Background
In 2025, Denver adopted Rules Governing City-Established Consumption Areas(PDF, 542KB). The rules established areas where individuals 21 and older can drink takeout beverages purchased from eligible businesses. The rules were adopted following a recorded public hearing.
Proposed rulemaking
The Manager of the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection is considering an amendment to the rules. The amendment under consideration would allow for temporary suspension of the city-established consumption area when certain permits are issued at the location.
A Public Rulemaking Hearing on the amendment will be held virtually on Friday, June 5 at 1:00 p.m. on Zoom.
How to attend the Public Rulemaking Hearing
Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android: https://denvergov-org.zoom.us/j/86830327562
Phone one-tap: +17209289299,,86830327562# US (Denver)
Join via audio: +1 720 928 9299 US (Denver)
Webinar ID: 868 3032 7562
International numbers available: https://denvergov-org.zoom.us/u/kcbstR8DrH
Public Comments
Members of the public wishing to provide written comments can:
- Email comments to DLCPpolicy@denvergov.org no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 5 2026;
- Provide verbal comments during the virtual public hearing; or
- Mail written comments to the Department of Licensing & Consumer Protection c/o Policy Team at 201 West Colfax Avenue, Department 206, Denver, CO 80202. Mailed comments must be received by Friday, June 5, 2026 to be considered.