The long-standing commercial restrictions at 8101 and 8351 East Belleview Avenue have officially been lifted, opening the door for a new era of suburban mixed-use development in Hampden South.
City councilors approved a zoning overhaul on Jan. 23 that reclassifies the properties from their previous B-8 (Neighborhood Business) designation, complete with specific waivers and conditions, to S-MX-8. This new classification specifically targets suburban mixed-use projects, allowing developers to blend residential units with commercial spaces on the same lot.
The change affects the specific parcels located at 8101 E Belleview Ave and 8351 E Belleview Ave in ZIP code 80210. Under the old rules, the sites were locked into a B-8 zoning structure that limited density and usage types. The shift to S-MX-8 removes those barriers, signaling a clear intent to modernize the corridor and encourage higher-density, walkable developments that fit the evolving character of the area.
This approval marks a strategic step in a broader initiative to update zoning regulations across Council District 4. As the city continues to grapple with housing demand and the need for diverse housing stock, rezoning key corridors like Belleview provides the legal framework for developers to propose projects that were previously impossible. Residents in the immediate vicinity should watch for new site plans and architectural filings in the coming months, as the legal groundwork is now set for construction.
Residents interested in the specifics of the approved legislation can review the full record on the Denver city portal at https://denver.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=21191.