Aurora promotes transit-oriented development around RTD R Line light-rail stations, allowing higher densities, mixed uses, and reduced parking near major stops on Iliff, Florida, Aurora Metro Center, and the Anschutz medical district.
The R Line connects Lone Tree to the Anschutz Medical Campus through Aurora, with stations integrated into UDO transit overlay and station-area planning. Within walking distance of stations, the code encourages structured parking, pedestrian-oriented frontages, and a mix of residential, retail, and employment uses. Station-area plans set goals for affordable housing, public realm investment, and connections to bus service. Aerotropolis subarea planning further coordinates transit, employment, and freight near the airport. Coordination with RTD and CDOT shapes capital priorities.
Development that violates station-area design or use standards may be denied permits, required to redesign, or face fines for unauthorized work. Variances require Planning Commission review.
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Aurora imposes no general restriction on year-round lawn ornaments, statuary, or religious displays on private residential property. The Sign Code in UDO 146...
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Aurora has no ordinance specifically regulating residential inflatable holiday displays. Size, motor noise, and lighting hours are not capped by the city for...
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Aurora has no ordinance limiting the duration, brightness, or hours of residential holiday lighting on private property. The Aurora UDO Section 146-4.9 (Exte...
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An outdoor kitchen in Aurora typically requires a building permit when it exceeds 120 sq ft, includes a roof or pergola, or is attached to the house. Gas lin...
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Aurora has no code section specifically targeting residential smokers, pellet grills, or wood-fired ovens beyond the general IFC 308 open-flame rules adopted...
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Aurora adopts the 2021 International Fire Code under Aurora City Code Chapter 66 (Fire Prevention and Protection). IFC 308.1.4 prohibits charcoal burners, pr...
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