Proposed Durango Mall Development

Developer CenterCal is asking for about $14 million in public support for an $81-million remake of the mall, with construction planned between 2027 and 2030.  Durango Urban Renewal Authority staff say the mall is valued at just 72 and a half million dollars, and old leases covering a quarter of the space are well below

Colorado regulators are proposing the 3rd straight year of increases in emissions fees

Colorado regulators are proposing the 3rd straight year of increases in emissions fees. Regulators propose increases of 3%–29%, generating an additional $2.5 million annually for the Air Pollution Control Division. Industrial facilities and some data centers could face higher permitting and reporting costs. Major-source air permit fees would rise from $410 to $530 per hour.

Six Takeaways from the Colorado Division of Real Estate

Colorado Division of Real Estate Meeting Notes from Kiplynn Smith, Mountain District Vice President for the Colorado Association of Realtors | October 2026 Presenter: Marcia Waters, Director, Colorado Division of Real Estate Audience: Aspen and Glenwood Springs Associations of Realtors Summary Marcia Waters provided an extensive update on Colorado real estate regulations, legislative changes, Commission-approved contracts,

Durango hit Prop 123 affordable/workforce housing target

Durango City Council heard an update from the city’s Prosperity Office September 15 on Durango’s Prop 123 commitment for 2027–2029. (Prop 123, passed by CO voters in 2022, created a permanent statewide funding stream for affordable housing.) A few projects are already in the pipeline, including Rivergate Workforce Housing (~50 townhomes) and Lightner Creek Commons

Colorado’s AQCC approved methane rules for oil and gas production

Colorado’s Air Quality Control Commission approved the third and final set of methane rules for oil and gas production, making Colorado the first state to adopt regulations based on the EPA’s two-year-old “Quad OC” guidelines. The most contested provision requires operators of enclosed combustion devices to monitor gas flow continuously rather than report annually. Industry

A new redevelopment could be the impetus for the South Durango URA

Required plan documents for a 31-parcel area around the Durango Mall have been completed and the 120-day TIF negotiation period with the taxing entities is underway. The centerpiece of the possible South Durango URA is a proposed redevelopment by CenterCal, a well-regarded developer backed by the California Teachers’ pension fund. The plan would shrink and

2025 Helping Hands Grant Recipients

HomesFund – https://homesfund.org/ Women’s Resource Center – https://www.wrcdurango.org/ La Plata Family Centers Coalition – https://lpfcc.org/ Housing Solutions for the Southwest – https://swhousingsolutions.com/ Know Your Dough – https://www.know-your-dough.org/ Durango Community Shelter/ VOA – https://www.voacolorado.org LPC Collaborative Management Program/ La Plata Youth Services – https://www.lpys.org/managementprogram

ADU Expansion in Durango

From Sierra Fullerton, Past President Many of you have likely seen recent discussion around Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in Durango, and I’m pleased to share a key update that will expand opportunities for homeowners in our community. At its February 3 meeting, the City Council voted on first consideration to amend the Land Use Development

Manna Expands Housing Stability Efforts with New Program

In alignment with Manna’s mission to provide, in the spirit of faith and love, nourishing meals and supportive services in an atmosphere of acceptance and caring for those in need, Manna is proud to announce the expansion of its efforts to address housing insecurity in La Plata County through a new initiative focused on transitional

Business confidence in Colorado

Business confidence is improving but still negative in Colorado, according to the Leeds Business Confidence Index. Expectations for key economic areas increased this quarter. National and state outlooks, sales, profits, hiring, and capital expenditures all improved compared with the prior quarter, though they are still generally negative year-over-year. Sales and profit expectations saw the biggest