An old bank in the Civic Center neighborhood could turn into a new park

Denver is purchasing a vacant former bank building in the Civic Center neighborhood to create a 0.4-acre public park. The city aims to improve access to green space for residents within a five-minute walk, as the neighborhood's existing Civic Center Park undergoes renovation. The $3 million purchase price exceeds the appraised value by $500,000, and the deal awaits a full City Council vote.