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GET PREQUALIFIED PRICING COMMUNITY FLOOR PLANS FEATURES VIEWS FAQ
BURLINGAME RANCH PHASE II ASPEN'S PREMIERE AFFORDABLE FAMILY COMMUNITY
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
If your questions are not answered here, please contact the Housing Office at 970.920.5050 or send an email to: info@burlingamepresales.com
Q: Are pets allowed at Burlingame? A: There is currently a "no dogs allowed" restriction in place at Burlingame.
Q: What are the sales prices for affordable housing units at Burlingame Phase II? A: See the Pricing page.
Q: How many units and what type of units available in Burlingame Phase II? A: See the Pricing page.
Q: What forms will I need to fill out to get on the list and get prequalified? A: Click here for instructions to get on the list and get prequalified.Q: I'm somewhat interested, but I'm still not sure. How do I get more information? A: If you're not getting enough information from this website, feel free to call the Aspen / Pitkin County Housing Authority at 970-920-5050 or come in for a visit at 530 E. Main Street, and a representative will be happy to answer whatever questions you may have and can walk you through the steps.
Q: What qualifications will I need to meet to purchase affordable community workforce housing? A: Click here for a quick look at the Housing Authority FAQ or click here for detailed information in the Housing Authority Guidelines.
Q: Why is the CIty and the Housing Authority utilizing a presales program instead of a lottery? A: The City of Aspen is committed to allowing the Aspen community to drive the decision on whether or not the City should go forward with the construction of Burlingame Phase II. City Council has set the bar at 60 mortgage-prequalified applicants and a decision could be made to begin construction of infrastructure in 2012.
Q: After I get on the list and get prequalified, what will be the next steps in the presales process? A: Getting on the list and getting prequalified are the first steps in the presales process. If enough applicants get on the list and get prequalified, Aspen City Council could make the decision to begin construction of infrastructure in 2012, and the next steps of the presales program could be pursued - such as selecting your unit, signing an agreement and placing a reasonable deposit.
Q: When will construction begin, and when can we move into our new home at Burlingame Phase II? A: If, based on demand found via this presales program, City Council decides to go forward with construction of infrastructure in 2012, then construction of housing buildings could begin in 2013 and could be ready for occupancy in late 2013 or spring of 2014.
Q: If I get on the list and get prequalified, am I guaranteed a housing unit at Burlingame Phase II? A: Getting on the list and getting prequalified are the first steps in the presales process. If enough applicants get on the list and get prequalified, Aspen City Council could make the decision to begin construction of infrastructure in 2012, and the next steps of the presales program could be pursued -such as selecting your unit, signing an agreement and placing a reasonable deposit.
Q: What happened to the public vote on funding for construction of Burlingame Phase II? A: Aspen City Council intends to make a responsible, educated, demand-based decision whether or not to go forward with construction of Burlingame Phase II. The public has already supported four votes related to affordable housing at Burlingame: twice to support development of affordable housing at Burlingame, once to increase the density, and another to extend the duration of the real estate transfer tax - a dedicated funding source for affordable housing.Through detailed cost estimating and conservative projections, it is clear that cash flows from the City's 150 Housing Development Fund (which is partially funded by the real estate transfer tax) can support the construction. This eliminates the necessity to take on public debt to finance the construction. Constructing the project with cash flows from revenue sources that are dedicated to affordable housing instead of debt-financing eliminates the requirement for a public vote.
Q: Where can I find the more detailed design plans and specifications for Burlingame Phase II? A: See the City's Burlingame Phase II web page and click on the Design Progress / Downloads link.
Q: What are the Burlingame project costs and public subsidies? A: See the City's Burlingame Phase II web page and click on the Cost and Subsidy link.
Q: Where can I find information about the public outreach that the City conducted for the design? A: See the City's Burlingame Phase II web page and click on the Past Outreach Meetings link.
Q: What happens if not enough people get on the list and get prequalified? A: Construction of the project will likely be tabled until a time when the community can verify that there is enough demand to support a decision to go forward with construction of the project.
Q: How can I get involved or voice my opinion? A: Upcoming meetings will be posted to the City's Burlingame Phase II web page. Sign up online, call or visit the Aspen / Pitkin County Housing Authority today!
Aspen / Pitkin County Housing Authority 530 E. Main Street, Lower Level Aspen, CO 81611 Phone: 970.920.5050 email: info@burlingamepresales.com
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