Residents of an Aurora apartment complex on Nome Street are facing their final hours as they gather belongings and confront the reality of vacating an environment deemed unsafe by the city. In a move to address the building's deteriorating conditions, the City of Aurora has issued an order for all occupants to leave by 7 a.m. Tuesday, as cited by KDVR. Notices plastered across the property succinctly demand evacuation, with a clear message: "Order to vacate. Unsafe to occupy."
Amid the scramble, CBZ Management, the firm overseeing the property, has pointed fingers at Venezuelan gangs for disrupting maintenance operations, according to Westword. CBZ's narrative suggests threats from said gangs have impeded their ability to properly manage the building, though this claim hasn't been met without skepticism from the community and local authorities.
Support for the displaced residents materializes in various forms, as the City has stepped in to alleviate the immediate strain. "The city has been committed to providing resources the entire time prior to doing the posting," said Aurora spokesperson Prosser, as per Westword, affirming the city's efforts in covering security deposits for new housing and offering hotel rooms to ensure everyone has shelter until month-end. Even with this municipal safety net, CBZ Management stands accused of not providing relocation assistance.
Meanwhile, legal proceedings cast a shadow on the property's management, with CBZ property manager Zev Baumgarten expected to face a jury for a litany of building and vehicle code violations starting August 27, as reported by Westword. In a separate thread, the Denver Police continue their vigilance over gang activity, especially the Tren de Aragua's presence linked to crimes in the area. Denver Police conveyed to the Sentinel, "In coordination with law enforcement partners, DPD continues actively investigating to learn more about the gang, its members, and any associated criminal activity so we can respond accordingly".
