The Urban Renewal Process in Pueblo
If you are a developer interested in the revitalization of your community, look no further, we are here to help. PURA can participate in development projects by offering direct incentives to private developers or investing in public improvements in designated project areas.
Every urban renewal process in Pueblo in which PURA is involved, by its nature, is difficult. If a proposed project did not have problems—financial, physical, or market-driven—the private sector would be able to accomplish the redevelopment on its own and there would be no need for PURA assistance.
PURA becomes aware of potential projects in a number of ways. Moreover, projects may be brought to the authority’s attention by city leaders, neighborhood groups, or developers. Sometimes, redevelopment is part of a city policy directive.
Once PURA has a proposed project, the authority follows a structured process to take a redevelopment from concept to reality.
Furthermore, you can join our meetings or read previous minutes to learn more about our current and upcoming projects.
Is there any kind of agreement between PURA and the developer?
Yes. Once the City Council has approved the redevelopment plan, PURA negotiates a redevelopment agreement with the developer. Furthermore, this document includes a description of the project, the budget, the tax increment usage, and a performance schedule.
There are a variety of ways PURA can participate in your project depending on the need…
- Redevelopment and Reimbursement Agreements
- Land acquisition
- Public improvements
- Landscape
- Safety
- Grant partner
- Property improvements
If you have a project, contact us!
At what point can I have input into the redevelopment process?
There are several points at which the public can have input into the redevelopment process. People who reside, own property, or have a business in a neighborhood have the biggest stake in a redevelopment project. For that reason, a developer may seek neighborhood input on a project before coming to PURA for assistance.
Once PURA has been asked to be involved in redevelopment, it creates a presentation for the neighborhood in that area. The purpose of these presentations is to explain the project and seek input from the neighborhood. Moreover, members of the public also have the opportunity to attend PURA Board meetings. Lastly, this allows them to hear discussions on a project and the urban renewal process in Pueblo
When a redevelopment plan reaches City Council for approval, the public has another formal opportunity to comment on the plan. Therefore, the state Urban Renewal Law requires a public hearing on every plan before the City Council takes action. The public notice is given 30 days before the hearing in a general circulation newspaper. All residents, property, and business owners with concerns in the redevelopment area, must receive written notice of the public hearing.
Request for Proposals (RFPs)
PURA utilizes the Request for Proposals (RFP) Process to procure technical and professional services. The formal RFP process is as follows:
- Authority issuance of RFP.
- Evaluation process.
- Evaluation criteria: cost, qualifications, performance record/history, locally owned and operated firm within Pueblo County and completion time.
- Award of contract.
Current RFPs
Human Resource Consultant and Executive Recruitment Services
PURA seeks proposals from qualified human resources and executive search consultants to assist in recruiting and selecting a new Executive Director. The Authority is entering a new phase of organizational development and is seeking experienced professionals to guide a thorough, equitable, and transparent recruitment process.
This request for proposals along with any amendments, exhibits, supporting documentation, or other
correspondence can be viewed at www.puebloura.org.
See the full Request for Proposals HERE.
Submittals due by Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 5:00 PM (MDT)
Submit proposals to:
Andrea Delagarza
Director of Community Relations
Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority
Pueblo, CO 81003
(719)-542-2577
Developer to Acquire Lot
Public Notice is hereby given that the Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority is seeking proposals from financially and legally qualified Developers to acquire from the Authority, Lots 24 through 41, inclusive, Block 12, Sunny Side, together with the north ½ of the alley adjacent thereto vacated by Resolution, recorded April 22, 1974, in Book 1779 at page 395, City of Pueblo, County of Pueblo, State of Colorado (the “Property”), and to develop and construct on the Property, a commercial shopping center that (1) complies with all applicable City codes, ordinances, and building requirements, including construction of traffic improvements required by the Colorado Department of Transportation, (2) describes the proposed commercial uses, (3) describes how the project will be financed, (4) contains dates for commencement and completion of construction of all required improvements, (5) includes a description of the Developer’s experience, and (6) provides development references, including bank or other financial contacts. Information is available from, and proposals must be submitted to Cherish Deeg, Interim Executive Director, Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority, 115 E. Riverwalk, Suite 410, Pueblo, Colorado 81003, telephone (719) 542-2577. Responsive proposals must be submitted on or before 3:00 p.m., Mountain Standard Time, December 1, 2025. The Authority reserves the right to (a) reject any and all proposals in whole or in part; (b) waive any and all irregularities in proposals; and (c) commence negotiations with any or all parties who have or may submit proposals before the expiration of the time for submission of proposals.
Proposals due by 3:00 pm on December 1, 2025
Submit proposals to:
Cherish Deeg, Interim Executive Director
Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority
115 E. Riverwalk, Suite 410
Pueblo, CO 81003
(719)-542-2577