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Cost of living instills economic pessimism in Southwest Colorado residents
Economists break down what the state and county economies looked like in 2023
The housing market has buoyed Colorado’s state budget. That may not last
It was the first major financial update for lawmakers since they approved $434 million in property tax cuts during the special legislative session in November
A look at what’s top of mind for Colorado voters heading into the election year
A new poll shows that cost of living, crime and public safety, and housing affordability are what worry Coloradans the most
Colorado task force charged with finding a long-term property tax solution won’t include people behind 2024 ballot measures
Lawmakers are trying to come up with a fix after Proposition HH failed in the November election. But conservatives, liberals and businesses are offering their own solutions
How did property taxes become a political emergency in Colorado? 40 years of history and one wild market
Homes in Castle Rock, Colorado, Friday, Oct. 13, 2023. (Jeremy Sparig, for CPR News)Jeremy Sparig Pam Giordano and her husband bought their tri-level home nearly 30 years ago. The price…
Drama, tempers and maneuvering as Colorado lawmakers race to offer property tax relief
The Colorado Senate GOP caucus tried to use a parliamentary objection to extend the session until at least Tuesday
On first day of special session, Democrats and Republicans offer dueling property tax plans
An overhead view of the Colorado Senate chambers. (Associated Press file) Colorado homeowners would collectively get about $388 million of property tax relief under the plan proposed by statehouse Democrats…
What Colorado lawmakers could do in their special session on property taxes (and more)
Desks in the House chamber at the Colorado State Capitol are clean and empty on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023, awaiting the return lawmakers. (Hart Van Denburg/CPR News)Hart Van Denburg/CPR News…
Support for Proposition HH began eroding the moment the Colorado property tax relief plan was introduced
That weak foundation was reflected in how voters rejected Proposition HH, a 10-year property tax relief and state spending overhaul, by an 18 percentage-point margin last week
Colorado has a housing crisis. Could 3D-printed homes be a solution?
Exterior of the new Habitat for Humanity 3D printed house Monday Dec. 20, 2021.Rob Osterrmaier A set of nozzles squirt wet cement, swinging back and forth in a long line,…
What the failure of Proposition HH means for your property taxes and TABOR refunds
Coloradans’ property taxes will rise by an average of 40% without legislative or local government intervention. People who make less than $99,000 will get smaller taxpayer refunds than they would…
Southwest Colorado voters firmly reject Prop. HH
Time to ‘roll up the sleeves and get to work,’ county commissioner says
‘Harder than algebra,’ Proposition HH causes confusion on Colorado voters’ ballots
A collection box stands outside the Denver Elections Division for the city's election Tuesday, April 4, 2023, in downtown Denver. The 2023 municipal general election ballot consists of races for…
Group supporting Proposition HH launches $1 million ad blitz as Election Day nears
A late infusion of cash to Property Tax Relief Now made the spending possible, but the groups opposing the ballot measure have still raised and spent more money
Cortez puts Southside Park plans on hold; housing effort to continue
Cortez will work with Colorado Housing and Finance Authority to figure out the next steps for housing on the 14-acre site
Higher Purpose Homes close to having capital for modular factory in Mancos
Modular building company seeks state funding to provide affordable housing solutions
No, Proposition HH doesn’t raise property taxes. But it’s unlikely to cut them as much as supporters say.
The Colorado Sun fact-checked misleading claims made by both sides on the 2023 Colorado ballot measure June 8, 2023 Metro area aerial photos. South metro housing. (Kathryn Scott, Special to…
Property taxes are set to rise big time next year – will your local government do anything about it?
New apartments stand south of the Colorado River in Glenwood Springs. (Nathaniel Minor/CPR News)Nathaniel Minor/CPR News Local governments in Colorado are set to cash in next year. With property values…
Fair housing advocates say S.W. Colorado forums can do wonders educating property managers, consumers
Durango forum scheduled for Wednesday, Cortez forum on Thursday