What is Village Gardens?
Village Gardens, a walkable, mixed-use, traditionally-designed
neighborhood, has recently been planned for a 300 acre site just south of
Lincoln, Nebraska.
Mission Statement
Where is Village Gardens
located?
Village Gardens, located in southeast Lincoln, Nebraska, is nestled on a
300-acre parcel of land that extends from the southeast corner of 56th
Street and Pine Lake Road to the northwest corner of 70th and Yankee Hill
Road.
Who owns Village Gardens?
The Campbell family, long-time stewards of the land, own Village
Gardens.
History
Will
there be only families living in Village Gardens?
Village Gardens will reflect the growing diversity of the region through
the design of an innovative, inviting neighborhood with a wide array of
residential styles, sizes, and prices that will welcome young and old,
singles and families, empty nesters and retirees.
Site Plan
What
is a Traditional Neighborhood Development (TND)?
A Traditional Neighborhood Development combines the best community
planning practices of past and present. The New Urbanism movement
rediscovered and applied the design principles and techniques of Traditional
Neighborhood Developments (TNDs) by integrating the best of early 20th
century neighborhood design with modern amenities and conveniences. Nearly
400 TNDs are under construction across the country today.
Traditional Neighborhood Developments
What TND
benefits will Village Gardens offer?
Village Gardens will offer beauty, comfort, and ease of living in a
people-friendly environment. Village greens, not parking lots, will welcome
you into the neighborhood, and porches, not garages, will invite you into
homes.
The primary values that will guide the development of Village Gardens are a
respect for the natural environment and a dedication to beauty. Reflecting
the traditional values and characteristics of classic Lincoln, Village
Gardens will create a distinct and desirable neighborhood.
Wider sidewalks, an abundance of green spaces, bike trails connected to the
Lincoln trails network, and frequently-used services within a short walk
from home, will promote personal relationships and a sense of community.
Amenities
What is the connection between Village Gardens, Thompson Creek, and Big
Thompson Creek?
Thompson Creek and Big Thompson Creek are located within the same
one-mile section as Village Gardens. Both Thompson Creek and Big Thompson
Creek, developed by others in Lincoln, are not directly related to the
Village Gardens project. There are, however, various connection points
between these developments and the Village Gardens neighborhood including a
secondary bike trail, Blanchard Boulevard and Thompson Creek Boulevard.
How many people will live in Thompson Creek and Big Thompson Creek?
Approximately 350 homes will be included in each development, for a
total of 700 households. There will be approximately 800 homes in Village
Gardens and a total of approximately 1000 dwelling units including the
Secondary Living Units.
What type of architecture can I expect to see in Village Gardens?
Village Gardens has been inspired by Lincoln’s historic neighborhoods
that were constructed between 1880 and 1940. By incorporating the scale,
setback, rhythm, and various materials, textures, and details of Lincoln’s
most desirable older neighborhoods, the Village Gardens team is creating a
neighborhood that captures the traditional charm of Lincoln while
establishing innovative approaches for new developments in our community.
Nine primary design styles are included in the Village Gardens
architectural standards:
Arts and Crafts/ Bungalow
Tudor
Colonial
Spanish/Mission
Cottage
Prairie Style
Queen Anne/Victorian
Italianate
International
What types and sizes of homes will be available in Village Gardens?
Village Gardens is proud to offer a diverse and innovative array of
residential choices. From intimate Cottage Houses and Rowhouses, to elegant
Manor Homes, to trendy Marketplace at Village Gardens lofts, there are home styles to suit a
wide variety of living preferences and family sizes.
Types of Homes
Can I look at floor plans or elevations of homes?
Yes.
The Village Gardens Plan Library is now available
online, you can view it in our
Village Gardens Information Center
or through a Village Gardens builder.
Can I design my own home?
We encourage all individuals to review the Village Gardens Library of plans
before making the decision to design their own home. Our architectural team
has created a library filled with diverse styles and plans. If these plans
do not meet an individual’s need, they are welcome to custom design their
homes for Village Gardens. Custom-home plans, or Village Gardens plans that
have had exterior revisions, must be reviewed and approved by the Village
Gardens Architectural Review Committee. Lot owners creating a custom or revised
plan can obtain a copy of the Architectural and Design Standards at the
Village Gardens information center. Village Gardens encourages individuals to
utilize the Village Gardens architectural team in the design of a custom
home in order to take advantage of their depth of knowledge of the Village
Gardens Architectural Guidelines.
information center
Will there be single-story homes in Village Gardens?
There will be a large variety of home types available. Based on the lot
grade and orientation of the lot, the Village Gardens architectural team
strives to offer one-story house options.
What sizes of lots are available?
Lot sizes will range from a minimum of 18 feet by 120 feet for Rowhouses, up
to 100 feet by 150 feet for Manor Homes.
The Homes
What sizes of homes will be in Village Gardens?
Single-family homes will range from 800 to 6000 square feet (or larger).
Multi-family housing will be available from 925 to 1,800 square feet.
The Homes
What will homes cost in Village Gardens?
Homes (including lots) will be available in a general price range from $200,000 to
$1,500,000.
Can I visit the Village Gardens property?
Definitely! Come visit us and check out the neighborhood and our
Information Center. Click
here
for directions.
Is there an
information center?
Yes, the information center is currently located at 56th and Pine Lake
Road. Click
here
for directions.
How can I purchase a lot?
Lots will be sold through a select group of builders who understand and
support the objectives of Village Gardens. We suggest you first choose a
home style you prefer, and then contact a member of our builder team to
discuss lot availability and specifics for your home design.
Link to
Builders
Is there a waiting list?
We maintain a database of interested prospective residents.
Contact us to learn more.
Contact Us
How will lots be priced?
Lots are priced based on the location and type of lot. Each lot will
also include:
- Landscape Credit – to be used at Campbell’s Nursery to provide a starting
point for the beautification of the outside of your home.
- Architect Fee – to be used for individuals to select a plan within the
Village Gardens Library of Plans or as an architectural review board fee for
custom-designed homes.
When will lots be available for purchase?
Original addition and 1st addition lots are currently available for reservation through
local builders and
the Village Gardens Information Center.
When will construction begin?
Residential construction has begun!
When will homes be available in Phase II?
Homes in Phase II will be available based on the demand in Phase I. Please
check back to our website for information on Phase II in the future.
Who is developing Village Gardens?
Village Gardens is being developed by the Campbell family.
History
Will Campbell’s Nursery still remain open for business?
Yes, Campbell’s Nursery will remain open as an anchor retail location in the
Marketplace at Village Gardens.
Will the Campbell’s family homes remain?
The Campbell’s family homes will remain in Village Gardens.
What builders are involved in Village Gardens?
The Village Gardens team has selected a group of builders who understand and
support the objectives of Village Gardens. Builders who have a proven track
record of providing top-quality, reliable construction services have been
selected for the Village Gardens team.
Is there a Village Garden association or neighborhood organization?
The Village Gardens Home Owners’ Association is established.
The Association assumes responsibility for maintaining the
neighborhood based on established policies. Prior to the completion of all
homes and commercial properties Village Gardens Development Company LLC will continue to oversee
all aspects of Village Gardens development and maintenance.
What are the monthly Neighborhood association fees?
Monthly association fees have been determined for all home types in Village
Gardens to cover the cost of maintenance costs and other necessities of the
neighborhood. For the Townhome and Rowhouse homes, in addition to the
Village Gardens association, there will also be a separate association
created for lawn maintenance, etc.
Click here for more information on the Homeowners Association
What are the landscaping requirements for individual residences?
Guidelines for residential landscaping are in the
Village Gardens
Architectural Standards. Each lot purchase includes a
Campbell’s Nursery landscaping credit which homeowners can use to begin the
process of creative attractive outdoor spaces.
What schools will service Village Gardens?
Village Gardens is in the Lincoln Public Schools district. Presently, the
area is serviced by Zeman elementary school, Pound Middle School and Lincoln
Southeast High School. These schools are subject to change with development
within the area.
Will there be a school in the neighborhood?
Lincoln Public Schools owns a 20-acre site on the west edge of the Village
Gardens neighborhood and plans to build an elementary school on the site
when the funds are available and the surrounding population reaches target
levels. The school will face east with the main entrance on Blanchard Blvd.
Amenities
Who will maintain the alleys of Village Gardens?
The Village Gardens Home Owners’ Association will maintain the alleys.
Home Owner Association
What are the access roads into Village Gardens?
Like all TND’s, this development will have multiple entrances off of Pine
Lake Road, 56th Street and Yankee Hill road.
Site Plan
Will there be any residential rental property?
Village Gardens is proud to offer a diverse array of residential options,
including residential rental property. Please contact us to learn more.
Learn More
Can I invest in residential or commercial property?
Yes. Please contact us to learn more.
Learn More
What will be included in the
Marketplace at Village Gardens?
There will be a Marketplace at Village Gardens, which will offer an array of shopping,
dining, and business services. Campbell's Nurseries will remain as one of the
anchor stores.
Amenities
When will the
Marketplace at Village Gardens be developed?
The Marketplace at Village Gardens, located at 56th and Pine Lake Road and anchored by the
existing Campbell’s Nursery, will be constructed starting in 2007.
What if I am interested in owning or leasing commercial or retail property?
Please contact us to learn more.
Contact Us
I have a small business. Are there home-office combinations available?
Yes, home-office combinations will be available, including loft apartments
over commercial space. There will also be an option for offices within homes
or secondary dwelling units inside the neighborhood that can allow up to two
employees. Contact us to learn more.
Can I be added to the Village Gardens (mailing/email) list?
Yes, we’d love to add you to our mailing list. Please contact us to learn
how to be included in our mailings.
More information
Will the diversity of home sizes affect the appraisal of my home?
The other TND projects across the country that have been in existence for at
least five years, have not seen any negative effects on appraisals. Projects
have instead seen an increase in value of homes as well as great resale
opportunities.
Can a builder purchase two lots and build a larger house on both lots?
The homes built in Village Gardens must fit the scale and overall design
principles in the neighborhood. If the house meets the criteria set forth
for the lots described in the Development Standards that is equivalent to the
newly created lot and fits the principles defined in the Architectural
Standards, this concept may be allowed.
Who is on the Village Gardens Team?
The Village Gardens team is made up of the Campbell family, LCA Towne
Planning & Architecture, Olsson & Associates, and BVH/Studio951. For more information on these team members, please go to our
Team Section.
Team.
