The Denver Real Estate Broker BlogRecently posted or modified blog posts in the category - RiNo Neighborhoodhttps://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/blog/Copyright TheDenverRealEstateBroker.com2016-09-06T15:07:53-07:00tag:thedenverrealestatebroker.com,2012-09-20:1026RiNo Neighborhood and North Denver UpdateThe RiNo Neighborhood and surrounding areas are growing and changing at a very rapid pace. There are currently <a href="http://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/blog/neighborhood-plans-for-globeville-and-elyria-swansea/" target="_blank">six North Denver Cornerstone Collaborative (NDCC) projects</a> in various phases in and around the RiNo Neighborhood in Denver. With so much going on, here is a quick update to bring you up to speed.
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The Denver Planning Board has approved the final draft of the 38th and Blake rail station height amendment. This amendment is geared toward increasing the height restrictions around the commuter rail station. The increase in zoning height is a result of promoting transit-oriented development in and around the rail station...<a href="http://www.denvergov.org/content/dam/denvergov/Portals/646/documents/planning/Plans/38th-Blake-Height-Amendments/38th_and_Blake_Height_Amendments_LUTI.pdf" target="_blank">More</a>
A new bike lane and 2-way traffic are coming to Blake street between Broadway and 35th Avenue.
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Groundbreaking for the <a href="http://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/blog/brighton-boulevard-improvement-update/" title="Brighton Blvd Improvement Update" target="_blank">Brighton Blvd improvement</a> has been scheduled for October 13th, 2016...<a href="http://www.denvergov.org/content/denvergov/en/north-denver-cornerstone-collaborative/brighton-boulevard-redevelopment.html" target="_blank">More</a>
Construction on I-70 to replace the failing viaduct is scheduled to begin in 2018. The four-acre cover over the interstate has new artwork....<a href="https://codot.gov/projects/i70east" target="_blank">More</a>
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The History Colorado State Historical Fund has given a $200,000 grant to the <a href="http://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/blog/national-western-center-why-you-should-care/" title="National Wester Center Improvement" target="_blank">National Western Center</a> to study converting the Stadium Arean into a public food Market...More
2016-09-06T13:33:00-07:002016-09-06T15:07:53-07:00Alex Neirtag:thedenverrealestatebroker.com,2012-09-20:1016RiNo Building Height and Zoning Change<img src="https://assets.site-static.com/userfiles/369/image/blog/Rino_Zoning_Changes.png" width="300" height="183" alt="Changes ahead for Rino" title="Changing Zoning for Rino" style="float: right;" />Denver's community planning and development departments are considering zoning changes to the area surrounding the 38th and Blake commuter transit stop is RiNo. The impetus for the discussion is to create higher density and promote transit-oriented development in close proximity to the transit stop.
The planning process has been centered around how the transit stop will influence the area. Specifically, how pedestrians are going to move through the area, the quality of life for residents and a desire to retain the character of the neighborhood.
Proposed zoning changes will increase the current height restrictions of, primarily 3 stories to a mix of 16, 12, 8, 5 and 3 story zones. The tallest buildings with the greatest density will be centered at the transit stop at 38th and Blake Street. Appropriate height transitioning will be established from the transit stop to existing residential areas.
The desired qualities of the community vision/plan for the rezoned area call for a high degree of design quality. Specifically:
Active, walkable and vibrant public domain
Promenades and open space for a vibrant neighborhood
Integration of the RiNo Arts District throughout the area
Minimization of parking complication
Quality pedestrian spaces such as plazas and gathering spaces
Preservation of the existing historic character and fabric of the area
Increased affordable housing
38th & Blake Plan Amendments: Public Review Draft Map with June 9th Revision
<img src="https://assets.site-static.com/userfiles/369/image/blog/Rino_Rezoning_Proposal.jpg" width="600" height="260" alt="Proposed Rezoning for Rino" title="38th and Blake Building Heights" />
2016-07-18T13:04:00-07:002016-07-18T15:00:50-07:00Alex Neirtag:thedenverrealestatebroker.com,2012-09-20:1010RTD Light Rail Expansion<img src="https://assets.site-static.com/userfiles/369/image/blog/A-Line_To_DIA.png" width="300" height="225" alt="RTD A-Line to DIA" title="CU A-line in Denver" style="margin: 5px; float: right;" />The much anticipated East Corridor rail line (A-Line) has opened. Denver's Regional Transportation District (RTD) FasTracks initiative is changing the fabric of our great city. The energy in Downtown Denver is growing, thanks in large part to a transportation plan establishing Downtown Denver's Union Station as the hub.
If you examine the growth of larger metropolitan cities like Atlanta, San Diego and Washington DC you see a pattern of the impact well planned public transit has on a city. Daniel Chatman of the University of California at Berkeley and Robert Noland of Rutgers University produced a study, they think the <a href="http://www.citylab.com/work/2013/08/public-transit-worth-way-more-city-you-think/6532/" title="Transit economic impact">hidden economic value of transit</a> could be worth anywhere from $1.5 million to $1.8 billion a year, depending on the size of the city. That is significant and I feel that Denver is at the north end of that range. <br />
Denver still has 4 major lines and 1 minor (extension line) under construction and slated to open over the next 2 years. Those lines are the R-Line, B-Line, G-Line, N-LIne and Central Line Expansion. <br />
The R-Line or I-225 expansion line (opening 2016) is 10.5 miles and is the extension of the I-225 line from Parker road to the Peoria station. This expansion is a key line as it brings transit access to the Anschutz Medical Campus.
The B-Line or Northwest Rail line is a 41-mile transit line that stretches from Denver's Union Station to Longmont. This line will have stops in Westminster, Broomfield, Louisville and Boulder. The first 6.1 miles of the project that stretch from downtown to Westminster and will open in 2016. The remainder coming on-line when funding becomes available.
The G-Line or Gold Line is 11.2 miles and stretches from Denver's Union Station to Wheat Ridge. This line is scheduled to open in 2016.
The N-Line or North Metro Rail line is 18.5 miles and runs from Denver's Union Station through Commerce City to 124th Avenue in East Lake.
<a href="https://assets.site-static.com/userfiles/369/image/blog/Light_Rail_Map_RTD.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://assets.site-static.com/userfiles/369/image/blog/Light_Rail_Map_RTD.jpg" width="500" height="799" alt="FasTracks Light Rail Map" title="RTD Transit Map" /></a>
2016-07-06T11:31:00-07:002016-07-06T15:29:29-07:00Alex Neirtag:thedenverrealestatebroker.com,2012-09-20:1003Neighborhood Plans for Globeville and Elyria-Swansea<img src="https://assets.site-static.com/userfiles/369/image/blog/Proposed_I70_Redesign2.jpg" width="300" height="235" alt="Proposed Neighborhood Redesign" title="Proposed Neighborhood Redesign" style="float: right;" />The neighborhood plans for the Globeville and Elyria-Swansea are part of 6 major redevelopment and infrastructure projects taking place in North Denver. These 6 improvement initiatives are part of Mayor Hancock’s North Denver Cornerstone Collaborative (NDCC). These projects will have a significant impact on residential real estate values in north Denver.
North Denver projects include:
Neighborhood Plans for Globeville and Elyria-Swansea
<a href="http://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/blog/national-western-center-why-you-should-care/" title="National Western Center renovation in Denver">National Western Center</a>
<a href="http://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/blog/development-announced-for-rino/" title="RiNo Development">River North (RiNo) Development</a>
<a href="http://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/blog/east-i-70-improvement-eliminating-the-viaduct/" title="I-70 redevelopment">Interstate 70 Reconstruction</a>
<a href="http://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/blog/brighton-boulevard-improvement-update/" title="Brighton Blvd Improvement">Brighton Boulevard Redevelopment</a>
<a href="http://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/blog/rtd-light-rail-expansion/" title="RTD Light Rail Expansion" target="_blank">RTD Station Development</a>
The neighborhood plans consist of 6 projects that dictate the land use, design and infrastructure improvements for these neighborhoods in north Denver. The key elements of the plan include community strength, connectivity, health and commitment to the core culture of each neighborhood.
Washington Street Improvement<br />Washington Street has been identified as a transformative project. Similar to the Brighton Blvd improvement, Washington St. will be improved so that it becomes an attractive corridor, inviting reinvestment and development. The redevelopment will be guided by Colorado District Council of the Urban Land Institute (ULI Colorado). <a href="https://www.denvergov.org/content/dam/denvergov/Portals/728/documents/NDCC/Neighborhood%20Plans/Washington%20Street%20TAP%20Report%203.4.16.pdf" title="Technical Advisory Panel (TAP), analysis and strategic recommendations ">Their complete study. </a>
40th and Colorado Improvement<br />As part of the Denver Public Works transportation study, improvements are being considered for 40th Ave. between York and Colorado Blvd. <a href="https://www.denvergov.org/content/denvergov/en/denver-department-of-public-works/projects/current/40th-colorado-blvd-transportation.html" title="40th & Colorado Next Steps Study">The complete study.</a>
Odor Ordinance<br />A top priority identified by residents, the Department of Environmental Health (DEH) and the NDCC are proposing changes to Denver’s odor ordinance.
Mobility Study<br />Transportation within the area is challenging with highways, railways and waterways all converging in close proximity. Additionally, multiple residential and industrial properties intermixed within the area make design and implementation of transportation solutions critical. <a href="https://www.denvergov.org/content/denvergov/en/north-denver-cornerstone-collaborative/neighborhood-plans/mobility-master-plan.html" title="NDCC Mobility Master Plan">View the complete plan.</a>
Globeville Landing Outfall (GLO)<br />Flood protection improvements are being implemented in the Globeville Landing Park for new stormwater open channel connection to the South Platte River.
47th and York Connectivity Study<br />The intersection of 47th and York where 2 major railroads converge at grade has been flagged for improvement. This intersection is critical for Swansea Elementary School access. <a href="https://www.denvergov.org/content/denvergov/en/denver-department-of-public-works/projects/current/elyria-swansea-connectivity.html" title="Elyria Swansea at York East/West Connectivity Study" target="_blank">Full connectivity plan.</a>2016-06-28T13:47:00-07:002016-07-06T15:30:29-07:00Alex Neirtag:thedenverrealestatebroker.com,2012-09-20:919East I-70 Improvement | Eliminating the Viaduct<br />The Interstate 70 viaduct that stretches from Washington St. to Colorado Blvd. is failing and the Colorado Department of Transportation has been researching alternatives since 2006.
On March 2, 2016 the final public review period closed. CDOT has a finalized environmental impact study and preferred alternative to the existing viaduct. The finalized plan calls for I-70 to be completely overhauled from I-25 to I-225.
The purpose of this article is to focus on the viaduct section between Brighton Blvd and Colorado Blvd. This project will have a large impact on the neighborhoods along the construction corridor, thus presenting an interesting opportunity for investment.
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The finalized plan removes the viaduct from Brighton Blvd to Colorado Blvd and rebuilds I-70 below grade along this segment. This segment will add 3 lanes of traffic each direction with the addition of a 4th tolled express lane.
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The most exciting part of this project is the new covered section of the segment that will stretch from Clayton to Columbine Street. This section is being referred to as Partial Cover Park and includes an urban landscape with the potential to include a park, playground, plaza and community garden.
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This addition will have a significant impact on the Swansea neighborhood. It’s inevitable that this improvement will spark interest and investment in the area. The location is 1.4 miles from both the Colorado Blvd. and Blake St. light rail stations.
Phase I of the construction is set to begin in 2017 and run through 2022.
If you are interested in learning about investment opportunities in the area please contact Alex Neir – (720)935-4399.
<a href="http://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/property-search/results/?searchtype=3&searchid=60431" title="Homes for sale in Swansea" target="_blank">Homes for sale in Swansea</a>.
All information and images courtesy of the <a href="http://www.i-70east.com/index.html" title="Colorado Dept of Transportation" target="_blank">Colorado Department of Transportation</a>2016-03-09T13:47:00-07:002016-03-09T15:59:26-07:00Alex Neirtag:thedenverrealestatebroker.com,2012-09-20:907National Western Center | Why you should care<img src="https://assets.site-static.com/userfiles/369/image/blog/Western_Center.png" width="300" height="205" alt="National Wester Center Arena" title="Historic 1909 Arena" style="float: left; margin: 10px;" />Simply put you should care about this project because the National Western Center Plan creates a year-round destination that promotes out-of-state tourism. The new National Western Center will bring in $200 million a year in estimated economic impact. The National Western Center firmly plants Denver as a global player in 21st-century agricultural solutions. The National Western Center preserves Denver’s cultural heritage while telling the story of what the American West is today.
The National Western Center is 1 of 6 major redevelopment and infrastructure projects taking place in North Denver. These 6 improvement initiatives are part of Mayor Hancock’s North Denver Cornerstone Collaborative. These projects will have a significant impact on residential real estate values in north Denver.
North Denver projects include:
<a href="http://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/blog/neighborhood-plans-for-globeville-and-elyria-swansea/" title="Neighborhood Plan" target="_blank">Neighborhood Plans for Globeville and Elyria-Swansea</a>
National Western Center
<a href="http://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/blog/development-announced-for-rino/" title="RiNo Development" target="_blank">River North (RiNo) Development</a>
<a href="http://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/blog/east-i-70-improvement-eliminating-the-viaduct/" title="I-70 redevelopment" target="_blank">Interstate 70 Reconstruction</a>
<a href="http://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/blog/brighton-boulevard-improvement-update/" title="Brighton Blvd Improvement" target="_blank">Brighton Boulevard Redevelopment</a>
<a href="http://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/blog/rtd-light-rail-expansion/" title="RTD Light Rail Expansion" target="_blank">RTD Station Development</a>
The National Western Center Plan will completely renovate the currently outdated facilities and appreciably expand the scope.
<img src="https://assets.site-static.com/userfiles/369/image/blog/Western_Center_Site.png" width="500" height="468" alt="National Wester Center Site" title="Key Site Elements" />
Image courtesy of denvergov.org
Highlights for the site include:
Facilities that can host best in class livestock and horse shows
Massive new CSU equines and sports medicine facility
New expo hall for large trade shows and entertainment events
Year-round farmers market, shops, restaurants and office space in the repurposed historic 1909 arena
Partner building with classrooms, conference space, business incubation centers, flexible exhibit space and the CSU Urban Extension Center
Improved access to the South Platte River, new parks, and public gathering spaces
Collaborative water resources center
Thoughtful and sustainable design will ensure social, economic and environmental benefits
The National Western Center project reconnects Globeville and Swansea via new streets and bridges. The site also connects to River North (RiNo) via the Brighton Blvd redevelopment. Add in the I-70 redevelopment and East Corridor Light Rail access and you have a recipe for a prosperous sector of the Denver community.
“Denver is taking bold steps to re-create a connected and sustainable community that will drive job creation and growth on a globally competitive scale.” - Mayor Michael B. Hancock
All information gathered from: <a href="https://www.denvergov.org/content/dam/denvergov/Portals/728/documents/NDCC/NWC_MPdoc_FINAL_web%203.3.15.pdf" title="National Western Center Master Plan">Master Plan for the National Western Center</a>2016-02-29T17:17:00-07:002016-07-06T15:33:00-07:00Alex Neirtag:thedenverrealestatebroker.com,2012-09-20:888Brighton Boulevard Improvement UpdateBrighton Boulevard Improvement Update
The Brighton Blvd improvement is part of Mayor Hancock’s, North Denver Cornerstone Collaborative (NDCC). This initiative is part of the Corridor of Opportunity that the mayor has identified that stretches from Union Station to DIA.
Brighton Blvd improvement project has been implemented to transform Brighton Blvd from an industrial thoroughfare into an inviting gateway to and from Downtown Denver.
The project is in phase 2 of the planning process. The project is intended to accommodate multi-modal transportation, which includes; pedestrians, bikes, vehicles and trucks. The emphasis of the planning phase has been on the following key categories:
Safety – How do bikes and pedestrians interface with vehicles and trucks?
Differentiate between Bicyclist and Pedestrians – Dedicated and protected bike lanes are desired.
Sustainable streetscape – Street trees are highly desirable to reduce the heat impact of an urban environment and improve aesthetics.
Arts district identify – Brighton Blvd serves as the spine of the River North (Rino) Neighborhood and as such should be reflective of the character of the neighborhood.
Phased implementation – Improvement shall be completed in a block-by-block, property-by-property or character-area-by-character area fashion.
The project vision has been identified as:
Include all modes of transportation while accommodating amenity zones, landscape elements and art.
Phase 1 implementation within the existing right-of-way.
Include an ultimate vision that allows for redevelopment to implement the final vision.
Brighton Blvd Improvement Flyover
Flyover courtesy of www.denvergov.org/NDCC
4 character zones have been identified, each with a different design plan.
<img src="https://assets.site-static.com/userfiles/369/image/blog/Character_Zones.png" width="700" height="325" alt="Brighton Blvd Character Zones" title="Improvement Zones" />
Main Street Zone – Streetscape design priority on placemaking, side-walk activity, and pedestrian connectivity
Diversity of mixed-use and industrial users
Celebrate the character of River North (Rino)
Stimulate activity
Ensure pedestrian safety and comfort
Muilt-modal transportation
On-street parking
Slower speeds
Education, Industry & Development Zone - Streetscape balances placemaking and multi-modal transportation needs. The character of the streetscape will create a 'front-door' for future education and industrial development.
Encourage multi-modal transportation
Enable a diversity of mixed-use
Celebrate the character of River North (Rino)
Ensure pedestrians safety
Limited traffic signals
National Western Center Zone - Streetscape priority on placemaking as this zone will be the 'front-door' to the National Western Center and an entertainment destination.
Stimulate activity on the street
Accommodate large events
Ensure pedestrian safety
Encourage multi-modal transportation
Implement safe connections to National Western light rail station
Provide on-street parking and drop-off zones
Wider sidewalks
Slower speeds
Northern Zone – Streetscape design creates a consistent welcoming frontage for existing uses.
Encourage multi-modal transportation
Encourage pedestrian safety
On street parking
Limited traffic signals
All information courtesy of www.denvergov.org
Homes for sale in the River North Neighborhood of Denver2016-01-28T14:40:00-07:002016-04-22T18:52:44-07:00Alex Neirtag:thedenverrealestatebroker.com,2012-09-20:689More big development announced for Rino (River North) in DenverThe Rino or River North neighborhood of Denver is primed to undergo a significant metamorphosis over the next two to three years. Three substantial public improvement projects combined with another massive mixed use development from the folks at Industry Denver will improve the landscape of the neighborhood significantly.
The North Denver Cornerstone Collaborative, an initiative through the Mayor’s office, has six redevelopment projects identified in a nearly 23-mile stretch connecting Union Station to Denver International Airport named the Corridor of Opportunity. Within the Corridor of Opportunity there are 3 redevelopment projects that will impact Rino directly; The RTD Station development at 38th and Blake, The Rino pedestrian bridge at 36th Street and the Brighton Blvd Corridor Redevelopment. Additionally, the inventors and pioneers of the “collaborative working ecosystem”, Jason Winkler, Ellen Winkler together with partner Sean Campbell, have announced Stride Denver at 38th and Walnut.
“Denver is taking bold steps to re-create a connected and sustainable community that will drive job creation and growth on a globally competitive scale.” - Mayor Michael B. Hancock
<img src="https://assets.site-static.com/userfiles/369/image/blog/38th__Blake_Station_Design_Platform.jpg" width="350" height="197" alt="38th and Blake Street Station" title="New RTD Station at 38th & Blake" style="float: right;" />The FasTracks initiative through RTD is bringing light rail via the East Rail Line to the Rino neighborhood in 2016. The 38th and Blake station will offer commuter access to Union Station and Denver International Airport with eventual connection to the Central Corridor Line and a direct link to the convention center.
A new pedestrian and bike bridge is planned to stretch between Blake and Wazee Street at 26th. and will provide access to Brighton Blvd from Blake Street.
<img src="https://assets.site-static.com/userfiles/369/image/blog/Brighton_Improvement.png" width="623" height="236" alt="Brighton Blvd Improvement" title="New improvements on Brighton Blvd" style="vertical-align: middle; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" />
The Brighton Blvd Corridor Redevelopment will bring infrastructure improvements to Brighton Boulevard transforming the street from a neglected back door into a prominent gateway to the city. Critical improvements include but are not limited to the following:
Widened pedestrian sidewalks
Bike lane
Streetscape including foliage and lighting
On street parking
Please also see: <a href="http://www.thedenverrealestatebroker.com/blog/brighton-boulevard-improvement-update/" title="Brighton Blvd Improvement Update">Brighton Blvd Improvement Update</a>
<img src="https://assets.site-static.com/userfiles/369/image/blog/Denver_stride.jpg" width="400" height="267" alt="Stride Denver" title="The new Stride Denver Building" style="margin: 5px auto; vertical-align: middle; display: block;" />
Stride Denver has been announced by Industry creators, Jason and Ellen Winkler along with Sean Campbell and includes a 10+ acre development spanning multiple phases that includes office, residential, hospitality, restaurant and retail use. Stride Denver is a continuation of Industry Denver’s “collaborative office ecosystem” concept; Like-minded firms, primarily from the tech and creative industries, cohabitate, sharing office resources in a collaborative environment fostering creativity and growth. The concept has been wildly successful originating at Battery 621 in 2009 through the minds of Mike Arzt, Frank Phillips, Jason Winkler and Ellen Winkler. The concept has gained further traction with the INDUSTRY Denver location.
In addition to Stride Denver, the Urban Land Conservatory (ULC) has announced their transit oriented <img src="https://assets.site-static.com/userfiles/369/image/blog/Rino_Update_Development.png" width="300" height="599" alt="New Development in Rino" title="Rino new development" style="float: right; margin: 5px;" />development (TOD) at 38th and Blake next to the Blake Street station. They have partnered with Medici Communities / Denver Housing Authority to complete a mixed use project consisting of affordable and market rate housing along with office and retail space. The partnership also produced the Evan Station Lofts which opened in 2013.
As with many other neighborhoods in Denver, the Rino neighborhood is changing dramatically and property values are likely to continue to climb. If you would like help determining if this neighborhood is a good fit for your real estate plans, please don’t hesitate to contact The Neir Team. (720)935-4399, info@neirteam.com2015-05-01T14:20:00-07:002016-02-29T14:24:33-07:00Alex Neir