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Larimer Uprooted is an urban farm atop a parking garage in Larimer Square. (Photo: Colorado Builder)

Green Building Outdoor Living

Garage-to-garden project hints at green-roof challenges

March 9, 2020March 24, 2023 Editorial Staff 964 Views 0 Comments green roof, urban farm

There’s been little change to the rooftops of Denver following the passage of the green roof ordinance, but a project

Green roofs can be maintained with 'remarkably little water cost.' (Photo: Pancaketom, Dreamstime)

Green Building Outdoor Living

Understanding green roofs and water sustainability

September 5, 2019September 6, 2019 Danielle Andrus 697 Views 0 Comments green roof

Green roofs aren’t the water hogs some people imagine them to be. Danielle AndrusDanielle Andrus was previously the managing editor

The EPA's regional office features a green roof, the first in Colorado, according to the agency. (Photo: EPA)

Design Outdoor Living

Sky high growth—What landscapers need to know about green roofs

November 16, 2018September 27, 2019 Danielle Andrus 1178 Views 0 Comments green roof

Denver’s green roof ordinance could present new opportunities for landscape professionals. Danielle AndrusDanielle Andrus was previously the managing editor for

Denver's new green roof ordinance could increase green space in the city by up to 3.5 million square feet by 2050. (Photo: JF123, Dreamstime)

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Denver passes new green roof ordinance

October 30, 2018October 30, 2018 Danielle Andrus 1835 Views 0 Comments green roof

Denver City Council unanimously passed a green roof ordinance to replace the November 2017 initiative approved by voters. Danielle AndrusDanielle