Hudson Station Arch Rising

The Hudson Station arch rising is scheduled for February 2, 2026, at La Vista Motel, 5500 E. Colfax Ave.

On November 24th, our community celebrated a significant milestone as the iconic arch rose over the new Elm Street BRT Station - the first major public investment in our section of Colfax in decades. This infrastructure improvement will enhance accessibility, safety, and connectivity for businesses and customers throughout our district.

Thank you to The W Denver, Jett Sushi, VIVA! Mexi-Coffee Shop, City Donuts, and Park Hill Hub for contributing food and beverages to the celebration. See photos here.

 

Colfax BRT Construction Update

Phase I: Center Work (Current - Fall 2027)

• Station construction underway at Elm, Hudson, and Krameria (approximately 6 months per station)
• Monaco Station work involves gas line removal and wastewater pipe relocation - affected businesses have been notified
• Lane configurations will adjust periodically for different construction activities
• Parking availability maps for the next 18 months are attached. Final parking configurations available [here]

Phase II: Flatwork (Spring/Summer 2026)

• Pedestrian lights and street tree installation in 4-block segments (3-4 months per segment)
• Sidewalk work will directly impact business frontages during this phase
• Signalized intersection improvements: new signals, electrical, drainage
• Xcel street light replacement ("hockey pucks") throughout the district

Construction Lull: Late 2026 - Spring 2027

• Anticipated pause to schedule tree planting during optimal weather
• Provides temporary relief from active construction during winter months
• Note: Schedules subject to change

Phase III: Repaving (TBD)

• Final phase includes full Colfax repaving and crosswalk repainting

Key Milestones:

• Segments 1 and 2 completion scheduled for spring/summer 2026 - this will showcase the finished product
• Mayfair Town Center improvements will be confirmed once project is contracted (details available early 2026)

Safety Resources: Denver Police have secured grant funding for enhanced Colfax corridor patrol during 2026 construction. Free Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) assessments will be available to business owners. Additional information will be distributed as program details are finalized.

Parking Update

Temporary parking adjustments are in effect along East Colfax Avenue as BRT station construction progresses.

Current Parking Configuration:

• Street parking along East Colfax Avenue between Jasmine and Locust Streets is limited during center median station work. 
• Alternative parking available in designated business lots and on side streets north and south of East Colfax Avenue, all within a short walking distance of businesses. 

See detailed parking map here. We recommend communicating parking alternatives directly to your customers through signage, social media, and website updates to minimize confusion during this phase of construction.

We Back the Fax Pass

The We Back The Fax customer loyalty program is accepting business enrollment on a rolling basis.

Program Details:

• Businesses can join at any time and modify qualifying purchase requirements as needed via the Business Participation Form. 
• Participating deals displayed on the Fax Pass website (not printed in booklets for maximum flexibility)
• Eligibility: Publicly-facing brick-and-mortar locations within one block of Colfax Avenue between Broadway and I-225

Program Benefits: Learn more about how The Fax Pass can benefit your business here. Sign up now!

This free program provides marketing exposure and drives foot traffic during the construction period.