Zoning code clarifications primarily provide guidance to staff on how to apply the Denver Zoning Code consistently. These clarifications are posted here to assist customers and the public on how code regulations might apply to their project or in general.
All documents below are PDF downloads.
- Rule of Measurement for Base Plane Calculations(PDF, 681KB) (issued 9/28/21 | DZC § 13.1.2.2 and 13.1.3.2)
- Rooming and/or Boarding Home Occupation Floor Area Calculations(PDF, 150KB) (issued 5/29/19 | DZC §11.9.2.5)
- Detached Accessory Structures with Vehicle Access Doors(PDF, 513KB) (issued 3/1/19 | DZC §1.2.3.5)
- What Version of the Code Applies to Modification or Amendment of Applications, Plans, and Permits?(PDF, 710KB) (issued 10/1/18 | DZC §12.3.7)
- Detached Accessory Structures(PDF, 710KB) (issued 9/10/18 | DZC § 3.3.4.3.C, 4.3.4.3.C, 5.3.4.3.C, 6.3.4.3.C, 7.3.4.3.C, and 9.7.4.3.C)
- Rule of Measurement for Upper Story Stepback(PDF, 816KB) (issued 7/31/18 | DZC §13.1.6.1.H.2)
- Definition of Wall Sign(PDF, 1MB) (issued 5/24/18 | DZC §13.3)
- Parking Structure Stories and Incentive Heights(PDF, 378KB) (issued 5/15/18, updated 6/10/20 | DZC Art. 3-9, §13.1.3.3.B.5, §9.4.6.6.E)
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