Aspen Grove Shopping Center Rezoning: What's Set To Change

LITTLETON, CO — The Aspen Grove shopping center is set for some big changes after Littleton City Council's approval Nov. 9 of the center's rezoning proposal.

The rezoning will allow the Gerrity Group, which owns the center, to build up to 2,000 residential units and at least 125,000 square feet of retail space.

During an Oct. 5 public hearing, many Littleton residents expressed concern over traffic issues that already plague the Aspen Grove area. The Gerrity Group says its plans — which haven't been submitted yet — will include improved connections to the RTD light rail station and South Platte Park.

"There will be several opportunities for public feedback throughout the process, and we look forward to hearing from our neighbors and customers," the Gerrity Group said in a statement on the Reimagine Aspen Grove website.

Owners said it could take years to develop plans with the city and community members.

Littleton City Council voted 4-3 for the rezoning proposal — Mayor Pro Tem Scott Melin and members Pam Grove and Carol Fey voted against the project.

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The Gerrity Group plans to turn Aspen Grove into a 'lifestyle center' to keep shopping afloat as many turn to online retail, owners said. In-person shopping has slumped and left the center struggling.

The group said it aims to offer new interactive spaces, improved connections to transit and new access to parks and trails.

The Aspen Grove shopping center opened two decades ago, and it's been owned by the Gerrity Group since 2016.