The annual State of Downtown report looks at economic indicators and development trends for the greater Downtown Colorado Springs area.
The report, produced by the Downtown Development Authority, shares the data, trends and analysis to inform key stakeholders including investors, brokers, developers, retailers, civic leaders and property owners in mind. CLICK HERE.
Experience Downtown Master Plan
The Experience Downtown Colorado Springs Plan of Development and Master Plan serve as significant and tactical updates to the 2007 Imagine Downtown Plan of Development and 2009 Master Plan. The plan was approved by City Council in Q4 2016. The plans are the culmination of an 18-month process that included engagement with hundreds of stakeholders through focus groups, interviews and online surveys; review and integration of over a dozen city and regional plans; consultant expertise; tours; and deep research and market analysis. The plans work in harmony to provide a strategic, actionable, consensus-built roadmap to ensure a thriving, vibrant city center.
- Experience Downtown Plan of Development and Master Plan – Published Q4 2016
- Downtown Market Assessment – Published Q1 2016
Regional Reports and Tools
Partner Organizations
Local and State Business Licensing
El Paso County Public Health
Enterprise Zone Forms
Downtown Colorado Springs is located within an El Paso County Enterprise Zone, and any business located in the zone is eligible to pre-certify for EZ state tax credits. Businesses must pre-certify though the state in order to be eligible. Additionally, Downtown Partnership and Downtown Ventures are eligible for Enterprise Zone contributions.
Signage & City Permits
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