- The exclusive ski resort town of Vail, Colorado, is constructing a $189 million locals-only apartment complex to provide affordable housing for workers.
- Ground was broken on the 268-unit project, named Southface Vail, in June 2025, with completion expected by September 2028.
- Monthly rents will range from $1,600 to $2,500, significantly lower than Vail's average monthly rent of $3,620.
- To qualify, each unit must serve as the primary residence for at least one full-time worker employed in Eagle County.
- Town Mayor Barry Davis described the project as a vital investment in the local community, emphasizing that workers are the town's lifeblood.
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