The Buzz on the Brewery

The
talk around town these days is the upcoming opening of Aspen Brewing
Company--a local brewery that is set to brew, bottle, and distribute
beer both locally and nationally. Started by young entrepreneurs, the
brewery has faced restrictions due to their location in the
service/commercial/industrial (SCI) zone on North Mill St., downtown.
At a City Council's February 25 meeting, Aspen Brewing Company
appealed Community Development director Chris Bendon's decision to
prohibited the brewery from serving more that 16 oz. of beer per person
per day (so as not to be perceived as a bar, which is restricted from
the zone). While the City Council sided with Bendon, Aspen Brewing
Company is able to appeal the SCI zoning restriction in hopes of
lifting the 16 oz. limitation during the March 24 meeting--where locals
and visitors are invited to share their share their thoughts and
opinions on this hot topic.

See what the locals are saying