Some local governments say they won’t follow new Colorado laws requiring denser housing, less parking

Leaders in several Colorado cities are resisting new state laws that limit local control over parking, housing density, and land use. Cities like Westminster, Arvada, and Colorado Springs have expressed intentions not to comply, citing concerns over infrastructure and neighborhood character. The state aims to increase housing supply and transit use, but local officials argue this undermines their authority. Legal challenges may arise as cities assert their home rule rights, questioning whether state laws can override local governance in housing policy.