CMP-NWC-CCampus

CMP NWC C

Purpose

The Core subdistrict is the heart of the National Western Center campus. It houses major event and exhibition facilities and serves as the primary gathering area for large crowds during the National Western Stock Show and other events. The district is designed to accommodate high‑intensity uses and large indoor and outdoor venues.

Height & Scale

Story RangeBuildings in the Core may reach 6–8 stories, with taller elements permitted for signature structures like arenas or convention halls. Height steps down toward adjacent subdistricts to maintain a human scale along pedestrian corridors.

Building Placement

Build-to (Primary)Major facilities are oriented around central plazas and thoroughfares that facilitate large crowds and event logistics. Build‑to lines establish a defined street edge along primary internal streets, while deeper setbacks create forecourts for arena entrances.

Design Standards

Transparency (Primary)Architecture should be robust and expressive, reflecting the campus’s agricultural heritage. Large facades are broken up with articulation, transparency and overhangs. Public art and signage celebrate the campus identity. Pedestrian walkways and plazas must be generously sized and designed for year‑round use.

Permitted Uses

Livestock and agricultural exhibitions; sporting events; conventions and trade shows; concerts and festivals; restaurants, bars and retail that serve event patrons; limited office and back‑of‑house uses.

Typical Application

The area immediately surrounding the main arena and exhibition halls at the National Western Center.

Quick Reference

CodeCMP-NWC-C

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StoriesBuildings in the Core may reach 6–8 stories, with taller elements permitted for signature structures like arenas or convention halls. Height steps down toward adjacent subdistricts to maintain a human scale along pedestrian corridors.

TransparencyArchitecture should be robust and expressive, reflecting the campus’s agricultural heritage. Large facades are broken up with articulation, transparency and overhangs. Public art and signage celebrate the campus identity. Pedestrian walkways and plazas must be generously sized and designed for year‑round use.

Denver Zoning Code

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