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Fact Sheet: Proposed new zoning code will: * Convert existing single-family zoning to multi-family and retail *Eliminate occupancy limits CITYWIDE so every home can be used as multi-family * Change height restrictions * Reduce mininmum lot size * Eliminate parking minimums * Sacrifice home rule

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Lakewood Passed the First Sections of the Zoning Code

Lakewood Passed the First Sections of the Zoning Code

September 7, 2025/

New Zoning For Racism, Equity and Climate Change At the time of breaking up the zoning code, Councilor Mayott-Guerrero argued that she had people lined up to speak at the August 25th meeting and, therefore, no delay was possible. On August 25th, residents got to see what she meant as speaker after speaker from her influence bubble came to speak. Almost all the speakers were young, connected to the nonprofit world, many from Ward 2, and believed these zoning changes were critical to climate change. Mayott-Guerrero was pleased with the results, saying it was overwhelming to have so many people in favor. A running theme throughout these public comments was that supporters believed the new zoning was necessary for racism, equity, and climate change. Lakewood HOAs are Racist The new zoning code overrides HOAs and mandates high-density developments, no matter what the HOA or individual homeowners want. Lakewood has the option of exempting HOAs, but they have not taken it. Zoning change supporters made a flurry of requests to deny an HOA exemption because they stated that HOAs were started to keep Black people out of neighborhoods. Speakers seemed to believe that if left unregulated, HOAs across Lakewood would exhibit racist behavior. Apparently, racist behavior includes saving single-family neighborhoods from high-density mandates. Equity The equity argument is a bit of a bait and switch. To back up, affordable housing advocates have been pushing density for years, starting with transit areas. The reasoning is that areas near a bus or train...

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Lakewood Passed the First Sections of the Zoning Code

Lakewood Passed the First Sections of the Zoning Code

September 4, 2025/

Lakewood Passed the First Sections of the Zoning Code   The first portions of the new zoning code have already been passed as of August 25, 2025. Before then, public opposition caused City Council to delay the vote for two weeks, because the final version wasn’t ready on time and the public wanted adequate review time. But opposition was ongoing. Finally, City Council voted to break the approval into four parts, amidst public talk of third readings. These actions comforted residents with the thought they would have more time to change Council minds. Those residents were wrong. The first sections, 6-14, were passed without delay. No Council Member suggested a third reading was necessary and no one suggested tabling discussion for a fresh meeting despite the late hour of the proceedings (final vote was around midnight). Every member of council approved an amendment making it clear that single-family zoning was eliminated in the definition to “residential”. These changes started the densification process already. These votes showed that the delays and speeches were political ploys meant to appease residents, rather than make substantial change. As stated above, when the proposed code was broken into separate hearings, it was understood that the whole code must pass together or the entire legislation would fail. It was written as a whole, by a contractor, with instructions to increase density. It would be difficult to enforce the newly approved sections without passing the rest of them. Passing one set practically guarantees the rest will be...

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New Resident Group Opposes Action Center at Emory

New Resident Group Opposes Action Center at Emory

September 3, 2025/

New Resident Group Opposes Action Center at Emory LakewoodCoConcerned is a new resident group that looks like it opposes the Action Center moving into Emory Elementary. No contact information is available so that’s all we know for now. Meanwhile, The Action Center is planning on moving in. They are having another meeting at Emory on September 17, 2025. Again, the latest information we have is that both Lakewood and Jeffco will be losing millions of dollars giving this closed school away while blocking out any better offer. The following email is from the Action Center (thank you Lakewood Informer readers for sending this) Scroll to the bottom to see how this circle of funding works – they hold lobbying events for elected officials and the elected officials provide government funding. This event is sold out

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Littleton citizen-led charter amendment likely heading to November ballot

Littleton citizen-led charter amendment likely heading to November ballot

September 3, 2025/

Littleton citizen-led charter amendment likely heading to November ballot Nextdoor to Lakewood, the same battle over zoning continues. In Littleton, the residents mounted a coordinated effort to stop the city from changing zoning. Now they propose to change the charter with a ballot vote on the subject. Meanwhile in Lakewood, City Council will not even postpone the zoning code changes until after the regular election. By: Danielle Kreutter from denver7.com LITTLETON, Colo. — There’s a big decision for voters in Littleton coming this November after a community-led citizen group was able to gather enough signatures to put a proposed charter amendment on the ballot. Like many residents, Mark Harris was enamored with Littleton’s small town charm when he moved there eight years ago. “We wanted a hometown feel. We wanted nice, quiet neighborhoods,” he said. That’s why a recent city council ordinance caught his eye. “We spent a good part of 2024…—we had five public meetings, we had public outreach, talking about what it would look like to allow duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes, into single-family residential areas,” said Littleton Mayor Kyle Schlachter. It was part of the city’s effort to take a look at inclusionary housing options for the growing city. “We had about 300 residents show up in our council chambers at that meeting saying that they hadn’t heard about this. They didn’t like the changes. So, council listened to them, and we said, ‘Okay, fine. Well, we will stop this and pause this,’ Schlachter said, “We didn’t want to make...

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Unapologetically Chicano

Unapologetically Chicano

September 2, 2025/

Unapologetically Chicano From the Chicano Humanities & Arts Council Art Show Runs September 5th – October 24th, 2025Opening Reception: First Friday, September 5th | 5 PM – 9 PMSecond First Friday Celebration: October 3rd | 5 PM – 9 PM Lakewood, CO – CHAC Gallery @ 40 West proudly presents Unapologetically Chicano, a six-week immersive art experience celebrating the richness, resilience, and unapologetic pride of Chicano culture. The show opens on First Friday, September 5, 2025, with a vibrant receptionfrom 5 PM to 9 PM, kicking off a powerful run that includes two First Friday events and a full spectrum of Chicano creativity. Curated by Rob & Tammy Yancey, this will be their final exhibition of the year, an artistic tribute to Chicano identity that spans generations and styles, from tradition to modern-day expression. Unapologetically Chicano centers the voices and experiences of a culture that continues to thrive on its own terms. From traditional and contemporary Chicano art to music, food, and community connection, this exhibit is a celebration of heritage, resistance, and joy. The opening reception will feature:● A curated gallery of local and regional Chicano artists● Live music and DJs● Authentic food vendors● A special appearance by Los Compas Car Club, rolling through with classic cars● The Good Ol’ Time Mobile Bar, serving up handcrafted spirits for your enjoyment Don’t miss the second First Friday event on October 3rd, offering another chance to connect with the artists. Whether you’re Chicano or Chicana, or an ally eager to learn,...

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Kinney: Interview with Mayor Strom

Kinney: Interview with Mayor Strom

August 29, 2025/

Kinney: Interview with Mayor Strom Lakewood Informer contributor Jim Kinney interviewed Mayor Strom on the new zoning changes. The changes are sweeping and, as Kinney points out, they are “bold” and “imaginative”. Just eliminating single-family housing will impact 75%-95% of Lakewood property, and that’s just one provision. Kinney examines the consequences of these changes. Thanks, Jim, for your participation in local news and thank you, Mayor Strom, for your willingness to go on the record with Jim. Bold and Imaginative – Eliminating Single-Family Per State Law Starting the conversation with “why make these changes now?”, Strom answers that the time is right. “We just finished with our Comprehensive Plan process, that was the vision…. The zoning code is the tool.” Kinney says Lakewood’s zoning resolution uses words like “bold” and “imaginative” when he was thinking “slow” and “careful.” Lakewood is currently the only city in the state eliminating single-family throughout the entire city. Strom says Lakewood got an early start because of the comprehensive plan (passed unanimously July 28) and the resolution to change zoning (approved 10-1 by resolution using “bold” and “imaginative” in December, 2024). Strom says, “The elimination of single-family housing is tricky because it wasn’t necessarily actively eliminated, so much as the state eliminated the cap and by virtue of that, the other zone categories were not as accurate.” She continues, “It wasn’t an intentional removal of anything, it was purely ‘How do we address state law.’” Single-Family Housing in Name Only When Kinney asks if eliminating...

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