Steamboat Springs, Colorado — This winter, parking at Steamboat Resort will be more challenging than anticipated.
Steamboat Pilot & Today reports that Steamboat Resort permanently closed its Ski Time Parking Garage earlier this month. The structure closed for good starting on October 16th after a structural engineering review discovered potential risks to keeping the garage operational. According to Steamboat Radio, the garage’s upper level closed in July as a structural review began. After the review, they promptly closed the pedestrian walkway and staircase.
Parking there wasn’t cheap; it cost $55 per day. My wallet started crying after I typed that last sentence. However, it was one of the most convenient lots for skiers and riders to get to the lifts.
What will happen to the space is uncertain. Obviously, the plan is to tear it down, but it’s unclear whether it will become parking or another real estate development.
“Protecting the safety of our guests, employees, hotel partners and community members is our first responsibility,” said Rob Perlman, president and chief operating officer of Steamboat Resort. “Once the engineering review identified conditions that could not be safely managed through the winter, we made the decision to close the garage and move ahead toward demolition. We know this will create challenges, and we are focused on identifying solutions to address those impacts.”
The news comes as Steamboat Resort prepares for its first winter with paid weekend parking in the Meadows lot. This means most people won’t be able to park for free on weekend mornings. However, carpooling parties of three or more people can park for free on weekends. Parking remains free in Upper Knoll and Meadows on Monday-Thursday and after 1 p.m. every day of the week.
Image/Video Credits: Steamboat Resort
