Lakewood City Council approves upzoning for DMV building partnership

The Capital Development Committee of the Colorado Legislature convened on March 20, 2025, to discuss significant developments regarding public-private partnerships and zoning changes for state facilities.

The meeting began with a review of ongoing projects, particularly focusing on a collaboration with History Colorado and the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Committee members highlighted the challenges faced in initiating a public-private partnership due to the building's original zoning classification as mixed office suburban. This designation posed difficulties in attracting developers to participate in the project.

However, progress was made as the city of Lakewood agreed to rezone the building to mixed urban general. This change is expected to increase the building's density and enhance its appeal for potential developers. The committee expressed optimism that this new zoning classification would facilitate the partnership and lead to a more successful project outcome.

The discussions underscored the importance of collaboration between state agencies and local governments in advancing capital development initiatives. The committee plans to continue monitoring the project's progress and will reconvene to assess further developments in future meetings.