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Another strategy has been to promote and facilitate the construction of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in areas zoned for single-family homes.
and Sen. Tony Exum (D-El Paso County).
The title of the bill is “Concerning increasing the number of accessory dwelling units.” A link to the full text of the bill is at RealEstateToday.substack.com
The ADU movement has met some resistance in certain circles, and would be impractical in many subdivisions with small lot sizes and no alleys. Because most local jurisdictions have required ADUs to have separate access and one designated parking space, it hasn’t been a viable option for most single-family homes in newer subdivisions — if the HOA would allow it.
Now there’s a bill (HB24-1152) that just passed the House Committee on Transportation, Housing and Local Government, which would require HOAs (and developers of new subdivisions) to allow ADUs without undue restrictions. The bi-partisan vote was 9-2, and the bill is now going to the House Appropriations Committee for approval before going to the floor of the House and then the Senate.
The prime sponsors in the House are Rep. Ron Weinberg (R-Larimer County) and Judy Amabile (D-Boulder, et al.). The prime sponsors in the Senate are Sen. Kyle Mullica (D-Adams County),
The bill specifically applies to Colorado’s metro areas, specifically to areas with a minimum 1,000 population served by a “Metropolitan Planning Organization.” There are only five MPOs in Colorado. The one serving the Denver metro counties (plus Clear Clerk and Gilpin) is the Denver Regional Council of Governments, or DRCOG.
Section 1 of the bill, as introduced, requires subject jurisdictions to allow one ADU, where practical, for any home zoned single-family detached, and it prohibits a jurisdiction from enacting or enforcing laws that restrict the construction or conversion of ADUs.
My home city of Golden allows ADUs, and I have seen them permitted above detached garages (a great application of the concept), and in walk-out basements. The required parking space could be a separate driveway or one
March 7th is being promoted by the Social Security Administration as a day to recognize and fight scams which can deplete the resources of senior citizens. At http://RealEstateToday.substack.com I have posted a link to their “Scam Alert” fact sheet and another link for reporting a scam to Social Security.
space in a multi-car garage. It would be hard to create an ADU in a single family home on a small lot without a walk-out basement or room for a separate structure.
Every jurisdiction subject to the law, if passed, would be required to report to the Division of Local Government that it has met the law’s requirements and developed one or more strategies to “encourage and facilitate” the construction of ADUs.
The bill also establishes a grant program within the Division to help local jurisdictions create their plans and strategies, reduce permitting fees, and provide technical assistance to builders and owners.
It also empowers the Colorado Economic Development Commission to expend $8 million on a contract with the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) to provide affordable loans, interest rate buy-downs, and down payment assistance plus direct loans related to the construction and conversion of ADUs.
Accessory dwelling units facilitated by the proposed law won’t make a huge dent in the housing crisis, but they have
other benefits. For starters, it will help homeowners create a revenue stream that could help them keep their home.
One of the rules for allowing ADUs in Golden and elsewhere is that the owner of the property must live on the premises — either in the main house or in the ADU. In other words, an owner or investor couldn’t add an ADU and have two rentals units. HB24-1152 disallows that requirement.
My thanks to reader John Phillips, who alerted me to this bill and attended the committee hearing at which it was debated and approved. John’s business builds ADUs under the name Verdant Living. You can reach him at 303-7171962. He is happy to answer any questions you might have about ADUs.
His website is www.VerdantLiving.us.
Last week I had a link to an article promoting the use of propane as a backup, even for an all-electric home. Reader Phil Cox pointed out to me that it wouldn’t work in Denver (and possible other cities) because its building code prohibits the installation of a propane tank anywhere that is within 300 feet of a natural gas (methane) supply line. Thanks, Phil!
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This 4-bedroom home at 14997 W. 32nd Place backs to the largest of the Coors ponds, which is a birder's dream hosting many rare specious of migratory fowl! There are numerous hiking and biking trails less than a mile away on South Table Mountain, and Rolling Hills Country Club and Applewood Golf Course are each a few blocks aways. Vibrant downtown Golden is 3 miles to the west, and I70 is 2 miles to the east. The front door opens to a 1900-sq.-ft. main level overlooking the Coors pond. The primary suite has high ceilings and also overlooks the pond. A guest bedroom is at the front of the home with an ensuite bathroom. The lower-level walkout basement features 2 more bedrooms, a kitchenette, and a large rec room with built-in bar. The lower level could function as a space to house a caregiver. Enjoy the large main-level deck with it great views of the pond and mountains. It has plenty of room for a table, chairs and grill. The attached garage holds two cars with room to park more in the driveway. The owner says the HOA is well run, and the $360 monthly dues pay for front/back yard maintenance, irrigation maintenance and fences, snow removal up to the porch and garage, trash and recycling collection, street maintenance and common area maintenance. It has been four years since a home was listed for sale in this neighborhood, which tell you how much people like living here. View a narrated video walk-through plus drone video at ApplewoodHome.online, then call Chuck Brown at 303-885-7855 to request a showing. Or come to the open house Saturday, 11 to 1.
This is a rare opportunity to own a spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom, garden-level condo at 7700 Depew Street #1501 in the well-maintained Wood Creek community that includes a pool and ample parking for you and your guests. Step inside to an open living room with a wood-burning fireplace and built-in shelves, dining area with patio doors and an all-white kitchen with tile floors. There is a bar-height counter between the living room and kitchen, providing an additional seating option. The living and dining rooms are carpeted and freshly painted in a soft neutral color. The two bedrooms are at opposite ends of the condo, separated by the living area. Both bedrooms have extensive closet space. The primary bedroom has two bi-fold doors accessing one closet plus a linen closet. Your private covered patio off of the dining room has a secure storage closet with plenty of room for bikes and additional items on the built in shelves. There is also a full-size laundry room in the unit with three overhead cabinets and a hanging rod. The washer and dryer are included. Wood Creek is located within minutes of the Denver-Boulder Turnpike. Little Dry Creek trail is right outside your door. Walk to parks, shops, restaurants and transit. View a narrated video tour plus magazine-quality still photos at www.ArvadaCondo.online, then call listing agent Kathy Jonke at 303-990-7428 to request a showing. If you prefer, you can come to the open house she will be holding this Saturday, Mar. 9th, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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May 19, 1942 - February 25, 2024
Sidney Charles Wilke 1942 - 2024
and Betty Doughty, Greeley, CO
His brother, Martin (Carol) Wilke, Boise, ID
His sister, Gloria Wilke Miller (Rick Loock), Lincoln, NE
His brother-in-law, Van Doughty, Greeley, CO
His sister-in-law, Pauline Kerksiek, Wiggins, CO
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Sidney “Sid” Charles Wilke, 81, of Fort Lupton, CO, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at his home after a prolonged battle with Parkinson’s. Sid was born on May 19, 1942 in Columbus, Nebraska to Arthur and Georgia (Frese) Wilke. He grew up on the family farm outside of Columbus with large, loving family, that included 11 siblings. He attended Christ Lutheran School in rural Platte County through the eighth grade. After attending high school for two years in Leigh, he attended and graduated from Columbus High School. Sid served in the Army Reserves after graduating high school and attended Colorado State Teacher’s College (now the University of Northern Colorado) in Greeley, where he attained a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
During college, Sid worked at what was then Ranch Wholesale Supply in Greeley, which later became Big R of Greeley. His employer, Duane Francis, became his mentor and life-long friend. Sid later became the majority owner, President and General Manager of Big R Manufacturing and Distributing in Greeley. Under his leadership, the company grew into a leading regional manufacturer of corrugated steel pipe and a fabricator of steel bridges with over a hundred employees. He was eventually joined in the business by his brother David Wilke and his friend Tom Selders. Sid also served as a Director and President of the National Corrugated Steel Pipe Association.
In 1967, Sid met the love of his life, Martha “Martie” Nell Hasting (Doughty), in Greeley. Martha had four children from her previous marriage, Carl Hasting, Linda Hasting, Mark Hasting and Donald Hasting. Sid and Martie were married on September 28, 1968. ey adopted Kreston Wilke in 1972. ey also raised two of their grandchildren, Dillon Hasting and Sydney Hasting, as their own.
After selling his ownership in Big ‘R’ Manufacturing in 2001, Sid and Martie built Fort Lupton Hardware, an Ace Hardware franchise. ey moved from Eaton to Fort Lupton after the store opened in 2004. eir daughter, Linda Hasting, later acquired a minority ownership interest in the business.
Sid obtained his pilot’s license and developed a passion for ying. He also loved gardening, hunting, shing, and anything to do with the great outdoors, and was a voracious reader. His greatest passion was spending quality time with his large family.
Sid was preceded in death by: His step-son, Donald Lee Hasting, Greeley, CO
His parents, Arthur and Georgia Wilke, Columbus, NE
His father-in-law and mother-in-law, CR
His sister-in-law, Leona Dupont, Alpharetta, GA
His sister-in-law, Patricia Headley, Greeley, CO
In addition to 14 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews, Sid is survived by:
His wife, Martha Nell Wilke, Fort Lupton, CO
His step-son, Carl Dean Hasting (Julie), Agoura Hills, CA
His step-daughter, Linda Kay Hasting, Fort Lupton, CO
His step-son Mark Eugene Hasting, Greeley, CO
His adopted son, Kreston Sid Wilke, Greeley, CO
His grandson, Dillon omas Hasting, Fort Lupton, CO
His granddaughter, Sydney Dawn Wilke, Sterling, CO
His brother-in-law, Kenneth (Susan) Doughty, Denver, CO
His sister, Audrey (Ernest) Sayers, Clarkson, NE
His brother, Philip (Leslie) Wilke, Moreno Valley, CA
His brother, David (Jean) Wilke, Granby, CO
His brother, Quentin (Marcille) Wilke, Garden City, KS
His brother, Clark (Kathy) Wilke, Osmond, NE
His brother, Colin (Janet) Wilke, Kearney, NE
His brother, John (Robyn) Wilke, Rotorura, New Zealand
His brother, Andrew (Donna) Wilke, Lincoln, NE
His brother, Luke (Deborah) Wilke of Rochester, MN
A memorial service honoring Sid’s life will be held on March 9, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church in Greeley.
In lieu of owers, the family requests donations be made to e Denver Hospice, either online at thedenverhospice.org or mailed to 8289 E. Lowry Blvd., Denver, CO 80230.
June 14, 1930 - December 31, 2023
On the morning of New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2023, Lois Burrell died peacefully at the age of 93. Lois lived in her beloved chosen town of Brighton, Colorado for 49 years and remained independent at her home until the last.
to Taiwan to tell to thousands of young people in schools. She was also a member of the Traveling Rainbow Tellers, a multicultural group of four women who enlightened and entertained throughout several states, and had a whole lot of fun doing it.
And an independent woman she was! Born in 1930 in Hampton, Virginia, she graduated from high school and went o to college at 16 years old, despite, as a Black girl, having to spend hours in the library to compensate for the out-dated and scarce books at her school. When, at age 22, Lois graduated with her master’s degree from the Indiana School of Social work, she was the only Black female in her class. She spent her career as a medical social worker, helping others obtain what they needed as they navigated the health care system.
Lois, and her husband Ernest Burrell, fell in love with Colorado on a vacation, and moved to Denver in 1962 with their little 4-year-old daughter and only child, Pameela. Lois worked at Denver General hospital for the rest of her career. Lois and Ernest ful lled their dream of a rural home when they moved to Brighton in 1972 and it was there that Lois found her home and her true calling.
In the mid-1990’s, Lois, retired and widowed, with Pameela grown, discovered storytelling and fell in love with it. In 1995, she became a lifelong member of Rocky Mountain Storytelling and a professional storyteller. Lois thrived! She told folktales, biographies, myths, pioneer tales of Colorado, and, dearest to her heart, African and African-American folktales and slave stories. She told throughout the Rocky Mountain region and traveled twice
At 91, after six years retired from professional telling, she was asked to tell at the Anything Library in Brighton. She arrived with no prepared set, just a two-page list of story titles she could choose from to suit her audience. And suit her audience she did! ey laughed, cried, learned, and marveled. Because it was, and Lois was, indeed a marvel!
Lois taught aerobics at the Brighton Senior Center from her retirement until she was 85. She was truly engaged in her community, and was a good friend to her rural neighbors, old and new, throughout her 49 years in Brighton. Lois received many awards as a testament to her community engagement, including Brighton’s Outstanding Senior Award, the AARP National Community Senior Award, the Norwest Bank Red Sweater Award, and the Denver Urban Spectrum Community Person of the Month Award.
roughout her life, Lois had a deep and abiding faith in God, which gave her a comforting peace and saw her through many hardships. Lois was from a small family and the only child of an amazing mother who was a tireless activist and brilliant teacher. She herself was the mother of an only child, her beautiful and talented daughter Pameela. Both preceded Lois in death. Lois requested no services. Please say a prayer, or a wish, or a good-bye for Lois. Or better yet, tell your own story. She would love that!
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The property is best as an investment property with the main unit renting out as a Short Term Rental for around $5000/month. The ADU will rent out $4000/month for a total of $9K/month. There are so many individuals and families that want to come to Colorado for an adventure and see Red Rocks Parks, Garden of the Gods, The Air Force Academy and of course check out our great skiing and beer. We will list the property on Air BNB and or VRBO for no charge and run the rental for 90 days at no charge and hand over to you turnkey.
The property has an amazing open space kitchen with a large master bed room, large walk in closet and wow en-suite.
bathroom. The property is superb for entertaining with a large deck and breakfast nook.
The 2nd buyer is a young couple that would live in one unit and rent out the other to cover their payment. We are offering a 2-1 buydown for a full price offer. The interest rate will be around 5% in year one and 6% in year 2.
The 3rd buyer is a family care situation where one will support the other but do not want to be too close.
The last buyer would be a mid to older age couple who would like to have additional space for guest and for them to have private space. The home is all on one level.
Any buyer who does not take the 2-1 buydown and does give a full price offer will get a custom package for $20,000.00. The upgrades could include and of these: Private garden, custom front porch, hottub, man cave in the garage or custom tile and paint throughout the home, RV parking or off street parking for the ADU.
Please call Alan Davis at 303-378-7537 or alandavis@levelengineering.com