First Hempcrete House Built in Jefferson County | Denver News

A groundbreaking hempcrete home just broke ground in Jefferson County—no bricks, no petrochemicals, just nature’s own blueprint. The Straus family, hands-on builders and eco-advocates, are leading the charge with a material that’s fireproof, mold-resistant, and built to last centuries. Made from hemp hurd, lime, and water, this isn’t just a house—it’s a revolution in sustainable construction. While materials are cheap (hemp from Kansas, lime from South Dakota), labor costs are the real hurdle—but builders Milburn and Kayla are racing to streamline the process. This project is more than a milestone; it’s a call to rethink how we build—and live—for the planet’s future. 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/39296d231931380c