Creativity, sacrifice needed in housing crisis

In communities across Colorado, affordable housing has emerged one of the greatest conundrums elected leaders face. Anytime real estate prices escalate at a rate faster than income growth, expect a call for government intervention. Bedroom communities will always exist as a place to house workers, but the degree to which they’re relied upon says a lot about the character of the city or town in which those employees work. Vibrant commercial centers that attract visitors (i.e. spending) often host jobs with workforce housing in close proximity.
 

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