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Denver Adopts New Rules for Universal Recycling and Composting Published on July 10, 2026 Denver has adopted new Rules and Regulations for the voter-approved Universal Recycling and Composting Ordinance, a significant milestone for one of the most impactful waste diversion policies in the city’s history. The rules provide detailed guidance for buildings and food businesses, permitted events, and construction and demolition project ahead of the September 1, 2026 compliance date. Tagged as: , News, Parks & Recreation, Press release, Public Health & Environment, Special Events, Sustainability
UPDATE: City Council issues landmark designation for Webb House Published on June 23, 2026 The home of two transformative Denver leaders has become the city’s newest historic landmark following a City Council vote on Monday, June 22. Landmark Preservation staff from CPD presented the owner-supported designation application for the home of the Honorable Wilma J. Webb and Mayor Wellington E. Webb as part of a public hearing. Tagged as: , Community Planning & Development, News, Press release
Denver rolls out 90-day review for affordable housing Published on June 22, 2026 Affordable residential development projects that meet key eligibility criteria are now able to apply for plan review and permits through an expedited process that will deliver a path to approvals in 90 calendar days, which include city and customer time. Tagged as: , Community Planning & Development, News, Press release