Town of Telluride Employee Rental Housing Policy Review
In 2022-2023, the Telluride Housing Authority (THA) Subcommittee identified the need for a central document to guide staff, tenants, and prospective tenants on qualifying for and managing Town-Constructed Rental Units. The goal was to create clear and fair policies to address current community needs.
The process began with Community Services Director DeLanie Tapson gathering insights about existing occupancy and qualification criteria. This review focused on aligning income limits and employment requirements with Telluride's unique challenges. Initial findings were shared during the November 2023 THA Subcommittee meeting, sparking ongoing discussions.
Throughout 2024, the THA Board reviewed data, explored potential updates, and encouraged public input. Staff provided critical information to guide these conversations and ensure community voices were heard.
On November 19, 2024, the THA Board officially adopted the updated Employee Rental Housing Policies. These new policies aim to improve clarity, fairness, and effectiveness in managing Town-Constructed Rental Units.
Click here to review the final adopted policies.
What took place to develop the final adopted policies?
A handful of meetings are taking place in the coming months to learn more, offer feedback, or submit public comments. These key dates include:
- Telluride Housing Authority Work Session | Tuesday, June 4 | Agenda & Packet | Click here to view the recording
- Telluride Rental Housing Policy Forum | June 10 & 11 | Presentation | Click here to view the recording | Escuche la reunión en español
- Telluride Housing Authority Special Meeting | Thursday, June 13 | Agenda & Packet
- Telluride Housing Authority Work Session | Tuesday, June 25 | Agenda & Packet | Click here to view the recording
- Telluride Housing Authority Work Session | Tuesday, July 16 | Agenda & Packet | Click here to view the recording
- Telluride Housing Authority Work Session | Tuesday, August 6 | Agenda & Packet | Click here to view the recording
- Telluride Housing Authority Work Session | Tuesday, August 27 | Agenda & Packet | Click here to view the recording
- Employee Rental Housing Policy Public Forum | Monday, September 9 | Wilkinson Public Library Program Room
- Telluride Housing Authority Work Session | Tuesday, September 17 | 3:00 pm | Agenda & Packet | Click here to view the recording
- Telluride Housing Authority Work Session | Tuesday, October 8 | Agenda & Packet | Click here to view the recording
- Telluride Housing Authority Work Session | Tuesday, October 29 | Agenda & Packet | Click here to view the recording
- Telluride Housing Authority Work Session | Tuesday, November 19 | Agenda & Packet | Click here to view the recording
- Community Forum | Wednesday, December 11 | 9:00 am and 6:00 pm | Wilkinson Public Library Program Room
Which Town-owned Rental Housing Units are governed by the Employee Rental Housing Policies?
The Town’s rental housing projects, which will be subject to these new policies once adopted, are as follows:
Property | Units |
Shandoka Apartments | 134 |
Virginia Placer Apartments | 18 |
Virginia Placer Tiny Homes | 3 |
The Boardinghouse | 32 |
Sunnyside Apartments and Tiny Homes | 30 |
Voodoo | 27 |