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Housing

Denver proposal would restrict algorithmic rent-setting and tie compliance to rental licenses

The plan would bar landlords from using pricing tools to set rents and allow complaints and penalties; a committee briefing is scheduled for Oct. 26.

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Education

Douglas County board to consider Renaissance PK–5 charter contract

The proposed public school could open in fall 2028 if it meets enrollment, facility and other pre-opening requirements.

Government

Denver Water staff propose 5.8% water-sales revenue increase, $38 million for lead lines

The Board of Water Commissioners is scheduled to consider the proposals Oct. 28. If the proposed 2027 rates take effect, typical residential bills would rise an estimated $3.25 to $4.53 a month.

Energy

Arapahoe County draft would assign all CORE line relocation costs to county

The draft assigns design, financing and construction costs to the county. Staff estimated the move at about $2 million and described a separate 50-50 county-Aurora funding arrangement.

Government

Denver expects business construction-aid fund to run out by year-end

The department says up to $2 million could go to a redesigned fund in 2027 and beyond, subject to budget approval; it recommends continuing support at its current scale only with funding from outside city operations.

Housing

Commerce City estimates need for 8,113 homes by 2033

The estimate combines current housing gaps with projected household growth; separate mapping flags areas with about 7,750 households for displacement risk.

Transportation

Spin scooters now connect more of Denver South corridor

The expanded service links selected communities and business districts across Arapahoe and Douglas counties, with Denver South and local partners covering service costs beyond the $1 unlock fee.

Government

Roxborough Village district seeks authority for wildfire, waste services

The proposal would let the 945-acre district offer limited wildfire mitigation, arrange waste collection and perform restricted covenant enforcement, without changing West Metro Fire’s emergency role or the district’s levy cap.

Housing

Arvada says Olde Town homelessness effort recorded 74 housing outcomes

The city says the effort reached its goal of 65 in September; reported outcomes include housing placements, family reunification and other exits.