This week we are talking again about a number of the logistics facing most mountain town communities — and discussing a number of potential solutions. So if you are someone who lives in a mountain town or you are someone who loves to visit them, you ought to listen to this conversation. Our guest is Troy Russ, who is the community development director of Crested Butte. Troy has a long history in community planning and development, so is able to provide an incredibly well-informed perspective on these big topics.

TOPICS & TIMES:

• Troy’s background in community planning (2:08)
• Thoughts on our previous Blister Podcast on housing (4:31)
• Linear Thinking vs. Comprehensive Thinking (8:52)
• Importance of identifying Core Values (12:41)
• Affordable housing & short-term rentals (17:07)
• Development solutions: pros & cons (20:00)
• Deed restrictions (21:58)
• ADUs: Accessory Dwelling Units (24:23)
• Creating & maintaining a sustainable economy (31:02)
• Evaluating various tax initiatives: pros & cons (36:04)
• Case study: the Brush Creek Project of Crested Butte (39:04)
• Nostalgia (47:16)
• Protecting & preserving uniqueness through change (50:50)
• Importance of community participation (54:33)

RELATED LINKS

• Mountain Town Economics, Pt 1: Affordable Housing, Short-Term Rentals, & More 
• Mountain Town Economics, Pt 3: Developing Housing, Addressing Climate Change, & Mitigating Megafires
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