Believe in Better:

Honoring 250 Years!

Any way you shake it, it’s a big deal! From our country’s Declaration of Independence to our 250th birthday we have much to celebrate -- and Helena will be right there in the mix commemorating this remarkable milestone! Beginning at 10:30 AM at Centennial Park, enjoy free hotdogs and root beer floats at the Capital City 4th of July Celebration. The event features bounce houses, special music and programming honoring our flag and country. Former Mayor Jim Smith takes on the role of MC and current Mayor Emily Dean will share an inspiring 4th of July address. Local celebrations continue at Mountain View City Park, located up the hill from the Blue Cross Blue Shield building in the heart of Mountain View Meadows. Win prizes at 3:00 in the basketball free throw and chalk-art competitions. At 6:00 join the Kids Push, Pull & Pedal parade -- with a $250 grand prize! Register in advance at mvmhoa406@gmail.com. After the parade kick back to music by the Brett Mondie Band featuring a blend of country favorites and original songs. Soul Fire Body Paint will offer face-painting and air-brush tattoos for kids and from 7-9 PM, 2-member teams ages 16 and over are invited to sign up for the friendly horseshoe competition -- with a $100 cash prize to the winning team! Throughout the evening kids can climb, slide, swing and teeter in the playground while families picnic on the lawn, play tennis, basketball and volleyball. Habana 406, Charm City Made and Coffee & Cream food trucks will be on hand selling delicious foods, specialty drinks and red, white & blue gelato. After the event, get ready to marvel at the Prickly Pear East Helena Independence Day Fireworks. This spectacular fireworks display over American Chemet on Smelter Road is totally community funded! Whether you’re planning a back yard BBQ, an evening out enjoying festivities at the park or taking in the amazing fireworks show, we wish you the very best 4th of July celebration ever. What an honor to reach our 250th birthday! 

Building a Better Community:

Business Community Gives Back

The businesses in and around Helena play an important role within the community, not just by creating employment opportunities, but by supporting local projects and events. The upcoming 4th of July holiday is a prime example of their contributions to the enjoyment and well-being of the overall community. A special shout out and thank you to those businesses and business leaders sponsoring the 250th Birthday Celebration at Mountain View Park. (See Logos above.) To see more businesses and neighbors making a difference in the community this 4th see Oldglorylandmark.org & EastHelenaFireworks.com. Thank you also to the businesses, individuals, clubs and civic organizations that will volunteer, provide goods and services and financial support to all the 4th of July events throughout the area. You deserve the best for Building a Better Community in Helena.

On Topic:

Feds Hold Steady

When the policymakers for the Federal Reserve voted to keep interest rates unchanged earlier this month, people looking to purchase a home heaved a sigh of relief. Due to increased inflation, some experts anticipated the Federal Reserve would raise rates. But for now, the decision was made to hold steady. Although not directly affected, banks, credit unions and private lenders generally set rates up or down in relationship to interest rates determined by the Federal Reserve.

“Because the Fed's vote to hold rates steady was in line with market expectations,” wrote Erika Giovanetti in a recent article in U.S. News and World Report, “the decision itself is unlikely to move bond yields or the mortgage rates that follow. Instead, what matters most,” continued Giovanetti, “is the Fed's updated economic projections, which confirm that most policymakers now expect a rate hike later this year rather than a cut.”

As can be expected, a rate hike later in the year doesn’t sound good to home buyers looking to finance their new home. The concern for a future rate hike in the third or fourth quarter has prompted some buyers to move quickly to lock in current rates, which remain at a statistically average rate over the course of the last 50 years*. During the 2007-2008 housing crisis, when the Federal Reserve implemented massive rate cuts to stimulate the economy, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate averaged between 5.50% and 6.50%, similar to today’s rates. Rates fell as low as 5.14% by the end of 2009, a rate home-buyers had hoped to see in 2026.

"The overall tone is more hawkish than many had anticipated, and the immediate market reaction was an increase in rates," says Mike Fratantoni, senior vice president and chief economist at the Mortgage Bankers Association. "This hawkish viewpoint puts upward pressure on interest rates so, although the Fed decided to hold rates steady, long-term interest rates are expected to rise.”

What is the cause and effect of Federal Reserve interest and Mortgage interest rates? As Giovanetti explained, “Long rates like those on mortgages track the yield on 10-year Treasury notes, not the Fed's overnight financing rate. The bond market is highly sensitive to inflation. Bond investors demand higher yields when inflation is high, which pushes mortgage rates higher.”

Confused? You’re not alone. But with sticky inflation, rate hikes remain the best tool in the Fed’s arsenal to combat it. “Taken together,” said Giovanetti, “this all means that 30-year mortgage rates will stay high.”

*The average mortgage interest rate over the last 50 years is just under 8%

FEATURED HOMES FOR SALE

MORE NEW HOMES AT MOUNTAIN VIEW MEADOWS

Pricing for new single-family homes and condos at Mountain View Meadows if not shown may be available upon request. Not all available homes and condos are included below. To learn more about your favorite home or for a complete list of plans under construction call the Mountain View Meadows Sales and Information Center at 406-449-0800 for an appointment or stop by our office anytime during regular business hours. And remember, realtors are always welcome!

2754 Lone Chief Loop: Sierra Custom Homes “2026 Parade Home.” Get a jump on a chance to own a parade home! Gorgeous laminate flooring from the Wanke Cascade Sequoia Hardwood collection and Marble Onyx Surelia Beige Tile fireplace surround set the tone for quality in this master-built home ready for move-in this coming October. Designer touches like the wood exhaust hood and linen shade pendants let you know you are choosing a one-of-a-kind custom home. This 1588 SF single-level 3BD/2BA Parade Home version of the “New Moon” floorplan is a must-have favorite for the discerning buyer. For a copy of the Design Booklet, email Danielle at Danielle.mvm@hotmail.com. Pricing available soon.

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2753 Favor Loop: “The Teton”. 1925 SF 3BD/2.5BA 2-story home priced at only $520,000 with $10k towards closing costs! This is one big, awesome home! Come see for yourself -- Floorplan features a main floor office/guest bedroom, a downstairs living/dining area and an upstairs family/TV room with upscale finishes throughout. You’ll love the natural light and the large laundry room with cabinets and utility sink. Welcome guests at your inviting front porch and entertain on your rear concrete covered patio or slip out to your attached 2-car garage to tinker on your toys. You’ll find plenty of space inside and out to live comfortably in style. All Helena City Services! Take a tour today…Call Rebecca at 406-431-7680.

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2925 Travis Ave: “The Meadowrue.” The 1580 SF, 2-story Meadowrue provides you with the space and comfort you need at a price you want. The Meadowrue features a main floor bedroom and bath plus a powder room for guests. Upstairs you’ll appreciate the huge laundry room along with 2 more bedrooms and another full bath. You can expect quality details in this new Sierra Custom Home on all City of Helena services including water, sewer, curbside garbage pick-up and police and fire protection. For additional information call Stephanie at 406-672-5479. She’ll be happy to get you the design booklet and take you on a private tour. $494,900. MLS#: 30067250.

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2908 Travis Ave: "The Silversmith." At $509,900, this 3BD/2BA, 1,538 SF single-level home in Craftsman Village gives you the space to breathe and the finishes to feel proud of. An extra-large owner’s suite becomes your private retreat -- complete with a walk-in closet big enough for two and a tiled shower that makes your morning routine feel like a luxury. Your covered front porch and private side patio are built for morning coffee and sunset views. Inside, your kitchen shines with quartz countertops and a tiled backsplash. The main floor mechanical room in the garage keeps your living space clear and clean. A 3-car garage means your cars actually have room to breathe, and a mudroom with a bench catches shoes, bags, and the day's chaos before it reaches your home. Single-level living keeps everything within reach. Ready for move-in. Contact Jon Cowie at 406-594-0301 to learn more.

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2959 Travis, 2963 Travis, 2965 Travis & 2969 Travis: 4 brand new homes under construction. It’s early -- but not too early to check out the floorplans and request pricing. These single-level homes range from 1445 SF to 1646 SF, each with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an attached 2-car garage and a covered front porch and concrete patio. Choose the floorplan and style that suits you best! None are listed on the MLS so call or text Rebecca at 406-431-7680 for additional information. Realtors are always welcomed!

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Berwin Street Cottage Homes: Ranging in size from 1088 SF to over 1500 SF, the brand-new 2-story cottage homes by McCall Homes are priced competitively from $370,495 to $421,390. Built on compact city lots, you’ll enjoy great views from the upstairs bedrooms and appreciate the included UG water system, landscaping, privacy fence between homes and an attached two-car garage. Located in the Craftsman Village neighborhood at Mountain View Meadows, email Dan at dan@mccallhomes.com or call 406-461-9863 to arrange a tour today or any day convenient to your schedule.

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664 & 680 Lone Chief Street: The 3BD/2BA “Solar Lookout” and the 2BD/2BA “Solar Sentry” well under construction. We’ve worked with a local lender to roll your solar panels into your mortgage! Built on concrete foundations to accommodate unique elements of these all-electric homes, the new solar-ready homes will come with landscaping included. Assistance for adding solar may be available through the DEQ’s “Alternative Energy Revolving Loan Program”. Mountain View Meadows is pleased to offer this brand new lifestyle option built by Weatherall Builders in The Peaks neighborhood. Check-out the possibilities today! Call Rebecca at 406-431-7680.

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2936 Travis Ave: “The Gateway”. The very first home with an integrated Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) at Mountain View Meadows! Live in the 1433 SF, 2BD/2.5BA primary living quarters while you rent out the 443 SF 1BD/1BA efficiency apartment to help cover your monthly mortgage. Or share the home with an adult child or offer a separate living space when your kid is home from college -– or maybe you would just like a private space for your guests. It’s a new way to think about home ownership. The apartment has a separate entrance providing privacy for both you and your accessory dweller. And if at some point you want to open the whole house just for yourself, unlock the doorway in the upstairs hallway to enjoy a separate TV room with a wet bar while transforming your abode into a spacious 1876 SF 3BD, 3.5BA single-family home. The choice is yours—but act now! This may be the only plan with an ADU to be built this year at Mountain View Meadows. For additional information contact Rebecca at 406-431-7680.

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2948 Adam Run: “The Explorer”. 1713 SF of gorgeous single-level living. The open great room with its brilliant natural light will take your breath away! This lovely 3BD/2BA Weatherall built home is the perfect blend of casual living and upscale design with marble countertops, soft-close cabinets, a 7’ long raised breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, tiled wet areas and a tiled walk-in shower plus tray ceilings that create exceptional volume with a truly luxurious feel. The large laundry-room off the attached 2-car garage features a bench, sink and upper cabinets. Situated on a corner lot, you’ll enjoy outstanding views from the side picture window and the covered rear deck -- including views of the Sleeping Giant! And check this out -- The Seller will give you a $10,000 credit towards closing costs, prepaids or rate buy-down with a full-price $539,900 offer! Act now while there is still time to choose your exterior colors. Call Freda Wilkinson, Big Sky Brokers at 406-431-5240 to tour this beautiful new home. MLS#: 30058395.

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2905 Adam Run: “The Homesteader”. An awesome Sierra Custom Home with 10’ ceilings, exceptional upscale finishes, Z-Line appliances, designer lighting, fireplace and a beautiful wrap-around porch. You really need a tour to appreciate this 1543 SF, 3BD/2BA single-level home. Nothing on paper can compare to what you will see and love when you walk inside! Call Stephanie Ricks at 406-672-5479 for a private tour. MLS#: 30061208. $499,900.

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2758 Lone Chief Loop: “The Yellowstone”. 3BD/2BA + a Bonus 4th bedroom or office. This 1753 SF home with a clapboard fireplace, kitchen island, coffee counter, pantry and designer lighting is an awesome value at $515,000. The open floorplan is perfect for entertaining! Along with all the room inside, you’ll enjoy the views from your covered front porch or find yourself relaxing out back on your covered rear patio. With lots of special details, you’ll want to check it out for yourself by calling Rebecca at 406-431-7680. Take a private tour, submit your offer and select your exterior colors. We’re here to help make buying your brand new Gebhardt home as easy as possible.

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2912 Travis Ave: "The Outlaw". At $474,900, this 3BD/2BA, 1,445 SF single-level home in Craftsman Village is built for people who want real quality at a price that makes sense. Your kitchen earns its place as the center of the home: a full island that pulls people in, quartz countertops that run throughout, and a tiled backsplash that looks sharp and holds up. Your owner's suite is set up right: a walk-in closet, tiled shower, and finishes that match the rest of the home. A covered front porch and covered rear patio gives you outdoor space on both ends. A 2-car garage keeps your vehicles covered. Completion is mid-July. Contact Jon Cowie at 406-594-0301 to learn more.

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Condos at Mountain View Meadows

157 War Eagle: This 1255 SF, 2BD/2BA floorplan with covered outdoor patio, fireplace and upscale interior finished allows you to live in style without worrying about exterior home maintenance, mowing the grass or shoveling sidewalks. Designed with natural wood cabinets, granite countertops and warm paint tones inside, you’ll discover special details outside as well from the attractive front porch and deck railing to craftsman pillars with stone accents, and natural timber features. The adjoining condo sold last month so don’t miss out on this one! For a tour of this beautiful single-level condo call Ellen Allen today at 406-439-3221. Expect the best! MLS#: 30067863. $449,900.

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2755 Lone Chief Loop: This isn’t your typical 2BD/2BA condo. This single-level, 1219 SF beauty priced at just $399,900 includes a separate office or dining room, an attached two car garage, and an enclosed and covered outdoor living space all on City of Helena services! The low $210 a month condo fees include exterior landscape maintenance, exterior insurance and upkeep, sidewalk snow removal and access and maintenance of common areas including pocket parks and walking trails. You’ll enjoy everything you need to live comfortably in style with upscale finishes throughout from granite countertops to soft-close cabinets and tiled wet areas. You’ll spend your time doing what you want and not on all those outside chores when you choose this lovely new condo for your next home. Call Ellen Allen, Big Sky Brokers, at 406-439-3221 for a tour today. (Just a reminder that condos cannot be rented.)

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2757 Lone Chief Loop: Priced at just $399,900, this truly lovely 2BD/2BA single-level, 1219 SF condo comes with tons of quality features from vaulted ceilings to tiled walk-in shower to a gorgeous quartz breakfast bar and plush bedroom carpets. You’ll love the separate office or dining room with sliding glass doors that lead to a covered outdoor living space – fully enclosed with a privacy fence! An attached two car garage, AC, an active radon system (if you ever need it) and Helena City services provide comfort and security in a relatively care-free lifestyle. The low monthly fees – currently $210 a month – include exterior landscape maintenance, exterior insurance and upkeep, sidewalk snow removal and access and maintenance of common areas including pocket parks and walking trails. Call Tara Palmer at 406-431-0892 to take a tour.

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142 War Eagle: This beautiful new 3BD/2BA 1713 SF single-level condo features everything you’ve come to expect in an upscale Weatherall-built home. Inside you’ll find soft, warm colors, a gas fireplace, 9’ walls and 10’ tray ceilings, walk-in pantry, designer lighting, huge raised breakfast bar with quartz countertops, dedicated dining area, soft-close cabinets, tiled walk-in shower, laundry-room cabinets and sink, tiled laundry and baths, high-end laminate flooring and lush bedroom carpeting. You’ll love the zero-barrier entrance from the spacious 2-car garage and easy access to utilities. With both a covered front porch and covered rear patio you can relax and enjoy the mountain views while the Condo HOA manages the outside work and exterior maintenance. Standard elements include AC, forced air heat and an active radon system just in case you ever need it. Call Tara Palmer at 406-431-0892 for a tour. MLS#: 30073033. $524,900.

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3700 Myrna Loy, Crossroads Commercial Condos: Mountain View Meadows is one of Helena's fastest-growing master-planned communities. There are 581 rooftops built, hundreds more on the way, and 23,000+ vehicles on US-12. These condos are designed for local businesses, and would be perfect for medical, dental, fitness, day-care, insurance, accounting, law, and more. Bring your business to serve your neighborhood and anticipate growth today. Call Tyler Warne, Coldwell Banker Commercial Green & Green at 406-542-8644 for more information.

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Just Sold!

2913 Adam Run: “The Barrister”. Back by popular demand, the 4BD/3BA 1910 SF two-story Barrister features a main level bedroom (or den) and a full bath. At the heart of the home is a kitchen loaded with great features from classic shaker cabinets and granite countertops to a stylish backsplash, kitchen island and top-of-the-line appliances. The owner’s suite features a double vanity, tiled walk-in shower and walk-in closet. This is another must-see Sierra Custom Home. Make an appointment for a tour by calling Stephanie Ricks at 406-672-5479 or if you’re in the neighborhood, stop by the Mountain View Meadows office at 431 S. Alice St. Monday through Friday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM to take a look inside. $519,900. MLS#: 30067249.

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675 Lone Chief: “The Twin Falls.” The new single-level, 2BD/2BA Twin Falls features a spacious and inviting front porch, an attached 2-car garage and an 11’ x 15’ covered rear patio adding lots of legroom to this 1400 SF floorplan. Designed for the discerning buyer who prefers more living space than sleeping space, The Twin Falls keeps all the upscale finishes you’ve come to expect in a Weatherall built home. Call Danielle at 406-461-9748 for an appointment to tour this brand, new floorplan.  

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2918 Adam Run: “The Broker”. Design booklet available for this soon-to-hit the market 4BD/2BA single-level home on a large lot in Craftsman Village with all City of Helena services. Priced at $554,900, this 2,000 SF home will wow you with its exceptional design and practical functionality. Call Sarah at 406-551-3629 for a private tour of this new home nearing completion.

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2909 Adam Run: “The Sierra Settler”. Looking for luxury with spacious rooms and upscale finishes? You’ll find it in the 1646 SF Settler nearing completion in sought-after Mountain View Meadows with City of Helena sewer and water services. Black handles and bathroom fixtures set off the white cabinets and granite countertops and contrast beautifully with the great room fireplace. Want to learn more about the interior design? Call Danielle at 406-461-9748 to get a digital copy of the design booklet for this gorgeous Sierra Custom Home priced at $512,900.

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2917 Travis Ave: “The Aster”. Everyone loves the simply adorable Aster. Priced at only $405,900, this 2BD/2BA 1019 SF single-level home lives comfortably with an inviting front porch, a side patio, an attached 2-car garage and AC. The Aster will be ready for move-in by the first of May. Drop by our office at 431 S. Alice St. and we’ll get you inside for a peek at this lovely Sierra Custom home with all the upscale finishes you deserve. When quality, convenience and service count, choose a new home at Mountain View Meadows. For an appointment to tour this home, call Danielle at 406-461-9748. 

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2928 Travis Ave: “The Pioneer”. This attractively designed, single-level 2BD/2BA Pioneer offers personal comfort for the discerning buyer. At nearly 1300 SF with a lovely covered front porch, rear grilling patio and an attached 2-car garage, you’ll have the perfect get-away spaces when you need them to relax outside or tinker on your toys inside. Upscale finishes and features include soft-close drawers and cabinets, beautiful quartz countertops, kitchen island, tiled kitchen backsplash, pantry, double vanity and walk-in closet in owner's suite, walk-in tiled shower, tiled wet areas, large laundry room with sink and cabinets, vaulted ceilings, and plush bedroom carpets. All this plus AC, City of Helena water and sewer services, curbside garbage pick-up, and police and fire protection. Enjoy a leisurely walk to Mountain View Park with its tennis and basketball courts, playground, dog park, and pavilion or take a break at a variety of pocket parks sprinkled throughout the neighborhoods. Wherever you’re headed, sidewalks and paved trails will get you where you want to go! Now is the time to check out this brand-new home in the much sought-after Mountain View Meadows Community with Covenants and Design Standards that protect your most treasured investment. Call Rebecca at 406-431-7680 for a tour today. Priced at $429,900.

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2924 Adam Run: “The Elkhorn”. This brand-new, beautifully designed 4BD/2BA Gebhardt home – with 2182 SF all on one level! – is ready for move in today. One-of-a-kind design features include custom oak cabinets, custom entryway with built-ins, and a tiled fireplace. Other features include a soaker tub and walk-in shower, tile flooring, a premium appliance package and an oversized 2-car garage. Situated on a large city lot, you’ll have lots of room for a nice fenced-in yard off the café and rear patio where you can relax and enjoy the view of the Sleeping Giant. For more information contact Sarah Gebhardt (406)551-3629 or Cole Gebhardt at (406)451-4393. $584,900.

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2753 Lone Chief Loop: An opportunity to enjoy the benefits of condo living in what feels, for all intents and purposes, like a single-family home! Trade in your lawn mower and weed clippers for a nice new BBQ and grilling tongs -– then kick back on your enclosed covered rear patio while your low monthly HOA fees provide you with lawn and exterior home maintenance. This lovely 2BD/2BA condo features a breakfast bar, soft-close cabinets and drawers, quartz countertops, pantry, a separate dining/office area, a tiled walk-in shower, vaulted ceilings, laundry-room cabinets, AC and an attached 2-car garage. You’ll appreciate the confidence and security of Helena city services, including city sewer and water, curbside garbage pickup and police and fire protection. Email risland05@yahoo.com for a private tour. This single-level, stand-alone condo with no attached neighbor is a great new way to live carefree! Ready for move-in. $429,900.

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Lots With Views You Can't Lose

1 ACRE CITY LOTS WITH UNOBSTRUCTED MOUNTAIN VIEWS! Wouldn’t you love an amazing mountain view? But then, you also want the convenience of Helena city services? Hard to find? Not at Mountain View Meadows! Stop by for a tour of these awesome lots and we'll explore what it takes to build your custom dream home with mountain views you can't lose. Call 406-431-7680 today to schedule an appointment.

PEAKS EDGE: Lots 2, 3, & 9: Ranging in size from .83 acre to 1.18 acre, these estate-size city lots provide unbeatable views across the Helena Valley to the Big Belts. Peaks Edge homes backing onto open space require a 3000 SF minimum footprint with upgraded roofs and professionally designed landscaping. Expect the best when you build your new custom home on Peaks Edge!

UPPER PEAKS: Lots 10-27: 12,000 SF to over 22,000 SF. Walk-outs, flat lots and most with awesome views of the Elkhorns. 8 Lots available ranging in price from $125,000 to $165,000. Choose your lot now and start building today. Covenants and Design Standards apply.

ASPEN PARK: Four 1/3 acre lots available $125k each. Required Design Standards include concrete tile roofs and exterior rock & timber features. 2,000 SF minimum living area footprint.