CREDA Colorado Public Policy & Advocacy

Building the Future of Commercial Real Estate Development

CREDA Colorado is a leading voice for commercial real estate development, advocating for policies that support responsible growth, economic opportunity, and thriving communities. We work to advance a business environment that encourages investment, innovation, and the development of places where people work, live, shop, and connect.

Our Advocacy Mission: Public policy plays a critical role in shaping Colorado's economic future and built environment. CREDA represents the interests of commercial real estate developers, owners, investors, and industry professionals by engaging policymakers, educating stakeholders, and advocating for practical solutions that support responsible development.

Through advocacy, research, and industry engagement, we help ensure that commercial real estate remains a catalyst for job creation, economic growth, and community development across Colorado.

Our Policy Priorities: CREDA advocates for policies that:

  • Support responsible commercial real estate development and investment.
  • Strengthen Colorado's economic competitiveness and business climate.
  • Promote infrastructure and transportation investments that support growth.
  • Encourage housing and workforce solutions that meet community needs.
  • Foster predictable, efficient, and transparent regulatory processes.
  • Advance sustainable development and long-term community resilience.
Our Purpose: Commercial real estate development shapes the communities where Coloradans live, work, and do business. Legislative and regulatory decisions directly impact investment, development timelines, project feasibility, economic growth, and job creation.
By bringing together industry expertise and a unified voice, CREDA helps policymakers understand the real-world impacts of public policy decisions and works to advance solutions that benefit Colorado's economy and communities.

 

Get Involved & Stay Informed
CREDA Colorado actively engages in advocacy efforts at the local, state, and federal levels. If you are interested in participating in our Public Policy Committee or learning more about our initiatives, please contact: 

Public Policy Leadership

Kathie Barstnar
Executive Director, CREDA Colorado
Email | Ph: 303.782.0155		  Maxwell Marcum
CREDA Public Policy Chair 
Marcum Commercial Advisors | Email 
Public Policy Resources

Stay Engaged. Make an Impact.
By staying involved in CREDA Colorado's advocacy efforts, you help shape the policies that influence commercial real estate development economic growth in our state. Get Involved.