The city of Aspen is considering a new approach to help longtime residents redevelop their homes. A proposal to defer fees for locals who are redeveloping free-market homes is being explored.

This move is intended to make it more feasible for residents to renovate or rebuild their properties. The city council is motivated by a desire to prevent costly permits from becoming a barrier to locals who want to stay in their homes.

Further details on this proposal are available from the Aspen Daily News, which has been following the city council's discussions on the matter.