Shake Roof Replacement Mandate - City of Boulder 2014 is right around the courner for any homeowners within the city limits of Boulder, Colorado who still have a shake roof.  All shake roofs must be replaced before January 1, 2014.  According to Boulder's planning and building office, the shake roof ban, has been an on-going project for the last 20 years in an effort to mitigate unnecessary fire risk.  20 years ago there were 1,500+ homes with shake roofs within the city limits of Boulder.  Since then many roofs have been replaced with conforming roofs.  Building permits are required for roof replacemetns and no new building permits have been issued which allow a homeowner to replace a roof with shake shingles.  Today... the number of homes within the city limits of Boulder with shake r... 03/27/2013

ATTENTION: RE/MAX Alliance of Boulder associates! If you missed last week's live Webcast designed exclusively for RE/MAX agents and staff, you have got to check out the recap and promo video. During this seminar we learned how to develop the right habits, attitudes and skills through using Peak Produces. Peak Producers is one of the most comprehensive training programs agents can get and offers them everything they need to grow their real estate business. The Peak Producer programs outlines how to generate leads, close transactions, overcome slow times, take advantage of busy times, the art of negotiation, price reduction, and real estate business management. Making their services and program available on mobile devises it one way that Peak Producer makes the business of real estate qui... 03/17/2013

Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse is located at 1770 13th St., Boulder, CO 80302. It is nestled against the Rocky Mountain Foothills in Boulder Colorado. Sitting alongside Boulder Creek in Central Park, the Teahouse is considered one of Boulder’s most attractive and popular tourist attractions, as well as being a local favorite for great food, tea, and atmosphere. Completely build by hand without the use of any power tools, the Teahouse was constructed in Dushanbe, Tajikistan as a gift to their sister city, Boulder. It was disassembled, crated up, and sent halfway around the world to be rebuilt in Boulder as a symbol of friendship and cultural exploration. The elaborate and creative teahouse now sits as a reminder to the citizens of Boulder to value cultural diversity, global cooperation, and i... 02/13/2013

Dakota Ridge Real Estate in 2012 The new year always serves as great opportunity for reflection. For the first few blog posts of 2013 I plan to post a profile of how some of the most popular neighborhoods in Boulder have performed in the previous calendar year. Dakota Ridge homes continue to be a popular choice for many buyers due to their newer construction, great location, and spectacular mountain views. Do you love easy access to hiking, running trails, and outdoor activities? Dakota Ridge real estate grants you access right out your back door. Open floor plans and walk-in closets are just the icing on the cake for Dakota Ridge homeowners.   Boulder’s Dakota Ridge home sales saw a boom in 2012, with sales almost doubling over the previous year. Dakota Ridge real estate sales were esp... 01/15/2013

In several Front Range communities, bikes are widely used. Nonetheless, bicycles are extremely special in Boulder, where biking is practically a religion. People in Boulder give names to their bikes. In addition, they affix trailers to it to go shopping for groceries. Even some business is normally done from the saddle. There is a single real estate company that shows customers around the community by means of bike. The city presently has approximately one hundred fifty miles of bike trails and lanes and also dedicated poles for securing your bike. Get ready to enjoy watching Boulder from the saddle of a bike; here are a few town paths. The Boulder Creek Path, which happens to be 7 miles long one way, runs across the Boulder Creek from east to west. The trail starts from Boulder Canyon,... 10/25/2012

Boulder County offers opportunities for you to play all the various types of hockey, like ice hockey, roller hockey and field hockey. You'd come across ice hockey rinks at YMCA of Boulder Valley Arapahoe Center, the City of Longmont Ice Rink, Boulder Valley Ice at Superior as well as the University of Colorado Ice Rink. Roller-hockey rinks are the ones by Gateway Park, Lafayette Recreation Facility and The Hartman Inline Rink. If you're an avid hockey player, you will have a huge amount of selections. You will find a venue for a pick-up game of hockey at YMCA of Boulder Valley Arapahoe, which is intended for any level of playing skills from newbie to advanced. You have to be older than 18 years old to play. The game is priced at $12 dollars for non-members and $8 for non-members who hap... 10/24/2012

Boulder has been rated the "#1 Sports Town in America" by Outside Magazine which is why you would find enthusiastic runners, cyclists, mountain bikers, and rock climbers living here.  . It is a close-knit community of residents who love an active outdoor lifestyle combined with a passion for natural resource conservation.  Combined with 300 days of sunshine per year, it is no wonder that Boulder is a hot vacation destination throughout the year.   Boulder is a convenient gateway to some of the best skiing areas in Colorado. Eldora Mountain Resort is near and the world-class mountains of Summit and Vail Counties are only a few hours’ drive away. Eldora Mountain Resort is the most accessible ski area from Boulder.  It is located just past Nederland at the top of Boulder Canyon and is a 35... 10/19/2012

The University of Colorado, better known as CU Boulder, is located in the city of Boulder and is a public research university. It's regarded as the crown jewel in the University of Colorado System. As stated by the Public Ivies: America's Flagship Public Universities, it's regarded as being on the list of thirty "Public Ivy League" universities. The university is comprised of nine colleges and schools offering over one hundred fifty programs with an enrollment of approximately 30,000 students. It has the distinction of having developed 10 Nobel laureates and has acquired over $450 million for research in 2010 originating from a number of leading institutions.Based just south of the Pearl Street Mall, the main campus is made up of academic and residential buildings as well as research fa... 10/03/2012

The University of Colorado, also called CU Boulder, is perfectly located in the city of Boulder and is a public research university. It's regarded as the crown jewel in the University of Colorado System. Based on the Public Ivies: America's Flagship Public Universities, it is viewed as being on the list of thirty "Public Ivy League" universities. There are actually over a hundred and fifty programs offered by the university, which are spread over nine colleges. The student population is approximately 30,000 students. It has the distinction of having developed 10 Nobel laureates and has received over $450 million for research in 2010 coming from a number of leading institutions.Located just south of the Pearl Street Mall, the main campus is comprised of academic and residential buildings... 10/02/2012

You will not go through a lack of events to make your Boulder vacation in the fall an exceptionally remarkable one. You will find ongoing community events in the area. Such events are usually art fairs, cultural festivals and markets going on in memorable spots like downtown and 29th St. It's guaranteed that you'll discover something great that suits your preferences.Awe-Struck Adventures' Bike to Farm Ride takes place every Thursday until the 25th of October. You may join local residents and site visitors at the same time for an interesting opportunity to experience a bike to farm dinner. The ride begins in the downtown area of Boulder and then follows the creek path most of the way to a lovely farm. Live music is likewise available on certain days. The trip involves a tour of the farm... 09/30/2012

Boulder, located at the base of the Rocky Mountains, carries a rich past in addition to a vibrant cultural scene as befits what's thought to be the most liberal city in Colorado. Many museums can be found in Boulder. You will find art museums. There is also the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art, which features regional, national and international exhibitions and performances. The University of Colorado at Boulder Art Galleries contain the works of regional artists and students in addition to major national and international artists, and shelters the Colorado Collection, a state owned collection of 5,000 pieces. In 2003, the University of Colorado at Boulder (CU) Museum of Natural History acquired recognition coming from the American Association of Museums and it is the sole university ... 09/27/2012

Boulder has several restaurants or bars that can satisfy your cravings for food or drink. For a night out in Boulder, you can choose from different types of locations, though the most favored location is the Pearl Street Mall, as well as its surrounding areas. You may bar hop until your heart's content on Pearl Street. Actually, that is often the plan. There are sports bars, college hangouts, fine dining establishments, holes in the wall, chain restaurants, night clubs, cafes, sandwich shops, boutique restaurants, and much more. Read more for an overview of three of the more favorite bars and restaurants near Pearl Street.One of the more valued spots by the locals is definitely the West End Tavern, and needless to say, based on its name it's located at the western end of Pearl street. T... 09/23/2012

The end of summer produces plenty of expectations, especially if you're a college student or simply a follower of college sports. With summer break over, students are getting ready to come back to their studies, although that doesn't mean they cannot incorporate some sports-related fun in the process. The University of Colorado at Boulder has a great deal to offer this season for all those lovers of college football.Called the Colorado Buffaloes football program, this team represents the University of Colorado at Boulder in NCAA Division I competitions and is at present a member of the Pac-12 Conference. The Buffaloes have experienced an extensive history of success at CU-Boulder, having played at Folsom Field since 1924. At this time, the Buffaloes football program is positioned 16th i... 09/14/2012

It's that time of year again. Regardless of whether you're geared up for it or not, the Fall semester has recently begun at the University of Colorado at Boulder.  Housing move-in was August 23, the Chancellor's Convocation was August 24, and then the first day of classes began on Monday, August 27. There are points that you have to be aware of regardless if you are a freshman or a senior. These things will help you with the upcoming school year to ensure success in all the areas of college life.Initially, be sure you know both CU-Boulder's academic calendar as well as your own class schedule. You can prefer to place an actual physical calendar in your room to help keep you prompted of school holidays and approaching examinations. An organizational mobile app on your smart phone could a... 09/13/2012

Boulder is a growing city located at the base of the stunning Rocky Mountains. It's twenty five miles north west of Denver. The Boulder Valley School District (BVSD) stretches from the mountain tops of the Continental Divide to the Denver suburbs. It's got 55 schools and over 28,000 students. The BVSD has persistently rated as one of the top 3 of Colorado's Front Range school districts as assessed by state and national academic rankings and is frequently rated the very best. Graduates score well above the state and national averages on the SAT and ACT college entrance exams. The Boulder Valley School District is accountable for the public school system in Boulder as well as in the nearby towns and cities of Nederland, Louisville, Broomfield and Lafayette. The 2 biggest high schools in B... 09/11/2012

No matter the time of the season, there's something fun to do out-of-doors in Boulder, CO. Summer or winter, there is a great deal to keep you occupied and some of these activities are hiking, cycling and mountain climbing, among others. Boulder also offers plenty of parks worth visiting if you wish to connect with nature.Chautauqua Park is a small, yet stunning park which is situated near the west end of the Baseline Road and at the very foot of the Flatirons. You'll find backpacking paths in different directions which connect you with destinations such as Gregory Canyon and Flagstaff Mountain. A fairly well-known and easy trail is the Mesa Trail, that extends for about 7 miles from Chautauqua to the Eldorado Canyon. You could also choose more difficult trails which lead to the Shadow ... 09/10/2012

Climbers simply adore Boulder. As the name implies, the city offers a variety of rock climbing. You can definitely find the ideal place to climb in Boulder. It does not matter if you're a traditional climber looking for the classic lines of Eldo, a sports clamping fan in search of granite in the many canyons or possibly a bouldering fan who wishes to tackle a few of the climbs in the Flagstaff Mountains. Aside from your choices in Boulder, places like Lumpy Ridge, Shelf Road, Garden of the Gods, and Rifle are only a couple of hours drive away.Eldorado Springs, which is known as Eldo, is a world-famous place to go for traditional clamping. Many people visit Boulder in order to sample the 700+ routes that are available in Eldo.The most popular climbs could be packed and on weekends you ma... 09/07/2012

Here's what you need to know concerning Boulder Real Estate: it is lively, flourishing but still rising. Boulder has been nationally recognized by several distinct magazines for a variety of things including one of the best places to live, the foodiest town, very best places for single people, the best places to retire, best all-around town, and top greenest cities, in order to name a few! The area of Boulder possesses its own unique personality that is usually the typical thread amongst its particularly diversified populace. Boulderites, i.e. those who're residents of the Republic of Boulder, often be free spirited individuals that have a serious like for mother nature, outdoor sports, fun activities, great food, and community spirit. The town of Boulder houses some 26,000 college stud... 09/06/2012

One of the most significant sites that is situated at the centre of Boulder is the University of Colorado. It was established in the 1870s. It encompasses about 600 acres and also has a number of remarkably designed gardens. The Old Main Building carries with it an interesting Heritage Center, which can be well worth a trip. Also of interest to site visitors is the Sommers Bausch Observatory, which is based along Kittridge Loop Drive. Enjoy long gazing sessions during the summer months at the Observatory each Friday. The university is open every day and admission is free of charge.Learn more here.The Flagstaff Mountain towers high above the nearby city of Boulder and it is visited consistently by folks that adore the great outdoors. In between May and August in summer time, the Summit N... 09/04/2012

One of the visionary city ventures in Boulder is the Civic Area Project which is driven by the public in an effort to design and change the public space within the downtown area. The target of the undertaking is to remodel the space and make it the environmental, social and civic center of Boulder and the priority is usage per sq. ft. instead of the value per sq. ft. In addition to properties possessed by the city in that area, the boundaries of the planning area are 9th to 17th St and Canyon Boulevard to Arapahoe Avenue with the utmost focus on properties owned by the city toward the west of 14th St.More particularly, the eventual plan will take care of several things. It would create an urban plan vision for both properties owned by the city and private entities within that space. It ... 08/29/2012