The team of accomplished redevelopers (Larimer Associates, Sage Hospitality, REGen, LLC, and Urban Neighborhoods) who are transforming Denver’s Union Station is pleased to announce that RTD has approved its lease of the historic Union Station building. The project is now set to begin December 3, 2012, turning Union Station into a bustling mixed-use, transit-oriented hub with a planned opening in mid-2014.

The project construction is being led by Colorado’s Milender White Construction Co. The building will be closed to the public starting on Dec. 1 and construction will begin on Dec. 3.

“It’s been a long journey, but our dream to see this historic landmark come back to life is one step closer,” said Dana Crawford, President of Urban Neighborhood and renowned historic preservationist.

Denver’s Larimer Associates is handling the retail leasing of the remodeled urban transit center, which will feature more than 22,000 square feet of ground floor space divided into approximately 10 independent retail and restaurant outlets, complemented by a 12,000 square foot public common area, the “Great Hall,” and 40,000 square feet of outdoor plaza space. In addition, the redeveloped Union Station will house Amtrak and RTD as well as feature a 110-room independent hotel on the upper levels to be managed by Denver’s Sage Hospitality.

“It is great to see this project move to the next stage. We look forward to working with a great team of accomplished developers who will transform the historical Denver Union Station into a transportation hub and tourist destination for generations to come,” said Phil Washington, General Manager of RTD.

To gain insight into what the community’s ideal vendors for the historic neighborhood center, Larimer Associates held a series of focus groups in early 2012 with downtown residents, businesses and transit riders.

“Interest in the space has been very strong and we are now actively working with several prominent Denver chefs and retailers,” said Joe Vostrejs, the Chief Operating Officer at Larimer Associates. “We understand the people want a strong local presence here as this will be a major new focal point for downtown Denver. And we’re also focused on offering services and goods that are important to transit riders and visitors.”

For more information on redevelopment of the Denver Union Station Historic Building, please visit www.unionstationalliance.com.