Denver Police Station Plan Blocked | Denver News

Denver’s new police station plans hit a major roadblock after the zoning board denied eight of ten requested exceptions, forcing a redesign. The proposed three-story building, funded by the 2017 Elevate Denver bond, aims to replace a decades-old, overcrowded station operating at 250% capacity — but neighbors along Colfax Avenue are pushing back. Concerned about the design’s mismatch with the neighborhood’s walkable, mixed-use character, residents and business owners argue it could lead to more vacant lots and don’t see room for housing. Police say the design prioritizes officer safety after past incidents of vandalism and gunfire, while the zoning board agreed on some exceptions but insisted on more windows and fewer blank walls to preserve the area’s vibe. Now, the blueprints are back to the drawing board as officials weigh next steps. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e2aeb295af0baf56