CREJ - Multifamily Properties Quarterly - April 2015
The Colorado multifamily market is off and running once again, picking up where it left off last year. Development and construction continue throughout the state, while vacancy rates stay low and rents remain high. It may sound like a broken record, but for many it is sweet music to their ears. Colorado Real Estate Journal is proud to present our second issue of Multifamily Properties Quarterly. This quarterly aims to provide an in-depth look at the apartment and condominium community with trends, market features and profiles from the best in the industry. The buzz around the industry is not letting up and many experts predict 2015 to be another good year. Learn about the effect the multifamily industry has on Denver’s economy in an article by Kim Duty from the National Multifamily Housing Council on Page 4. The state is also a national leader in green building per capita. Many developers are realizing the benefits of producing LEED-certified projects, and savvy renters are asking for these buildings when considering where to live. Denizen, a multifamily project pursuing LEED Platinum certification, is highlighted in this issue. Architect Bobby Long from Kephart also weighs in on apartment amenities and how developments are taking location into consideration when placing amenities throughout a complex. Thank you to everyone who contributed articles, sat down for interviews and helped to provide the great content found throughout this publication. Without the assistance of these industry experts, this special section would not be possible. As you read this publication, please don’t hesitate to contact me with thoughts or ideas for articles that you would like to see in upcoming issues of Multifamily Properties Quarterly. Thanks for reading, Ryan Gager rgager@crej.com