Chaffee Housing Authority

10/22/2026

Seeking At Large Board Member

Do you want to make a difference in your community? The CHA Board of Directors is recruiting! We are looking for individuals who can help lead the Housing Authority as we work towards our goal of housing for all. Specifically we are looking for the following skills:

A clear understanding of the complexity and nuances of housing policy and the challenge of housing affordability in mountain communities.

A strong skillset in organizational finance, preferably with government fund accounting experience.

Experience with multi-unit property management to help the CHA ensure safe, secure, well-maintained housing communities promoting resident well-being and the financial stability of our rental assets.

A willingness to roll up your sleeves and do more than just show up for meetings. (This volunteer position requires approximately 2-4 hours per week.)

You can find the application on the CHA website https://www.chaffeehousingauthority.org/boardofdirectors

Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

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10/15/2026

The 2027 Annual Budget draft is available for review.

Pursuant to 29-1-106, C.R.S.,the draft budget has been submitted to the Chaffee Housing Authority Board of Directors for fiscal year 2027 on October 15, 2027.

A copy of this draft budget is available for inspection at the Chaffee Housing Authority office or you can view on our website. https://www.chaffeehousingauthority.org/

The budget will be considered for adoption at the regular meeting of the CHA Board of Directors on December 17th, December 17th, 2026 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at 114 Linderman Ave. in Buena Vista.
Any interested community member of Chaffee County may inspect the proposed budget and file or register any objections at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget by sending comments to [email protected], via post to the office address above, or during the December public hearing.

Virtual participation is permitted for public comment via Google Meet.

Budget link:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LpV2PmnHybMpLZO4cdNE9Zz9HhwXTuR_/view?usp=sharing

Chaffee Housing Authority provides housing resources, support, and opportunities for residents, renters, buyers, and developers in Chaffee County. Connect with us today.

09/23/2026

Marjo Curgis, Executive Director of the Chaffee Housing Authority, will be there to discuss housing needs and challenges in Chaffee County. We hope you can join us!

08/18/2026

As part of Nest Quest, The Moth at the Church is doing a cool storytelling theme in October around “Shelter & Place: Seeking, Finding or Losing Home.”

NestQuest is a six month-long, community-driven arts and storytelling initiative in Salida dedicated to reframing the discussion of home and belonging.

KHEN Community Radio and A Church are back with the 5th annual Salida Moth, a live storytelling night inspired by The Moth. This year’s theme is “Shelter & Place: Seeking, Finding or Losing Home.”

Auditions for true stories about finding yourself somewhere unexpected are being held on on August 25th and 29th.

Follow the link to apply! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849AFA62BA1FEC07-65157713-salida #/

07/21/2026

Available Now! Jane's Place
Ground floor 1 bedroom / 1 bath

Located near the heart of downtown, Jane's Place is a residential and nonprofit multi-use complex owned by the Chaffee Housing Authority and a legacy project honoring the vision of the late Jane Whitmer. The Jane’s Place Apartments includes 13 modern all electric and energy efficient homes less than 1 mile from downtown Salida and less than 0.5 mile from Marvin Park, Sands Lake, and the Arkansas River.

Available Now!
Income-qualified, ground floor 1-bedrooms/1-bath
Rent $1,460 or $1,575 depending on income.
Tenant pays electric.
Security deposit is 1 month rent.
No pets.
6 and 12-month lease.

Visit our website to apply today!
www.chaffeehousingauthority.org

07/15/2026

Limited-Time Leasing Special at the Midland - BV

Lease a 2-bedroom apartment by September 1st and receive $1,000 off your first month's rent!
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Available Units:

- Studio / 1 Bath: $1,099–$1,149/month (depending on unit) + $177/month utility fee (includes all utilities except internet).

- 1-Bedroom / 1-Bath: $1,749–$1,799/month (depending on unit) + $188/month utility fee (includes all utilities except internet). One-bedroom apartments include a balcony.

- 2-Bedroom / 1-Bath: $2,349/month + $220/month utility fee (includes all utilities except internet). Two-bedroom apartments include a balcony.
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- Pet friendly

- In unit washer & dryer

- High efficiency heating & cooling

For more information on the Midland or to view other available properties check out our website: https://www.chaffeehousingauthority.org/

06/24/2026

We’re excited to announce the launch of the new Chaffee Housing Authority website! We hope the new site provides a simple, user-friendly experience to better support you in your housing search. Please reach out if you need help finding housing in Chaffee County!

Chaffee Housing Authority provides housing resources, support, and opportunities for residents, renters, buyers, and developers in Chaffee County. Connect with us today.

05/22/2026

CHA is Hiring!

CHA has two positions open now! A part-time, temporary contractor to serve as a Leasing Agent and a new Property Manager-I position to serve the northern end of Chaffee County. View both opportunities on our Work With Us page.

Join CHA! We offer meaningful work with a supportive, team based culture with great benefits. Explore our current employment opportunities.

05/13/2026

The May deadline for the Housing Needs Assessment Community survey is approaching fast. Please take this survey if you live, are retired, work in, and/or work remotely, in Chaffee County. This includes those who commute into Chaffee County for work or reside in the county seasonally for work or vacation.

Your response will inform important decisions about the types of housing programs needed in Chaffee County, Buena Vista, Poncha Springs, and Salida.

Tu voz importa para dar forma al futuro de la vivienda en [Insert jurisdiction
here]. Estamos recopilando aportaciones para la Evaluación Regional de Necesidades de Vivienda, y queremos escuchar a los residentes y trabajadores de toda la comunidad. Completa la encuesta y conoce más sobre este esfuerzo en

This 15-minute survey is for anyone who lives or works anywhere in Chaffee County—even if you only live/work in Chaffee County part of the year. This survey is to help inform a study to better understand regional housing issues and identify solutions to housing challenges.

05/07/2026

The Chaffee Housing Authority staff were hard at work yesterday getting Molly House ready!