Amberwood Estates Breaks Ground In Wheaton
Pioneer Press/Today’s New Home
November 15, 2007
Wheaton Mayor Michael Gresk joined Ferris Homes recently to break ground at Amberwood Estates, a new neighborhood development in the heart of Wheaton.
Wheaton Municipalities, the original developer and Ferris Homes,” explained Andrew Ferris, president of Ferris Homes, an award-winning residential builder and developer. “Together we have worked painstakingly to implement a beautifully designed, responsible planned neighborhood that will incorporate all of the city amenities and an extensive landscape plan. We are pleased to move forward with the groundbreaking of this approved development plan.”
Amberwood Estates features 33 planned home sites meticulously laid out to take advantage of the private setting and designed to relate well with nearby, established neighborhoods. The landscape plan, developed closely with the Mayor and City Council, includes the planting of additional 380 trees, and will accentuate the new residences and overall natural setting.
Moreover, careful attention has been paid to preserving the architectural integrity and overall appearance of the development. Each lot owner will have the opportunity to design and build a custom home, using the architect and builder of their choice. While allowing for individual customization, Amberwood Estates has defined detailed architectural standards and building covenants that will be spearheaded by Ferris Homes.
“Having a strong set of guidelines ensures the architectural integrity of the neighborhood while allowing for the distinctiveness of individual builders and custom home styles,” added Ferris. “By partnering closely with the City, and the homeowners and individual contractors, we can deliver aesthetic success and create long-term value in the community of Wheaton.”
Amberwood Estates assumes the acreage previously occupied by the Sunny Ridge Community Center. “Sunny Ridge had outgrown their existing facilities and was unable to make the necessary structural changes to ensure the safety and functionality of its buildings long-term,” explained Ferris. “The sale of the property has afforded Sunny Ridge the ability to further its mission, while the Amberwood Estates development has removed potential hazards, incorporating the site into the City of Wheaton with municipal water, sewer and sidewalks.
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