Neighbors press Littleton council for residential permit parking after Littleton Brewery opens
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Summary
Multiple residents from Forest Hill and adjacent streets urged the council to adopt permit parking and other enforcement to address widespread, overnight parking tied to a new brewery; councilors acknowledged the issue and discussed short‑term enforcement and longer‑term steps.
Residents living near Littleton Brewery told the City Council on May 20 that the brewery’s patrons and employees have crowded streets around Forest Hill and Littleton Boulevard, leaving many homeowners without on‑street parking.
Why it matters: residents said the spillover parking affects daily life and safety — blocking driveways, along alleys, and preventing deliveries — and urged the city to create permit parking to reserve spots for residents. Council members said they were aware of the problems and described incremental enforcement steps now in place.
What residents said: multiple speakers who live on or near South Forest Hill Street described recurring nights with no available parking. Dwayne and Pam Duffy said there was "not one parking spot available" and asked whether permit parking could guarantee at least one space in front of each residence. D. Bone (Deboam) described planning medical appointments and family events around the lack of spaces and said some employees park for entire shifts in front of residents’ homes.
Council response: councilmembers said the police department had boosted enforcement and that short‑term steps — painting parking lines to clarify legal spaces and reviewing fine amounts — were under discussion. Councilmember Reichhardt said staff and police were exploring additional measures, including possibly increasing fines or towing when vehicles create safety hazards, and that permit parking could be considered if earlier steps proved insufficient.
Background and staff notes: the council and city manager acknowledged parking enforcement is underway and that a proactive approach is needed before considering permit zones. Councilmember Reichhardt also suggested council consider permit parking along with the upcoming Littleton Boulevard planning efforts to balance public and private space.
Next steps: staff said they will continue enforcement efforts, evaluate whether existing fines and towing policies are adequate, and explore permit parking if current measures do not solve the problem. No formal action was taken at the meeting; residents were advised about existing enforcement channels and the possibility of future council consideration of permit parking.