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DO‑6 (Peña Station Next Design Overlay)
Purpose
DO‑6 provides flexible signage and lighting standards to support a model transit‑oriented development at the commuter rail station near Peña Boulevard. The intent is to showcase cutting‑edge technology and sustainability through creative signs and special lighting elements, enhancing civic pride and economic vitality.
Height & Scale
Story RangeThe overlay does not modify building heights from the base zone. Instead, it regulates the size, location and attributes of signs and lighting. Signage and lighting programs must conform to the district plan approved for the area.
Building Placement
Build-to (Primary)Building placement follows the underlying zone district and the Peña Station master plan. The overlay focuses on the design of signage, lighting and public realm improvements rather than building siting.
Design Standards
Transparency (Primary)DO‑6 allows a coordinated program of creative and artistic signs, special lighting elements, self‑illuminated signs, and non‑standard advertising opportunities. The district plan establishes guidelines for pixel pitch, size, brightness and integration with building architecture. The intent is to ensure quality design, mitigate adverse impacts on nearby residences and drivers, and showcase innovation.
Permitted Uses
Uses are governed by the underlying zone district. The overlay only applies to signs and special lighting elements within the DO‑6 boundary.
Typical Application
Applied exclusively to the Peña Station Next area around the 61st Avenue commuter rail station, part of the larger Denver International Airport/Gateway development.
Quick Reference
CodeDO-6
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StoriesThe overlay does not modify building heights from the base zone. Instead, it regulates the size, location and attributes of signs and lighting. Signage and lighting programs must conform to the district plan approved for the area.
TransparencyDO‑6 allows a coordinated program of creative and artistic signs, special lighting elements, self‑illuminated signs, and non‑standard advertising opportunities. The district plan establishes guidelines for pixel pitch, size, brightness and integration with building architecture. The intent is to ensure quality design, mitigate adverse impacts on nearby residences and drivers, and showcase innovation.
Properties Zoned DO-6(0)
No published properties currently zoned DO-6.
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