New Colorado poll shows split on addressing housing costs
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Colorado residents agree housing is a problem, but they are split on what to do about it.
State of play: 56% of registered voters believe the availability of rental and homeownership opportunities in their communities is a "big problem," and another 22% say it is "somewhat of a problem," according to a survey released today by Magellan Strategies, one of the state's top polling firms.
- Those with lower incomes and renters are most concerned.
Yes, but: It is unclear what policies the public supports and whether local government or the state should lead the charge, the poll showed.
- Voters are split on Gov. Jared Polis' push to allow multifamily housing in single-family neighborhoods statewide, and are evenly divided on a new law designed to increase home construction.
- Rent control received 60% support with 32% opposed.
Why it matters: The public debate mirrors the split at the state Capitol, where Polis and lawmakers don't see eye-to-eye on affordable housing, an issue expected to play prominently into the next legislative session.
The intrigue: Asked to identify what's driving the state's affordable housing crisis, voters pointed the finger at people moving to Colorado (83%), inflation (83%), and the availability of labor and construction costs (80%).