Vail Mountain is gearing up for a major transformation with the announcement of a new base village development in partnership with the Town of Vail and East West Partners. The new base village, located at the West Lionshead area, will be the fourth base village at Vail Mountain, further solidifying its position as a global alpine destination.
This exciting project, replacing the previously envisioned Ever Vail project, will bring a range of exciting additions to the area, including new lodging options, restaurants, unique boutiques, and enhanced skier services. Beyond that, the development will also focus on community benefits, with the inclusion of workforce housing, inviting public spaces, improved transit options, and convenient parking.
The Town of Vail Council unanimously approved the partnership and the creation of a new master plan for the West Lionshead base village development. This signifies a renewed collaboration between the Town and Vail Resorts, with a shared commitment to enhance the resort experience for visitors and create a more vibrant community for residents.
This project also includes a commitment to address workforce housing needs. In a positive development, Vail Resorts has withdrawn its appeal of the Town’s condemnation of its East Vail property, which was originally intended for the company’s incremental affordable workforce housing project.
East West Partners, known for their expertise in balancing economic, environmental, and social considerations in their projects, will be a key player in the development process, working closely with the Town and Vail Resorts to create a vibrant and inclusive space for all.
The partnership signifies a new era of collaboration between the Town of Vail and Vail Resorts, with a shared vision for the future of Vail. The West Lionshead base village development promises to be a significant investment by all partners, driving economic growth and enhancing the overall experience for both visitors and residents alike.
“We are excited to partner with Vail Resorts and East West Partners in a process to enable this exciting new base village for Vail Mountain, which will bring significant benefits to our guests and community,” expressed Travis Coggin, Mayor of the Town of Vail.
Beth Howard, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Vail Mountain, echoed this sentiment, stating, “We appreciate the Town’s partnership and shared vision for the West Lionshead base village that will benefit our community, our employees, and our guests. We look forward to this next chapter of building the future together. And we appreciate that East West Partners is a part of the partnership, given they are known for creating meaningful places that bring people together, with creativity and expertise.”
Chris Frampton, Chief Executive Officer of East West Partners, shared his enthusiasm for the project, stating, “Vail is our company’s home and holds an incredibly special place in our hearts. I am thrilled that East West Partners will be a part of this transformative initiative. Vail has always been a community and mountain that embraces innovation, and this new fourth base village marks the next chapter in innovative partnerships that will ensure Vail stays the leading resort community in North America, and one of the best mountain towns anywhere.”
The development process will involve extensive community engagement starting this fall, with open houses where residents can contribute their insights on the vision, design, and planning of the new base village. This initiative is subject to all applicable entitlement and approval processes.
