Mission:
The mission of Housing and Community Services is to maintain community appearance and enhance the quality of life in Aurora's neighborhoods. This is accomplished through a combination of community outreach, code enforcement, animal services and numerous neighborhood improvement programs and services.
15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Suite 4500, Aurora, CO 80012
303.739.7280
303.739.7191 (fax)
[email protected]
15750 E. 32nd Ave.
Aurora, CO 80011-1518
303.326.8280
[email protected]
Aurora Animal Services provides animal-related services for the city of Aurora. You can call them to pick up an injured or stray animal. Owners should search kennels in the shelter frequently for lost pets. The shelter also has many animals available for adoption.
15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Fourth Floor
Aurora, CO 80012
303.739.7900
[email protected]
Housing and Community Development activities target a wide range of issues, from basic needs such as the availability of affordable housing for families and individuals, to overall community quality of life issues such as the reduction or elimination of blighting influences in Original Aurora, which is the city's historical business and residential district. In addition, Housing and Community Development addresses economic opportunities within the community, the provision of support services for all residents, and the prevention of homelessness.
15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Fourth Floor
Aurora, CO 80012
303.739.7900
[email protected]
The Homelessness Services team at the city of Aurora focuses on providing resources to people who are unhoused in our community including helping connect them with the Aurora Regional Navigation Campus, the city's homeless shelter and supportive services hub. The team also works with city residents to address and abate encampments.
15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Fourth Floor
Aurora, CO 80012
303.739.7280
[email protected]
The Community Engagement Coordinators work with community leaders and neighborhood groups as a point of contact between the residents of Aurora and local municipal government through the Neighborhood Referral Program.
15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Fourth Floor
Aurora, CO 80012
303.739.7280
[email protected]
Code Enforcement officers work to be a proactive link between the city and residents by fostering a spirit of self-reliance and promoting a positive physical image in Aurora's neighborhoods. They work with property owners, renters and businesses to meet the requirements related to the city's zoning and housing codes for property maintenance. Neighborhood Support provides Enforcement, Programs and Services to the Community in the following ways:
15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Fourth Floor
Aurora, CO 80012
720-326-0558
[email protected]
The city of Aurora’s Youth Violence Prevention Program (YVPP) works to reduce youth violence through prevention, intervention, and community partnerships. The program works with youth, families, community organizations and local agencies to address the factors that contribute to violence and connect individuals with resources and opportunities to build safer, healthier futures.
15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Fourth Floor
Aurora, CO 80012
303.739.6039
[email protected]
The city of Aurora’s Crisis Response Team (CRT) pairs specially trained Aurora Police Department officers with mental health professionals to respond to calls involving mental health and behavioral health concerns. The team provides on-scene crisis support, de-escalation and connections to community resources to help individuals receive appropriate care while promoting safety for everyone involved.
15151 E. Alameda Parkway, Fourth Floor
Aurora, CO 80012
303.627.3100
[email protected]
The Aurora Mobile Response Team (AMRT) provides an alternative response to behavioral health and mental health crises that do not require law enforcement. The team pairs a mental health professional with a paramedic or EMT to provide crisis support, de-escalation, basic medical assistance and connections to community resources in a compassionate and trauma-informed way.