Valley is Primed for Growth:
Economic Growth for the Gunnison Valley
- 620 Acres of newly-zoned PUD land available ready for development.
- Town of Gunnison has pro-growth leadership and supports development opportunities.
- Gunnison Rising project has support of local municipal leaders and is fully annexed.
- Mix of commercial, residential, and mixed-use lots artfully integrated into local trail system and greenspace.
- Conveniently located adjacent Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport, Western Colorado University, and ICELab.
- Walkable distance to downtown Gunnison.
Rare Mountain Town Experience With Western Colorado University. The university brings a vibrance and life to Gunnison that is unmatched. Proximity with the university also brings high demands for housing, hospitality, athletics, culture, and countless opportunities!
World-Class skiing available in the valley at Crested Butte Ski Resort and nearby at Monarch Mountain. Winter sports of all kinds are alive and well in Gunnison in the Gunnison Valley.
Economic opportunities for remote workers, outdoor brands, engineering innovations, and more! Organizations like ICELab and WCU are opening doors for more innovation to thrive in the Gunnison Valley. Mountain towns like Gunnison have attracted more and more talent who want to love where they work AND live!
Gunnison has convenient air service with Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport (GUC). Offering direct flights to/from Denver and other regional airports, this unique mountain-town amenity brings the world to our doorstep.
Public Land is in abundance surrounding Gunnison, as well as miles upon miles of hiking trails, single-track biking trails, and more! Gunnison Trails works closely with local BLM leaders and public land officials to ensure our local trail system is ready for any season!
Gunnison River Basin is popular for recreational activities including fishing, rafting, boating, camping, hiking, and rock climbing
Newly-zoned PUD (620 acres) of Gunnison Rising is ready for development. The Gunnison Rising project has support of local municipal leaders and is fully annexed.
Investment and tax opportunities with the Colorado Opportunity Zone Program. This program encourages long-term private investments in designated communities by giving investors tax incentives for investing in real estate projects and operating businesses.
Gunnison Rising Development Features:
- 620 Acres of Newly-Zoned PUD Land Available
- Up to 1700 Housing Units
- Flexible Entitlements
- Up to 920,000 Sq Ft of Commercial
- 2 Miles of Frontage on Tomichi Ave/Hwy 50
- Adjacent to Western Colorado University
- Walking Distance to Downtown
- In Opportunity Zone (OZ)
- Trail-Oriented Development
- Regional Trail Connection from Harman Rocks to Signal Peak
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Phase II Availability:
Mix of traditional neighborhood, multi-family housing, commercial, Maker’s Space, Missing Middle, and open space.
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Opportunities
Gunnison Rising is a unique investment opportunity as the only sizeable parcel of land zoned and annexed by the Town of Gunnison, and is ready for immediate development. This master-planned development has a mix of commercial, residential, and mixed-use lots artfully woven into the local environment. Proximity to Western Colorado University, regional airport, ICELab, and downtown Gunnison provide endless opportunities for the businesses and residents who stake their claim in Gunnison Rising.