Last of the 2 Acre Developments in Bearspaw?

It's possible.... With the departure from the current Area Structure Plan in Bearspaw and a shift to area-specific, design based planning at the M.D. of Rocky View along with the province's new Land Use Framework, the lots of Willow Creek at Bearspaw may very well be the last in a subdivision of all 2 acre parcels.

Alberta's Minister of Sustainable Resources Development, Ted Morton has said it himself that "the era of the acreage is ending". In the future Morton says that the government will encourage municipalities to develop in clusters and corridors, as opposed to traditional rural subdivisions with larger lots.

What does this mean for Bearspaw and its residents? The answer at this point is still unclear with no final documents yet released from "Imagine Bearspaw" and the resulting Community Development Strategy, Neighbourhood Area Structure Plan and Site Development Framework. What we do know however is the landscape of this area is changing. There is only a limited amount of land to be developed in Bearspaw, and with the City creeping closer, securing a large parcel of land now may be an opportunity not available in the future.

Stone Address Markers

Each home at Willow Creek will have a stone address marker at the driveway entrance. The stones have been hand selected by local artist, Kevin Elliot and engraved and painted with each address name and number.

The markers will be a beautiful and lasting addition to each lot at Willow Creek. To view a sample please visit our sales office.

For more information about Kevin Elliot and his work visit http://www.set-in-stone.ca/.

Free Passes for Aggie Days

We have free passes for Aggie Days this weekend at Stampede Park. (April 4-5, 2009).
Pick them up at our on-site Sales Office while supplies last!
For more information about Aggie Days, please visit www.calgarystampede.com/aggiedays

"Rocky View's population to triple in the next 60 years, plans forecast"

A Rocky View Weekly article from Marh 3, 2009 highlights points from the Calgary Regional Partnership plan. To read the full article by Enrique Massot, click here: http://rockyviewweekly.awna.com/mar0309/story4.html. More information on the Calgary Regional Partnership please visit www.calgaryregion.ca.

Astoria Showhome Coming Soon!

Astoria Custom Homes is proud to announce that Willow Creek will be the location of another Showhome model, "The Heritage". For more information, please visit the Willow Creek sales office or Astoria Homes online at www.astoriahomes.ca.

Pond Work at Willow Creek Bearspaw

Willow Creek features close to 30 acres of ponds, trails and open spaces.

Over the past several weeks Prattco Excavating Ltd. has been working closely with our engineers, environmental planners and Ducks Unlimited on the extensive pond systems. Work is expected to be completed on the ponds in April, 2009 (weather permitting).

Many lots backing onto the ponds also have mountain views (many with South backyards well-suited for walkout basements). This is extremely rare in the Calgary area and given our close proximity to the city, these lots are truly incomparable.

Birding enthusiasts will be happy to know that a bluebird has already been spotted this spring. Encore Prime will be doing extensive landscaping using native grasses and other wetland vegetation to enhance the natural landscape and attract wildlife and waterfowl.

Water Lines

Water lines have now been installed on the Willow Creek at Bearspaw site. Each lot has its own hookup to the Bearspaw Water Co-op which is included in the purchase price.
For more information on the Bearspaw Water Co-op, rates and contact information please visit their website at http://www.rvwater.ca/frames/member.htm. They can also be reached by telephone at (403) 239-6242.