Freestanding homes
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Will I own my home or is it a condo?
- You will own your home and be part of a HOA.
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What is the target market for the homes?
- Active adults over the age of 55 looking for a low maintenance home in an active and social community.
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What are the sizes of the freestanding homes?
- Multiple 2 and 3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath home designs ranging from 1,500 to 2,100 square feet.
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What is the price point for the homes?
- Prices will range from mid $400,000s to low $500,000s with a variety of upgrades available.
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Are the homes single story?
- Yes, with optional upstairs bedrooms, bonus rooms or storage spaces.
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Can I select finishes for my home?
- Yes! As construction continues, you’ll be able to select from an upscale palette of finishes and colors, including tile, hardwood, fixture, paint and exterior finishes.
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Are there porches and are they screened?
- There are porches and all back porches could be screened as an upgrade.
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How much parking will I have at my home?
- Each home will have a two-car garage and driveway.
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Will I have room to garden?
- Each yard will have space for a small garden if you desire and there will also be greenspaces with community garden plots.
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What is a typical lot size?
- Lot sizes range from 1 tenth of an acre to 2 tenths of an acre. Typically 50’ by 100’ (Smallest is .115, largest is .205)
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How many homes are in the subdivision?
- 83
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How are the homes constructed?
- Stick frame, elevated slab, low maintenance siding with accents. Energy efficient windows and systems. Interiors are upscale finishes like solid surface counters and tile baths.
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Will the homes be total electric or gas?
- The homes are considered electric, but can have gas cooktops and fireplaces.
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Will the standard finish on the homes include accessible features like:
- Higher toilets? Not standard, but can be added as an upgrade.
- Grab Bars? Not standard, but can be added as an upgrade
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How wide are the doors and hallways?
- Most doors are 3’ wide and, with open floor plans, we have minimized hallways. Any hallways we have are at least 3 ½’ or larger.
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Who do I call if I am interested in talking further about purchasing a home?
- Housing inquiries are to be directed to Linco Realtors:
C.B. Hamrick,
cbhamrick@lincorealestate.com,
303-552-6640
Lori Camp,
loricamp@lincorealestate.com,
770-490-5077/li>
- Housing inquiries are to be directed to Linco Realtors:
The Birches community
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What type of safety and security measures will be provided?
- Transportation services
- In-home companion services by contract
- All houses will be prewired for fire alarms and security systems. Connections to 24-hour monitored emergency response system by contract by the homeowner.
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Are any of the services or ownership tied to my health insurance?
- No
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If I live in the community, do I have to use Tanner for all my health needs?
- It would be preferred, but no.
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Will Tanner provide medical services in the community?
- Tanner Primary Care at The Birches is under construction, with a projected completion date of late summer/early fall 2024. Transportation to off-site medical care will also be provided, and Tanner Home Health and Hospice Care will be available.
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Is the neighborhood accessible to the Greenbelt?
- Yes
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Are we allowed to have visitors for extended periods of time?
- Visitors are welcome on a temporary basis.
Homeowners association
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Will there be a Homeowners Association?
- Yes
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How will it operate?
- The Preserve (freestanding homes) will have an association made up of residences of the neighborhood. The Preserve HOA will have a seat at the overall Property Owners Association which will run the clubhouse.
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Will there be an initiation fee to join?
- Yes, the initiation fee is $1,000.
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What are the estimated monthly fees?
- $450
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Will lawns and grounds maintenance be included with my home?
- Lawn services will be included in the HOA. Grounds will be maintained by The Birches on Maple.
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What amenities will be included in the monthly dues?
- See list of services and amenities
Services and amenities
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Facility amenities:
- Walking trails
- Pickleball
- Planned greenspace with park-like setting
- Outdoor patios
- Golf cart accessibility
- Indoor pool with lap lanes and dressing room area
- Outdoor pool with outdoor grilling area
- Dog park
- Arts and crafts room
- Card and table games in game room
- Library with learning center
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Service amenities:
- Dining with table service & freshly prepared meals at restaurant
- Bar & grill at restaurant
- Convenient meal options
- Housekeeping services by contract
- Connections to 24-hour monitored emergency response system available
- Convenient primary care services
- Lawn care included in HOA dues
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Social amenities:
- Social director-scheduled events
- Get Healthy, Live Well fitness and life enrichment classes: Tai Chi, yoga, aerobics, water aerobics, water yoga and stationary exercise
- Community social activities and clubs like walking and travel clubs
- Cooking classes
- Classes and events
- Affiliations with UWG for educational and social engagement
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Senior living cost comparison:
- When making the decision to move into a senior living community, it's helpful to compare the costs to your current living situation.
- Click to see senior living cost comparison
Construction
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When does construction begin?
- Construction has already begun. Clubhouse construction is in process.
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What is the construction timeline for completion?
- Construction of a freestanding home is approximately 8 months from the construction start date.
- The clubhouse will be completed in by late summer/early fall 2023.
- The River Birch Place (the independent living, assisted living and memory care tower) will be opening in 22 months.
