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Rotary Club of Telluride
Telluride Elks Lodge 692
Telluride Mountain Club
Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association (TMVOA)
Telluride Ski Ranches Association, Inc.
Aldasoro Ranch Homeowners Company
Elk Run Homeowners Corporation
Norwood Chamber of Commerce
Norwood Park and Recreation District
San Miguel Basin 4-H Clubs
Norwood Roping Club
Wright's Mesa Gymkhana Club
Youth Soccer Club & County Recreation
Telluride Elks Lodge BPOE #692 Veterans Club
Telluride Christian Fellowship
St. Patrick's Catholic Church
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Aggregated long-term rental listings from public housing authorities and regional sources. Short-term and vacation rentals are excluded.
Am I qualified for deed-restricted housing?
San Miguel County's deed-restricted housing program has provided affordable housing for local workers since 1991. The program is administered by the San Miguel Regional Housing Authority (SMRHA) on behalf of the County Housing Authority.
Key Qualifications
Employment: You must work within the Telluride R-1 School District boundaries. Self-employed individuals must document working hours, location, and income for the prior 12–16 months.
Income & Assets: Some deed restriction types (Rio Vista II, Pinion Park) include income and asset limits. Requirements vary by property — SMRHA can confirm which apply.
Residency: Owner-occupancy is required. Properties cannot be left vacant for more than 4 months in any rolling 12-month period without an approved leave of absence.
Property Ownership: Limitations on owning other property may apply depending on the deed restriction type.
Types of Deed Restrictions
Four types exist in the county: the Land Use Code (LUC) restriction, the Amended and Restated Covenant (most common, county-wide), the Rio Vista II Covenant, and the Pinion Park Covenant (Norwood). Each carries different rules on price appreciation, income limits, and eligibility.
For Renters
Tenants of deed-restricted properties must also qualify and requalify annually with SMRHA when renewing their lease.
How to Apply
Submit a completed application to SMRHA — processing takes approximately 7 business days. SMRHA conducts compliance verification every two years.
Full program details at smrha.org →
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Livable Telluride is dedicated to ensuring that thoughtful processes result in a livable community for all. Our mission is to preserve the heart of Telluride by advocating for sustainable growth and transparent decision-making that prioritizes the long-term well-being of our residents. We work to safeguard the unique character of our box canyon home while fostering an inclusive and vibrant future for generations to come.
Our Story
Livable Telluride grew out of "Let the People Decide," a grassroots effort built around Measure 300 in November 2024. After that chapter closed, the organization evolved to focus on the broader, ongoing work of keeping Telluride functional, welcoming, and worth living in for the people who call it home. The name change reflects a shift from a single ballot question to a lasting commitment to community well-being.
What "Livable" Means
"Livable" is not code for freezing the county in amber, picking winners and losers, or drawing a line between "locals" and "others." It is an inclusive standard: a community that works for families, workers, retirees, and newcomers alike — one that protects what makes Telluride special while being honest about real-world constraints like housing, water, traffic, public services, and the cost of everyday life. It is a commitment to smart, transparent decisions that balance growth with capacity and ensure Telluride remains a place where a wide range of people can participate, belong, and thrive.
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From the Livable Telluride Blog
From "Let the People Decide" to "Livable Telluride"
The story behind the name change — and what comes next for our community advocacy work.
As the Society Turns (the Survey Episode)
Survey results from the community on the most pressing issues facing the Telluride region.
As the Society Turns (the PUD Episode)
Examining the development controversies and PUD amendments that have shaped the community debate.
Saturday Shot of Finance: If VooDoo Were a Private Development
A financial deep-dive into the economics of local development projects.
Why is Rent So Damn High in Telluride!
Investigating the factors driving the housing crisis and what can be done about it.
From $36 Million to $103 Million: How Telluride Became Richer While Its Workers Became Poorer
Analyzing the widening gap between property wealth and working-class wages.
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