BR-1 Zone in Boulder, CO
BR-1 zoning district rules in Boulder, CO. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The BR-1 zone in Boulder, CO is a mixed-use district. Maximum building height is 45 feet (4 stories).
Height Limits
- Max Height
- 45 feet
- Max Stories
- 4
Boulder BRC. Residential mixed-use along transit corridors — allows slightly taller buildings for transit-adjacent development.
Parking Requirements
Boulder is one of Colorado's most walkable and bikeable cities — the extensive Creek Path and off-street cycling network reduces auto dependence. Boulder's location between Denver and mountains limits highway capacity, creating strong interest in transit and cycling. EV charging required for new multi-family construction per Boulder's green building requirements.
Source: Boulder Revised Code Title 9, Section 9-8-5 — Accessory Units; Colorado Revised Statutes Title 29 (HB 24-1152 codification). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source