Loveland Extends Temporary Homeless Shelter Operations Through March Amid Funding Shortfall

The City of Loveland, Colorado, is extending the operation of its temporary homeless overnight shelter at the Loveland Resource Center (LRC) through March 15, 2026, using remaining funds from the 2025 budget. This extension follows the October 2025 closure of the South Railroad Facility, the city's main overnight shelter, which left around 50 people without shelter and complicated enforcement of the city's camping ban. The LRC can accommodate 22 individuals indoors, prioritizing women and those with disabilities, and approximately 20 tents outdoors, though guests must supply their own tents. City leaders acknowledge the need for a long-term, transformational approach to homelessness that goes beyond temporary shelter, aiming to provide wrap-around services and affordable housing in partnership with nonprofits. Despite the extension, concerns remain about the harsh winter months and the continued presence of unsheltered individuals. The city continues to seek a permanent solution while enforcing the camping ban and maintaining the LRC as the sole designated shelter location.