November 3, 2025: Staff Housing Survey Shapes Design and Next Steps for District Rentals

A Staff Housing Interest Survey was completed by employees to better understand current housing costs, interest in district-provided rentals, and desired features.

Key Findings:

Current Residence:

• 84.6% of respondents live in Steamboat Springs; 15.4% live outside city limits.

Interest in Renting from SSSD:

• 69.2% would be interested if rent is affordable, 17.3% said “maybe,” and 13.5% would not be interested.

Current Housing Costs:

• 40.4% spend 40–49% of their take-home pay on rent

• 28.8% spend 50% or more

• 30.8% spend less than 39%

Preferred Monthly Housing Cost:

• 46.2% are willing to pay 30–39% of take-home pay for a townhome at Sleeping Giant School

• 34.6% are willing to pay less than 30%

• 11.5% are willing to pay 40–49%

Maximum Monthly Budget:

• 28.8% – $1,501–$2,000

• 23.1% – $1,000–$1,500

• 23.1% – $2,001–$2,500

• 11.5% – under $1,000

Household Size:

• 40.4% – Two members

• 23.1% – One member

• 19.2% – Three members

Most Desired Home Features:

• Garage or storage shed: 94.2%

• Pet-friendly options were also frequently requested

Proposed Unit Mix

• TWO – 3 bed / 2.5 bath, 1,600 sq. ft.

• TWO – 2 bed / 1 bath, 735 sq. ft.

• ONE– 4 bed / 3 bath, 1,600 sq. ft.

• EIGHT – 2 bed / 1.5 bath, 1,024 sq. ft.

• EIGHT– 3 bed / 2 bath, 1,216 sq. ft.

Next Steps and Design Updates

• Based on survey results, Stephanie Juneau, Director of Finance and Operations, reviewed layout and design options and incorporated the high priority for garages and storage.

• The updated plan will feature 21 units instead of 22, with 20 garages, at the same overall cost.

• Emily Beyer is finalizing the Short-Term Rental (STR) application, which includes this updated proposed mix of units. Once approved, the district will begin developing a construction schedule.

• The Housing Committee will review interior finishes and configurations.