 20% of residents raising children under eighteen, and it’s clear who’s really running the city. With an estimated 160,000 dogs in the city—more than Denver’s under-18 human population—it’s no surprise that the Mile High City regularly ranks near the top of “most dog-friendly” lists.