18 new affordable townhomes have been built by NE Denver Housing, located on Martin Luther King Blvd. near Spruce St.
NE Denver Housing Breaks Ground on Affordable Homes
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Central Park History
Stapleton Parks News
Here’s an update on parks north of I-70 (including a dog park) and good news about Westerly Creek North and Uplands—they will move forward this year.
People Who Make a Difference: The Oil Man and Philanthropist
The unassuming manner and quiet voice of Sam Gary belie his success in the rough and tumble world of the oil business. Gary formed the Piton Foundation to share his unexpected good fortune with the community. Among the many causes he has supported was ensuring that Stapleton would be a planned community and would not become urban sprawl.
Stapleton Development Corporation: “Guardians” of The Green Book
Interviews with Stapleton Development Corporation board members give us a look at how this group of volunteers came to be charged with guarding the vision of the Green Book (the Stapleton Development Plan).
Stapleton Groundwater Lawsuit Tied to Clogged Pipes
“Whatever you do, this problem is going to exist,” says Stapleton resident Tad Rogers, who recently received a judgment from a jury trial that included $242,000 to replace his clogged drainage pipes and $552,000 for the hassles and inconvenience he has experienced in dealing with the drainage problems.
How did the passage of 2A and 3A affect Stapleton?
The October 2012 issue of the Front Porch carried an op-ed from Mayor Hancock that stated:...
Flight Line Continues in Holding Pattern
Neighbors urge Forest City to move forward with the proposed beer garden in Eastbridge.
“Greenways” Apts. for 55+ Move Toward June Opening
Construction is well underway at the Greenways, a 55+ independent living complex in Stapleton.
Construction of Apartments for 55+ Expected to Start by January
“The Grove at Stapleton” will be apartments for 55 and older and located at Martin Luther King Blvd. and Syracuse St.
April 2010: Front Porch 10th Anniversary Issue: A Stapleton Retrospective
The Front Porch began in April 2000 as a vehicle for Forest City, Inc., as master developer, to keep the surrounding communities and city officials apprised of the progress as development proceeded in Stapleton. Over the years the Front Porch has evolved into a community newspaper and the role of publisher has passed to Stapleton residents, Carol Roberts and Steve Larson, who have worked on the paper since its first issue.
July 7, 2011—Why Stapleton Didn’t Flood
The 2011 flash flood in Denver produced 90 years worth of rainfall. But, streets in Stapleton remained dry. Read more about the drainage systems that controlled the historic rainfall.
Stapleton North: From Bare Land to Empty Houses to Neighborhoods
The Conservatory Green neighborhood is taking shape as more residents move in.
