Key points: In the effort to mitigate wildfire risk, the Colorado Wildfire Resilience Code (CWRC) has established 3-layer defensible space zones. This impacts new construction landscaping for homeowners, apartment buildings, short-term residential rentals, multi-use buildings, and businesses in designated Wildland-Urban
Key points: The post-pandemic rise in hybrid and work-from-home employment led many businesses to downsize their office space. As such, as of May 2025, one-third of Denver’s office space was vacant. Some properties are responding by converting large offices into
Key points: As of 2026, smoke control systems in Denver are no longer one-size-fits-all. The updated fire codes improve safety while allowing for innovative modern design. It also supports historic preservation. Understanding your new obligations is required for obtaining your
As part of Denver’s commitment to energy conservation, all new residential and commercial construction must install EV-friendly parking spots. Single-family homes must install at least 1 EV-ready parking space, and multifamily residential facilities and commercial facilities with more than 10
Key points: One of the many things we learned from last month’s 5-alarm fire on Leetsdale Drive is that construction fires impact the entire community. Surrounding residents and businesses had to evacuate for 3 to 4 days, and approximately 1,200
Key points: Compliance isn’t the only reason to staff fire guards or security personnel. When internal occupancy is higher than usual, or you’re expecting large crowds internally or externally, a third-party partner helps you take a proactive approach. When compliance
Key points: As a fiscally responsible property manager, we understand that you may consider assigning a maintenance manager or security team member to conduct fire monitoring. While it costs less upfront, we urge you to make an informed decision that
Key points: There are a few unique considerations to consider when dispatching emergency fire watch in downtown Denver. Many of the tips below go above and beyond fire code and OSHA or insurance requirements, but are worth it in such
A burst pipe is rarely a quick and easy fix, and it’s the top cause of winter fire watch in Denver. When pipes burst, the water must be shut off to minimize flooding and water damage, leaving your commercial building,