12 Questions
What is the primary source of funding proposed for building more than 2,200 housing units in Steamboat?
State and federal grants
What has caused a divide among residents in mountain and resort communities when it comes to addressing the housing problem?
Debate over funding sources for housing projects
What is the main predicament faced by mountain and resort communities in terms of housing?
Unaffordability of housing for the majority of residents
What restrictions are proposed for the sale and rental of properties in the Brown Ranch development?
Residents must meet a certain income threshold, work locally, and live in the unit full-time
What was the outcome of the city council vote regarding the Brown Ranch plan in Steamboat?
Approved the plan despite opposition from local residents
What action did opponents of the Brown Ranch project take after the city council's approval?
Collected signatures to get the development placed on a ballot for voter decision
What has caused home prices to nearly double in Steamboat and other mountain towns?
Pandemic-fueled real estate boom driven by remote workers, second-home buyers, and short-term rental investors
Why have some positions in Steamboat gone unfilled for more than two years?
Housing costs making it difficult for employees to find accommodation
What has the local ski resort resorted to in order to provide housing for its employees?
Leasing a hotel
Why are high-income professionals also struggling to find housing in small, rural communities?
Real estate boom driven by remote workers and second-home buyers
What has been the trend with housing in Steamboat according to Loryn Duke?
Houses are now for guests and hotels are for employee housing
What challenge are employees in Steamboat facing when it comes to finding accommodation?
Not receiving sufficient salary to afford homes in the community
Explore the difficulties faced by professionals trying to find affordable housing in the remote community of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Learn about the impact of high housing costs on recruitment and retention in various sectors, from healthcare to city administration.
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