Don’t Get Left in the Dark: Navigating Boulder’s Light Regulations
Commercial, industrial, and residential owners beware! Starting November 2019, the City of Boulder will be actively enforcing outdoor lighting regulations (as found in Section 9-9 16, “Outdoor Lighting,” B.R.C. 1981) that were voted into effect in 2003. Those who are found in violation of these ordinances will risk delays and issues for permits for items such as renting, landscaping, or other renovations. Even if you’re not planning on seeking a permit any time soon, City Council is going to begin active enforcement and require immediate compliance for anyone found in violation. Why now? It might feel very sudden to have an ordinance
An Update on 19Eleven
In case you haven't been following the progress of this amazing historic building at 1911 11th Street in downtown Boulder, here is an update. Older History This building has seen it all. It was built in 1895, 24 years after the city of Boulder was incorporated, 18 years after the University of Colorado was established, 5 years after the Daily Camera was founded (raise your hand if you remember when it was called the Boulder Camera?), and 1 year after the 100-year flood devastated Boulder. Love Boulder history…. we do too. Recent History The building was purchased in 2016 by investor Scott Littlefield, who took on its
Client Spotlight: The Arbor Institute
Joining the cultural hub of Boulder will be a non-profit that is driven by arts, meditation, an ecological awareness. 1708 13th Street, one of our favorite commercial properties in Boulder, was recently sold to an eager and innovative David Levitt of the Arbor Institute. Joining classic attractions near Boulder's Central Park, including BMOCA and the Dushanbe Teahouse, the Arbor Institute aims to become a staple in the Boulder community. David Levitt is a long time architect, real estate developer, artist, and sculptor. Due to the current climate crisis that we’re all facing, Levitt decided that it was time to put his money
Get to Know Our Brokers
At Market Real Estate, we know that real estate deals are not the most important thing in the world. But we also love what we do, and we try to approach our work with passion. And we love the relationships we build with clients and members of the community. Recently, we shared the answers to a few questions about ourselves so you all can get to know us a little better. What gets you up in the morning? Todd: I wake up at 5:30-6am every morning no need for an alarm. Laura: Knowing there are people that depend on me to get their
Hot Investment Opportunity: Industrial Real Estate
Across the nation, returns on industrial investment are growing more and more every year, and what many don’t know is that Boulder is uniquely competitive in the industrial market. The hottest real estate investment opportunity is right here in your backyard! A changing economy = changing real estate opportunities Think about the last time that you ordered something to be delivered to your home. Was it a week ago? And the most recent time you ordered something before that? Chances are, in the last month, you’ve joined the 79% of Americans who ordered something online that was delivered to them. With the
What is Pop-Up Retail?
Whether you’ve heard about pop-up retail as temporary retail, flash store, or pop-up shop, pop-up retail is quickly increasing in popularity, and for good reason. Pop-up shops have been around for as early as the 1990’s in high fashion cities all over the world, but most famously began with “pop-up” Halloween costume shops that of course, only have a seasonal purpose. Now, however, these temporary, short-term stores that are around for a limited time are becoming the best and biggest way for retailers to interact with their customers. Brands that use online stores as a trial for their products often
Retail is Changing Part II: Who Are the Winners and the Losers?
The quickly changing landscape in retail has brought many impacts, good and bad, to those in the sector. We’ve talked many times about what the impact of e-commerce is on retail, including what industries are doing well and which are on the decline. Some say that this means retail is dying, but on the contrary, retail is alive and stronger than ever thanks to e-commerce and its various tools. However, this leaves some previously successful sectors in the dust. In the second installment of this two-part series, we will take a look at the losers of this changing retail landscape. (See