Additional Information

HOUSING DIVERSITY

The original plan included 1,850 homes. Through thoughtful planning, the current site plan has been refined to 1,103 homes, significantly reducing overall density.

This community will offer a range of housing options to serve many Gilbert residents, including townhomes starting at approximately 1,300 sq. ft. and single-family homes from about 1,750 sq. ft. to estate homes exceeding 5,100 sq. ft. Lennar will feature distinct architectural elevations, coordinated color palettes, quality finishes, and our well known NextGen home line creating a diverse and visually appealing neighborhood.

Lennar will offer an additional $1000 off closing costs for Hometown Heroes.

THE RECONSIDERATION

The Town Council recently approved a motion to reconsider the project, a procedural step that allows the Council to revisit a previously heard item when a Councilmember who voted with the prevailing side requests reconsideration. This action allows additional information and clarification to be presented before a final decision is made.

Following the reconsideration, the item is now scheduled to return to the Town Council on April 7th 2026, for a public hearing and final vote.

Since the previous discussion, the project team has worked to address questions raised by Council and the community, provide additional details, and further demonstrate how the proposal aligns with the Town’s adopted plans and long-term vision for the area by REMOVING all of the multifamily zoning from the plan.

The upcoming hearing will provide an opportunity for:

Public input and community participation
Council review of the updated information and clarifications
Final consideration of the project by the Town Council

Community members are encouraged to stay informed and participate in the public hearing process as the Council considers the next steps for the project.

INVESTMENT IN THE COMMUNITY

System Development Fees are fees charged by a municipality to offset the costs associated with providing necessary public services to a development. These fees are paid by NEW commercial and residential development for impact to Town systems at the time of building permit issuance. No grandfather rates have been discussed, Lennar will comply and pay current SDF rates.

Residential Unit SDF Breakdown

Residential units with 3/4" water meters incur fees across multiple infrastructure categories, totaling $35,010 per unit.

Commercial Unit Fee Variations

Commercial unit fees differ by meter size, with larger meters generating higher water and service-related charges.

Aggregate SDF Contributions

Combined residential and commercial SDF contributions exceed $40 million, reflecting infrastructure funding scale. Of this $40 million, approximately $20 million will go toward Water and Sewer Fees.

Click HERE to access the Town of Gilbert’s System Development Fee Study.

WATER

The proposed subdivision has been revised to remove all multifamily housing. The updated plan now consists entirely of single-family neighborhoods.

While multifamily housing often uses less water per household, higher densities can result in greater overall water demand within a concentrated area. Single-family neighborhoods typically distribute water use across a larger area and often incorporate water-efficient landscaping, modern irrigation systems, and updated building standards designed to reduce overall consumption.

The revised plan focuses on:

Single-family throughout the community
Water-efficient landscaping and irrigation practices
Compliance with all Town water conservation requirements
Design approaches that support responsible, long-term water use

These changes help ensure the community remains aligned with local water conservation policies and responsible growth planning while providing a balanced neighborhood environment.

TRAFFIC

As part of the proposed development, the developer has committed to several roadway and traffic improvements designed to support safe and efficient travel in the area.

These improvements are being coordinated with the Town and are intended to help accommodate future traffic and reduce potential impacts to surrounding neighborhoods.

Planned enhancements include:

Roadway improvements along adjacent arterials and key intersections
Improved turn lanes and intersection design where needed
New sidewalks, bike connectivity, and pedestrian crossings
Coordination with Town traffic engineers to meet current roadway standards

These infrastructure improvements are part of the development process and are intended to support safer travel, improve circulation, and help mitigate traffic impacts

SANTAN AREA CHARACTER PLAN

The southern portion of the 300+ acre site located within Gilbert’s Santan Character Area is planned for primarily single-family residential neighborhoods.
Logical land use transitions are incorporated throughout the plan, placing commercial uses along arterial roadways, higher density near retail and services to support walkability, and single-family neighborhoods in buffered interior locations.
Open space areas are designed with long view corridors, structured shade tree rows, and clustered plantings that reflect Santan’s historic agricultural rhythm.
Community walls, fences, parks, streetscapes, and entry features are all designed to align with the Santan Character Area Plan guidelines.