D.R. Horton is seeking comments on a proposed single family subdivision of approximately 41.3 acres with a net development area of 39.2 acres.  The proposed development includes 75 lots that would be 55' by 130' and 65 lots that are 65' x 135'. The PUD requires fifteen percent open space, which they can meet with the proposed greenway and trails.

The reason for the smaller width lots is that the applicant would like to try and deliver a more affordable single family home on these lots.  With the increases in lumber, labor and other materials, their construction costs have increased and they would like to be able to deliver a home below $400,000 on these lots, a price point that is currently hard to deliver in the region.

The proposed greenway is representative of the original Parks and Trails Master Plan and will connect to the larger Windermere neighborhood park.  

Because D.R. Horton has not been able to acquire the parcel to the west, the applicant is proposing a land swap to allow for the construction of a public roadway and lots.  The applicant is proposing a land swap of 4,798 square feet of city-owned land for 7,550 square feet of the applicant's land.

Once Council provides comments, the applicant will make any changes and submit to the Planning Commission and then City Council for rezoning and preliminary and final plat.