WDRC Initiatives (including WDSF+ Initiative)
We've got some exciting projects coming down the pipeline, so check back often for updates on the following WDRC initiatives and campaigns for west Denver.
In 2016 and 2017 the top community priorities across all neighborhoods were housing, safer and better pedestrian connections, engaging more west Denver neighborhood members, supporting existing community leaders, and support for existing businesses. These top priorities guide the WDRC work, collaborative partnerships, and fundraising. Below are the top initiatives and collaborative efforts of WDRC, west Denver leaders, and community members.
In 2016 and 2017 the top community priorities across all neighborhoods were housing, safer and better pedestrian connections, engaging more west Denver neighborhood members, supporting existing community leaders, and support for existing businesses. These top priorities guide the WDRC work, collaborative partnerships, and fundraising. Below are the top initiatives and collaborative efforts of WDRC, west Denver leaders, and community members.
WDSF+ Initiative and ADU Pilot Program
The West Denver Single Family Plus (WDSF+) Initiative is a housing strategy addressing the threat of involuntary displacement in nine west Denver neighborhoods. The WDSF+ Initiative offers homeowners and renters resources and connections to existing housing service providers. It also includes an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Pilot Program that provides qualified homeowners development, design, finance, and construction resources to develop an ADU.
West Denver Community Leadership Committee
WDRC is studying various housing strategies, including ADUs, Tandem Homes, and Multi-Family opportunities
Community Connectors
With the support of the Kresge Foundation, DHA and the WDRC are partnering to invest in Community Connectors in the Sun Valley neighborhood
"Tell Us" Campaign
WDRC is engaging through listening sessions at community meetings and our "Tell Us" Campaign to hear local stories
Little Saigon Business District
WDRC is facilitating work towards improving this iconic cultural corridor in West Denver in partnership with local leaders