Public Policy Corner | January - February 2026

by: Maxwell Marcum

Public Policy Updates - February 2026

Colorado’s 2026 legislative season is off and running, and so is NAIOP Colorado’s advocacy work. This Public Policy Alert brings you the latest updates on committee leadership, early‑session legislation poised to shape the future of commercial real estate, high‑impact industry events, and key legal developments. With major policy conversations underway and opportunities emerging across the state, we’re here to keep you informed, engaged, and ready to make your voice heard.

NAIOP Colorado Appoints Public Policy Committee Chair

The NAIOP Colorado Board of Directors has appointed Maxwell Marcum as the 2026 - 2027 Public Policy Committee Chair and is excited to collaborate with Marcum Commercial Advisors and the exceptional group of leaders to support NAIOP members, advocate for the industry, and drive meaningful impact across Colorado.

Decarbonization Program Updates

by: Public Policy Committee

Category: Public Policy Corner

Energize Denver Ordinance 2.0 and Colorado Building Decarbonization Program Updates

ABOUT: In 2021, Denver adopted the “Energize Denver” ordinance requiring large commercial and multifamily buildings to meet strict energy performance targets to help the City and County of Denver meet emissions reduction goals. Shortly after, the State of Colorado passed HB21-1286, establishing statewide Building Performance Standards. Together, these two programs created overlapping, and at times, conflicting, compliance requirements for building owners, prompting the need for further clarification.

NAIOP has been actively engaged in these policy conversations to ensure our members who are directly impacted by these mandates, can meet requirements without facing unreasonable burdens.

2025 Public Policy Outlook

by: Kathie Barstnar

Category: Public Policy Corner

Public Policy Outlook: 2025 Legislative Session

Submitted by Kathie Barstnar, NAIOP Colorado

The Colorado General Assembly’s 2025 legislative session opened on Wednesday, January 8. The Public Policy Committee met to review the potential issues that we will follow during this session, and we will keep you updated as we move through the next 120 days.