Could Severance Be Getting Its Own ZIP Code? Here’s What We Know

Proposed Legislation Could Bring Major ZIP Code Changes to Colorado

A new piece of legislation might be changing things up in the Centennial State, and one town in Northern Colorado could directly be affected by it.

In a report from Colorado Public Radio, Representative Lauren Boebert reintroduced a bill that would create unique zip codes for 15 Colorado communities.

In addition to these statewide changes, approximately 60 other localities across the country are expected to get similar treatment if the piece of legislation goes into law.

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House of Representatives Passes ZIP Code Reform Bill

It actually passed within the House of Representatives with a 278-121 vote.

Also, all of the Colorado representatives, across party lines, approved the bill.

How ZIP Code Changes Could Impact Severance, Colorado

Severance could receive its own unique zip code if the law passes. Currently, the city  has four standard zip codes that it shares with nearby towns, and one P.O. Box code, according to reports.

ZIP Codes Currently Shared by Severance

Severance shares these standard codes with:

• Windsor (80550)
• Fort Collins (80524)
• Ault (80610)
• Eaton (80615)

Why Lawmakers Want Unique ZIP Codes for Small Colorado Towns

A big reason for this movement to give these towns their own zip code isn't just about community identity, according to lawmakers.

It will apparently help these communities get more tax dollars.

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Some community leaders claim that not having a unique zip code makes it more difficult for first responders get to the correct address during an emergency.

Which Colorado Towns Might Get a New ZIP Code?

Some of the other towns that could get their own unique number are Silver Cliff, Castle Pines, Lone Tree, Centennial, Greenwood Village, Superior, according to reports.

What do you think? Should Severance get its own zip code or will that mess things up for locals?

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