Peyton Manning's $28 Million Riverfront Plan Faces Littleton City Council Vote

Developers say the mixed-use project could bring major community amenities, but need public-private partnership to move forward.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 6:23am

A bold, colorful silkscreen-style illustration featuring a Peyton Manning football jersey repeated in a grid pattern, capturing the celebratory spirit of a potential new community development project.A pop art-inspired illustration celebrating the potential partnership between Peyton Manning and the city of Littleton.Englewood Today

A $28 million mixed-use project called 1st Street Farms, anchored by a Peyton Manning-branded restaurant and large event venue, has been proposed for a vacant site by South Platte Park in Littleton. Developers say the project could bring significant economic impact and community amenities, but they need approval and a public-private partnership from Littleton City Council or the project will likely be dropped in favor of townhomes.

Why it matters

The proposed 1st Street Farms development represents a high-profile opportunity for Littleton to partner with a major sports figure and bring new economic activity and community assets to the city. However, the project faces skepticism from some residents and will require careful consideration by city leaders to balance the potential benefits with any community concerns.

The details

The $28 million 1st Street Farms project would transform a vacant site near South Platte Park into a mixed-use development featuring a Peyton Manning-branded restaurant and large event venue, along with additional retail, residential, and public spaces. Developers say the project could generate significant economic impact and provide new amenities for Littleton residents, but they need approval and financial support from the city council to move forward.

  • Littleton City Council is expected to vote on the 1st Street Farms proposal in the coming weeks.
  • If approved, developers say construction could begin as early as 2027.

The players

Peyton Manning

A former NFL quarterback and Pro Football Hall of Famer who is involved in the 1st Street Farms development as a brand partner.

1st Street Farms

The $28 million mixed-use development project proposed for a vacant site near South Platte Park in Littleton.

Littleton City Council

The local government body that will vote on whether to approve and partner with the developers on the 1st Street Farms project.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

What’s next

Littleton City Council is expected to vote on whether to approve and partner with the developers on the 1st Street Farms project in the coming weeks. If approved, construction could begin as early as 2027.

The takeaway

The proposed 1st Street Farms development represents a high-profile opportunity for Littleton to partner with a major sports figure and bring new economic activity and community assets to the city. However, the project faces skepticism from some residents and will require careful consideration by city leaders to balance the potential benefits with any community concerns.