A Lowry resident reached out to the City of Denver and the LCMA concerning safe driving in Lowry, and drafted the article below as a reminder for the Lowry community:
According to Colorado Revised Statutes (CRS 42-4-1101, 42-4-703, and 42-4-615) and Denver’s municipal traffic ordinances, drivers must obey posted speed limits, come to a complete stop at stop signs, and use extra caution near schools, parks, playgrounds, and crosswalks.
Denver’s default speed limit on local neighborhood streets is 20 mph, unless otherwise posted. This includes most residential streets, alleys, and interior Lowry roads.
In addition, drivers are required to stop completely at every stop sign—rolling stops are a violation of CRS 42-4-703.
In school zones, such as areas surrounding Lowry Elementary School, penalties for speeding and other moving violations are doubled. Drivers must reduce speed to the posted school-zone limit (typically 20 mph) during active school hours or when school beacons are flashing.
Here’s what to do:
To report dangerous driving such as speeding, repeated stop-sign violations, or failure to yield:
For immediate danger or hazardous driving: Call 911
For non-emergency situations: Call Denver Police Non-Emergency at 720-913-2000
To report ongoing neighborhood speeding or request enforcement:
Call 311 (or 720-913-1311 outside Denver)
Or file a traffic safety request at pocketgov.org
For aggressive driving on major roads: Dial *CSP (*277) to reach the Colorado State Patrol
The City of Denver allocates enforcement resources based on community reports, so consistent reporting helps direct patrols where they are most needed.
The LCMA has also requested additional attention from Denver Police and the City’s Traffic Operations team regarding speeding and stop-sign violations in Lowry. Officers patrol and may issue citations for violations of city and state traffic laws.
The fines and penalties for traffic violations include:
Speeding (Denver & Colorado):
1–4 mph over the limit: ~$30
5–9 mph over: ~$70 + 1 point
10–19 mph over: ~$135 + 4 points
20–24 mph over: ~$200 + 4 points
25+ mph over: Higher fines, 6+ points, and possible misdemeanor charges
Stop Sign Violations (CRS 42-4-703):
Typically ~$80 and 4 points on your driver’s license
School Zones (CRS 42-4-615 & 42-4-1701):
Doubled fines for all moving violations
Additional surcharges
Careless or Reckless Driving (CRS 42-4-1401 / 1402):
Misdemeanor traffic offense
Possible fines and possible jail time if behavior endangers others or results in injury
Colorado’s point system may suspend a driver’s license if they accumulate 12 points in 12 months or 18 points in 24 months.
Why this matters in Lowry
Many families in Lowry have expressed concerns about speeding and rolling stops, especially on streets like E. Bayaud Ave and other roads facing the Greenway where children walk, bike, and play. One family with young children even chose to move out of the neighborhood in the past year due in part to ongoing traffic safety concerns. A simple reminder from the community can help ensure Lowry remains a safe and welcoming place for all families.
Respecting the City of Denver’s driving laws keeps children, pedestrians, cyclists, and pets safe. Please drive slowly through the neighborhood, stop fully at all stop signs, and use extra caution near schools, parks, and playgrounds.