Colorado Gov. Jared Polis and other Western governors are exploring the use of federal lands to address the affordable housing crisis in the region. In Nevada, officials are leveraging a federal law to acquire land for development at reduced prices, while Colorado's Summit County has leased U.S. Forest Service land for affordable housing. However, challenges remain, including the expiration of leasing provisions and the need for broader legislative support. Future meetings will focus on strategies to utilize public lands for housing development.
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