Posted on: June 30, 2026
“Our goal with this project was to leverage the resources of both the LHA and the City to create something exceptional”
Source: Longmont Leader; Author: Alex Delia
A newly opened Longmont affordable housing development designed for working families has received one of Colorado’s highest housing honors, highlighting a project city officials hope will become a model for future mixed-income developments.
Housing Colorado recognized Ascent at Hover Crossing with a 2026 Eagle Award, honoring projects that demonstrate leadership in affordable housing, and supportive community development. The 75-unit community combines income-restricted housing, on-site early childhood education, renewable energy features, and family-focused amenities.
The Longmont Housing Authority and development partner Pennrose accepted the award during Housing Colorado’s annual conference earlier this month.
Located at 2225 18th Ave., Ascent at Hover Crossing is the first major housing development completed since the Longmont Housing Authority formally partnered with the city in 2020 under Longmont’s Housing and Community Investment division.
The development includes 75 apartments ranging from one to four bedrooms, with units reserved for households earning between 30% and 80% of the area median income. Project planners intentionally emphasized larger units to address a shortage of affordable housing for families with children.
Beyond housing, the development includes the Aspen Center at Hover Crossing, an on-site early childhood education center that serves both residents and other Longmont families. According to the city, the childcare center is available to families across all income levels.
Residents also have access to a fitness center, indoor and outdoor children’s play areas and rooftop solar panels designed to offset electricity costs. City officials said the project was designed to reduce monthly utility bills while providing long-term sustainability benefits.
“Ascent represents our first development since the partnership formed between the LHA and the City of Longmont in 2020,” Molly O’Donnell, director of Longmont’s Housing and Community Investment division, said in a statement.
“Our goal with this project was to leverage the resources of both the LHA and the City to create something exceptional. We are excited to be able to include innovations like the solar energy offsets, the early childhood center and the terrific design in our first project, and it is very gratifying to have them recognized.”
Housing Colorado’s Eagle Awards recognize projects that advance affordable housing through innovative design, partnerships, and community impact.
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