Already designated “Public Purpose” in the “Southwest Area Plan Zoning Map”, this parcel could be developed immediately with 300+ units. However, THERE IS A BETTER PLAN! If planned in conjunction with Shandoka and Carhenge, Virginia Placer is ideally suited to temporarily fulfill parking obligations currently fulfilled at Carhenge and Shandoka, amongst other environmental benefits. This would allow for immediate development of Carhenge with 300+ housing units, and continued intended development of a parking structure at Shandoka. Once the Shandoka parking structure is complete, Virginia Placer can then be developed with housing . This parcel does have some challenges with wetlands, mainly created by the channelization of the river, the Rio Grand Southern Rail Road right of way and Black Bear Road, but these wetlands can be mitigated on the Valley Floor. Parcel has direct access to all town services.

If planned in conjunction with Virginia Placer and Shandoka, starting with a temporary shift of parking obligations to Virginia Placer, the +/-4 acre Carhenge site is ideally situated for R.F.P. from the private sector to build 200-300 units AND more than 400 parking spaces. On February 16, 2022, a Private-Public-Partnership (PPP) proposal that exceeds these goals – AND provides the Town with $13.8 million or more in immediate cash – was ignored by Town staff, Town Council and the Town Mayor.

UNACCEPTABLE!

Parcel has direct access to all town services, utilities.

Anticipated construction commencement in Spring 2023

These parcels are ideally suited for duplex units and could be developed immediately

These lesser known parcels, often thought to be owned by the Telluride School District, are actually owned by the Town an are ideal for housing.  These parcels need geo hazard protection but could accommodate 8-10 units immediately.

Many years ago this property was voted by the Town Citizens to be acquired for intercept parking and housing. Through various ill-conceived initiatives it became open space and was therefore removed from the housing and parking inventory list. 200+ units will fit on this parcel. Contrary to common opinion, the open space covenant on this parcel CAN could be condemned by the Town of Telluride, which has every right to condemn. Any wetlands can be mitigated on the Valley Floor by removing tailings and creating wetlands sites. Parcel has direct access to all Town services, utilities.

This parcel can accommodate 30 units as a first phase of a development that can later incorporate the properties next door. The Tower house, already owned by the Town, and the duplex in-between, could be purchased. An R.F.P. for design and construction needs to be immediately issued by the Town. Parcel has direct access to all town services, utilities

These parcels are owned by Telluride Ski and Golf. Immediate negotiations need to be started with T.S.G. for acquisition or joint development to help fulfill both entities housing needs. Parcel has direct access to all town services, utilities with minimal development cost.

This 3.25 acre parcel has been designated for housing as mitigation by San Miguel Valley Corp (S.M.V.C.) in their low density zone district development approval. It currently designated for 22 units, but since it is part of significantly larger parcels along the north side of The Spur, the area could include MANY more units. What would be required is for our politicians and staff to check their egos at the door and engage in open and honest dialogs with S.M.V.C. Due to previous hostilities this may be a bit much for some officials to bear, but it is time for these conversations to begin. Granting additional development rights and/or providing water and sewer connections may very well persuade S.M.V.C. to give up more land for housing.

Similar to the Pearl Property, development of a small portion of the land currently held in a Conservation Easement is simply a matter of will by the community, and in turn, elected Town officials. If platted correctly, this site could be very easily developed, and NOT impact the sanctity of the Valley Floor in the least due to it’s frontage with The Spur and proximity to the existing Shell station. Parcel has direct access to all Town services and utilities.

Currently under construction but soon to be complete with a total of 30 rental units including (6) 1-bedroom units, (12) 2-bedroom units, (6) 3-bedroom units, (3) 4-bedroom units and (3) tiny homes

This 55.9 Acre parcel is currently under contract by the Town of Mountain Village, and comprises of a series of old placer mining claims that straddle the San Miguel River from the Telluride Gravel batch plant to the State of Colorado and San Miguel County Road maintenance facilities. As part of their due diligence before closing on the property and commencing development, the Town of Mountain Village has been performing extensive development studies, and it is anticipate that the property could support as many as 350 units or more. Stay tuned, as details will be unfolding very soon on this important development.

Multiple parcels immediately adjacent to the Alexander Property are owned by the U.S. Forest Service, and are probably in excess of several hundred acres. The western parcel is currently used as a campground, but has a bench east of the Ilium Road that is ideally suited for housing. Already identified by San Miguel County as a potential housing site in the early 1990s, no action has been taken to procure any portion of these prime housing sites. The portion adjacent to the Two Rivers Development is suitable for a housing development of 100-150 units. Expansion of existing water and sewer facilities may be necessary. County officials should immediately contact the U.S. Forest Service and express their interest. 

Telluride Ski and Golf purchased the balance of lots in the Ilium Valley Two Rivers subdivision, and presently have 9 lots under construction, with anticipated development of 25 more

It is still baffling that this site originally contemplated and designed as our hospital site is not being used for that purpose. It is being considered for a new Mountain School site. This almost two acre site could easily accommodate 40-50 housing units. If this change in use moves forward then Lawson Hill lots F1, F2 and G should be rezoned exclusively for housing in the process.

This parcel is already zoned for 12 units as part of the Lawson Hill matrix in the Lawson Hill PUD. With DRB approval, and a building permit, development can commence.

This 29 unit, privately funded affordable housing development is slated for a Spring 2023 construction commencement.

Currently in the San Miguel County approvals process, the San Miguel Valley Corp (S.M.V.C.) owned parcel is most commonly known for its potential to house a new regional medical facility (hospital). However, as part of the development plans, between 91 and 121 affordable housing units are anticipated.

The Town of Mountain Village is currently working on an expansion project for the existing Village Court Apartments. Phase IV, which would include 35 new FOR RENT units (88 bedrooms total) could commence in the Spring or Fall of 2023. In 2023 alone, TMV has budgeted more than $27 million in capital expenditures and is working diligently to secure private and public funding to further support its Community Housing Initiatives.

Five single family detached condominium units have already been platted for this parcel. Design, DRB approval and a building permit are all that is needed to develop.

The Town of Mountain Village is currently working on development plans for this 1.6 acres parcel, and has already received DRB approval. Construction is anticipated to commence in the Spring or Fall of 2023. In 2023 alone, TMV has budgeted more than $27 million in capital expenditures and is working diligently to secure private and public funding to further support its Community Housing Initiatives.

Telluride Ski and Golf owned, Lot 651 is a natural Phase 2 development for Lot 644 owned and soon-to-be developed by the Town of Mountain Village

This parcel near the San Bernardo neighborhood past Ophir can be developed into 80-100 units and will require water and sewer infrastructure. This parcel is already owned by San Miguel County.

With roots to the Telluride Foundation, Rural Homes is a pilot project that is currently building new workforce housing in rural Colorado. By integrating donated land, off-site factory-built construction, and low-cost construction financing, Rural Homes has already shown great success in getting much needed projects off the ground. Pinion Park in Norwood is presently under construction.

In its extensive efforts to help address the region’s affordable housing crisis, the Town of Mountain Village purchased 37.6 acres in downtown Norwood on 12/10/21, and is currently moving forward to develop the property with mixed-use affordable housing units. In 2023 alone, TMV has budgeted more than $27 million in capital expenditures and is working diligently to secure private and public funding to further support its Community Housing Initiatives.

With roots to the Telluride Foundation, Rural Homes is a pilot project that is currently building new workforce housing in rural Colorado. By integrating donated land, off-site factory-built construction, and low-cost construction financing, Rural Homes has already shown great success in getting much needed projects off the ground. Wetterhorn Homes in Ridgway is presently under construction.

With roots to the Telluride Foundation, Rural Homes is a pilot project that is currently building new workforce housing in rural Colorado. By integrating donated land, off-site factory-built construction, and low-cost construction financing, Rural Homes has already shown great success in getting much needed projects off the ground. Waterview in Ouray is anticipated to commence construction very soon.