Rezoning 1079 South Hooker Street from S-SU-D to E-TU-C
- When: 2024/12/03
- Address: 1079 South Hooker Street, Denver, CO 80219
- City: Denver
- State: Colorado
- Category: Spot Rezoning
- Asset Class: Detached Housing
- Property Type: Single Family Residential
- Size (SF): 10,680 SF
- New Zoning: E-TU-C (Urban Edge – Two Unit – C)
- New Zoning Description: E-TU-C is a two-unit residential district within the Urban Edge context. It allows for Urban House, Duplex, and Tandem House building forms on a minimum 5,500 square foot lot, with a maximum building height of 2.5 stories or 30 feet. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are permitted. Primary setbacks are determined by reference lots per DZC Section 13.1.5.9.
- Previous Zoning: S-SU-D (Suburban - Single Unit - D)
- Previous Zoning Description: S-SU-D is a single-unit residential district that allows suburban houses on a minimum 6,000 square foot lot. ADUs are not permitted, and the zone primarily supports low-density single-family detached homes.
The Denver City Council approved the rezoning of a vacant lot at 1079 South Hooker Street from S-SU-D (Single Unit Residential) to E-TU-C (Urban Edge – Two Unit – C). This rezoning allows the development of two residential units, such as Urban House, Duplex, or Tandem House, with accessory dwelling units permitted. The rezoning aligns with the Westwood Neighborhood Plan and supports the city's goals of increased housing density and affordability.
Why it Matters
This rezoning enables a greater mix of housing options, promoting affordability and efficient land use in an established neighborhood with access to schools and transit. It supports the Westwood Neighborhood Plan and Blueprint Denver's vision for sustainable growth.
