Five ways smart land use policies tackle climate change in Colorado

Strategic growth policies can reduce emissions from transportation and buildings while saving residents money and protecting open lands.

Colorado Land Use Progress Report – August 2025

Documenting local governments putting state housing policy into action — and the creative solutions emerging statewide

Housing in Transit-Oriented Communities (HB24-1313)

This blog post covers the first bill in a series of recently adopted land use bills.

Climate-friendly land use: Why housing policy is key to Colorado’s sustainable and equitable future

More housing choices in residential neighborhoods—and near transit stations and job centers—increases affordability and reduces driving and pollution.

Smart land use: The untapped climate policy

Colorado communities must adopt land use policies that support more walkable and transit-friendly communities.