A bill for an ordinance designating the East Seventh Avenue Historic District-Steele Street Extension as a district for preservation. Approves the designation of the East Seventh Avenue Historic District-Steele Street Extension as a district for preservation, which includes 19 primary structures on the east side of the 600 and 700 blocks of North Steele Street in Council District 10. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 11-30-21. …Continue reading →
To encourage and promote the preservation of Congress Park’s architectural integrity, neighborhood character and history through thoughtful stewardship. Foster community through preservation of diverse neighborhood histories, cultural landscapes, and vernacular architecture. Leverage our shared history to inform future planning decisions, while supporting vibrancy, affordability, and sustainable uses of existing structures and preserving mature trees and green space. To provide all the data and pertinent information from Historic Denver and city …Continue reading →
Historic designation is one method of ensuring that changes to a neighborhood occur thoughtfully, preserving the fabric of a neighborhood that people love — homes with history, vital dwellings that preserve the past — while acknowledging modern lifestyles. Navigating the ins and outs of the designation process and what it means for your property, however, can be a difficult task. We’ve created a Historic Designation FAQ guide, which answers many of the questions we commonly receive from property owners.
Historic homes are part of the charm of Congress Park. But older homes can face some unique hurdles to achieving comfort and energy efficiency. If you missed our energy Home Energy Workshop or just want to review it, see the slide show at your leisure here.
