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by Steve
5/12/2008 09:11:00 AM
We have slowed construction, not stopped it. With regards to not paying contractors, that statement is inaccurate. We have had some bank delays in funding, but we plan to have this resolved within the next few weeks. Our contractors are working with the project to move forward. We plan to complete the project to finished lots and wait the market out before any vertical construction takes place. Thank you.It's kinda the same situation with the Audie Murphy Ranch project, they're building the pads, and waiting for the market to improve before any buildings go up.
Labels: Brenson-Communities, Christensen-Ranch
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by Steve
8/14/2007 09:51:00 PM
I was talking to someone at my work and they said that they were looking to move to Menifee. One of the places they went to was Christensen Ranch. she said that after talking to the sales people and looking at the "future" pictures of the ranch, she noticed that there was a very limited amount of parking spots on their property.So I contacted Brenson Communities, the builder of Christensen Ranch, and forwarded them a copy of the above. I received the following response from Justin Brennan, vice president of Brenson Communities...
There are 2 car garages and a driveway that you have to share with your neighbor but besides that, there was a very small amount of extra outdoor parking and almost no visitor parking. I was thinking you can do a story about how that will effect the local houses that are right next to the condos, that after people move in, how bad will overflow / street parking will be.
I live a few blocks away and I drive by that area about 6 days week. I am and I think the people next door to the ranch would like to know what the ranch has planned, if any, for traffic and parking issues in regards to the area around but off of their property.
I am surprised by that comment as it is far from accurate. Every home has a two car direct access garage. Many have an additional drive way. On top of the driveway, the county of Riverside has mandated that we fulfill a parking requirement along the streets in a parallel fashion. I am not clear as to the exact number of parking spaces, but it's sufficient to handle homeowner guests and overflow to the community. I appreciate your email and I will speak with sales staff.It sounds to me that if there's any concern, it'll be cars parked parallel on the side of Antelope and Craig Rds.
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by Steve
8/03/2007 08:06:00 PM
Countryside Marketplace with a Super Target and Lowe's Home Improvement store. Home Depot, Super Wal-Mart, Costco, Albertson's Food Center and Ralph's Grocery Store are also planned.You can see for yourself here...
Labels: Brenson-Communities, Commercial-Developments, Maps
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by Steve
11/10/2006 02:03:00 PM
Menifee resident Les Nursey said two weeks ago and again Tuesday that land zoned for businesses is critical for Menifee Valley, where many residents support incorporation.And here is a quote from the same article in favor of the decision...
To become a city, incorporation leaders will need to prove to the county Local Agency Formation Commission that the community will generate enough tax revenues to support essential services.
Barbara Spencer, the president of the Menifee Valley Historical Association, spoke in support of Brenson. She told the supervisors she was impressed that the company's representatives had approached her group for their feedback early in the planning process.The new community will also produce $1.7 million in fees that Brenson Communities will pay to for road widening along Scott Road.
"(They) had the desire to honor the valley's founding fathers," said Spencer of Brenson's architecture and design plans for the site.
Labels: Brenson-Communities, Cityhood
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by Steve
8/24/2006 10:30:00 AM
Affording a home is tough, especially when it's your first purchase. The median home price in Riverside County is $422,000, up $9,000 from the previous quarter, according to DataQuick real estate tracking system. Fortunately, builders are bringing new types of housing that will help keep the American Dream within reach.To contact Cheryl, or the Chamber of Commerce, visit their website: http://www.menifeesuncitychamber.com.
Brenson Communities is planning to build two luxury town-home communities in Menifee. Christensen Ranch is planned along Antelope Road, just north of the golf driving range, and The Bridge At Menifee is slated for Haun Road, just west of I-215. Each town-home community will have a pool, sports courts, playgrounds, spas and community centers.
However, there are a few features that make these two neighborhoods unique. Most the town-homes at Christensen Ranch and The Bridge at Menifee will have backywards and their own garages. The two communities are being designed for the working professionals, families that are looking to make their first purchase, and seniors who want to downsize into a town-home but still want a small backyard for gardening.
Each neighborhood will have a homeowners association to maintain the landscaped grounds, community areas and ample open space. Units are expected to range from 1,100 sq. ft to 2,180 sq. ft, with 2-4 bedrooms.
The 30-acre Christensen Ranch and the 17-acre The Bridge at Menifee are expected to generate more than $3 million in fees to improve local roads and about $2 million for local schools. Brenson Communities - a family owned, award willing development company based in San Diego - will also install traffic signals, improve the flood control system and widen the roads around the two communities.
For more information about the two communities, please call the Christensen Ranch hotline toll free at 800-995-6867 or The Bridge at Menifee hotline toll free at 800-896-6308.
-- Cheryl L. Ferrulli
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